Ski resorts in Tyrol — compare 51 ski areas

The Achensee ski area in Tyrol consists of several small, friendly ski areas such as Christlum (with {ski_area_km} km of slopes), Zwölferkopf (12 km), and Rofan (11 km), ideal for families and beginners, supplemented by {ski_area_km} km of cross-country ski trails and 150 km of winter hiking trails. The free ski bus connects the villages and ski areas around the lake, which is characterized by a relaxed atmosphere without much après-ski.

Axamer Lizum is a snow-sure, high-altitude ski resort near Innsbruck, Austria, known for its broad slopes for all levels, Olympic history (1964 & 1976), and snow reliability from late November to April, featuring intermediate runs, a fun park (Golden Roofpark), extensive freeride areas (Kalkkögel), and panoramic views, making it ideal for families, freestylers, and advanced skiers.

Bergeralm is a compact, versatile ski resort in Austria's Wipptal Valley, ideal for families with children and experienced winter sports enthusiasts alike. It boasts {ski_area_km} km of slopes for all levels, including a floodlit toboggan run, fun parks, and a wide range of night skiing options. Situated at an altitude of between 1,048 and 2,180 meters, the area is known for its reliable snow conditions and welcoming atmosphere, with a manageable ski area where everything converges at the middle station.

Bergwelt Hahnenkamm is a relatively small but snow-sure ski resort near Reutte in Tyrol, Austria, with {ski_area_km} km of slopes for all levels, including runs for beginners, advanced skiers, and more challenging slopes for athletic skiers. Besides skiing and snowboarding, it is a popular destination for paragliders, ski tourers, and hikers, and offers spectacular views of the Reutte region and the nature park.

The Buchensteinwand is a 1,456-meter-high mountain in the Pillersee Valley in Austria, known for its large, accessible Jakobskreuz (Jakob's Cross) with a panoramic viewing platform. The mountain offers stunning views and is a popular destination for hikers, families, and skiers. In summer, you can hike along various routes or take the cable car up, while in winter, a ski area with {ski_area_km} km of slopes is available.

Fendels is a quiet, family-friendly holiday and ski area in the Austrian region of Tyrol, situated on a mountain plateau at the entrance to the Kaunertal Valley. It offers access to a compact ski area with {ski_area_km} km of slopes, a longer valley run, and a floodlit slope for night skiing, plus a 4.5 km toboggan run. The area is popular with families and beginners, but hikers and mountain bikers can also enjoy it year-round.

The Glungezer ski area is a small, unspoiled area near Innsbruck, Austria, with {ski_area_km} km of groomed slopes, an elevation gain of 950 to 2304 meters, and one of Tyrol's longest runs (15 km). Besides skiing and snowboarding, it also offers winter hiking, tobogganing, and panoramic views of the Inntal Valley and the Nordkette mountain range. The area is known for its authentic Tyrolean huts and modern lifts, such as the 10-person gondola, and is suitable for families, advanced skiers, and professionals.

Golzentipp Obertilliach is a small, quiet ski resort in East Tyrol, Austria, ideal for families and beginners thanks to its well-maintained, sunny slopes and child-friendly atmosphere. The area offers approximately 12-{ski_area_km} km of slopes with a combination of blue, red, and black runs, plus ski routes, and is served by a 10-person gondola lift. Obertilliach itself is known for its historic village center and is also a popular summer recreation area for hiking and mountain biking.

The Großglockner Resort Kals-Matrei is the largest ski resort in East Tyrol, Austria. Located in the Hohe Tauern National Park, it is renowned for its breathtaking views of the Großglockner, Austria's highest mountain, and more than 60 other three-thousand-meter peaks. The resort offers a diverse ski area with {ski_area_km} km of slopes, suitable for both beginners and experienced skiers, with modern lifts and excellent natural snow reliability. It is a family-friendly area with children's areas, cozy mountain huts, and the culinary highlight of the Adler Lounge, Austria's highest-awarded restaurant.

Gurgl (Obergurgl-Hochgurgl) is a high-altitude, snow-sure ski resort in the Ötztal Valley, Austria, known for its long winter season from November to May and comfortable, modern facilities. The area offers slopes for all levels, from wide blue runs for beginners to challenging black runs for experts. With {ski_area_km} km of slopes, it's an ideal destination for both families and advanced skiers. The two villages, Obergurgl and Hochgurgl, are connected by the Top-Express gondola and offer a ski-in and ski-out experience with many accommodations right on the slopes.

