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Saalbach Hinterglemm General Overview
I remember the old
days of visiting Saalbach-Hinterglemm. This was
way back in the early stages of Euro Ski. In
1978 in fact. Then there seemed to be a
difference. Saalbach came to the fore as the
flash, sophisticated swinger, while Hinterglemm
was the more down to earth partner. No plain
Jane mind, but certainly the less flash of the
two.
Now I don't know. Where does one begin and the
other end. As the saying goes, that was then and
this is now. So if you choose to visit these
resorts in 1997, here's what you can expect.
These resorts are now, for all intents and
purposes, as one.
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The four kilometer stretch of road is completely
developed, and there is no discernible point
where one resort stops and the other starts.
Where once there were wide open spaces, now
there are hotels and shops. Where once cows
grazed, skiers hustle about eager for the start
of a new day on the slopes.
And speaking of slopes, there is a tremendous
ski selection in Saalbach Hinterglemm. Spread
out from the very start of the valley, as far as
the eye can see, and on both sides of the
highway are slopes of every size, shape and
color. Wide open spaces where skiers can cruise
to their heart's content are interwoven all over
the mountain side. Even not-too-talented skiers
can look good here, and not scare themselves to
bits while they are at it. Better skiers will
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There is enough challenge to suit most people,
and if conditions permit there are plenty of
powder possibilities. Saalbach is the more wide
open and forgiving in ski run terms, whilst
Hinterglemm offers more challenge. A splendid
lift system makes it possible to ski from one to
the other with ease. It is also possible to ski
to the resorts on the other side of the mountain
down to the village of Leogang. We suggest that
you undertake this with a ski school group or a
guide.
The area has
excellent cross country possibilities, and if ski touring is
your idea of fun, I can think of no better place to enjoy your
sport. For night owls Saalbach is the more sophisticated and has
the wider variety. Hinterglemm has a more "down home"
atmosphere, with lots of small pubs and restaurants. Neither is
inexpensive. But as we have said on numerous occasions. You get
what you pay for. |
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