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Test report Alpbachtal
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Total result: 3.8 out of 5 stars
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Test result: 3.8 out of 5 stars
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Best Night Skiing: Reith in Alpbachtal/Reitherkogel >>
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Further evaluation criteria
Evaluation criteria for special interests
In detail: Test report for ski resort Alpbachtal
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The Alpbachtal is one of the medium-sized ski resorts in Tyrol and Austria. The slopes are divided between the Wiedersberger Horn and the Reitherkogel ski resorts. Wiedersberger Horn is the larger, main ski resort.
Runs/slopes
Additional runs
8 km Marked ski routes
Altitude difference
1355 m (Valley 670 m - Mountain 2025 m )
Lifts/ cable cars
18
Number of lifts to get from one end of the ski resort to the other
→ 3 ← 2
Number of lifts to get from one end of the ski resort to the other
→ 3 ← 2
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Slopes of all difficulty levels offer the expert as well as the beginner the right experience. The main ski resort is the Wiedersberger Horn, which offers everything from easy to difficult slopes as well as freeriding areas. The smaller Reitherkogel ski resort in Reith i.A. only offers easy and intermediate runs.
Runs/slopes
Total 54 km
Easy
15 km
(28 %)Intermediate
34 km
(63 %)Difficult
5 km
(9 %)
Additional runs
Marked ski routes
8 km
Baumgarten ski route to Inneralpbach
Longest run
4 km
Run location
just above tree line, under tree line
Worth knowing
- Valley run available
Modern gondolas from the 3 base stations in Alpbach, Inneralpbach (Wiedersberger Horn ski resort) and Reith i.A. (Reitherkogel ski resort) bring visitors up the mountains. On Wiedersberger Horn, there are 5 fix-gripped chair lifts without bubbles. Additional t-bars are distributed on Reitherkogel and on Widersberger Horn.
Number of ski lifts
18
Total capacity
20040 Passengers / hour
Length of all lifts
15.9 km Total
Lifts and cable cars
4
5
7
2
Additional
1
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The ski resort has good snow reliability and is capable of making snow throughout the resort. All valley runs (except the Baumgarten route) have snow-making capability.
Worth knowing
- Artificial snow-making
85 Snow canons
70 % of the slopes have snow-making capabilities
- The valley run is open most of the time.
Season 2008/2009
135 Days open
120 Days when valley run open
120 Days when valley run open
Season 2009/2010
131 Days open
131 Days when valley run open
131 Days when valley run open
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The slope preparation is very good.
Even the Baumgarten ski route is partially groomed
Tip: By new snow, an optimal slope prepartion is not always possible, even with a large effort. In addition, the new snow can not combine with the snow lying underneath and moguls are created quickly. For safety reasons, usually no slope preparation is possible during operating times.
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Further evaluation criteria
The Reitherkogel ski resort (Reith im Alpbachtal) is only 4 km from the highway. Drive another 4 km and you will reach the Wiedersberger Hornbahn and a further 4 km will take you to the Poeglbahn with parking directly at the lifts. The Wiedersberger Hornbahn and Poeglbahn are both for the Widersberger Horn ski resort. Parking lots for the three gondolas are all free of charge.
Access via A12 Inntal-Autobahn, Ausfahrt 32 Kramsach
- Familien-Jet Reitherkogel (Reith im Alpbachtal), Ideal entry for day visitors
Distance: 4 km · approx. 8 Minutes driving time
Roads: Main street, Mountain road, well-developed
Parking spaces: usually enough available, Tarred parking lot, free of charge
- Wiedersberger Hornbahn (Alpbach), Entry suitable for day visitors
Distance: 8 km · approx. 12 Minutes driving time
Roads: Mountain road, well-developed
Parking spaces: usually enough available, Tarred parking lot, free of charge
- Pöglbahn (Alpbach), Entry suitable for day visitors
Distance: 12 km · approx. 17 Minutes driving time
Roads: Main street, Mountain road, well-developed
Parking spaces: usually enough available, Tarred parking lot, free of charge
- Galtenberglift (Alpbach), Entry suitable for day visitors
Distance: 13 km · approx. 18 Minutes driving time
Roads: Main street, Side road, Mountain road, well-developed
Parking spaces: usually enough available, Tarred parking lot, Stone parking lot, free of charge
Trail map and overview maps:
The trail map clearly depicts both the Wiedersberger Horn and the Reitherkogel areas. The lift symbols could be made a bit clearer.
