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476 m - 900 m
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Test report Oberaudorf/Hocheck
Skiresort.info Test of the ski resort Oberaudorf/Hocheck
Total result: 3.3 out of 5 stars
Test Oberaudorf/Hocheck
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In detail: Test report for ski resort Oberaudorf/Hocheck
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The ski resort on the Hocheck with its 12 km of slopes is considered a small ski resort, but it is very popular with families and day guests. It also features the longest floodlit slope in Germany (3 km long).
Runs/slopes
Additional runs
2 km Marked ski routes
Altitude difference
424 m (Valley 476 m - Mountain 900 m )
Lifts/ cable cars
5
Number of lifts to get from one end of the ski resort to the other
→ 2 ← 2
Number of lifts to get from one end of the ski resort to the other
→ 2 ← 2
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There are slopes of all difficulty levels available, but there are mainly easy and intermediate slopes. Four times a week, night skiing and tobogganing are offered on the floodlit slope and toboggan run.
Runs/slopes
Total 12 km
Easy
6 km
(50 %)Intermediate
5 km
(42 %)Difficult
1 km
(8 %)
Additional runs
Marked ski routes
2 km
A ski route leads to the neighbouring village of Bad-Trissl
Longest run
3 km
Run location
under tree line
Worth knowing
- Valley run available
- Speed measurement course offered
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One high speed quad with bolster and t-bar lifts provide access to the ski resort on the Hocheck
Number of ski lifts
5
Total capacity
5100 Passengers / hour
Length of all lifts
2.7 km Total
Lifts and cable cars
1
3
1
Additional
2
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Hocheck is at a low elevation, but due to the high-performance snow-making system, it is very snow reliable. The German testing facility for the leading snow cannon manufacturer, TechnoAlpin, is located on the Hocheck.
Worth knowing
- Artificial snow-making
25 Snow canons
90 % of the slopes have snow-making capabilities
- The valley run is open most of the time.
Season 2009/2010
85 Days open
85 Days when valley run open
85 Days when valley run open
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The slope preparation is excellent.
Despite the low elevation, the snowcats achieve a perfect and slip-resistant slope. Additional slope grooming before each night skiing session.
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 located directly at the Oberaudorf exit of the Inntal expressway. There are free parking lots at the base station, in the village and at the practice area located a bit above the valley station.
Access via Autobahn A93 Inntaldreieck-Kufstein, Ausfahrt Oberaudorf
- Hocheck-Express (Oberaudorf), Ideal entry for day visitors
Distance: 2 km · approx. 4 Minutes driving time
Roads: Side road, well-developed, without significant incline
Parking spaces: limited amount available, Tarred parking lot, Stone parking lot, free of charge
Trail map and overview maps:
The trail map is clear and includes all information about the ski resort, the toboggan run and additional information. Only the altitudes are missing.
The trail map is clear and includes all information about the ski resort, the toboggan run and additional information. Only the altitudes are missing.
Information boards and sign-postings on the slopes:
There are information boards at the valley station and illuminated signs with all information about the ski operation. The sign-posting in the ski resort is good.
There are information boards at the valley station and illuminated signs with all information about the ski operation. The sign-posting in the ski resort is good.
They place a high priority on cleanliness. The sanitary facilities are always in top condition.
The complete energy supply for the Hocheck mountain lifts is provided by ecological water power from the Inn Power Station in Oberaudorf. The ski resort is the snow cannon testing centre for TechnAlpin and they employ soft snow-making practices.
Public transportation/ on-site mobility
- No direct train connection
- No ski busses
- Scheduled busses
The personnel at the valley station is friendly and even offer funny greetings. The staff at the t-bar lifts on the mountain could show a bit more initiative.
You can stop for refreshments a three strategic points in the ski resort. On the mountain, at the middle station and at the valley station. The only things to be said are: cozy, Bavarian, economical and good.
3 Mountain restaurants & Ski huts
Mountain hut tip
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Wenger Stadl
At the valley run, near the middle station
In a rustic and cozy atmosphere, the Wenger Stadl offers typical alm snacks and refreshments with Bavarian hospitality. Fresh milk is supplied daily from their own farm.
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Berggasthof Hocheck
At the mountain station of the quad chair lift
The highest restaurant in the ski resort, located at 850m. There is a large sun terrace and a cozy dining room with a ceramic oven. Bavarian specialties are served.
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The atmosphere is more relaxed on the Hocheck. There is always something going on at the Alm Rausch at the base station. You can also meet in one of the cozy restaurants in the village.
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AlmRausch
At the valley station
Après Ski in the AlmRausch, on the longest floodlit slope in Germany, is always an experience. You can end your ski day with music and a great atmosphere.
You can stay the night directly on the slopes in the Bergasthof Hocheck. There are also a few bed and breakfasts at the valley station. Additional hotels can be found in the village of Oberaudorf.
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
- Oberaudorf
Distance to ski resort fewer than 1 km
Guest beds 2500
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 ski resort is very family friendly. The economical prices alone lure families to the resort. Childcare is provided by the Ski School Hocheck with its own children's area above the valley station. There is also a practice area with a tow rope above the valley station. The first TÜV-tested (tested by the German Technical Inspectorate), 3 km long floodlit toboggan run is also very popular with families.
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 near the valley
- Beginner's lifts in ski resort directly at the feeder lift
- Ski kindergarten
- Ski school for children
- Child care
- Playground / park
- Mascot (Snuki)
Special tips for children
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Children's area of the Ski School Hocheck
The Ski School Hocheck operates an attractive children's area for big and small beginners with comfortable people movers, tow rope, skier's carousel and childcare.
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TÜV-tested (German Technical Inspectorate) and floodlit toboggan run
The beginning of the attractive, 3 km long toboggan run is located shortly before the Berggasthof Hocheck, only 200 metres away from the mountain station of the quad chair lift. The toboggan run is groomed every evening with a special grooming machine so that families and children can use the run without danger. At the valley station, you can rent the sleds. Sledding fun is guaranteed here!
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There is a practice area above the valley station with its own tow rope and people movers. The runs up on the mountain on the Idealhang and Suedhang lifts are also well-suited for beginners. The valley run is not recommended for beginners. Ski courses can also be booked for the evening.
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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There are no ski routes and only a short steep section.
Information for advanced skiers, freeriders
- no freeride/ deep snow areas
- no mogul slopes
Slope offering advanced skiers
Runs/slopes
Total 12 km
Difficult
1 km
(8 %)Additional runs
Marked ski routes
2 km
A ski route leads to the neighbouring village of Bad-Trissl
Note: Always mind the avalanche warnings and barriers, please. Never ski into a closed and unsecured area.
The Oberaudorf/Hocheck funpark runs alongside the valley run and is also floodlit.
Information for Snowboarders
- no cat tracks
- no runs with ascent
- no freeride/ deep snow areas
Snow parks
- Funpark Oberaudorf/Hocheck
The funpark stretches alongside the valley run from the middle station of the quad chair lift down to the practice area.
Offering snow parks
- Snow park/ Fun park
- No halfpipe
- Kicker (Jump/ Ramp)
- Rails/ Slides
- Boxes
- Corner / Hip
- No cross-country trails available
There are no cross-country tracks in the ski resort. There are easy tracks in the Inn Valley, but these are only open when there is enough snow.
Conclusion
Good price-performance ratio, family friendly, TÜV-tested toboggan run, nice panorama view, no risk of avalanches, night skiing, combination of skiing and tobogganing
No lifts with bubbles
Test Report issued on 2012-01-03
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