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Test report Warth-Schroecken
Skiresort.info Test of the ski resort Warth-Schroecken
Total result: 4.3 out of 5 stars
Test Warth-Schroecken
The review Warth-Schroecken was created by Skiresort.info, the world’s largest test portal for ski resorts.
Test result: 4.3 out of 5 stars
Skiresort.info Test Winner 2011:
Best Natural Snow Slopes: Slopes in Schröcken >>
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Further evaluation criteria
Evaluation criteria for special interests
In detail: Test report for ski resort Warth-Schroecken
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The most snow-secure ski resort on the Hochtannberg Pass is the 5th largest ski resort in Vorarlberg
Runs/slopes
Additional runs
10 km Marked ski routes
Altitude difference
785 m (Valley 1270 m - Mountain 2055 m )
Lifts/ cable cars
15
Number of lifts to get from one end of the ski resort to the other
→ 4 ← 3
Number of lifts to get from one end of the ski resort to the other
→ 4 ← 3
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Warth-Schroecken is famous for its many deep snow slopes and its very nice, usually wide runs. The ski resort is also very well-liked by beginners. You can ski throughout the ski resort on easy slopes. There is a slope for everyone here. In Schroecken, you can swish down the world's best natural snow slopes.
Runs/slopes
Total 68.5 km
Easy
33.4 km
(49 %)Intermediate
21.3 km
(31 %)Difficult
13.8 km
(20 %)
Additional runs
Marked ski routes
10 km
Longest run
6.5 km
Run location
above tree line, under tree line
Worth knowing
- Valley run available
- Speed measurement course offered
- Public race course with time measurement
There are almost only modern chair lifts and some have bubbles and seat heating. J-bars and practice lifts are also available near the base for beginners.
Number of ski lifts
15
Total capacity
27540 Passengers / hour
Length of all lifts
11.5 km Total
Lifts and cable cars
11
2
2
Additional
3
Warth-Schroecken is very snow reliable. Snow guns are only needed on the run down to Warth, to the Jaegeralpe and on the steep sections of the slopes in order to provide optimal conditions. Schroecken, on the other hand, relies completely on natural snow and therefore provides the best natural snow slopes. 11 metres of snow falls every year and this makes it the most snow-rich ski resort in Europe.
Worth knowing
- Artificial snow-making
20 % of the slopes have snow-making capabilities
- The valley run is practically always open.
Season 2008/2009
145 Days open
145 Days when valley run open
145 Days when valley run open
Season 2009/2010
135 Days open
135 Days when valley run open
135 Days when valley run open
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The slope preparation is excellent.
Even some of the ski routes are prepared. The beginner slopes are always in perfect condition.
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 at the Hochtannberg Pass, approx. 60 km away from the nearest highway. It is recommended to carry snow chains as this is one of the most snow-rich areas in Europe. There are free parking lots at all lift base stations (in Warth, Jaegeralp and Salober).
Access via Rheintal-Autobahn, Ausfahrt Dornbirn Nord
- Saloberjet (Schröcken), Ideal entry for day visitors
Distance: 58 km · approx. 60 Minutes driving time
Roads: Main street, Side road, Mountain road, well-developed, with significant incline
Parking spaces: enough available, Tarred parking lot, free of charge
- Jägeralpbahn (Warth), Ideal entry for day visitors
Distance: 60 km · approx. 61 Minutes driving time
Roads: Main street, Side road, Mountain road, well-developed, with significant incline
Parking spaces: usually enough available, Tarred parking lot, Stone parking lot, free of charge
- Steffisalpbahn (Warth), Entry suitable for day visitors
Distance: 62 km · approx. 63 Minutes driving time
Roads: Main street, Side road, Mountain road, well-developed, with significant incline
Parking spaces: limited amount available, Tarred parking lot, free of charge
Access via Autobahn A7 Memmingen-Füssen, Autobahnende Füssen (Beginn Fernpass-Bundesstraße)
- Steffisalpbahn (Warth), Entry suitable for day visitors
Distance: 74 km · approx. 72 Minutes driving time
Roads: Main street, Side road, well-developed, with significant incline
Parking spaces: limited amount available, Tarred parking lot, free of charge - Jägeralpbahn (Warth), Ideal entry for day visitors
Distance: 76 km · approx. 75 Minutes driving time
Roads: Main street, Side road, well-developed, with significant incline
Parking spaces: usually enough available, Tarred parking lot, Stone parking lot, free of charge - Saloberjet (Schröcken), Ideal entry for day visitors
Distance: 78 km · approx. 77 Minutes driving time
Roads: Main street, Side road, well-developed, with significant incline
Parking spaces: enough available, Tarred parking lot, free of charge
Winter Closure
The section from Lech-Warth is closed in the winter. It is not possible to travel from Lech or Zuers to Warth-Schroecken!