The trail map clearly depicts both the Wiedersberger Horn and the Reitherkogel areas. The lift symbols could be made a bit clearer.
Information boards and sign-postings on the slopes:
Information boards at the mountain and valley stations are helpful. The signage on the slopes on Wiedersberger Horn is gut. On Reitherkogel however, only the slope numbers are indicated and there are no information boards. It is not a problem though because all slopes on Reither Kogel lead to the valley station.
Information boards at the mountain and valley stations are helpful. The signage on the slopes on Wiedersberger Horn is gut. On Reitherkogel however, only the slope numbers are indicated and there are no information boards. It is not a problem though because all slopes on Reither Kogel lead to the valley station.
Cleanliness on the slopes and in the stations is a priority in Alpbachtal. The gondolas are swept out every evening.
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The slopes are closed when there is not enough snow and an environmentally friendly ski operation is adhered to. There are sign-postings for forest and wildlife protection zones.
Public transportation/ on-site mobility
- No direct train connection
- Ski busses
- Scheduled busses
- Free regional bus operation for all guests and skiers
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The personnel is very friendly, but they could be more helpful to guests entering the lifts.
Cozy mountain restaurants with good home style cooking are distributed throughout the ski resort. The main focus is on typical skier's fare. Our tip: Boeglalm
9 Mountain restaurants & Ski huts
Mountain hut tip
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Böglalm
Inneralpbach, 1200m
Cozy, self-service restaurant on the run towards Inneralpbach. If you're lucky, the open fireplace will be burning in this restaurant, which is the most rustic in the ski resort. Fresh grilled chicken is also on the menu often.
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Dauerstoa Alm
Below the mountain station of the Poeglbahn in the direction of Hornboden
Mountain restaurant with service. Gorgeous sun terrace and lounge chairs
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Après-ski can be found at all valley stations of the gondolas as well as at the Galtenberg lift. There are also umbrella bars in the ski resort. The atmosphere is usually cozy. The Postalm in the centre of town is also known for its Après-Ski.
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Joe´s Salettl
At the valley station of the Poeglbahn in Inneralpbach
Live music and an open glass roof when the weather is nice
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Juppi's Schirmbar
Slightly above the valley station of the Reitherkogel lift at the Brandach t-bar lift.
Good Après Ski location, especially for night skiing on the Reitherkogel.
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Some accommodations are located directly on or near the slopes. There are many places to stay at in the village of Alpbach from which you can reach the slopes per bus or car.
Ski-in/Ski-out
There are some accommodations with direct access to the slopes and to lifts (Ski-in/Ski-out)
Towns/villages
- Alpbach
Distance to ski resort 1-2 km
Guest beds 2400 - Inneralpbach
Distance to ski resort 0 km (directly at ski resort) - Reith im Alpbachtal
Distance to ski resort fewer than 1 km
Guest beds 1950
Note: For the evaluation, only the accommodations which are located directly on the slopes and lifts, or have very easy access to the ski resort have been considered.
Evaluation criteria for special interests
The Alpbachtal ski resort is very child friendly. Childcare possibilities and many practice lifts are spread throughout the ski resort. It is ideal for children to begin in the children's area, advance to the practice lifts and finally use the other lifts. On some lifts there are separate entrances for children. On a regular basis, ski pass deals for families are offered.
Information for families and children
- Kid's Land/ separated area for children
- Merry-go-round
- Wave ride for children
- People mover
- Children's lifts
- Beginner's lifts near the valley
- Beginner's lifts in ski resort directly at the feeder lift
- Child friendly access to lifts
- Ski kindergarten
- Ski school for children
- Child care
- Playground / park
- Mascot (Juppi)
Special tips for children
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Frosty's Schneewelt of the Alpbach Aktiv ski school
This children's area is located on Wiedersberger Horn near the Gasthof Hornboden below the mountain station of the gondola. A comprehensive children's ski course is offered. There are two SunKid magic carpets, one of which is covered.
