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Ski Magazine: News

The area between the Ötztal and Pitztal glaciers is to be developed for the merger. — Is the connection of Sölden and Pitztal Glacier falling through? Swinging on skis from the Ötztal to the Pitztal? This idea has been around for a long time. Connecting the ski areas of Sölden's glaciers to the Pitztal Glacier has been under discussion for years, but has been on hold for quite some time. This... read more...

With these rules, ski resorts in North America are open. — USA & Canada: Covid-19 policies in the 2021/2022 ski season Just like in the Alps, ski resorts in the USA and Canada are just starting the new season. Therefore, we have taken a closer look at the Covid-19 strategies of the North American ski resorts. In some aspects, the rules are similar to those... read more...

Hygiene rules also apply in the French ski resorts. — Covid-19 Measures for Skiing in France Not only Austria, Italy and Switzerland, but also the French ski resorts are preparing for the new winter season. Because unlike last winter, French ski resorts will be allowed to reopen in the 2021/2022 season. To ensure that the ski season can... read more...

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Anyone who wants to go skiing in Austria will need a 2G certificate from 15 November. — Ski resorts in Austria: For vaccinated or recovered persons only The Corona situation is getting tougher: In view of the sharp rise in the number of infections, stricter measures will be introduced in Austria from Monday, November 8, 2021. From now on, only vaccinated and recovered persons will have access to... read more...

Ischgl plans extensive corona measures for the 2021/2022 season. — Ischgl: These are the Corona rules for the winter season Good news for all Ischgl fans: There will not be a complete shutdown of the ski season like last year. While the lifts in Ischgl had to stand still in the 2020/21 season, the well-known ski resort in Paznaun welcomes guests again this winter.... read more...

In summer, professional teams are also frequent guests on the Mölltal glacier. — Summer skiing on the Mölltal Glacier Skiing vacations have been cancelled for many this year due to the lockdown. Those who still have some catching up to do or simply can't wait until next winter, can strap on their skis or snowboard in summer too. At the Mölltal Glacier in... read more...

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At Zugerberg, the old double chairlift is being replaced by a 10-seater gondola lift. — Upgrading in Lech Zürs: Two New Lifts at Ski Arlberg In Lech Zürs am Arlberg , winter sports enthusiasts can expect two new lifts in the upcoming ski season. Both the lift on the Madloch-Joch and the Zugerberg will be replaced by modern facilities. After more than 50 years, the two double... read more...

Rising COVID-19 cases: Whistler must close ski area The winter season at North America's largest ski resort stops eight weeks earlier than planned. The resort of Whistler Blackcomb is closed since Tuesday, March 30, 2021. The reason is the sharp increase in COVID-19 cases in the famous ski area,... read more...

The Valisera cable car in Silvretta Montafon is being completely renewed. — Silvretta Montafon Invests in New Valisera Cable Car and Silvretta Park Despite the difficult 2020/2021 season, the Silvretta Montafon ski area is optimistic about the next winter and is investing in a new lift project. The Valisera cable car in St. Gallenkirch will be replaced by a modern 10-seater gondola lift. In... read more...

The planned start of the season in Italy is cancelled once again. — Italy Once Again Stops the Opening of the Ski Resorts The ski season in parts of the country was supposed to start today, February 15, 2021. But on Sunday evening - just a few hours before the lifts were scheduled to open - the Italian government in Rome pulled the ripcord again and extended the... read more...

The ski resorts in Poland are allowed to reopen on February 12. — Back to Normality? Poland's Ski Resorts Open for Two Weeks As of February 12, ski resorts and hotels in Poland will be allowed to reopen. After the infection figures have stabilized somewhat in recent weeks, the Polish government is now trying to slowly return to normality with gradual relaxations,... read more...

The ski resorts in South Tyrol are not allowed to open until March at the earliest. — New Lockdown in South Tyrol: Ski Resorts Postpone Opening The ski resorts in South Tyrol will not open in February. In view of the persistently high infection figures and the spread of new virus mutations, the autonomous province of Bolzano is tightening its Corona measures and once again going into... read more...

The new Kumme gondola lift is the first of its kind in Switzerland. — New gondola in Zermatt runs autonomously Despite the Corona crisis, Zermatt has been busy building again in the past year and has opened a new cable car for the winter of 2020/2021. The ski resort at the Matterhorn has been one of the absolute top ski resorts in the world for years. To... read more...

The ski resorts in Italy will not start operations on January 18. — Turnaround in Italy: Ski lifts remain closed until mid-February A few days before the reopening, everything has changed again: The ski resorts in Italy will not start operations on January 18, but on February 15 at the earliest. This was announced by the government in Rome. The autonomous region of South... read more...

From January 18, ski resorts in Italy are allowed to reopen. — Ski resorts in Italy to reopen in mid-January The lifts in Italy were at a standstill for around two months, but now the ski season is set to start again: from January 18, the ski resorts will be allowed to open. Hotels and restaurants are also open again. Until the opening, the ski... read more...

Skiing is possible in Spindleruv Mlyn since Friday, December 18. — Czech Republic: Ski Resorts Are Open for Locals A little bit of normality for Czech winter sports enthusiasts: The ski resorts started the new season on the weekend. With the help of artificial snow, the first slopes could be prepared in many resorts. Extensive protection and hygiene measures... read more...

Infection figures dropping: Ski resorts in Spain allowed to open While infection figures in Germany continue to rise, the Corona situation in Spain has already eased somewhat. Therefore, the ski resorts in Spain are allowed to reopen under strict hygiene regulations. In some regions the lifts are already... read more...

