Cross-country skiing taster days in the Gschnitz Valley

Updated 27.12.2022

The TVB Wipptal in cooperation with cross-country skiing professional Markus Gandler offers cross-country skiing taster days in the Gschnitztal on 24 and 25 January 2023.

The mountaineering village Gschnitztal is a true paradise for cross-country skiers. In total, there are about 40 km of trails in this valley between Trins and Gschnitz, half of the offer for classic style, half for skaters. The trails are mainly easy to medium in difficulty and use is free of charge for locals and guests. The wonderful backdrop of the Gschnitztal valley with the impressive view of the valley head, which cross-country skiers can see in front of them as they head into the valley, is particularly noteworthy. In addition, it is a very snow-sure area, especially at the back of the valley. Since 1986, the Gschnitztal cross-country trails have been awarded the Tyrol's cross-country trail quality seal without interruption.

After the planned cross-country skiing opening on the first weekend of December 2022 had to be cancelled due to weather conditions, a replacement event will take place in the Gschnitztal in January. A cross-country ski station will be set up at Gasthof Feuerstein at the end of the valley, where test equipment for adults and children will be available for rent, both for the classic and the skating style. In addition, cross-country skiing instructors will be on hand to offer technique courses for beginners and slightly advanced skiers. Waxing courses and information on new equipment are also part of the repertoire. HP-Sports Steinach (test material) has been won as a cooperation partner. A fee of € 10,- per person will be charged directly on site.

In order to make cross-country skiing appealing to the little ones, a cross-country course will be set up where children can approach the sport of cross-country skiing in a playful way. Of course, there is also rental equipment for the little ones as well as helpful tips and instruction.

Packages including accommodation can be booked through the TVB Wipptal: https://www.wipptal.at/de/wipptal-erleben/winter/urlaubsangebote-winter/langlauf-opening/