Latest articles about Ischgl

Samnaun's Iconic Twinliner Double-Decker Gondola Gets New Cabins for 2026/27

Michael Fulton

June 18, 2026

Samnaun's Iconic Twinliner Double-Decker Gondola Gets New Cabins for 2026/27

The Twinliner at Samnaun - the world's first double-decker aerial tramway cabin when it opened in 1995 - is getting a full cabin replacement this northern summer. Both cabins will be swapped out as part of a comprehensive modernisation ahead of the 2026/27 season, with the control system and platform doors also upgraded. It's part of a broader €50 million investment program at the Silvretta Arena Ischgl-Samnaun.

Ischgl

Switzerland

Austria

Samnaun

Michael Fulton

June 4, 2026

Samnaun Breaks Ground on New Gondola That Will Reshape Access to the Ischgl-Samnaun Ski Arena

Construction has started on a new 10-person gondola at Samnaun, the Swiss entry point to the cross-border Silvretta Ski Arena Ischgl/Samnaun. The Laret-Champs-Muller lift connects lower-lying hamlets directly to the ski area with a midway station adding flexibility on the slopes. It opens for winter 2027. Here's what's being built.

Ischgl

Switzerland

Austria

Samnaun

Ski Slope Burglary Getaway Foiled by Snow Groomer in Ischgl

Michael Fulton

April 1, 2026

Ski Slope Burglary Getaway Foiled by Snow Groomer in Ischgl

Two burglars who broke into a restaurant and attempted to escape down Ischgl's ski slopes at 2am were caught after an alert snowcat driver spotted them hiding in trees. Austrian police used snow groomers to reach the remote location and apprehend the suspects.

Innsbruck

Tyrol

Ischgl

Austria

Michael Fulton

December 29, 2025

Ischgl Completes Two New Lifts as Austrian Resort Continues Infrastructure Overhaul

Ischgl has opened two new eight-seat chairlifts, including what it claims is the world's shortest heated eight-seater. The Höllbodenbahn and Sassgalunbahn installations mark the latest phase in the Austrian resort's ongoing lift replacement programme, with another project already scheduled for 2026.

Tyrol

Ischgl

Austria

Michael Fulton

May 28, 2025

Silvretta Arena Welcomes 2 Million Visitors for 2024/25 Season

The Silvretta Arena Ischgl/Samnaun has achieved a significant milestone, recording over 2 million first-time visitors for the 2024/25 winter season, marking a return to pre-pandemic levels of success.

Tyrol

Silvretta Arena

Ischgl

Austria

Samnaun

Michael Fulton

May 21, 2025

Ischgl Ski Resort Upgrading with Three New 8-Person Bubble Chairlifts

Ischgl, a popular Austrian ski resort, is investing €50 million to replace three existing lifts with state-of-the-art 8-person bubble chairlifts, enhancing guest comfort and transport capacity.

Tyrol

Ischgl

Austria

Most Ski Resorts Now Shut But It Ain’t Over Yet Folks!

Michael Fulton

April 23, 2025

Late-Season Skiing: Where to Find Snow in May 2025

As many ski resorts close after Easter, some high-altitude destinations remain open into May. Learn which resorts still offer skiing and what conditions to expect for late-season snow sports.

Val Thorens

Les Arcs

France

Ischgl

Tignes

Michael Fulton

April 23, 2025

Ikon Pass 2025/26: A Comprehensive Guide

Explore the options and benefits of the Ikon Pass for the 2025/26 ski season. This guide covers pass types, pricing, and new features for skiers and riders looking to access over 50 top ski resorts worldwide.

Le Massif de Charlevoix

Ikon Pass

Ischgl

Arapahoe Basin

Michael Fulton

March 7, 2025

Ikon Pass 2025/26: New Pricing, Resorts and Benefits Revealed

The Ikon Pass for 2025/26 ski season launches March 13 with price increases, adding Austria's Ischgl resort and unlimited access to Arapahoe Basin. New pass holders gain immediate spring skiing access at up to 17 resorts, alongside enhanced benefits including heli-skiing discounts and brand partnerships.

Ikon Pass

Ischgl

Austria

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