obergurgl hochgurgl ski area information 2011/2012

What we offer ... n Skiing pleasures without lift lines n Uncrowded ski slopes guarantee more safety and ultimate funn Skiing to your hotel‘s doorstep n Children born 2003 or after free of charge n 14 après-ski spots, 8 ski huts, 8 umbrella bars

Interactive n iObergurgl-Hochgurgl smart phone app n Skiline elevation profile at www.skiline.ccn Photo points Top Mountain Star and Hohe Mutn Free wireless LAN Festkoglalm, Hohe Mut Alm and Nederhütte

Partner of the US Ski Teamn Official sponsor of the US Ski Team

Our Specialsin Obergurgl-Hochgurgl

www.obergurgl.com

The new skiing spectacle of Obergurgl‘s Ski Schoolat Festkogl mountain:

„Return of the Pioneers“

describes the legendary history of skiing back to its roots in Obergurgl-Hochgurgl:n Gurgl‘s Ski Club was founded 100 years agon 90th anniversary of the Obergurgl Ski School – development of snow sports from 1922 up to now n Emergency landing of the stratosphere explorer Prof. Auguste Piccard on Gurgl‘s glacier in 1931Join us on this wonderful journey back in time...

n 8 km night ski run Festkogl - village centern Night ski show and splendid fireworksn Festkoglalm is openn Mountain party at the umbrella bar

n Festkoglbahn operating from 6:30 pmn Ski show from 9:00 pm, last downhill ride 10:30 pmn Without ski pass € 10.00 per person

A new dimension in tobogganing: sledding down from Hochgurglbahn top station to the base terminal in Pill on a 3 km track with premium floodlights. Effortless uphill ride with Hochgurglbahn.

n Night tobogganing and skiing in Hochgurgl from 7:30 pm to 10:30 pmn Every Friday until 24 Dec; every Monday + Thursday from 26 Dec

n Toboggan rental at the top & base terminal, rental fee € 5.00 per dayn Free toboggan bus from Obergurgl and Sölden

n Stopover at DOWNHILL GRILL! BBQ delights for young and old also in winter. For reservations call T +43 (0) 5256 6265-564

Natural Toboggan Run in Hochgurglevery Monday and Thursday

HochgurglSki School Booking/Information Hochgurgl ski pass officesT +43 (0) 5256 6265-570, www.tophochgurgl.com, [email protected]

Opening times: daily 8:30 am – 4:00 pm

Meeting places/Instruction hoursn Meeting place: Krumpwasser liftn Ski courses from Sunday to Friday n Instruction: 10:00 am – 12:00 noon & 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm (4 hrs per day)

n Ski courses can be started on any day, beginners only on Sundayn Snowboard and carving courses on request (2 hrs daily)n Private ski, snowboard, carving and cross-country ski lessons available at any time (advance booking required) n All-day care for children (incl. meal and drinks, min. 3 children): € 19.00n Courses and all day care, min. 3 personsn Ski race for guests every Friday at 2:00 pm: € 8.00n Taster day for kids: half-day € 35.00

Please inform us by 6:00 pm the day before in case you cancel a private lesson, otherwise we charge a 50 % cancellation fee.

PRIV. LESSON 1-2 persons extra person

10:00 am - 12 noon 150.00 10.0012 noon - 2:00 pm2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 140.00 10.00

1 day (á 4 hrs) 242.00 20.00

6 hrs 382.00 20.00

SKI COURSE*

1 day 63.00

2 days 118.00

3 days 151.00

4 days 181.00

5 days 205.00

6 days 226.00

1 additional day after 3 days 37.00

SNOWBOARD COURSE*

1 day 75.00

2 days 135.00

3 days 179.00


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ObergurglSki School Main office: Haus Kuraten, village centerPirchhütt office: Wiesenlift, behind Hotel HochfirstT +43 (0) 5256 6305, www.skischule-obergurgl.com, [email protected]

Opening times: MON – FRI 8:30 am – 5:30 pm,SAT – SUN 8:30 am – 6:00 pm

Meeting placesn Adults, all levels + children, advanced: meet at Jenewein or Pirchhüttn Children, beginners: meet at Wiesental or Pirchhüttn Snowboarders, all levels: meet at Jenewein

Meeting time/Instruction hoursn SUN – FRI 9:45 am or 1:30 pm at the meeting place n Ski race for guests every Thursday (morning) n Instruction times: SUN – FRI, 10:00 am – 12:00 noon and 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm (group lessons/ski + snowboard)

n Snowshoe hiking, cross-country skiing - min. 4 pers. € 40n Ski mountaineering - min. 4 persons € 88n Kids‘ Ski School/lunchtime supervision (3-course menu), € 15

Please inform us by 5:00 pm the day before in case you cancel a private lesson, otherwise we charge a 100 % can-cellation fee (except on presentation of a medical certificate issued by a local doctor).

