Cross country Skiing in Tyrol in Austria
Cross-country skiing
Cross-country Skiing in Galtür
Experience the gentle winter sport of cross country skiing in the Tyrolean Alps. Countless Trails lead you into the wonderful snowy landscape of the Paznaun Valley.
Even the location of Galtür promises pure winter pleasure. Your holiday destination in Austria is situated 1,584 metres above sea level, which makes Galtür the highest resort in the Paznaun Valley; therefore, it follows, that this is the ideal place to spend a winter holiday. Not only the ski pistes, but also the cross-country trails guarantee snow from the beginning of December until way into the spring time.
Galtür is a dream for cross country skiing in Tyrol : 74 kilometres of cross-country trails for beginners and advanced skiers cut across the fantastic mountain landscape in and around Galtür. While you are whizzing down the slopes, cast a glance at the impressive mountains of the Silvretta range, many of which are more than 3000 metres high. The following trails await you and your Nordic adventures:
Currently open cross-country-skiing trails in Galtür and Ischgl (PDF-Download)
S2 - SKIWANDERWEG ZEINIS – KOPS
The area surrounding the Zeinissee and Kops reservoir are certainly among the most idyllic places in Paznaun. At the border between Tyrol and Vorarlberg, a magnificent view of giant peaks of the Silvretta massif awaits you.
S1 - SKIWANDERWEG SILVRETTA – BIELERHÖHE
The routeof this 18 km mountain trail is demanding but rewards with an incredible panorama and a beautiful snowy scenery. On the sunny “Bielerhöhe” peak (2,040 m)with the impressive Silvretta reservoir lake, enjoyment and relaxation is guaranteed!
L4 - GALTÜR WIRL LOIPE (ROT)
Experience cross-country skiing in Galtür, the highest place in Paznaun at close to 1,600 m elevation, protected by the massive mountains of the Silvretta massif. Galtür’s motto is “Experience alpine wintersports!” The Galtür Wirl Trail, at 6,5 km and minor elevation requires only medium stamina and coordination and is also suited for intermediate skiers.
L3 - WALDLOIPE (BLAU)
This challenging 9 km long forest trail requires a bit more stamina – but the struggle is quickly forgotten when enjoying the view from the “Ballunspitze” (2, 681 m) rising in front of Galtür – nature from its most beautiful side.
L2 - MATHON LOIPE (ROT)
With a length of 6 km, the Mathon trail leads through the snowy countryside, with romantic clearings and past the Mathon natural park. You’ll experience Paznaun in its most pristine form.
L1 - ISCHGL LOIPE (BLAU)
The Ischgl trail is ideal for a first-time cross-country skiing exploration tour, or for quiet winter holidays. With 5 km and a very flat trail profile, it is not overtly challenging, yet still rewards you with a feeling of accomplishment.
SILVAPARK LOIPE
In the ski region Silvapark in Galtür, even cross-country skiiers will get their money’s worth. With the Alpkogelbahn cable car you can reach the mountain base easily – then you arrive at the Silvapark cross-country skiing track after only 5 minutes walk. The track has approximately 1,0 km in length and is perfectly suited for training runs.
You can obtain information about the latest trails for cross country skiing in the Tyrolean Alps from the Tourism Association. Discover the most beautiful cross-country trails on an activity holiday in Tyrol. Here you can request an offer for hotel rooms or apartments in Galtür with no obligation.