Galtür Ski Resort Guide
Galtür, Austria
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| Recommended For | Intermediates, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 40km 25 miles |
| Highest Lift | 2,300m 7,546ft |
| Resort Height | 1,600m 5,249ft |
| Nearest Airports | Innsbruck Airport and St. Gallen-Altenrhein |
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Galtür
Galtür is a charming ski resort in Austria, known for its family-friendly atmosphere and breathtaking alpine scenery. With a variety of runs and excellent snow conditions, it caters to all levels of skiers and snowboarders.
Summary
Nestled in the Paznaun Valley, Galtür offers a unique blend of traditional Tyrolean culture and modern skiing facilities. The resort features over 42 kilometers of slopes, ideal for both beginners and seasoned athletes alike.
The ski area of Galtür is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 1,600m 5,249ft , with 40km 25 miles of marked runs.
Galtür is part of the Silvretta ski area with access to 145 marked pistes, served by a total of 101 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Galtür itself ( 40km 25 miles of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Silvretta ski resorts of Ischgl and Kappl.
The ski resort itself is at 1,600m 5,249ft , so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 2,300m 7,546ft , snow cover is generally reliable.
Notable Ski Runs
The most difficult run is the 'Ballunabfahrt / Nr. 6'.
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Snow and Weather
Galtür is known for its excellent snow reliability, with an average snow depth ranging from 60 to 150 cm during peak season. Frequent snowfall ensures optimal conditions, so check J2Ski for the latest snow reports.
When will it snow in Galtür?
The next notable snow forecast is 3cm 1in , expected on 24 January, with around 21cm 8in forecast over the next 7 days.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Galtür Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 3 | 10km 6 miles |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 11 | 24km 15 miles |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 2 | 6km 4 miles |
| Downhill Total Length | 40km 25 miles | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 74km 46 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 10 | |
Silvretta Ski Area
| Pistes Number of runs | 145 | |
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| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 101 | |
Galtür Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,300m 7,546ft |
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| Lowest Piste | 1,640m 5,381ft |
| Resort Altitude (Galtür) | 1,600m 5,249ft |
| Max Vertical | 700m 2,297ft |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
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| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
Galtür's ski area reaches altitudes of up to 2,500 meters, ensuring reliable snow cover throughout the season. The terrain includes notable pistes like the ‘Zeinisjoch’ and well-connected lifts such as the ‘Bielerhöhe’ and ‘Galtür-Zeinisjoch’ gondolas, providing access to various slopes and stunning views.
Galtür offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.
Ski Lessons in Galtür

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Galtür Ski Schools and Galtür Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will find Galtür appealing, with dedicated terrain parks including the 'Galtür Snowpark' featuring jumps, rails, and boxes. The diverse terrain caters to all skill levels, ensuring an enjoyable experience for everyone.
Location and Map
Where is Galtür?
This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Landeck, Tyrol.
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Galtür is Innsbruck Airport, 80 minutes drive away.
St. Gallen-Altenrhein, Friedrichshafen, Memmingen, Bolzano, Zurich and Munich airports are all within three hours drive.
Galtür is accessible via Innsbruck Airport, approximately 100 km away, with convenient bus services running to the resort. The scenic drive through the Alps offers stunning views and is popular among travelers.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 10 ski lifts are able to uplift 15,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 25km 16 miles of ski runs, with 63 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Galtür open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is early December, and usual closing is Mid April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
After skiing, unwind at lively bars like ‘Piz Buin’ or enjoy a hearty meal at ‘Restaurant Mühleneck’. For night owls, local favorites include the ‘Alpin Bar’ and ‘Café Mühle’ for a cozy après-ski atmosphere.