SKI COURSE*

1 day 63.00

2 days 118.00

3 days 151.00

4 days 181.00

5 days 205.00

6 days 226.00

1 additional day after 3 days 33.00SNOWBOARD COURSE*

1 day 72.00

2 days 133.00

3 days 178.00


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PRIV. LESSON 1 person extra person

2 hrs, morning 142.00 10.00

2 hrs, afternoon 132.00 10.00

3 hrs 188.00 15.00

4 hrs 226.00 20.00

5 hrs 281.00 22.00

6 hrs 335.00 25.00

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*Adults and children over 10 years

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General InformationGeneral TermsAll ski passes are valid within the entire Obergurgl-Hochgurgl ski area. Ski pass holders dressed in winter sportswear can use ski buses and public lines for free. Purchasing the pass, you accept the general terms and conditions on rates and trans-portation. Ski passes are available as hands-free key cards (put it in your left pocket). No refund in case of loss! Daily operating times from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Reduced Ski PassesChildren born 2003 or later free of charge; child rates for kids born 1997 - 2002; senior rates for skiers born in or before 1951. Disabled persons: senior rates apply with a minimum of 60% reduction in earning ability. Discounted lift tickets are only issued on presentation of a valid photo ID!

Ski Pass Selling PointsThe ski pass offices (Hohe Mut Bahn, Festkogl Bahn, Hochgurgl Bahn, Große Kar Bahn) are open daily from 08:30 am to 4:00 pm. Further ski pass selling points can be found in selected hotels and sports shops in Obergurgl-Hochgurgl, Sölden and Längenfeld. The key card deposit for one-day and multi-day ski passes is € 2.00. Undamaged ski pas-ses can be returned at the ski pass offices or selling points. For overlapping season times the automa-ted cash system charges a mixed rate. Ski passes for 6 or more days can be prolonged once for 1 day at a special price within their validity period. Our ski pass offices accept cash payment, Maestro debit cards and credit cards (MasterCard, Visa).

RefundOnly in case of a ski accident and if the ski pass is immediately handed in at the ski pass office you receive a refund for the returned ski pass on presentation of a medical certificate issued by a local doctor (can be handed in later). Only multi-day ski passes can be refun-ded. They must be returned at the main ski pass offices. We strongly recommend a travel cancellation insurance also for all accompanying travelers. Ski passes are not refunded or extended in case of inclement weather conditions, avalanche hazard, unforeseen departure, illness, discontinued lift operation, closed ski runs or partially closed ski lifts. Always check weather reports and the latest information on operating times before you purchase a ski pass.

Inspection and MisuseBesides automated access systems, the validity of ski passes is also checked by our lift staff. Ski pas-ses are not transferable. Any misuse of ski passes will be prosecuted and reported to the responsible authorities!

Slope Rescue RatesSignposted ski area € 90.00, free skiing terrain € 175.00, first aid until helicopter arrives € 90.00.

return of the Pioneers every Tuesday (weather permitting)

... Become a part of History! Off-peak Season

17.11.11 - 17.12.1108.01.12 - 28.01.1215.04.12 - 01.05.12

Peak Season18.12.11 - 07.01.1229.01.12 - 14.04.12

All Seasons17.11.11 - 01.05.12

Children1997-2002

Youth 1994-1996

Seniors1951 or olderDAY PASSES Adults Adults

Full day pass 44.00 45.00 29.00 33.50 39.00

from 11 am 38.00 40.50 24.50 30.50 35.50

from 12 noon 34.50 36.50 21.50 27.50 32.00

from 1 pm 31.50 32.50 18.50 24.50 28.00

from 2 pm 22.50 24.00 16.50 18.00 21.00

Beginners‘ pass 1 day € 23.00 (valid at Mahdstuhl, Wiesen, Krumpwasser practicing ski lifts)

