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Skiing in Alpbachtal in Austria

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We are, as you may know, on a ski trip and yesterday we went to the major lift systems here in Alpbachtal in Austria. After yesterday's soft launch we ventured straight up to the top and even Beata, who had never skied before, joined us. The view up there was of course fantastic! And how did it go? We offer a post with many pictures from our trip from the top and down to the valley.

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Great views from the top

We took a cable car up to the top and Beata, who had only had one day to practise on the family hill, said "there's no turning back now". No, you have to get down somehow! But we started by enjoying the fantastic view. Although it was a bit cloudy, it is a dizzying and completely magical feeling to be on an alpine peak, 2000 metres above sea level.

Alpbachtal i Österrike
At the top in Alpbachtal, Austria
Alpbachtal i Österrike
Peter, Beata and Lennart - ready for the descent!
Alpbachtal i Österike
A family in colourful clothes has got into a heated argument at the top ...

Slow journey downwards

Alpbachtal in Austria has a large ski area with lots of different pistes and lifts. The slopes are blue, red or black and there are also specific slopes for those who want to snowboard or 'play' with moguls and special courses.

We made sure to choose blue and red runs and took it slow, mainly for Beata's sake. But honestly, it was quite nice to just glide down at a leisurely pace and enjoy the view. We also made a stop at one of the many bars/restaurants on the slopes to rest our legs and enjoy a beer.

Hornboden
The first bar/restaurant we drove past - although we've heard they have good food here!
Skidor
In the next place, it felt right to rest your feet.
Hjälm med öron i Alpbachtal i Österrike
I keep telling Peter that I want a helmet like this with ears, but he keeps saying "no" for some reason ...

Skiing in Alpbachtal in Austria

It is clear that we are a bit rusty when it comes to skiing, but it works. Even Beata managed to get down, even though she had to make long turns and take many breaks (and sometimes fall over).

I made my worst fall in the lift queue on the first day, and then once yesterday when I was about to start and accidentally hit my own pole. Peter has also made a few falls, and I actually managed to capture one of them in a photo... To summarise: a really lovely day in the middle of the mountains. skiing in Alpbachtal in Austria!

I skidbacken
Beata and Peter with their short trick skis
Skidor i Österrike
I (Helena) on the way down
Skidåkning i Alpbachtal i Österrike
Peter is also on his way down
Ramla i backen
But wait ... what happens now?

Restaurants on the slopes

When your legs get tired (and I promise you they will!), you can stop at one of the many restaurants on the slopes. Here you can warm up with some gluhwein, or why not a beer and a Tyrolean soup with dumplings?

Tyrolsk soppa med knödel och vitkåssallad

Reith im Alpbachtal

We live in a cosy little ski resort called Reith im Alpbachtal. Here you can stroll among cosy Austrian wooden houses, while looking up at the mighty Alps. Here you can also sample local delicacies such as cheese, marmalade, 'fruit syrup' and brandy.

Mysig alpby

Accommodation in Alpbachtal in Austria

There are plenty of different hotels to choose from. We stay at a nice and cosy hotel called Pirchner Hof in Reith im Alpbachtal. This hotel feels a bit like a relaxed mountain lodge, while at the same time being luxurious with a spa, pool and fantastic meals.

Pirchner Hof

Facts about Alpbachtal in Austria

  • Country: Austria
  • Federal Republic of Germany: Tyrol
  • District: Political district of Kufstein
  • Residents: Around 2700 (2014)
  • Location: Alpbachtal in Austria is located in the western part of the country, about 30 miles west of Vienna.

Good to know

  • Temperature: In July (hottest month) the average temperature is 14 °C and in January (coldest month) the average temperature is -10 °C.
  • Language: German (many also speak English)
  • Currency: Euro
  • Price mode: Slightly cheaper than in Sweden

Journey to Alpbachtal in Austria

  • Flight: Det finns flera olika möjligheter att flyga till Alpbachtal i Österrike. Vi reste med Air Berlin, från Stockholm till Innsbruck, med mellanlandning i Berlin.
  • From the airport: We travelled by car from Innsbruck airport to Reith im Alpbachtal, which took about 45 minutes.
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Parts of this trip were part of a press trip. The texts, images and opinions are, as usual, our own.

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