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Kid's Center of the Alpbach Aktiv ski school
Childcare for children from 2-4 years old. Children are optimally cared for on an hourly basis (without skis) from 10:00-15:00 in the new rooms below the mountain station of the Alpbach gondola (near "Frosty's Schneewelt").
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Children's practice area of the Alpbach ski school
In the children's area in Inneralpbach, the kids learn to take their first steps on skis using their own children's lift - undisturbed from other skiers. The area is located near Hotel Galtenberg in Inneralpbach.
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Children's practice lift of the Ski School Reith
Large practice area located very close to the village of Reith im Alpbachtal
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Juppi Kid’s Club Winter
For children who are too small for the slopes or who want to take a break for a day. It is centrally located in the town centre of Reith im Alpbachtal and can be quickly reached for all children in the holiday region of Alpbachtal Seenland.
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Beginners can find their ideal territory at the Hornboden j-bar and at the Mulden t-bar at the feeder lifts for the Wiedersberger Horn as well as near the valley in Inneralpbach and in Reith i.A. The valley practice area in Reith i.A. is especially large and flat. Unfortunately, there is not an easy valley run.
Information for beginners
- Easy and manageable slope offering, which is easy to achieve
- Wide slopes
- Beginner's area
- Beginner's lifts near the valley
- Beginner's lifts in ski resort directly at the feeder lift
Ski schools on-site
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Freeriders can find vast deep snow areas at the Hornlift 2000. The wide, tree-free runs underneath the Wiedersberger Horn are a dream. The Baumgarten ski route towards Inneralpbach is also favoured by experts as well as average skiers with its many turn-offs. There is also a mogul run to the middle station and at the Brandeggbahn.
Information for advanced skiers, freeriders
- many freeride / deep snow areas
- some mogul slopes
Slope offering advanced skiers
Runs/slopes
Total 54 km
Difficult
5 km
(9 %)Additional runs
Marked ski routes
8 km
Baumgarten ski route to Inneralpbach
Most difficult run
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FIS run · Length 2 km · Altitude difference 500 m
From the Hornboden mountain station to the middle station
Note: Always mind the avalanche warnings and barriers, please. Never ski into a closed and unsecured area.
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There is a halfpipe below the Hornboden and a large Fun Park beneath the mountain station of the Poeglbahn (new, as of the 2010/11 season)
Information for Snowboarders
- few cat tracks
- no runs with ascent
- the following runs are not suitable for snowboarders
Lower part of the Baumgarten ski route
- many freeride / deep snow areas
Snow parks
- Snowpark Alpbachtal
Since the 2010/2011 season, the Snowpark Alpbachtal has been open in the ski resort. The funpark is located directly below the mountain station of the Poeglbahn on the Wiedersberger Horn and has an advanced and a beginner's line. It features easy boxing, a wave track, pro boxing and pro kicker.
- Halfpipe Alpbachtal
The 150m long halfpipe is located directly below the Hornboden t-bar near the Poeglbahn on the Wiedersberger Horn
Offering snow parks
- Snow park/ Fun park
- No halfpipe
- Kicker (Jump/ Ramp)
- Rails/ Slides
- Boxes
- Waverides
- Medium Line
- Beginner/ Easy Line
- Cross-country trail offering
Total trail length: 92 km
Well-groomed 20 km of tracks in Inneralpbach to the Greitalm
Trail tip(s)
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Greitergrabenloipe
Length: 11.0 km ▪
Difficulty level: difficult
Cross-country skiing style: classic
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Luegergrabenloipe
6 km of classic cross-country and 4 km of skating tracks
Difficulty level: intermediate
Cross-country skiing style: classic, skating
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Conclusion
Wide ski slopes above the tree line, quick access from the highway, good price-performance ratio, family-friendly
No chair lifts with bubbles and no detachable (rapid) chair lifts
Test Report issued on 2012-01-03
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