Gargellen Ski Resort Guide
Gargellen, Austria
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| Recommended For | Beginners and Snowfall. |
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| Total Piste Length | 36km |
| Highest Lift | 2,130m |
| Resort Height | 1,420m |
| Nearest Airports | St. Gallen-Altenrhein and Friedrichshafen |
Gargellen
Gargellen is a charming ski resort nestled in the Montafon valley. It offers a tranquil atmosphere combined with diverse skiing options for all levels.
Summary
Set against stunning alpine scenery, Gargellen boasts a variety of slopes that cater to families and advanced skiers alike. With a focus on quality over quantity, it provides an uncrowded experience with pristine runs.
The ski area of Gargellen is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 1,420m, with 36km of marked runs.
Gargellen is part of the Montafon ski area with access to 44 marked pistes, served by a total of 36 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Gargellen itself (36km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Montafon ski resort of St Gallenkirch.
With ski lifts as high as 2,130m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Snow and Weather
Gargellen enjoys excellent snow reliability, typically maintaining a snow depth of 80 to 150 cm throughout the season. Regular snowfall ensures great conditions, but check J2Ski for the latest updates on snow conditions.
When will it snow in Gargellen?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Gargellen.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Gargellen Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 2 | 35km |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 5 | 49km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 7 | 56km |
| Downhill Total Length | 36km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 8 | |
Montafon Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 7 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 16 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 21 | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 36 | |
Gargellen Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,130m |
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| Lowest Piste | 1,423m |
| Resort Altitude (Gargellen) | 1,420m |
| Max Vertical | 710m |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
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| Beginners | |
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Skiing
Gargellen features the highest ski area in the Montafon, with an elevation of 2,600 meters and over 40 kilometers of varied pistes. Notable runs include the challenging 'Schwarze Wand' and the scenic 'Gargellen' descent, serviced by efficient lifts like the 'Gargellner Bahn' and 'Schafberg-Bahn'.
Gargellen offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Ski Lessons in Gargellen
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Gargellen Ski Schools and Gargellen Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will appreciate the terrain park at Gargellen, which offers a range of features suitable for all skill levels. The park includes jumps, rails, and boxes, providing ample opportunities for creativity.
Location and Map
Where is Gargellen?
This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Sankt Gallenkirch, Bludenz District.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Gargellen is St. Gallen-Altenrhein, 63 minutes drive away.
Friedrichshafen, Memmingen, Innsbruck Airport, Zurich, Lugano, Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, Stuttgart, Munich and Basel airports are all within three hours drive.
St. Gallen-Altenrhein is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Gargellen is easily accessible, with the nearest airports being Innsbruck and Friedrichshafen. Travellers can reach the resort by car, taking the A14 motorway and following local signs to the Montafon valley.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The eight ski lifts are able to uplift 8,400 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, with 50 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Gargellen open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is early December, and usual closing is Mid April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
The après-ski scene in Gargellen is cozy and inviting, with popular spots like the 'Bergrestaurant' for hearty meals and 'Schafberg Bar' for drinks and relaxation. The nightlife is low-key but enjoyable, perfect for unwinding after a day on the slopes.
