Ski area Großglockner Resort Kals-Matrei
| Highest point: | 2,422 m | Gondola lift: | 3 |
| Lowest point: | 933 m | Pistes in total: | 44.5 km |
| Altitude ski resort: | 1,312 m |
Pistes:
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9.5 km |
| Lifts in total: | 14 |
Pistes:
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24 km |
| Tow lifts: | 5 |
Pistes:
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11 km |
| Chair lifts: | 6 | ||
Ski area Großglockner Resort Kals-Matrei
In Prägraten, you can find on the outskirts the "Bichl" chairlift, as well as 3 km of beginner pistes, which are ideal for the first turns in the snow.
The approx. 15 km distance of Großglockner Resort Kals-Matrei (933 - 2,422 m), with its 44,6 km of pistes and 14 lifts, makes for biggest ski region in east Tyrol. The former 110 km of pistes head through the new direction of the piste lengths due to the drop line shrinking, but naturally, nothing on the pistes themselves was changed. Countless diverse runs for beginners and ambitious skiers invite you to let loose.
The gondola Goldried starts at Matrei and runs directly to the piste and the 6 person chairlift, Cimaross, takes you up to 2,621 m. Located at the mountain station is a children’s ski park with nursery conveyor belt and igloo. Snowboarders can go wild in the fun park, with slides and jumps!
Mother Nature along with a bit of help (snow cannons) make this ski area one of the most snow sure in the Alps. Those who have enough stamina should undoubtedly test the 11 km long valley run “Goldried” into Matrei. Pros will find challenging, black runs at Cimaross towards Matrei, as well as on the Blauspitze to Kals.
Après ski Prägraten
A toboggan party on one of the Virgen Valley's toboggan runs is lots of fun after skiing. Nature lovers should not miss a guided snow shoe hike with the Hohe Tauern National Park's keepers. The necessary sustenance after a long day's skiing can be found in countless huts and guesthouses, which entice you with regional specialities such as bacon or spinach dumplings.
Later in the evening, the BB Bar is the main attraction for revellers, with trendy music and mix-your-own cocktails. Lienz, which can be reached in less than an hour by car, offers some evening treats.
Snowpark: Sunsite Snowpark, Snowpark Sillian Prägraten
The ski areas of the idyllic mountain resorts Prägraten and Virgen are especially well-suited for small children and beginners.
Should you be looking for more action and freestyle opportunities, you can take the bus to the nearby Großglockner resort Kals-Matrei. Besides 2 snow parks in Lienz and Sillian, you will also find a real risk lover's insider tip, which will make a freestyler's heart miss a beat. Numerous black descents and a funpark, which impresses with its versatile runs, arrange for a large dose of adrenaline to be released into your system.
Further obstacles can be found at the "Sunsite Park" in Lienz. While listening to motivating music you have the opportunity to jump over picnic tables, kinked and stepdown features, as well as to marvel at the cool white from above. There is also a "Chillout Area" where you can leave your cares behind.
Still not enough for you? Then you can pay a visit to the "Snowpark Sillian"! The park at the Thurntaler mountain in Sillian offers a consistent snow quality due to its location at 2,100 m altitude and is perfect for beginners, as well as pros. Pro, kicker, rail, and beginner lines, as well as a jib park with various elements of all levels of difficulty, make sure that beginners and pros will get their money's worth and can go home satisfied after a long day of freestyling.
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