Forecast today: Mainly fair
coupled with a powerful snowmaking system, ensures that Obergurgl possesses one of the longest and most reliable seasons in the Alps.
The terrain is above the tree-line and favours beginner and intermediate skiers, but there is some good off piste to explore for more advanced skiers. Obergurgl is one of the most popular resorts with Ski Club members and Ski Club holidays to the resort usually sell out well in advance so make sure to get booking early! Our Ski Club Rep Service will be operating in Obergurgl this season. Join the Rep for a drink during the nightly social hour at the Hotel Edelweiss and Gurgl between December and April this season. Find our Reps on the Ski Club App, home of all things Obergurgl this winter and the best place to organise your day’s skiing!
The village itself is the highest parish in Austria and has retained a lot of its traditional charm. It is split into three parts, one by the Rosskarbahn, the other by the Festkogelbahn and the third – named Hochgurgl – lies 200m higher up the Timmelsjoch road. Obergurgl is generally pretty quiet, but there is a good selection of restaurants and bars and a couple of lively spots for an après drink.
The high-altitude ski area tends to have some of the best snow conditions in the Alps and is always one of the first to open and last to close. This is not a resort for experts, but it is ideal for beginner and intermediate skiers.
There’s 110km of slopes on offer, served by 23 lifts – almost all of which are fast – and wherever you’re staying its going to be ski-in-ski-out.
Obergurgl is ideal for beginners. There are two lifts that are free for anyone in ski school and there are three other beginner lifts (covered by a special day pass) serving decent slopes at each end of Obergurgl, and also just above Hochgurgl. From there the blue under the Hohe Mut gondola is ideal for progression and more confident beginners should be able to tackle some of the gentle blues above Hochgurgl.
The terrain is also ideal for intermediates and the snow conditions are usually first class. The network of blues above Hochgurgl are slightly more gentle, but are wide and ideal for perfecting your technique. For clocking up the most vertical, head to the top of the Wurmkogel chair or the Plattachbahn. Hopping between the two sides of the mountain is easy, just catch the Top-Express gondola.
There are few challenges on piste and the black runs are not particularly steep. Wait for fresh snow and make the most of the off piste – which often remains untracked for longer than in many resorts. The toughest runs are off the top of the second section of the Hohe Mut Bahn.
The mainly traffic-free village centre is relaxed and very family friendly.
That being said, it is not completely quiet and there are some good restaurants and bars, although most are linked to hotels and much of the action happens at the end of the ski day rather than late at night.
With its reputation as a family-friendly resort, the options and facilities for children are great. The ski school has very good reviews and they also provide lunchtime supervision. Off the slopes the safe location is great for snow play, the ice rink is always popular and there is a 3km tobogganing route over at Hochgurgl.
Obergurgl is most animated as the lifts start closing, before quietening down significantly in the late evening. Nederhütte at the Hohe Mut gondola mid- station is the place to be when the lifts close and is a frequent stop for Ski Club members utilising the Rep Service. From here you ski down and can also drop in at the popular bars at the base of the lift.
Category | Day Ticket | 3 Days | 6 Days |
Adult (born 2002 + earlier) | €59.50 – €66 | €189 – €205 | €314 – €390 |
Youth (b.2003-2007) | €47.50 – €52.50 | €151 – €164 | €251 – €312 |
Child (b. 2008-2014) | €33 – €36 | €109 – €112 | €172.50 – €214.50 |
Senior (75+) | €33 – €36 | €109 – €112 | €172.50 – €214.50 |
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Mainly fair | Occasional snow |
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Occasional snow | Generally clear |
Mainly fair |
Mainly fair | Light snow shwr |
Snow shower |
Snow | Occasional snow |
Occasional snow |
Occasional snow | Light snow shwr |
Light snow shwr |
Broken clouds | Occasional snow |
Occasional snow |
Occasional snow | Generally clear |
