Summary

Ischgl’s slopes are more like those of a purpose-built French resort than a typical Tirolean place – high, snow-sure and fab for intermediates. It can’t compete with the big boys in terms of extent but it’s plenty big enough for all but the keenest piste-basher for a week. And its lift system (with over 80% of them fast, including 22 fast chairs) is far better than anything in France.
But the village and vibes are most definitely Austrian – largely built in traditional chalet style and with raucous après-ski that lasts from after lunch till dawn. In 2014 we were there, along with 20,000 others, for the Robbie Williams end-of-season concert on the slopes, and the next day, 4 May, was one of our best ski days of the season, with wonderful fresh powder.
The place has its drawbacks – see our list of minus points on the left. But if you fancy something different, consider giving it a try.

Blogs, features and news

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