Michael Fulton
After four decades of service, Zauchensee's Schwarzwandbahn has been replaced with a modern Doppelmayr gondola system. The new lift triples capacity to 2,300 people per hour and opens mountain access to pedestrians for the first time, addressing what was likely a significant bottleneck in this Austrian resort.
Michael Fulton
Obertauern has issued a blanket ban on uphilling within resort boundaries for 2025-26, citing safety concerns after years of conflict. The decision adds the Austrian resort to a growing list implementing outright bans rather than managed access, despite local guides questioning the safety rationale.
Michael Fulton
Ski Amadé, Austria's largest ski association, announces a significant leadership transition as Dr. Christoph Eisinger steps down after over two decades, with Manuel Schnell set to take the helm.
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