Ischgl stages the fifth edition of the E-Bike World Championship and it’s open to all. 5 Situated in the heart of the Tyrolean Alps, Ischgl in Austria, is known for its stunning landscape, charming alpine chalets and world-class skiing. However, there’s more to this enchanting destination than just winter sports. In recent years, Ischgl has…
Gurgl, Austria – The ski season is here!
Gurgl – the new joint name for the linked Tirolean resorts of Hochgurgl and Obergurgl – celebrates the opening of the 2022-2023 season with a weekend of fun in the sun. The golden leaves are still on the trees but Gurgl is the first non-glacier ski area in the Tirol – and one of the…
Doing the Eagle Walk in Tyrol, Austria
This 413km trail runs the length of the country from east to west through beautiful alpine scenery. Rupert Parker tackles the first three stages. London has the Lambeth Walk, just one neighbourhood, but Austria goes many times better and crosses the whole country in 33 stages of the Eagle Walk. It’s also a bit up…
Ski guide: SkiWelt, Austria
A little name for a big area – almost 180 miles of piste connecting nine villages full of mostly easy-going skiing. The full name is actually SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser – Brixental, which might be unwieldy but namechecks the two regions that linked up to create this spot. Almost 180 miles of piste connecting nine villages…