Ski holidays or day trips to the resort of Galtur. Galtur is 10km further along the valley from Ischgl.
The ski holiday resort of Galtur is located some 10km further along the valley than Ischgl and has a higher altitude. Galtur is linked to Ischgl by a free ski bus and is included on the regional card, along with Ischgl and Samnaun.
Galtur offers a more relaxed ski area than Ischgl with fewer visitors and less pressured pistes running back to the village. Galtur is a resort that is well suited to families and the resort village is less built-up than Ischgl. The village in fact spreads widely across the valley floor and along the river that divides the skiing from the accommodation. Unlike Ischgl where the skiing is obscured from view in the village, the skiing is clearly visible for the village and the beginners area is very well located just across the river, offering great access from Galtur. The skiing in Galtur is well suited to beginners and intermediate skiers and boarders and is ideal for families, especially those wanting to escape the crowds of Ischgl, either for the day or longer. Equally, the village of Galtur offers great tranquility compared to Ischgl and a base in Galtur with days spent skiing Ischgl could be a good alternative.
