School Ski Trips to Gerlitzen
Gerlitzen is an ideal ski resort for beginners and improving skiers, making it a perfect choice for school ski trips. The resort has excellent areas for beginners to practise their skills, as well as safe runs and well-groomed slopes.
Translated from "Fire Mountain," Gerlitzen is a mountain just under 2,000 metres and is renowned for being one of Austria's best vistas. From the top, the ski resort lies at your feet, and you can ski down in all directions, offering a unique and memorable experience.
Why Gerlitzen is an excellent choice for a school ski trip
Gerlitzen has a modest altitude and the winter sports area is situated between the elevations of 1,000m and 1,911m. This ski resort is ideal for school trips and beginners because:
- Slopes are wide and safe, making it perfect for beginners. The resort has a generous 13.1km of beginner slopes and practice lifts near the base. The slopes are well-manicured and are an ideal environment for students to build confidence.
- Après ski activities to enjoy
- Gerlitzen is known for having some of Austria's best views. From the summit, your students can enjoy a 360-degree panorama of the surrounding area before skiing back down.
Substantial investment has been made to produce artificial snow, meaning that Gerlitzen is usually open from early December until late April.
Prices start from £1409pp
Price includes
- Executive coach transport from & to school & throughout your trip
- Channel crossing
- 6 nights' full board accommodation including evening meal on last day
- 6-day ski equipment hire including helmets
- 6-day lift pass
- Ski school lessons 4 hrs instruction per day for 6 days, 1 to 12 ratio
- Services of an NST Ski Rep
- 'In-house’ evening entertainment programme
- Après ski pre-booking service
- 1 in 8 free place ratio
- Group travel winter sports insurance
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Gerlitzen details
The Gerlitzen ski resort offers a fantastic range of terrain for all ability levels, making it an ideal choice for a student ski trip where progression and safety are the top priorities.
Facts
- Inclusive lift pass: 6 days Gerlitzen pass
- Lifts to: 1911m
- Total number of lifts: 18
- Marked pistes: 42km
- Longest run: 3.5km
- Ski bus included: Yes
- Lift pass photo required: No
- Snow cannon coverage: 100%
Ski Runs at Gerlitzen
- Blue runs: 10
- Red runs: 13
- Black runs: 2
The main gondola is from Annenheim, at 520m it goes to Kanzelhohe, the middle station where you can find the ski school offices, restaurants and a solar observatory.
Popular accommodation options in Gerlitzen
Gasthof Laggner
A traditional Austrian Gasthof in the small village of Steindorf, which lies on the banks of the Ossiacher Lake in Carinthia. The village itself has a small number of shops and bars / restaurants and a couple of supermarkets as well as a cinema and a large indoor ice stadium. The larger town of Villach is not far from here and worth an evening visit.
Gasthof Laggner
A traditional Austrian Gasthof in the small village of Steindorf, which lies on the banks of the Ossiacher Lake in Carinthia. The village itself has a small number of shops and bars / restaurants and a couple of supermarkets as well as a cinema and a large indoor ice stadium. The larger town of Villach is not far from here and worth an evening visit.
Après-ski and evening activities at Gerlitzen
The Gerlitzen ski resort is not only an excellent place for skiing, but it also offers a fantastic range of evening activities, with many options available in the nearby towns of Villach and Bodensdorf.
- Ice hockey (to watch): Watch a thrilling local ice hockey match in Villach.
- Shopping: Explore the shops and cafés in the larger town of Villach, which is just a short trip from the resort.
- Austrian bowling: Enjoy a classic Austrian bowling night in Bodensdorf, a popular and fun activity for students.
- Thermal spa: Available in nearby towns like Villach, offering a great way to relax and soothe tired muscles after a day on the slopes.
- Pizza night: Enjoy a classic pizza night out at a traditional pizzeria in Tarvisio, Treffen, or Villach.
In this area, it is also possible for you to arrange visits to Italy or Slovenia, whose borders are nearby. In addition, there is the town of Treffen at the foot of Gerlitzen, which is one of the most important Roman sites in Carinthia, with many Roman remains.
FAQs
Why is Gerlitzen a great destination for a school ski trip?
Gerlitzen is one of Austria’s most popular school ski trip destinations, offering excellent snow conditions, modern facilities and spectacular lake and mountain views. Its wide, well-maintained slopes create an ideal environment for students to learn, progress and build confidence on the snow, at one of Austria's best vistas.
What skiing experience can students expect at Gerlitzen?
The resort offers a broad range of slopes suitable for beginners, intermediates and more experienced skiers. Wide nursery areas and cruisy blue and red runs make skill progression straightforward, while advanced students can enjoy more challenging terrain across the mountain.
How does a school ski trip to Gerlitzen benefit students?
A school ski trip helps students develop resilience, independence and teamwork while learning a new sport. Daily skiing encourages goal setting, perseverance and confidence, creating rewarding experiences both on and off the slopes. These shared achievements often have a lasting impact long after the trip ends.
What is included in the NST Gerlitzen ski trip package?
The package includes return coach travel, channel crossings, 6 nights' full board accommodation, 6-day lift passes, ski equipment hire and helmet hire. Students also receive 4 hours of daily ski instruction from qualified instructors, while travel insurance and a generous free place ratio help support teachers with planning and budgeting.
What support do teachers receive during the trip?
NST provides dependable support throughout the entire school ski trip, from the initial planning stages to the journey home. All key arrangements are organised in advance, with experienced ski instructors, an NST Ski Rep and resort staff supporting students throughout their time on the slopes. This allows teachers to focus on student wellbeing and enjoyment.
Why is Gerlitzen suitable for both beginner and experienced skiers?
Gerlitzen offers a balanced mix of gentle learning areas and more demanding runs, making it suitable for mixed-ability school groups. Students can progress at their own pace while remaining challenged and engaged. This flexibility helps ensure every student gets the most from their ski trip experience.
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