St Gallenkirch Ski Resort Guide
St Gallenkirch, Austria
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| Recommended For | Freeriders, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 100km 62 miles |
| Highest Lift | 2,300m 7,546ft |
| Resort Height | 900m 2,953ft |
| Nearest Airports | St. Gallen-Altenrhein and Friedrichshafen |
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St Gallenkirch
St Gallenkirch is a hidden gem in the Montafon Valley, offering excellent skiing and snowboarding options. With its picturesque surroundings and diverse terrain, it's perfect for all levels of winter sports enthusiasts.
Summary
St Gallenkirch boasts access to over 140 kilometers of ski slopes, catering to both beginners and experts. The resort's laid-back atmosphere and stunning alpine scenery create an inviting experience for skiers and snowboarders alike.
The ski area of St Gallenkirch is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 900m 2,953ft , with 100km 62 miles of marked runs.
St Gallenkirch is part of the Silvretta Montafon ski area with access to 141km 88 miles of downhill skiing, with 44 marked pistes, served by a total of 59 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in St Gallenkirch itself ( 100km 62 miles of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Silvretta Montafon ski resorts of Gargellen, Gaschurn, Schruns, Silbertal and Tschagguns.
With ski lifts as high as 2,300m 7,546ft , snow cover is generally reliable.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in St Gallenkirch is 14km 9 miles long.
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Snow and Weather
Snow reliability in St Gallenkirch is generally high, with average snow depths of up to 150 cm during peak season. The area typically sees consistent snowfall, but for the latest conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date snow information.
When will it snow in St Gallenkirch?
The next notable snow forecast is 2cm 1in , expected on 21 March, with around 26cm 10in forecast over the next 7 days.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
| Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
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| Snow to 915m 3,002ft | Snow to 1,038m 3,406ft | Snow to resort | Snow to resort |
Ski Area Stats
St Gallenkirch Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 6 | 7km 4 miles |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 12 | 30km 19 miles |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 13 | 30km 19 miles |
| Downhill Total Length | 100km 62 miles | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 30km 19 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 28 | |
Silvretta Montafon Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 9 | 12km 7 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 24 | 50km 31 miles |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 27 | 60km 37 miles |
| Downhill Total Length | 141km 88 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 59 | |
St Gallenkirch Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,300m 7,546ft |
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| Lowest Piste | 900m 2,953ft |
| Resort Altitude (St Gallenkirch) | 900m 2,953ft |
| Max Vertical | 1,400m 4,593ft |
Ratings & Suitability
| Expert Skiers | |
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| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
The resort is nestled in the impressive Silvretta Mountains, with the highest peak reaching 2,400 meters. Notable ski areas include the Garfrescha and the Versettla, featuring well-groomed pistes such as the 'Nostalgie' and the 'Garfrescha' runs, serviced by modern lifts like the Garfrescha 2 and Versettla Bahn.
St Gallenkirch offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.
Ski Lessons in St Gallenkirch
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see St Gallenkirch Ski Schools and St Gallenkirch Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will enjoy the diverse terrain parks in St Gallenkirch, including the fun park at the Silvretta Montafon area. The park features various jumps, rails, and boxes, catering to all skill levels for an exciting ride.
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Location and Map
Where is St Gallenkirch?
This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Sankt Gallenkirch, Bludenz.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to St Gallenkirch is St. Gallen-Altenrhein, 53 minutes drive away.
Friedrichshafen, Memmingen, Innsbruck Airport, Zurich, Lugano, Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, Munich, Basel and Stuttgart 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.
St Gallenkirch is easily accessible via Innsbruck Airport, approximately 100 kilometers away. Alternatively, you can reach the resort from Zurich Airport, located about 200 kilometers away, making travel straightforward for international visitors.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 28 ski lifts are able to uplift 40,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 56km 35 miles of ski runs, with 50 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is St Gallenkirch 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
After a day on the slopes, unwind at popular spots like the Bar 9 or the Muntanella. For a lively atmosphere, head to the Montafon Lounge, where you can enjoy drinks and live music.
