"The six ski areas have a combined total of over 360 kilometres of slopes, with high-altitude skiing on glaciers, as well as pistes suitable for families and beginners. The ski area is open from the end of October to the beginning of May, with guaranteed snow higher up. The three largest resorts in Otztal are Solden, Obergurgl and Hochgurgl, the latter two being collectively known as Gurgl."
"Solden has a snow-sure record; the first slalom races of the FIS Alpine World Cup are held annually here at the end of October. Starting at an altitude of three thousand and forty metres, on the Rettenbach glacier, this is widely recognised as a challenging race. Experience the black run yourself. Although it is wide, there is a steep gradient, and you can appreciate how fast the athletes will go."
The Otztal Valley in the Austrian Tyrol comprises six ski areas with over 360 kilometres of slopes, including high-altitude glacier skiing and pistes for families and beginners. The season runs from late October to early May, with reliable snow at higher elevations. Major resorts include Solden, Obergurgl and Hochgurgl (collectively Gurgl), while Hochoetz, Vent, Gries and Niederthal cater to families and novices. Solden features more than 146 kilometres of slopes, two glacier areas connected by a tunnel, the longest Austrian run from Schwarze Schneid, and hosts early World Cup slalom races on the Rettenbach glacier. Numerous mountain huts and restaurants enhance the alpine experience.
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