23 km
950 m - 2304 m
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Test report Glungezer
Skiresort.info Test of the ski resort Glungezer
Total result: 3.2 out of 5 stars
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In detail: Test report for ski resort Glungezer
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Glungezer is considered one of the smaller ski resorts in Tyrol.
Runs/slopes
Altitude difference
1354 m (Valley 950 m - Mountain 2304 m )
Lifts/ cable cars
7
Number of lifts to get from one end of the ski resort to the other
→ 3 ← 1
Number of lifts to get from one end of the ski resort to the other
→ 3 ← 1
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Glungezer offers mainly intermediate runs. There are some deep snow variations on the Schartenkogel and one difficult run. The easy slopes lead from the middle station down to the valley. You can ski a total of 15 km in one run from the Schartenkogel down to the valley.
Runs/slopes
Total 23 km
Easy
7 km
(30 %)Intermediate
15 km
(66 %)Difficult
1 km
(4 %)
Longest run
15 km
Run location
above tree line, under tree line
Worth knowing
- Valley run available
A double chair lift leads from the valley up to the ski resort. There is another double chair lift up in the resort that takes you to the highest point. Otherwise, there are t-bars and practice lifts.
Number of ski lifts
7
Total capacity
7116 Passengers / hour
Length of all lifts
8.3 km Total
Lifts and cable cars
2
3
2
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Glungezer is reliant upon natural snow. Due to the altitude, there is always enough snow and the runs to the middle station are able to be skied. It is only possible to ski down to the valley when enough snow falls. Two snow cannons are available when required.
Worth knowing
- Artificial snow-making
2 Snow canons
1 % of the slopes have snow-making capabilities
- The valley run is seldom open.
Season 2009/2010
110 Days open
40 Days when valley run open
40 Days when valley run open
Season 2010/2011
104 Days open
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The slope preparation is very good.
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 ski resort is only 6 km from the expressway exit in the Inn Valley. There are sufficient, free parking spaces at the valley station.
Access via A12 Inntal-Autobahn, Ausfahrt Hall Mitte
- Glungezerbahn (Tulfes), Ideal entry for day visitors
Distance: 6 km · approx. 6 Minutes driving time
Roads: Side road, Mountain road
Parking spaces: usually enough available, Tarred parking lot, Stone parking lot, free of charge
Trail map and overview maps:
The trail map depicts the ski resort from the village of Hall in the Inn Valley to the Glungezer. The lifts and slopes are all indicated. Detailed information about the individual lifts and slopes would be appreciated.
The trail map depicts the ski resort from the village of Hall in the Inn Valley to the Glungezer. The lifts and slopes are all indicated. Detailed information about the individual lifts and slopes would be appreciated.
Information boards and sign-postings on the slopes:
There is information about current operations at Glungezer at the valley and middle station. There are only a few signs located within the ski resort itself.
There is information about current operations at Glungezer at the valley and middle station. There are only a few signs located within the ski resort itself.
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They practice soft winter tourism on the Glungezer. There is no mass operation here. They rely upon natural snow. The two snow cannons are only used in emergencies.
Public transportation/ on-site mobility
- No direct train connection
- Ski busses
- Scheduled busses
The staff is always friendly. You receive warm blankets during the ascent with the chair lift. At the t-bars, you are almost always assisted while boarding.
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The rustic huts and restaurants on the Glungezer offer typical Tyrolean specialties. There is also the Glungezer Huette that is located at 2,677 m and is only accessible for ski tourers.
5 Mountain restaurants & Ski huts
Gastronomy tip
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Alpengasthaus Halsmarter
At the Halsmarter middle station
You can be waited on in a friendly manner in the restaurant or on the sun terrace while enjoying a beautiful view of the slopes and the Tyrolean delicacies.
Mountain hut tip
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Tulfein Alm
Near the mountain station of the Glungezer II t-bar lift at 2,035 m.
Rustic and cozy hut in the middle of the ski resort with homemade specialties. The homemade Zirbenschnaps (pine spirits) are to be recommended. The hut is also well-loved by ski tourers and is therefore open until night.
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It is generally more calm on the Glungezer. There is an Après-Ski umbrella bar at the middle station. Usually, guests enjoy sitting together in the huts.
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There are only a few accommodations directly in the ski resort. The Tulfein Alm offers a few rooms and along the valley run, there are a few private rooms.
Ski-in/Ski-out
There are only a few accommodations with direct access to the slopes and to lifts (Ski-in/Ski-out)
Towns/villages
- Tulfes
Distance to ski resort fewer than 1 km
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
Glungezer is known as a favourably priced family ski resort in Austria. You can enjoy your ski day here without any stress. The young guests will find their territory at the middle station.
Information for families and children
- Kid's Land/ separated area for children
- Merry-go-round
- Children's lifts
- Beginner's lifts in ski resort directly at the feeder lift
- Ski school for children
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Beginners can find easy runs at the practice area near the middle station. The Halsmarter t-bar and the associated run are ideal for beginners. When there is enough snow, there is also an easy groomed run down to the valley. The slopes going up from the middle station are reserved for practiced skiers.
Information for beginners
- Easy and manageable slope offering, which is easy to achieve
- Wide slopes
- Beginner's area
- Easy valley run
- Beginner's lifts in ski resort directly at the feeder lift
Ski schools on-site
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There is only one difficult slope on the Schartenkogel, but it is possible to explore the deep snow. The 15 km long run from the peak to the valley is also challenging for advanced skiers.
Information for advanced skiers, freeriders
- some freeride / deep snow areas
- few mogul slopes
Slope offering advanced skiers
Runs/slopes
Total 23 km
Difficult
1 km
(4 %)Most difficult run
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Schartenkogel · Length 0.5 km · Altitude difference 200 m
Note: Always mind the avalanche warnings and barriers, please. Never ski into a closed and unsecured area.
There is a new snowpark with four different areas that are suitable for beginners, advanced skiers or professionals.
Information for Snowboarders
- few cat tracks
- no runs with ascent
- some freeride / deep snow areas
Snow parks
- GlungezerParks
The new Glungezer Parks are ultimate snowparks for freeriders and snowboarders. Three of these are located at the Schartenkogel lift with a gorgeous view of Innsbruck. The beginner park is located at the Halsmarter middle station.
Offering snow parks
- Snow park/ Fun park
- No halfpipe
- Kicker (Jump/ Ramp)
- Boxes
- Wallride
- Corner / Hip
- Pro Line
- Medium Line
- Beginner/ Easy Line
- Cross-country trail offering
Total trail length: 28 km
The sunny cross-country trails with great views connect Tulfes to Rinn.
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Conclusion
Great view of Innsbruck, warm blankets for the ascent with the chair lift, nice ski huts, wide slopes
Older lifts, early lift closing in the upper part of the resort at 3:45 pm.
Test Report issued on 2012-01-18
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Highlights
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6074 Rinn bei Innsbruck
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Geisler´s your tyrolean hotel for sunny hours
6074 Rinn bei Innsbruck
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