Schattwald in winter: ski resort, cross-country trail and paths on the Wannenjoch

Schattwald offers several clearly distinct starting points for a winter stay: the Schattwald/Zöblen ski resort has 5 lifts and 15 km of ski runs, while there is also a circular cross-country trail and paths on the Wannenjoch. When looking for accommodation for a skiing holiday, it is therefore initially important to decide whether downhill skiing, cross-country skiing or a hike is the focus of your day. The exact location of individual accommodations is not specified.

• The Schattwald/Zöblen ski resort has 5 lifts and 15 km of ski runs.
• The Schattwald circular cross-country trail starts at the car park by the municipal office.
• The circular cross-country trail passes the “Floschen” moor pond.
• The Wannenjoch triple chairlift takes visitors up to around 1,600 m.
• The Smuggler’s Trail starts at the bottom station of the Wannenjoch cable car.
• The Wannenjoch–Iseler hike partly follows a ridge.

Distinguishing ski runs, the cross-country trail and mountain paths

The ski resort has 5 lifts and 15 km of ski runs; this alone does not indicate whether it is suitable for beginners or advanced skiers. Those travelling with different levels of ability should therefore understand these figures as the extent of the facilities and also check the specific distribution of the slopes. A circular cross-country trail is independent of this: it represents a separate cross-country route and not another ski run in the resort.

The Wannenjoch cable car also serves a different purpose from the lifts in the ski resort. The Wannenjoch triple chairlift takes visitors up to around 1,600 m and is the starting point for varied hikes. The Smuggler’s Trail starts at the bottom station of the Wannenjoch cable car and runs between the Wannenjoch and the Iseler along a former smuggling route near the border. On the Wannenjoch–Iseler hike, part of the route follows a ridge; the border between Austria and Germany runs between the Wannenjoch and the Bscheißer.

For further destination comparisons, you can also view Boden, Plansee, Hinterbichl, Tannheim, Wängle, Ehenbichl, Jungholz and Elmen.

FAQ

What is special about the parish church in Schattwald?

Under the gallery is a Dance of Death consisting of twelve panels by Anton Falger from 1831. It complements the winter sports offerings with a specific art-historical and cultural destination in the village.

Which buildings and structures are listed as historic monuments?

The parish church of Schattwald, its cemetery wall and the former war chapel are protected as historic monuments. The former war chapel is now referred to as a mortuary chapel.

What Roman trace is there in Schattwald?

A Roman coin found near the parish church in 1972 is cited as evidence that Schattwald served at least as a transit area as early as Roman times. This wording describes a historical classification, not a fully documented settlement history.

What is known about the earlier history of the church?

A chapel in Schattwald was mentioned as early as around 1500. It was enlarged in the 17th century and elevated to a benefice church dedicated to Saint Wolfgang in 1699. The present parish church thus combines a sacred building with a local history dating back to around 1500.

What does the “Plitsch Platsch” adventure playground offer?

The adventure playground has a large sand play area as well as a pond with a water wheel and fountain. It therefore offers families another place to spend time; this does not imply anything about childcare or specific suitability for particular age groups.

For the overarching travel overview: Reutte District.