 Poster: A snowHead
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My son is flying in to Innsbruck at midday on Friday at the end of the month and is meeting us in Hopfgarten in the evening. He is keen to get out skiing that afternoon and I know the are a few Innsbruck experts on here. What are his options ? I would guess Norkette would be the easiest and it could be a fun afternoon?
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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Nordkette, Patscherköfel or Axamer Lizum (in order of easiest/quickest to get to). Axamer has the most variety for most people though, but what sort of skiing is he looking for? Nordkette is ideal for easy access to safe avi-controlled offpiste (with some good steeps) or park, but not much else. Patsch is good if you like firm (often shaded) groomers. Axamer has more to explore, and the new park set up there is much more accessible for those of us who can't already cork 7.
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Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
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Good skier but recovering from broken leg and ligaments so won't want anything too radical. Has avy gear, but on his own. How long would it take to get to Axamer from the airport?
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Friday is Tel Aviv flight arrival day. Crazy levels of security.
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Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
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With a car or taxi 20 mins. On public transport you'd have to first get a bus to the main train station (Hauptbahnhof) which takes 10-15 mins, then another ~30 mins (I guess) to the resort.
TBF with public transport you'd also have to almost to the main station on a bus, then switch to another (15-20 mins to both) to get to Nordkette or Patsch.
Nordkette might be a good shout though. Several avalanche protected ungroomed ski routes, and you can't really get lost. Two of them are fairly steep couloirs, one directly under the cable car (hang a left out of the top station and you're right in it). Cool views over the city and igloo bar too, and there'll be plenty of friendly people around to ask for pointers if need be.
I would offer to show him around, but I'm not 100% sure I'll be in town at that point (feel free to PM me nearer the time though).
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Nordkette looks amazing! And the least hassle thanks @clarky999, I'll pass on your details.
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