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650 m - 2110 m
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Test report Golm
Skiresort.info Test of the ski resort Golm
Total result: 3.9 out of 5 stars
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In detail: Test report for ski resort Golm
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With its 35 km of runs, Golm is considered to be a medium-sized ski resort.
Runs/slopes
Additional runs
8 km Marked ski routes
Altitude difference
1460 m (Valley 650 m - Mountain 2110 m )
Lifts/ cable cars
9
Number of lifts to get from one end of the ski resort to the other
→ 4 ← 2
Number of lifts to get from one end of the ski resort to the other
→ 4 ← 2
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The ski resort offers a well-balanced relationship between blue and red slopes. However, advanced skiers will also get what they desire on one of the steepest slopes in Austria (Diabolo). The long valley run to Vandans (with snow-making capabilities) is very recommendable.
Runs/slopes
Total 35 km
Easy
14.5 km
(41 %)Intermediate
19 km
(55 %)Difficult
1.5 km
(4 %)
Additional runs
Marked ski routes
8 km
A ski route leads from Latschau to Tschagguns and another ski route leads to Vandans.
Longest run
9.2 km
Run location
above tree line, under tree line
Worth knowing
- Valley run available
Most of the lifts at Golm feature the newest technology. There is a j-bar lift and a tow rope for beginners.
Number of ski lifts
9
Total capacity
16240 Passengers / hour
Length of all lifts
10.0 km Total
Lifts and cable cars
3
4
1
1
Additional
2
The complete front side of the ski resort has snow-making capabilities all the way down to the valley. The runs at the Aussergolm lift and the Huettenkopf lift are dependent on natural snow (with the exception of the Diabolo run). Despite the low altitude of the valley, the valley run is frequently open.
Worth knowing
- Artificial snow-making
90 Snow canons
70 % of the slopes have snow-making capabilities
- The valley run is often open.
Season 2008/2009
145 Days open
122 Days when valley run open
122 Days when valley run open
Season 2009/2010
128 Days open
104 Days when valley run open
104 Days when valley run open
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The slope preparation is excellent.
There is a reason why the ski resort was awarded the Vorarlberger Pistenguetesiegel in 2010/11 (Vorarlberg Ski Slope Seal of Approval).
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.
Further evaluation criteria
The Golm ski resort is located about 10 minutes from the expressway exit. Guests do not need to drive on any mountain roads, so snow chains are not necessary. The parking lots in Vandans and Latschau are free and sufficient. There are also bus parking lots and long-term parking lots.
Access via Rheintal-Autobahn/Arlberg-Schnellstraße, Ausfahrt Bludenz-Montafon
- Golmer Bahn (Vandans), Ideal entry for day visitors
Distance: 7 km · approx. 8 Minutes driving time
Roads: Highway, Main street, well-developed, without significant incline
Parking spaces: enough available, Tarred parking lot, Stone parking lot, free of charge
Winter Closure
Silvretta Hochalpenstrasse (Silvretta High Alpine Road)
Silvretta Hochalpenstrasse (Silvretta High Alpine Road)
Trail map and overview maps:
The printed trail map (brochure) depicts the ski resort very well. All slopes, lifts, restaurants, prices and other information are included. On the back of the map, the complete Montafon region is shown. There is also an interactive trail map in the internet (clear illustration of the open/closed slopes and lifts).
The printed trail map (brochure) depicts the ski resort very well. All slopes, lifts, restaurants, prices and other information are included. On the back of the map, the complete Montafon region is shown. There is also an interactive trail map in the internet (clear illustration of the open/closed slopes and lifts).
Information boards and sign-postings on the slopes:
The sign-posting of the slopes is satisfactory and it is easy to find your way in the resort. Some of the panorama boards also indicate the status of the lifts and slopes (open/closed).
The sign-posting of the slopes is satisfactory and it is easy to find your way in the resort. Some of the panorama boards also indicate the status of the lifts and slopes (open/closed).
"Respect your limits" - the notification for protection zones for wildlife and flora. There are also electric power stations and marked parking spaces for electric cars.
The use of ski and city buses is included in the price of the ski ticket.
Public transportation/ on-site mobility
- No direct train connection
- Ski busses
- Scheduled busses
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The personnel is extremely friendly. At the mountain station of the Golmer lift, the skis and snowboards are even taken out of the gondola and the guests are assisted in exiting - exemplary service!
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There are cozy restaurants throughout the entire ski resort (with the exception of at the Aussergolm lift).