The section from Lech-Warth is closed in the winter. It is not possible to travel from Lech or Zuers to Warth-Schroecken!
Trail map and overview maps:
The trail map is very clear and detailed. The ski slope highlights are pointed out and all lifts are described in detail. The restaurants are also described well. The only things missing are the altitude indications for the Falken, Koerbersee Wartherhorn-Express and Karhorn.
The trail map is very clear and detailed. The ski slope highlights are pointed out and all lifts are described in detail. The restaurants are also described well. The only things missing are the altitude indications for the Falken, Koerbersee Wartherhorn-Express and Karhorn.
Information boards and sign-postings on the slopes:
The sign-postings on the slopes are exemplary. If there is an emergency, the telephone number for the rescue service is indicated on almost every information board.
The sign-postings on the slopes are exemplary. If there is an emergency, the telephone number for the rescue service is indicated on almost every information board.
Throughout the ski resort, cleanliness is a high priority. In the parking lots, the ticket booths, the restrooms and lift facilities - cleanliness is found without exception.
RespekTiere deine Grenzen (respect your borders) - information in the trail map, eco-friendly construction of slopes and ski buses are eco-highlights of the ski resort.
Public transportation/ on-site mobility
- No direct train connection
- Comprehensive ski bus network
- Scheduled busses
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The employees are friendly. They make an extra effort with the children at the Kuchl lift. On certain lifts, the employees could show a bit more initiative.
In the Warth-Schroecken ski resort, there are cozy mountain restaurants available. High-quality gastronomy can be found at the base stations, such as in the S1 Salober Treff, or the somewhat hidden Pasta Bar below the self-service restaurant Salober. There are also some restaurants next to the valley station in Warth. In the village of Schroecken and on Lake Koerber there are cozy restaurants as well.
16 Mountain restaurants & Ski huts
Gastronomy tip
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S1 Salober Treff
At the Salober valley station on the Hochtannberg Pass
A bar which is also a restaurant, and vice versa. Fine culinary delicacies with an alternating menu are waiting for winter sport fans.
Mountain hut tip
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Auenfelder Hütte
Between the Sonnenjet and the Sonnencruiser lifts
Cozy and rustic restaurant with service. Large sun terrace
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Skihütte Hochalp
At the four-person Hochalpe lift
Rustic, romantic mountain restaurant in the middle of the ski resort. The specialties are Kaesspatzn (cheese noodles) and Kaiserschmarrn (traditional pancake dish).
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There are some umbrella bars in Warth, at the Jaegeralpe or in the S1 at the Salober. Warth-Schroecken is not a huge party centre, but those who want to celebrate Après Ski will find their spot.
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Schirmbar Steffisalp
At the valley station of the Steffisalp Express in Warth
The small but fine meeting place on the terrace featuring its new Red Bull design is waiting for you. The mood is fun here after the ski day and it can go on quite a while.
Most of the hotels in Warth are located directly on the slopes or a few metres away. The accommodations in Schroecken can be accessed from the slopes and the ski bus takes you up into the ski resort.
Ski-in/Ski-out
There are many accommodations with direct access to the slopes and to lifts (Ski-in/Ski-out)
Tips
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Wellnesshotel Warther Hof
Located at the valley station of the Steffisalp lift
The section that was newly built in 2004 contains the roomy suites and the Wasserklause - a pool with an integrated whirlpool, jet channel and water castle. Another pool is located outdoors and you can swim from the Wasserklause outside and enjoy the sun. In addition to different types of saunas and steam rooms, the sauna area also offers a tepidarium, a cold pool and a whirlpool. There is no wellness wish left unanswered here. -
Sporthotel Steffisalp
Located directly at the valley station of the Steffisalp lift
The SteffiSpa invites you to relax with its cozy warm Vitalpool with waterfalls and jet bubble lounge chairs. You have a beautiful view of the surrounding mountains while you are enjoying the spa. A separate Ladies Spa with bio-sauna, other saunas, a steam room and Kneipp pools round off the wellness offering.
