Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Obergurgl, Austria: ski resort of the week


The resort

Obergurgl is a traditional Austrian resort which has terrain suitable for intermediates and beginners, and is ideal for families. Due to its high altitude, it is usually snow sure. There is a good lift system, which means very few queues, even at peak times, and many of the lifts are high-speed. Obergurgl also has a linked village slightly higher up the mountain, at Hochgurgl.

The snow

There has been heavy snowfall in Obergurgl this week meaning that powder skiing is top of the menu. This snow is expected to carry on into the weekend and with temperatures staying low, the snow could not be in much better condition.

The other skiers

With it being Easter this weekend the slopes are busy, with a mix of locals and British families on holiday.

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