Obergurgl is most visited in the winter months for the ski season. The village attracts skiers and snowboarders looking for family vacations, off-piste powder stashes, a snow-sure vacation and catered ski chalets. Though the area is absolutely stunning during the winter months while covered in snow, unfortunately many fail to see how beautiful Obergurgl is… Read more »
This week we said goodbye to the 2015/16 ski season. Although we will miss the snowy slopes and ski holidaymakers, we are happy that Obergurgl’s spring hiking and mountaineering season has begun! Imagine long and leisurely paths along the Waalweg trails, easy access to idyllic pastures, authentic mountain huts and crystal clear alpine lakes. The… Read more »
If you’ve read our latest post on hiking and mountaineering in Obergurgl, you’ll know that the spring skiing has ended and we are now into the summer sports season. If you’re not ready to put your skis away for the season just yet, you are in luck as there are a few resorts where the… Read more »
Have you heard the news? Up to 50cm of new snow has fallen on the Alps, plunging many resorts back into the depths of winter. Though many ski resorts in Austria have now closed for the season and will be unable to benefit from the new snow, high-altitude resorts like Obergurgl are benefiting from the… Read more »
The Chalet at 11˚ East˚ is truly the perfect place to unwind after a day on the mountain! Enjoy après ski in your own exclusive bar, completely stocked with spirits, beer and a curated selection of fine wine. In order to make your wine selection easy, we have added some recommendations for the most… Read more »
Take part in the spring skiing and end of season Skifinish – Firn, Fun & Fire event from the 12-24 of April. This series of events features guided ski tours, live music, yoga in the Alps, snow-grooming machine rides and much more. Who can resist with a tagline like “firn, fun and fire?” Guests… Read more »
For freeride aficionados, Obergurgl-Hochgurgl or “the diamond of the Alps,” has earned its keep as one the premier destinations for off-piste skiers and snowboarders. Countless back country routes, side valleys, loads of Champagne powder and an uninterrupted panoramic views are just some of the reasons for this great reputation. Recently, I discovered that Obergurgl Mountain… Read more »
When you’re staying at the Chalet at 11˚ East Obergurgl, the perfect day on the slopes ends with the après ski tradition. Imagine your last ride of the day has just completed, you’re tired but exhilarated from a wondrous day on the mountain and your thirst for a refreshing beverage leads you to one of… Read more »
Interesting review of Eddie The Eagle by Arnie Wilson of the Huffington Post. When the colourful Olympic ski jumper Michael “Eddie the Eagle” Edwards got the film distribution company behind the long-awaited movie of his lovable and brave – some would say foolhardy – exploits at the 1988 Canadian Winter Games Olympics, to organise an informal… Read more »
If you’re thinking about a ski vacation in the Alps this winter, undoubtedly you’ll be researching which mountain resort to travel to and where you can count on the best weather. And, if you haven’t already visited the Chalet at 11˚ East you may not be aware of all the reasons to choose the wonderful… Read more »