Social Programme

An attractive social programme will be available, as the venue is located in the city center. One may enjoy winter(sports) in the Austrian Alps or explore the Swarowski Crystal World in the nearby city of Wattens.

Alpine Skiing

A complimentary shuttlebus service will be available in the afternoons to transfer interested participants to the "Axamer Lizum". Please indicate in the travel form if you would like to rent skiing gear. Further, electronic half-day ski tickets valid from 1-4 pm at the Axamer Lizum can be purchased in cash (Euros only) on a daily basis at the hotel reception desk. The discounted rate for participants is EURO TBA (incl. € 2 refundable deposit) per half-day. Private skiing lessons for beginners are possible - please contact "Ski und Snowboard Schule Innsbruck"!

Guest Bobsleigh at the Olympic Bobsleigh Track Igls

We plan an excursion to the Olympic bobsleigh track in Innsbruck Igls. A professional pilot will take up to 5 people in the competition bobsleigh from the ladies start down, reaching speeds of up to 80 km/h. Be thrilled by the speed and enjoy a fast ride covering an 800 m (2400 feet) altitude change.

Note that you do not need special shoes but are requested to bring gloves. Helmets will be provided.

The cost of this excursion is EURO TBA (incl. shuttle to the track). Departure from the hotel at 12:50 pm, return approximately 4.00 pm.

You may register in the travel form (online for accepted participants in January 2018). Please note that your registration for this excursion is binding!

Payment is due upon registration in Innsbruck (€ cash only). Thank you!

Minimum attendance: 40 people!
Maximum attendance: 100 people (first come first serve!)!

Ski Rental

The ski rental "Die Börse" located in Innsbruck can be used to rent ski equipment. On March 6 & 7, we provide a free shuttle service to the ski rental shop. The equipment can be stored in the hotel (special room) during the whole course. Please indicate in the travel form if you would like to rent skiing gear.

Swarovski Crystal World:

A daily bus leaves from Innsbruck to the Swarowski Crystal World in Wattens at 1 pm and 3 pm (30 min. ride). The “Swarovski Crystal World” - package at the rate of EURO TBA includes the bus ride and the entrance fee. Tickets can be purchased at the front desk in the Hotel Grauer Bär.