Igls is a charming village, boasting the typical warmth and friendly locals of the Tyrolian area of Austria. Located jyst 4km from Innsbruck, the resort sits on a sunny plateau at the foot of Patscherkgel Mountain.
CHILDREN The resort offers a snow kindergarten suitable for children aged 4 years and over.
OTHER ACTIVITIES The Igls/Patscherkofel ski area offers skiers 14km of alpine ski slopes, and 6-day ski passes can be bought in advance via the local tourist office or in resort. Children under 6 years ski free of charge when accompanied by a paying parent.
The wider Innsbruck Glacier lift pass allows skiers access to the 280km that make up 8 different ski domains: Seegrube-Nordkette, Patscherkofel, Glungezer, Schlick, Axamer Lizum, Kuhta, Rangger Kopfl and the Stubaier Gletscher glacier, all of which are linked by a free shuttle bus service.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION Igls is a well-equipped resort, offering all necessary amenities including local shops, a range of bars and restaurants, nightclubs, and a doctors and pharmacy. All information provided in these pages is intended for guidance purposes only and holds no contractual value. For further information, please contact the local Tourist Office.
Beauty, authenticity and splendour : 3 words to qualify a country at the crossroads of Europe, ideal for the traveller in search of miles and miles of unspoilt countryside. Austria is made up of 9 provinces set between plains, valleys and glaciers, and offers varied landscapes. All you need is to close your eyes and enjoy the tranquility of its rural setting, fill your lungs with its pure and fragrant air. Whether a confirmed or a leisurely sportsman, come and have a go at mountain climbing, hiking, sailing, windsurfing, diving...And find out why Austria gave birth to so many great ski champions by going down its hundreds of kilometres of slopes in winter and summer alike.
A word of advice from Lagrange : Useful to know, credit cards are not always accepted... When using motorways, make sure you bought the special car sticker available from the border.