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Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0.4 cm | 2.1 cm | 0.3 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0.4 cm | 9.5 cm | 17.9 cm | 1.8 cm | 1.4 cm | 1 cm | 0.7 cm | 1.3 cm | 0.2 cm | 1.5 cm | 2.6 cm | 2.3 cm | 0 cm | 0.6 cm | 1.5 cm | 2.3 cm | 3.8 cm | 1.7 cm |
Max temp | -2.7°c | -2.6°c | -5.7°c | 0.3°c | 0.3°c | -2.7°c | -0.6°c | -0.7°c | -3.3°c | 0.5°c | 0.8°c | -1.5°c | -1.4°c | -1.5°c | -5.1°c | -9.3°c | -9°c | -10.2°c | -8.3°c | -8.2°c | -10°c | -6.7°c | -6.7°c | -9.1°c | -5°c | -5°c | -6.6°c | -4°c | -3.9°c | -5°c |
Min temp | -7.5°c | -5.7°c | -6.6°c | -5.2°c | -2.7°c | -3.5°c | -4.2°c | -3.3°c | -4.4°c | -4.4°c | -1.5°c | -1.8°c | -3.1°c | -5.1°c | -8.8°c | -10.5°c | -10.2°c | -11.3°c | -11.8°c | -10.5°c | -10.6°c | -9.8°c | -9.1°c | -9.9°c | -9.8°c | -6.6°c | -6.7°c | -6.4°c | -5°c | -6.1°c |
Feels like temp | -12.1°c | -2.7°c | -5.7°c | -5.2°c | 0.3°c | -2.7°c | -7.5°c | -0.7°c | -7.4°c | -7.7°c | 0.4°c | -1.5°c | -3.1°c | -1.5°c | -5.1°c | -15.7°c | -14.8°c | -15.4°c | -16.8°c | -8.3°c | -10.5°c | -9.8°c | -10.4°c | -13.9°c | -9.8°c | -5°c | -6.6°c | -6.4°c | -8.6°c | -9.1°c |
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Weather | Mainly fair |
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Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
Max temp | -2.7°c | -2.6°c | -5.7°c |
Min temp | -7.5°c | -5.7°c | -6.6°c |
Feels like temp | -12.1°c | -2.7°c | -5.7°c |
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Weather | Mainly fair |
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Max temp | 0.3°c | 0.3°c | -2.7°c |
Min temp | -5.2°c | -2.7°c | -3.5°c |
Feels like temp | -5.2°c | 0.3°c | -2.7°c |
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Weather | Mainly fair |
Mainly fair |
Mainly fair | Mainly fair |
Mainly fair |
Generally clear | Occasional rain |
Rain and snow |
Occasional snow | Mainly fair |
Generally clear |
Mainly fair | Light rain shwr |
Rain/Snow shower |
Snow | Occasional snow |
Occasional snow |
Occasional snow | Light snow shwr |
Light snow shwr |
Broken clouds | Light snow shwr |
Occasional snow |
Occasional snow | Generally clear |
Generally clear |
Occasional snow | Occasional snow |
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Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0.3 cm | 0.6 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 4.4 cm | 13 cm | 1.7 cm | 1.8 cm | 1.6 cm | 0.7 cm | 0.9 cm | 0.2 cm | 1.5 cm | 2 cm | 1.9 cm | 0 cm | 0.5 cm | 1 cm | 1.3 cm | 2.1 cm | 1.6 cm |
Max temp | 2.6°c | 2.6°c | -2.4°c | 5.6°c | 5.6°c | 1.2°c | 4.1°c | 4.1°c | 0.5°c | 5.6°c | 5.9°c | 2.5°c | 3.5°c | 3.5°c | -1.1°c | -4.2°c | -4.1°c | -6.1°c | -3.4°c | -3.2°c | -6.5°c | -1.8°c | -1.8°c | -5°c | 0.1°c | 0.1°c | -2.8°c | 1.2°c | 1.2°c | -0.9°c |
Min temp | -2.8°c | -2.4°c | -4°c | -3.9°c | 1.2°c | -1.1°c | -1.4°c | 0.5°c | -1°c | -1.6°c | 2.5°c | 1.1°c | 0°c | -1.1°c | -5.1°c | -7.4°c | -6.1°c | -7.9°c | -8.5°c | -6.5°c | -7.4°c | -6.9°c | -5°c | -6.9°c | -7°c | -2.8°c | -3.5°c | -3.6°c | -0.9°c | -2.9°c |
Feels like temp | -2.8°c | 2.3°c | -2.4°c | -3.9°c | 5°c | 1.1°c | -1.4°c | 3.7°c | -2.2°c | -1.6°c | 4.9°c | 2.2°c | 0°c | 3.2°c | -1.1°c | -11.5°c | -8.4°c | -9.8°c | -12.5°c | -3.4°c | -6.5°c | -6.9°c | -1.8°c | -8.6°c | -7°c | 0.1°c | -2.8°c | -3.6°c | -1.9°c | -0.9°c |
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Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
Max temp | 2.6°c | 2.6°c | -2.4°c |
Min temp | -2.8°c | -2.4°c | -4°c |
Feels like temp | -2.8°c | 2.3°c | -2.4°c |
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Wind | |||
Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
Max temp | 5.6°c | 5.6°c | 1.2°c |
Min temp | -3.9°c | 1.2°c | -1.1°c |
Feels like temp | -3.9°c | 5°c | 1.1°c |
Snowfall | Last Snowfall | 10/03/2024 |
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Next 3 days | 2.8 cm | |
Depths | Upper piste depth | 144 cm |
Lower piste depth | 101 cm | |
Snow conditions | Snow quality | Powder snow |
Lifts | Lifts open | 20 out of 25 |
Resort opening date | Thu 16 Nov 2023 | |
Resort closing date | Sun 21 Apr 2024 |
The next week is looking very promising for most of the Austrian Alps with lots of snow from the Swiss and French Alps making its way over. Temperature levels seem to be hanging around the -5 to 0 degrees for most of the weekend and slowly creep into the + degrees at the start of next week.
