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Obergurgl Piste Map and Overview
Obergurgl is part of the high-altitude Gurgl ski area, linked directly with Hochgurgl for a polished, snow-sure Alpine experience. The terrain runs from 1,800 m to 3,030 m, with wide groomed pistes, modern lifts and a largely ski-in/ski-out layout that makes getting onto the mountain especially easy. It is a strong choice for skiers and snowboarders who value reliable snow, comfortable lift access and scenic cruising over a huge, hectic resort atmosphere.
The linked Obergurgl–Hochgurgl area offers a well-balanced mix of relaxed blue runs, long red pistes and a smaller but worthwhile selection of black slopes and ski routes. Obergurgl is particularly family-friendly, while Hochgurgl adds broad, sunny slopes and access to the resort’s highest lift-served point. The Top Express gondola links the two sectors in around nine minutes, making it simple to explore both during the same day.
Total ski area size: 112 km / 70 miles
Base elevation: 1,800 m / 5,906 ft
Peak elevation: 3,030 m / 9.941 ft
Difficulty:
🟦 53% Easy
🟥 29% Intermediate
⬛ 18% Advanced
Ski Season Length and Dates:
Gurgl typically offers one of Austria’s longer non-glacier ski seasons, running from mid-November until late April. Its high elevation and extensive snowmaking support dependable conditions throughout the core winter season.
Is it good for beginners?
Yes. Obergurgl–Hochgurgl is a very good option for beginners, especially those looking for a quieter, high-quality resort with plenty of confidence-building terrain. Obergurgl has dedicated practice areas and gentle slopes around Gaisberg and Mahdstuhl, while Hochgurgl provides additional blue runs once beginners are ready to explore further. The wide pistes and modern lift system also make the progression from first turns to longer runs feel straightforward.
What’s included in the Ski Pass?
- Access to the full Gurgl / Obergurgl–Hochgurgl ski area, including 112 km / 70 miles of pistes.Use of all 25 lifts, including gondolas, chairlifts, drag lifts and beginner lifts.Access to both linked resort sectors:
- Obergurgl
- Hochgurgl
- Use of the Top Express gondola, which connects Obergurgl and Hochgurgl.
- Access to marked blue, red and black pistes, plus ski routes where open.
- Access to snowboarding and freestyle features including Funmountain Obergurgl and the Hochgurgl Funslope.
- The standard Gurgl ski pass is available as a day pass or multi-day pass and covers the whole Obergurgl–Hochgurgl area; there is not a standard cheaper multi-day pass restricted solely to one of the two linked sectors.
- For three days or more, the pass is upgraded to the Ötztal Superskipass, which also covers the wider Ötztal ski areas, including Sölden, Hochoetz–Kühtai and Vent.