Galtur Skiing Holidays

The Austrian village of Galtur lies at the head of the scenic Paznaun Valley, and makes up part of the large Silvretta ski area. Small and picturesque, and full of traditional Tyrolean charm, Galtur has good access to the region's extensive slopes, and thanks to its location as the highest village in the valley, boasts an enviable snow record. Although best-suited to intermediate skiers, and a popular cross-country and ski touring destination, the resort is good for families, and offers a quiet but well-equipped base in the Austrian Alps. 

 

The resort retains its authentic character, with the village based around the local Baroque church, and boasting a tiny population of under 1,000 people. Galtur sits at an altitude of 1,600m, and is located 10km down the valley from its more famous neighbour, Ischgl (linked by bus). The ski area at Galtur is 1.8km away from the village centre, but easily reached by the free buses which depart for Wirl, the gateway to the slopes, where skiers gain access to the pistes by chairlift. The resort has 10 runs, including 2 blue , 11 red and 3 black, and in general the slopes are quiet and uncrowded, making the resort ideal for families and skiing for beginners. Those looking for more challenges should test their skills on the steep black runs and extensive off-piste terrain found here. Most visitors to Galtur make the most of excellent access to the Silvretta ski area, which boasts 330km of terrain, and 98 runs served by 40 lifts. Being the highest village in the valley, Galtur has the longest ski season in Silvretta, with the slopes open until May, and the resort also enhanced by snowmaking, with 25km of runs covered by 63 snow cannons.  

 

In Galtur après-ski is low-key and traditional, with plenty of cosy Alpine bars and taverns in which to enjoy a drink or two, and a good number of restaurants and inns for dinner. Those looking for a change of pace should head down the valley to Ischgl, which rivals St. Anton for its nightlife scene, and offers a huge selection of pubs, clubs and discos open late into the night.