MULTI DAY PASSES

2 days 84.50 89.00 53.50 67.00 77.50

3 days 115.50 125.50 74.00 94.50 109.50

4 days 149.00 167.00 92.50 125.00 145.00

5 days 180.00 203.50 111.00 152.50 177.00

6 days 208.50 232.00 125.50 174.00 201.50

7 days 232.00 258.00 137.00 193.50 224.50

8 days 252.00 282.00 149.50 211.50 245.50

9 days 271.50 302.50 161.50 226.50 263.00

10 days 290.50 322.50 174.00 242.00 280.50

11 - 30 days Ask for rates at the ski pass office

Additional day after 6 d. 34.50 36.50 21.50 27.50 32.00

FLEXIBLE PASS

5 in 7 days 193.50 218.00 120.50 163.50 189.50

11 in 14 days 317.50 352.50 194.50 264.00 306.50

OPENING SPECIAL FROM 17 – 27 NOV 2011: senior rates apply for all adult ski passes!

Ski Pass Rates 2011/2012

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Obergurgl-Hochgurgl plus SöldenCommon Ski Pass Sölden & Obergurgl-Hochgurgl Winter 2011/12. Important: The common Obergurgl-Hochgurgl & Sölden ski pass must be purchased at the beginning of your ski vacation and ordered explicitly at the ski pass office; it‘s not possible to change or prolong it afterwards.

SKI PASS UPGRADEPurchasing the common ski pass (5+ days), you can ski on 1 day of your choice in the Sölden ski area.Surcharge for common ski pass (according to price list of Bergbahnen Obergurgl-Hochgurgl):Adults, youth, seniors 10.00Children born 1997 – 2002 (children born 2003 or after free of charge) 6.00

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SINGLE RIDES FOR NON-SKIERS Adult/Youth/Sen. Children 1997-2002

Hohe Mut Bahn I & II both ways 18.00 10.00

Hohe Mut Bahn I & II (ski mountaineers) uphill ride 13.00 6.00

Festkoglbahn both ways 13.00 6.00

Hochgurglbahn Section I+II & Wurmkogl II both ways 20.00 10.00

Hochgurglbahn Section II & Wurmkogl II both ways 14.00 7.00

Hochgurglbahn Section I both ways 10.00 5.00

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TOBOGGAN PASS - HOCHGURGLBAHN I Adult/Youth/Sen. Children 1997-2002

Hochgurglbahn Section I uphill ride 6.00 3.00

Hochgurglbahn Section I 3 uphill rides 13.00 9.00

Hochgurglbahn Section I day ticket 20.00 13.00

Hochgurglbahn Section I evening ticket 13.00 9.00

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6-DAY PASS FOR NON-SKIERS (Adults/Youth/Seniors/Children)

All mountain gondolas & Wurmkogl II. Valid on all mountain lifts offering non-skier transport (Hohe Mut I & II, Festkogl, Hochgurgl I & II, Wurmkogl II). Please note: only one uphill and one downhill ride per day and mountain lift!

59.00€

Tirol Snow CardALL OF TIROL FOR THE WHOLE WINTER. 1 ski pass, 83 ski areas,1052 ski lifts, 3598 km of ski slopes (valid 01 Oct – 15 May)

For more details and terms check the separate brochure.

Adults 626.00

Children born 2005 – 1996 313.00

Youth born 1993 or after + disability pass holders (min. 60 % handicap) 501.00

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INClUded IN THe SkI PaSS

INClUded IN THe SkI PaSS

eventsDate Event

19.11. Hitradio RT1 „Gipfelgaudi Deluxe“ at Winter Palace (Obergurgl riding hall)

19.11. 4th Tourism Summit Meeting at Hohe Mut (press event)

19.11. Musical winter start with live music in the ski huts

22.11. 7th Tirolean Gastro Day (charity event)

25.11. Winter Welcome Party feat. „Blechblos‘n“ in concert at Winter Palace (riding hall)

26.11. Musical Hut Rally with live music in the ski huts

26.11. Ski Opening Fest at Winter Palace (Obergurgl riding hall)

17.03. - 23.03. Anniversary Skiing Weeks „90 Years Obergurgl Ski School“

20.03.„Gurgl Skiing Day“ at Gaisberg, starting at 8:00 pm

27.04. - 01.05. „Ski Finish“ end of winter event with live music in the ski huts

Hut evening Hohe Mut almEvery Wednesday from mid December. A truly exceptional experience! Uphill ride with Hohe Mut Bahn (from 6:30 pm), atmospheric hut evening with fondue or gourmet dish incl. welcome drink and live music. Advance booking required: T +43 (0) 5256 6396-32