Freezing level drops to 500m over the weekend but then shoots up to 2000m and stays at that altitude from Monday onwards.
High Pressure dominates the weekend and then makes a welcome return on Wednesday and looks as though it is here to stay for a while after.
The most up-to-date avalanche forecasting for Austria is provided at a state level – check out the European Avalanche Warning Services to find the relevant organisation for your destination.
Check out the programme below for meeting times and locations throughout the Reps’ time in resort. Please note these may be subject to change depending on Rep and external factors, such as weather. Meet your Rep at the social hour below, or reach out to them using the contact number or via the Ski Club App.
Day | Meeting time | Club Itinerary | Meeting place |
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Sunday | 10am | Explore Obergurgl | Bottom of Hohe Mut Bahn 1 Gondola |
Monday | 9:30am | A Bit Faster, A Bit Steeper | Bottom of Hohe Mut Bahn 1 Gondola |
Tuesday | 9:30am | More of a Challenge | Bottom of Hohe Mut Bahn 1 Gondola |
Wednesday | 9:30am | Cruise the Views | Bottom of Hohe Mut Bahn 1 Gondola |
Thursday | 9:30am | Expert Adventure | Bottom of Hohe Mut Bahn 1 Gondola |
Friday | 9:30am | Last Day Requests | Bottom of Hohe Mut Bahn 1 Gondola |
Saturday | Day Off | Day Off | Day Off |
Your Ski Club Reps are in resort for one reason only; to help you discover better skiing. They are your personal resort gurus, with years of experience skiing here and around the world, who will bring you and your fellow Members together to conquer the mountain! Stay up to date with everything in resort, find the best spots for an après beer, and ski to your hearts content.
Check out the weekly programme for details on where and how to find your Ski Club Rep, reach out to them using the contact numbers of via the Ski Club App, and register to let them know you’ll be in town using the form below.
I learnt to ski whilst at university with the OTC and still remember the buzz of learning the most amazing sport, which has become a major passion in my life. I did my instructor’s course in the Army and also a few winters in Norway learning military skiing and arctic survival. Since leaving, I’ve done my Canadian Alpine Level 2 and am currently training for BASI Level 3. I’ve also surprised myself by instructing on school ski trips in Italy, Switzerland and Austria and actually enjoying it!
I love skiing on piste or off piste - it’s a particular thrill to ski the whole mountain and be able to get away from the herd. In the ski season I’m based near Morzine and also for some of the summer, when I’m still daft enough to mountain bike.
It’s a joy for me to share my passion for skiing with others and I love meeting new people. I’m looking forward to skiing with you.
Love being in the mountains and by the sea! Living on the south coast I get one but have to travel to the other! So skiing has always been a big part of my life, and through the Ski Club I have been able to enjoy most of the resorts in Europe, plus a few in the USA. Love cruising the pistes and morning hot chocs just as much as the gnarly steep stuff, preferably n the company of a group of like-minded members! Long may it continue!
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You can find details of accommodation options available in Obergurgl listed below. Some may offer discounts for Ski Club Members, with more details on specific discounts available on the provider’s discount page.
This listing will include Partners and Affiliates of the Ski Club, where the Club works with accommodation providers to provide a discount or arrange Freshtracks holidays; the Ski Club does not receive payment for listing accommodation here.
If you have accommodation that you would like to share with Ski Club Members, please contact the Ski Club at ku.oc.bulciks@noitamrofni
A stunning 4* hotel in the heart of Obergurgl
Contact: edelweiss-gurgl.com/en