Why Ischgl is Highly Rated for Advanced Skiers

Ischgl has secured the gold award for Best Ski Resorts for Advanced Skiers with a well-deserved 4.74/5.00 rating thanks to its exceptional challenging terrain and technical prowess. Experienced skiers rave about the resort's demanding slopes, with Ben, an advanced skier, highlighting the "v.v steep run - 14a" as a standout feature. The mountain boasts an impressive variety of challenging pistes that push even expert riders to their limits. Pete, an expert skier, notes that "the Piz Val Gronda cable car opened up a huge free ride area, which adds to the already numerous off-piste lines," providing advanced skiers with endless opportunities to test their skills. The resort's high altitude ensures consistent snow conditions even late in the season, making it a reliable destination for those seeking serious skiing.

The technical aspects of Ischgl's runs are what truly set it apart for advanced and expert skiers. Isabel, an expert skier, praises the "good amount of challenging pistes for advanced skiers and really good off-piste and tree runs," while Claire points out the "more challenging off Greitspitze and Palinkopf" areas. One Snomad community member liked that even after significant snowfall, "there were still plenty of fresh tracks to be made even under some of the main lifts." The demanding conditions are complemented by an efficient lift system that enables quick access to the most challenging terrain. Sam, who spent an entire season there, describes it as "an advanced skiers paradise with almost 300km of piste," while Emma recommends avoiding only the runs into town which get "moguled up" toward day's end. For serious skiers seeking a true test of their abilities, Ischgl delivers on every level.

Want to take your skiing up a level? Read our full resort guide to see how Ischgl stacks up across all 20 of our community-rated categories!