Towns/villages
- Schröcken
Distance to ski resort 3-5 km
Guest beds 1000 - Warth
Distance to ski resort fewer than 0.5 km
Guest beds 1300
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
The ski resort is very well-suited for families and children. Pauli's Kinderland (children's area) and the Kinder Maerchenland (children's fairy tale land) on the Hochtannberg Pass are the top spots for the kids. The Wannenkopf lift, Kuchl lift, Koerb lift, Kitze lift and the Maerchenland lift complete the offering. There are 2 ski schools for children and many easy slopes (even up in the ski resort) for the entire family.
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
- Ski kindergarten
- Ski school for children
- Child care
- Playground / park
- Mascot (Pauli)
Special tips for children
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Kinder-Maerchenland (children's fairytale land)
Magical fairytale land near the Salober valley station on the Hochtannberg Pass with ski jump, obstacle course, magic carpet and much more.
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Pauli's Kinderland (children's area)
At Pauli's Kinderland at the Kitze lift in Warth, the little ones can play as they like and at the same time, learn to ski in a fun way.
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There is a perfect practice area on the Hochtannberg Pass between the Koerb lift and the Kuchl lift. It is also possible to ski from the Kuchl lift to the Jaegeralp Express, over to the Hochalp lift and the Falken ski area, and then back again to the Kuchl lift. Beginners can ski from Warth to the Hochtannberg Pass and back on the easy slopes thereby discovering the entire ski resort.
Information for beginners
- Easy and manageable slope offering, which is easy to achieve
- Wide slopes
- Beginner's area
- Easy valley run
- Beginner's lifts near the valley
Ski schools on-site
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A little over 8 km of advanced runs may not sound like very much, but if you count all of the off-piste terrain, it is heaven on earth for advanced skiers. Steep ravines and even cliffs are awaiting experts.
Information for advanced skiers, freeriders
- very many freeride / deep snow areas
- many mogul slopes
- few extremely difficult, steep and unprepared runs (Double Diamonds)
Slope offering advanced skiers
Runs/slopes
Total 68.5 km
Difficult
13.8 km
(20 %)Additional runs
Marked ski routes
10 km
Most difficult run
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Grosse Mulde · Length 1.5 km · Altitude difference 460 m
Note: Always mind the avalanche warnings and barriers, please. Never ski into a closed and unsecured area.
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In addition to the Snowpark Salober, there is also a mini snowpark at the valley station of the Hochtannberg Pass with rails and jumps.
Information for Snowboarders
- few cat tracks
- no runs with ascent
- the following runs are not suitable for snowboarders
Ski path to the Sonnenjet
- very many freeride / deep snow areas
Snow parks
- Snowpark Salober
Sun and fun are guaranteed at the new location of the snowpark on the sunny, south-western side of the Salober along the 4 person Sonnencruise chair lift. Everything is offered - from the Easy Line to the 12 metre triple-kinked box.
- Snowpark Warth
The snowpark is located in Warth at the Wannenkopf lift and offers small jumps and obstacles.
Offering snow parks
- Snow park/ Fun park
- No halfpipe
- Kicker (Jump/ Ramp)
- Rails/ Slides
- Boxes
- Wallride
- Boardercross
- Waverides
- Pro Line
- Medium Line
- Beginner/ Easy Line
- Chill area with music
- Cross-country trail offering
Total trail length: 17 km
The tracks are very snow reliable and manageable.
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Conclusion
Snow secure, variation of ski routes and many deep-snow runs, offpiste offering, family-friendly, no deposit on day tickets, free speed check, parallel grand slalom run
The access to the Steffisalp lift from the parking lots, no lift connection from Schroecken up to the ski resort (only with ski bus), Schneemannkarte (snowman ticket) for the children for EUR 3.00
Test Report issued on 2012-03-14
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Highlights
Wellnesshotel Warther Hof
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Family Jäger & Roiderer
6767 Warth am Arlberg
50 m to ski resort Details »
Family Jäger & Roiderer
6767 Warth am Arlberg
50 m to ski resort Details »
Hotel Walserberg
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Familie Irene & Thomas Walch
6767 Warth am Arlberg
400 m to ski resort Details »
Familie Irene & Thomas Walch
6767 Warth am Arlberg
400 m to ski resort Details »