8 Mountain restaurants & Ski huts
Gastronomy tip
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Panorama-Restaurant Grüneck
At the mountain station of the Golmer lift
In the Panorama Restaurant Grueneck, a high value is placed on healthy and nutritious cooking. The restaurant is a member of "bewusstmontafon" (consciously Montafon), an initiative for the promotion and marketing of local products. There are also culinary theme weeks (devilishly spicy weeks before the Diabolo Race, Dolce Vita at Golm with Italian highlights, etc.).
Mountain hut tip
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Haus Matschwitz
At the Matschwitz middle station
Located in the heart of Golm, the Haus Matschwitz presents itself as rustic, traditional and unique.
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There are various umbrella bars and Après Ski possibilities on the mountain and at the valley stations.
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There are various holiday apartment houses in the ski resort and at the valley stations (private and huts belonging to clubs). Additional accommodations in the ski resort are the Berghof Golm, Haus Matschwitz, Ferienhaus Montafon and the Golmerhaus. All other accommodations are located in the villages of the Montafon region.
Ski-in/Ski-out
There are some accommodations with direct access to the slopes and to lifts (Ski-in/Ski-out)
Towns/villages
- Tschagguns
Distance to ski resort fewer than 1 km - Vandans
Distance to ski resort fewer than 1 km
Guest beds 1400
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.
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Evaluation criteria for special interests
There is a lot offered for children at Golm, For example, every Thursday there is a children's disco at the Golmibar with the mascot Golmi. In addition, there are racing drinks and little surprises.
Information for families and children
- Kid's Land/ separated area for children
- Merry-go-round
- Wave ride for children
- Adventure course
- People mover
- Children's lifts
- Beginner's lifts in ski resort directly at the feeder lift
- Ski kindergarten
- Ski school for children
- Child care
- Playground / park
- Mascot (Golmi)
Special tips for children
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Golmiland
Children's area of the Snow Sport School Golm located at the mountain station of the Golmer lift. They have magic carpets, wave runs and everything that makes children's hearts beat faster. There is a weekly final ski race for the children's ski courses and a kindergarten for children as of 3 years old near the mountain station (1 hour is free).
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Alpine Coaster Golm
The Alpine Coaster Golm is a spectacular adventure ride. You race on two-person sleds from Latschau to Vandan (combination of summer toboggan run and rollercoaster).
The Suecka t-bar (in the ski resort) and the Innerbach tow rope (next to the valley station in Vandans) are especially well-suited for beginners. The run to Latschau can also be mastered by beginners, but it is probably best for beginners to ride the gondola down to the valley. Especially child and beginner-friendly is the point ticket. You only pay for what you really ski.
Information for beginners
- Wide slopes
- Beginner's area
- Beginner's lifts in ski resort directly at the feeder lift
- Separate lift ticket for beginners / point ticket
Ski schools on-site
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The Diabolo run is the steepest slope in the country with its 70% steepness gradient. There are open ski areas and mogul slopes in the upper part of the ski resort. When there is sufficient snow, two unprepared ski routes lead down to the valley.
Information for advanced skiers, freeriders
- some freeride / deep snow areas
- some mogul slopes
Slope offering advanced skiers
Runs/slopes
Total 35 km
Difficult
1.5 km
(4 %)Additional runs
Marked ski routes
8 km
A ski route leads from Latschau to Tschagguns and another ski route leads to Vandans.
Most difficult run
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Diabolo · Length 1 km · Altitude difference 312 m
This run is not for those with weak nerves. With its 312m length and up to 70% steepness gradient, the deep black Diabolo run near the Aussergolm lift is one of the steepest slopes in Austria.
Note: Always mind the avalanche warnings and barriers, please. Never ski into a closed and unsecured area.
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There is no snowpark at Golm
Information for Snowboarders
- few cat tracks
- no runs with ascent
- some freeride / deep snow areas
Offering snow parks
- No snow park/ fun park
- No halfpipe
- Cross-country trail offering
Total trail length: 3 km
There is the high altitude Matschwitz track as well as other tracks in the Montafon region.
Trail tip(s)
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High altitude Matschwitz track
Near the Maiaesshut on Matschwitz. Scenically, very rewarding.
Length: 3.0 km ▪ Altitude: 1520 m - 1600 m
Difficulty level: intermediate
Track: single track
Cross-country skiing style: classic
fee: no
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Conclusion
Wide runs, fresh powder runs, well-prepared valley run with snow-making
There is only a long, flat run from Matschwitz to Latschau
Test Report issued on 2011-03-10
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