Messages posted by : skimac
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I would say for the'truly expert' then it's a bit limited. There is the world cup run, but the bowl and the other runs are generally wide and very well groomed. Best skiing I think is the Flying Mozart and Red 8 going down to Wagrain, and then the other side of Wagrain, the Graffenburg. Also the High Liner (if open) is nice. It's well linked, the lift system is very modern and well run.
Apres is lively but not hectic, the bars at the lift stations are good at the end of the day. |
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Your tires need to have the little 'Alp'or snowflake motive on them or be marked M/S.
Re chains - if the conditions are so bad that they are required then the police won't let you proceed until you fit them or the conditions improve. The chain warning signs go up and down according to the conditions, if you drive through one and don't chain up then you will be fined. I have had spot checks in Austria (Wagrain) when the roads were in good condition, still masses of snow though - they didn't ask to see the chains, they wanted to see the hi viz jackets (one each and in the car, not the boot), the tires, first aid and triangle. Insurance, licence and reg and make sure the kids are in their proper seats. They also don't like you having chains on when there isn't enough snow on the road, that's a fine too. |
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Hello,
Has anyone had any experience of skiing in Flachau during half term, and of course this year it's a 'double' with it being Fasching week? Both my previous trips there have been during term time and I don't think I was in a line for more than 2-3 mins all week. I of course expect it to be busier, but will it be in the 'horrendous/unbearable' category? I am hoping that for the kids (4 and 7) it may be quite fun with lots activities etc? Thanks, Skimac |
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Hello,
Does anyone have any experience of driving from Dunkirk to Flachau? Mr.Tom Tom wants to put me into Germany from Belgium asap, but Michelin suggests other routes. Last year I went through Luxembourg(cheap fuel ))on the way to Oberstdorf, entered Germany further south, and had a terrible stretch on nothing more than dual carriage way, then aim for Munich - Salzburg -Flachau. I reckon 14hrs? Idea's and suggestions welcome! skimac |
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Hello,
Would anyone be kind enough to tell me how long it takes to drive from Calais to Oberstdorf? I have found in the past that route planner estimations are often way out! I would like to hear from someone who has actually done it. It will be either a night drive, or very early morning start, on saturday half term this February - joy.......... Many thanks Skimac ) |
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Hello,
Does anyone have a vacancy for a single person(own room),from 8-12th March? Maximum 2 hours from Geneva,catered chalet preferred, but B/B considered. Thanks Skimac. |
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Hello,
Has anyone been with a compnay called SKIHAIG, at a chalet by the name of La Reblais located at the at 'the top of the Col du Corbier' in Chatel? If so, would you mind giving me some feedback - I am concerned that it may be a little too remote, I am travelling on my own so would want to be able to sample the local nightlife....... :P Thx skimac |
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Ok, any advice please......
Where to go as a single skier, I am 50, but young at heart and enjoy my apres ski (I think the Austrians have that one worked out best.) So far I have been to Flachau/Wagrain, but would like to try a new place. Ski wise, not into huge amounts of off-piste now, but enjoy challenging runs. Ski, stop have beer, move on, lunch, that sort of thing as well. All ideas appreciated - travel in early March. ) |
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