Top Quality SkiingNEW THIS YEARn Completion snow-making systems Kirchenkarlift/Hochgurgln Kids ski for free even longer (born 2003 or after)n Youth ratesn Beginners‘ lift ticket - inexpensive offer for novice skiers or returnersn Viscope panoramic telescope, displaying mountain names (Hohe Mut Alm) n New and better bus intervals within the entire Ötztal (check bus schedule)n Direct bus connection Vent - Obergurgl (without changing)n Electronic schedule at the bus stops (real time information)

SKI AREA FACTSn Snow guarantee from mid Nov to early May n 110 km of immaculate slopes 1,800 – 3,080 mn 95 % of ski runs dispose of snow-making systemsn 24 ski lifts, hourly capacity of 39,400 persons n 12 km nordic tracks, 12 km winter walking trails

NIGHT TIME INCLUDEDn MON & THU: Top modern, floodlit toboggan run Hochgurglbahn n TUE:

„Return of the Pioneers“

night ski show on Festkogln MON, TUE, THU: night skiing

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errors, changes of rates, typesetting and printing mistakes excepted!editor: Liftgesellschaft Obergurgl Ges.m.b.H., Gurglerstrasse 93, 6456 ObergurglHochgurgler Liftgesellschaft Ges.m.b.H. & Co. KG, Hochgurglerstrasse 8, 6456 HochgurglConcept/design: STUDIOELF Werbeagentur, Ronald Fiegl, 6433 OetzContent: Mag. Georg Schöpf, Picture Credits: Ötztal Tourismus, Liftgesellschaft Obergurgl, Skischule Obergurgl, Hotel Edelweiß & Gurgl

The Diamond of the Alps.

obergurgl.comoetztal.com

Ski Area InformationWinter 2011/2012

Contact & InformationBergbahnen Obergurgl-Hochgurgl - Information OfficeT +43 (0) 5256 6396, [email protected]

Ötztal Tourismus - Information Obergurgl-HochgurglT +43 (0) 57200 100, [email protected]

Snow phone +43 (0) 57200 103

obergurgl.comoetztal.com

Huts in Hochgurgl Huts in Obergurgl

Arnold‘s Umbrella Bar (2,350 m)

Best place for a snack or drink at the heart of the Hochgurgl ski area. Sunbathing terrace, dreamlike views and great ambiance.

T +43 (0) 5256 6265-582

Wurmkoglhütte Middle Station (2,807 m)

Modern self-service restaurant with Tirolean stove, bar, lounges, Liftstüberl parlor, um-brella bar, sunny terrace and deckchairs. Easily accessible for everyone!

T +43 (0) 5256 6265-561

Top Mountain Star (3,080 m)

The Top Mountain Star at 3,080 m seems to touch the sky. Unique viewing platform with Panorama Bar in futurist design. Fine selection of excellent dishes.

T +43 (0) 5256 6265-562

Hochgurglbahn Umbrella Bar (1,780 m)

Umbrella and snack bar at Hochgurglbahn base terminal giving access to the Hochgurgl ski area. Après ski location right next to the bus stop and car park.

T +43 (0) 5256 6265-565

Kirchenkar Ski Hut (2,580 m)

Rustic and very homey moun-tain hut with open fireplace, ice bar, large sunbathing terrace offering wonderful views of the Gurgl glaciers and the Ötztal.

T +43 (0) 5256 6265-563

Festkogl Alm (2,650 m)

Tirolean delights, splendid sun terrace, great choice of pasta dishes, umbrella bar. Night skiing and Mountain Party every Tuesday from 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm.

T +43 (0) 5256 6501-1

Hohe Mut Alm (2,670 m)

Mountain restaurant serving culi-nary delights of premium quality; big sunbathing terrace. Incompa-rable panoramic view of 21 peaks beyond 3,000 m. Hut evening on Wednesday from 6:30 pm.

T +43 (0) 5256 6396-32

Schönwieshütte (2,270 m)

Quaint ski hut, table service, huge terrace, Tirolean specialties. In peaceful location at the entrance to Rotmoostal valley. Within walking distance for skiers and hikers.

T +43 (0) 664 4428113

David’s Hütte (2,004 m)

Walking time: 30 min. Homey ski hut with table service, sunba-thing terrace, next to Steinmann lift. WED/THU hut evening with fondue, David‘s BBQ delights or roast pork shank.

