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Environmental friendliness Kaltenbach – Hochzillertal/​Hochfügen (SKi-optimal)

Environmental friendliness of the ski resort Kaltenbach – Hochzillertal/​Hochfügen (SKi-optimal)

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4 out of 5 stars

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Environmental protection of the ski resort Kaltenbach – Hochzillertal/​Hochfügen (SKi-optimal)

Great importance is attached to environmental protection in the Hochzillertal/Hochfügen ski area. Energy-efficient snow cannons with a long throw range and heat recovery systems save energy. Hydroelectric power plants are integrated into the power grid, storage ponds can be filled with self-generated electricity, and part of the energy consumption is covered by the area's own power plants. Photovoltaic systems, such as the one at the Wimbachexpress mountain station, also generate electricity. Particularly noteworthy are exemplary waste separation and the closure of certain forest areas. Ski buses and public transport are actively promoted.


Awards

Flagship project: Waste separation in the ski area


Public transportation/on-site mobility

  • Train connection
    The Kaltenbach-Stumm stop of the Zillertalbahn is located about 500 m away. Ski buses take you to the ski area.
  • Comprehensive ski bus network
  • Scheduled buses
  • Ski buses run every 15 minutes from Fügen to Hochfügen. In the Hochzillertal-Kaltenbach region, as well as in Ried, Aschau, and Stumm, ski buses operate regularly and free of charge. Additionally, there is a free ski bus to Hochfügen and Kaltenbach from the following places: Kramsach, Münster, Wiesing, Strass, Schlitters, and Uderns.




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