The Swiss ski areas will remain open. — The Swiss Way: Ski Areas Remain Open While in many countries ski resorts are closed during the second corona wave, the ski season in Switzerland is in full swing. This makes the Alpine Republic currently the only country in Central Europe where skiing is possible. The operators and... read more...

The ski season in North America starts with extensive corona measures. — Covid-19 Policies in North American Ski Resorts While most of the lifts in the Alps are currently closed, the new ski season is starting in North America. But the winter 2020/21 will also look different in the USA and Canada. We have taken a closer look at the corona strategies of North... read more...

Ski resorts in almost all of Europe have to shut down again. — Lockdowns in Europe: Hotels and ski resorts are closing The pandemic continues to rapidly spread throughout Europe. As infection numbers have been rising sharply for weeks, Germany, Austria, France and Italy have decided on a second lockdown for November. Public life is once again being... read more...

Après ski will not take place in its previous form this winter. — Government bans Après-ski in Austria After many skiing areas have already developed corona measures for the next winter, there are now concrete guidelines from the Austrian government. At a press conference on Thursday, Federal Chancellor Kurz, Tourism Minister Köstinger and... read more...

Enjoy the big jumps at Hintertux Glacier. — Betterpark Hintertux: Highest Snowpark in Austria Record in Austria: The snowpark at the Hintertux Glacier is the highest in the alpine republic with an entrance at 3200 meters! It is also the first one to open at the beginning of September, attracting snowboarders and free skiers from all... read more...

From 2021 the Californian ski resort Squaw Valley gets a new name. — Debate about Racism: New Name for Squaw Valley Ski Resort New name for one of the most legendary ski resorts in the USA: Squaw Valley will change its name from 2021. The reason for this is the word "squaw", which is considered a derogatory and insulting term for indigenous women and is already banned... read more...

Falls Creek is one of the largest ski areas in Australia. — Lockdown in Southern Australia: Two Ski Resorts close The Corona pandemic is not over. In the southern hemisphere is the number of cases still rising rapidly. While in South America it is not yet possible to think of opening up the ski areas, the south of Australia is also being hit by a... read more...

Webcam in Valle Nevado: Deeply snow-covered but without visitors. — Lots of fresh snow in the Andes: But ski resorts remain closed Fresh snow as far as the eye can see: Ski resorts in Argentina and Chile experienced a heavy onset of winter with up to 130 centimetres of fresh snow in the last few days. Perfect conditions for the start of the ski season in June. But in times... read more...

The ski areas Engelberg-Titlis, Melchsee-Frutt and Meiringen-Hasliberg are to be connected. — Second Attempt for New Mega Ski Resort in Switzerland Three become one: The three ski resorts of Engelberg-Titlis, Melchsee-Frutt and Meiringen-Hasliberg in Central Switzerland are planning to merge into one large ski resort. As a joint adventure region, the main aim is to boost winter tourism in... read more...

CopenHill is located near the harbour in Copenhagen. — Copenhill: Skiing On a Danish Power Plant Open-air skiing all year round, and all that in the middle of a city? That has been made possible in Copenhagen. On the roof of a power plant, 'CopenHill' attracts keen skiers. Instead of (artificial) snow, the Danish capital banks on... read more...

Across the Border: Ski Resorts in two Countries Skiing in different countries on one day - that's possible! Many mountain ranges do not stop at the national border, so some ski resorts stretch across two nations. We have selected the best skiing areas for you for - in the truest sense of the... read more...

The new 3S-Bahn will connect Zermatt with Italy from 2021. — Despite Corona Crisis: Zermatt invest CHF 60 million Get out of shock and face the future with courage: the Zermatt Bergbahnen are sticking to their plans even in the current crisis and will invest 60 million Swiss francs in two new cable cars over the next two years. And this despite large losses... read more...

The coronavirus situation in US and Canadian ski resorts The increased spread of the coronavirus has put an abrupt end to the dream of many European skiing fans to explore North American ski resorts. Members of the European Union are no longer allowed to enter the United States. Several states in the... read more...

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Situation in the Ski Resorts On this page we keep you up to date about the effects of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on the situation in the ski resorts, about closed ski resorts and where you can find more information. >> Refresh Coronavirus (COVID-19) Live... read more...

Due to the spread of the coronavirus, Ischgl will suspend its ski operation for this season on Saturday, March 14. — Coronavirus: Ischgl closes ski resort Ischgl becomes the first Austrian ski resort to close its gates due to the coronavirus outbreak. Operation at the ski area will be suspended starting Saturday, March 14, 2020. Tyrol's state government announced the news on Wednesday evening.... read more...

3 Zinnen Dolomites is among the resorts that will close on Wednesday. — Coronavirus in Italy: Ski resorts and hotels close The winter season in Italy will be ended early this year due to the increased spread of the coronavirus. Lombardy and 14 other North Italian provinces have already been cordoned off as high risk areas since Sunday and ski operations have been... read more...

Black Ibex: Austria's new steepest run at Kaunertal glacier Are you up to the challenge? The Kaunertal glacier in Tyrol just opened what is now the steepest groomed run in Austria. The Black Ibex has a gradient of 41.3 degrees which equals a slope of 87.85 percent. This is even steeper than the... read more...

The Albula skateline is about three kilometers long. — Albula Skateline: Ice Skating through the Winter Forest Looking to enjoy winter and its snowy landscapes without having to hike? On Switzerland's first ice trail in the Albula valley, you can explore the wintry forest with skates on your feet. Whether by day or by night, on a romantic date or a... read more...

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Klínovec completes €6 million improvements with new lift The Czech ski area of Klínovec continues its lift modernization with an investment of €6 million in a new chair lift and the improvement of snow-making facilities. We've put together all the new features in the Czech Republic's largest ski... read more...

written by Isabell Sauer

on 19 Dec 2019

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