T +43 (0) 5256 6332

6/8-person gondola

6-seater chairlift

4-seater chairlift

T-bar lift

Button lift

Ski tow

Moving carpet

Easy ski run

Intermediate ski run

Difficult ski run

Ski route

Floodlights

Winter walking trail

Cross-country ski trail

Toboggan run

Restaurant/Umbrella bar

Fun park

Speedometer course

Vantage point/Photo points

Wildlife & forest safari

Ice skating rink

Skibus stop

Ski school

First aid/doctor

Information Ötztal Tourismus

Car park

Snow-making water reservoir

Timmelsjoch closed in winter

Helicopter landing base

Safety comes first! Please note: Ski slopes closed from 4:30 pm to 9:00 am daily!No safety measures when ski slopes are closed. Great risk of injuries due to snow-grooming machines, cable winches, avalanche protection works, uncovered ca-bles, tubes, snow making devices, etc.

Excerpt: FIS Skiing Rules1. Pay attention to other skiers.2. Control your speed and skiing technique.3. Choose the right route, don‘t endanger others.4. You should have enough space for overtaking.5. Before entering a slope or continuing to ski always check if you or others are in danger.6. Do not stop on blind corners.7. Ascend/descend only at the edge of the slope.8. Pay attention to signs, markers and signals.9. In case of an accident you are obliged to help.10. A valid ID is obligatory in case of an accident.

Flashing LightWarning lights indicate high orextremely high avalanche hazard!

Ski slopes closed

Sport Shops / Rental / Service / Fashion – on your doorstep! Piccard RallyScheiber Sportn Main shop: Hotel Edelweiß & Gurgln Fashion: center, next to churchn Shop & rental: Festkoglbahn base stationn Shop & rental: Hochgurglbahn base stationn Shop, rental & fashion: Top Hotel Hochgurgl n Fashion Dreams: Oetz

Monday to Sunday, 8:00 am – 6:30 pm

T +43 (0) 5256 6209 [email protected]

Intersport Rimln Main shop Obergurgl: center, Piccardwegn Shop & rental: Pirchhütt - Haus Gurgln Shop & rental: Hochgurgl - Hotel Rimln Shop & rental: Kressbrunnenn Shop & rental: Längenfeldn Outlet: Oetz


T +43 (0) 5256 [email protected] www.sportriml.com

Avalanche HazardThis sign indicates that there is a certain risk of avalanches on the ski slope, due to its incline or other local circumstances.

Emergency Numbersn Mountain rescue – Alpine emergencies 140n Doctor, pharmacy T +43 (0) 5256 6423 n Police 133/T +43 (0) 59133 7104 n Ambulance 144/Fire brigade 122Up-to-date avalanche report at www.tirol.lawine.at

Avalanche Hazard Scale

VERY HIGH5

HIGH4

CONSIDERABLE3

MODERATE2

LOW1

Restaurant Downhill Grill (1,780 m)

Tirolean-style ski hut with sunny terrace next to the Hochgurglbahn base terminal and toboggan run. Freshly grilled specialties plus very friendly service.

T +43 (0) 5256 6265-564

Edelweiß Umbrella Bar (1,930 m)

Right at the base station of Hohe Mut Bahn in Obergurgl‘s center. Great umbrella bar, sunbathing terrace with table service.

T +43 (0) 5256 6223

Nederhütte (2,104 m)

Ski hut with table service,large sun terrace. MON/WED/THU/FRI après ski party and live music from 4:00 pm (until 17 Dec: SAT instead of THU).

T +43 (0) 5256 6425

Get to know the scenic Obergurgl-Hochgurgl ski area in all its dimensions!Pass the 5 check points just as you like in one day:

n Obergurgl (Festkoglbahn or Hohe Mut Bahn base station)n Steinmannbahn base station (Zirbenwald)n Hochgurgl (Große Karbahn base station)n Kirchenkar lift base stationn Hochgurglbahn I base station

Afterwards you meet the two explorers for a photo shoot at Hohe Mut Alm and Top Mountain Star. Every participant recei-ves a certificate and takes part in a great prize raffle. Win a fantastic Alpine crossing in a hot-air balloon!

Online registration: www.obergurgl.com/piccardrallye

Free Skiing TerrainBesides ski routes and runs there is also free skiing terrain which is re-commended only to Alpine experts or groups with ski instructor.

Sport Lohmannn Main shop: main road, Gurglerstrassen Style Snowboarding: main road, Gurglerstr.n Fashion aus&raus: main road, Gurglerstraßen Kids & more: main road, Gurglerstraßen Shop & rental: Pirchhüttn Shop & rental: Spar market, center


T +43 (0) 5256 6372 [email protected]

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