Travel guide Ischgl
From Chapel to Chapel
Ischgl thrives on nature, hiking, skiing, winter sports, and mountain biking – a mecca for active sports enthusiasts. But there is also plenty to discover here!
You will notice the wildly romantic chapels in the surrounding area. The small
churches and chapels can be reached via various hiking trails. A unique mountain panorama will accompany you.
Another attraction is the
Vider Truja Adventure Park at Vidersee. There you can walk along an adventure path and immerse yourself deeply in the legendary nature. Playgrounds, water basins, trampolines, and climbing facilities provide adventure and variety here.
Mountains, Farmers, Art
In addition to beautiful nature experiences, it is worth planning a visit to a museum. Technology enthusiasts should visit the
Silvretta Cable Car Museum. Here you can experience the exciting history of cable cars and see how people used to whizz down the slopes.
Past times also come alive in the
Mathon Farmers' Museum. The first floor of the Walserstube inn displays the rural everyday life of the past. Here you will find a weaving chamber, work equipment, or typical bedrooms of a rural family from that time. The building is also used as an inn where you are welcome to stop by.
On the edge of the village and forest of Ischgl, the
Mathias Schmid Museum invites you. Schmid was a famous Paznaun artist who dedicated his work to the mountains and mountain farmers. In Ischgl, there is also the Mathias Schmid Art Trail. Over eleven kilometers, you will find information boards and impressions of his art and life.
Tyrolean Classics and Multiple Hauben
Typical for the region are the Tyrolean bacon dumplings, which are very popular with guests. Knödln, Nudln, Plenten (polenta), and Nockn are considered the four Tyrolean elements in cooking.
Near your private holiday apartment in Ischgl, you will also find some Haubenlokale (award-winning restaurants). These include the Paznauerstube, the Schlossherrnstube, the Stüva Restaurant, and the Stiar Restaurant.
Over 200 kilometers of slopes
A
ski holiday in Ischgl is most popular. Over 230 kilometers of slopes and 45 lift and cable car facilities ensure great winter sports enjoyment from late November to early May. The
Silvretta Arena Ischgl / Samnaun was not chosen among the top 10 best alpine ski resorts for nothing.
From the landlords of your holiday apartment in Ischgl, you will receive the free
Silvretta Card all inclusive. The card includes various inclusive services, such as free use of public transport, cable and chair lifts, or free admission to outdoor and indoor swimming pools.
A popular hike for travelers with children in spring or summer is the
Walk-of-Lyrics hiking trail. This is an exciting animated path in the Fimbaschlucht with two suspension bridges and sculptures of celebrities who have already performed in Ischgl.
Another highlight for families is the
Wildpark Silvretta in the Mathon district, which is located on the valley hiking trail. Here you can say hello to deer, stags, ibex, marmots, or black grouse and visit the petting zoo.
Top Stars in Little Ischgl
Ischgl offers a special highlight for mountain bikers. With the mountain railways, you can reach an altitude of around 2,800 meters and use a tour network of more than 1,200 kilometers. The highlight is the
Ironbike in Ischgl This is only suitable for real mountain bike professionals with TOP condition & technique. It is considered the toughest MTB event in the Tyrolean Alps.
In winter, the village is not only suitable for skiing and snowboarding. Tobogganing also has a long tradition here. The Ischgl night toboggan run is one of the longest and most famous toboggan runs in the Alps, which you should not miss during your stay there.
The 40-kilometer-long
cross-country ski trail network is also impressive and delights cross-country skiers from all over the world. The trails around
St. Anton am Arlberg have been awarded the Tyrolean Cross-Country Ski Trail Quality Seal.
If you want to party, Ischgl is also the perfect place, as the small village is considered the cradle of
après-ski. There are numerous huts and snow bars in the ski area and bars in the village where you can celebrate in a fun and lively atmosphere. Don't miss the season finale, the "Top of the Mountains" concert!