The Hintertux Glacier is Austria's only year-round ski resort, located in the Zillertal Valley. It offers snow fun from October to May on {ski_area_km} km of groomed slopes, plus the opportunity to explore the glacier year-round. Its highest point is 3,250 meters, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding three-thousand-meter peaks. Besides skiing, the glacier also offers Nature's Ice Palace, a fascinating ice world with ice stalactites and frozen waterfalls, and a panoramic terrace with views of the high mountains.

Hoch-Imst is a family-oriented Austrian ski resort and summer tourism destination in Tyrol, Austria, known for the Alpine Coaster, Tyrol's longest summer toboggan run, and its child-friendly character. In winter, it offers a snow-sure ski area with {ski_area_km} km of slopes ranging from 1,053 to 2,026 meters, ideal for families and beginners. In summer, it offers hiking, climbing, and mountain biking opportunities.

Hochkössen is a family-friendly ski resort in Tyrol, Austria, located near the village of Kössen. It is known for its excellent snow conditions and varied slopes for all levels. The ski area offers approximately {ski_area_km} km of slopes, reaches an altitude of approximately 1,800 meters on the Unterberghorn, and is renowned for its outstanding views of the surrounding mountains and the Bavarian Chiemsee lake.

Hochoetz is a family-friendly ski resort in Austria's Ötztal Valley, ideal for beginners and families with children. It offers approximately {ski_area_km} km of slopes, many blue and red runs, reliable snow conditions thanks to artificial snow, and amenities such as the "WIDIVERSUM" children's area featuring the mascot Widi. A ski bus and a shared ski pass provide access to the neighboring, higher-altitude Kühtai ski area.

Hochzeiger is a friendly and snow-sure family ski area in the Pitztal Valley, Tyrol, Austria, catering to families and skiers of all levels. With {ski_area_km} km of slopes, a modern infrastructure with {lifts_total} lifts, a snow park, a funline, and a 6-kilometer-long floodlit toboggan run, it offers a diverse range of activities. The ski area is snow-sure thanks to its location at an altitude of 1,450 to 2,450 meters and has excellent facilities for children, including a children's area and a ski school.

Hochzillertal is a popular ski resort in the Zillertal Valley in Austria, known for its connection to Hochfügen and Spieljoch, a modern lift system, 90 to {ski_area_km} km of groomed slopes, freeride terrain, and amenities such as snow parks, restaurants, and a VIP gondola for early skiers. The area is suitable for all levels, from beginners and families to advanced skiers and freeriders, and also offers winter hiking trails and a child-friendly environment.

The Nordkette ski area near Innsbruck, Austria, is a unique, compact ski area located directly above the city, offering spectacular views of the city itself. The area is especially suitable for advanced skiers and snowboarders, with challenging red runs and the steep Karrinne slope for freeriders. Besides skiing and snowboarding, the Nordkette also offers the in-city snow park, a children's area, and is a popular spot for après-ski and sunbathing on loungers.

Kappl is a sunny, quiet family ski area in Austria's Paznaun Valley, ideal for beginners, families, and athletes seeking an alternative to the hustle and bustle of Ischgl. The area offers {ski_area_km} km of predominantly red and blue slopes, a fun park, a 6 km toboggan run, and the child-friendly Sunny Mountain Adventure Park. Winter hiking, cross-country skiing, and freeriding are also available.

The Kaunertal Glacier is a snow-sure glacier ski area in Tyrol, Austria, known for its tranquil atmosphere, guaranteed snow from October to May, and its beginner- and family-friendly atmosphere. The area lies between 2,150 and 3,200 meters above sea level and offers approximately {ski_area_km} km of slopes, including many wide, uncrowded runs, a children's area, and freeride and snow park facilities. The access road, the Kaunertal Glacier Road, is a 26-kilometer-long panoramic road with 29 hairpin bends to the glacier's entrance at 2,750 meters.

The Kellerjoch ski area is a family-friendly ski resort in Austria's Inn Valley, with approximately {ski_area_km} km of slopes and a peaceful atmosphere away from the hustle and bustle. The area offers wide, well-groomed slopes for all levels, from beginners to advanced, and features a dedicated children's area with magic carpets. The Kellerjoch offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and is known for its affordable prices and short queues.

KitzSki is a world-famous and historic ski resort in the Austrian Alps, located in the Kitzbühel region. It is known for its {ski_area_km} km of slopes, the famous Hahnenkamm race on the Streif, and excellent snow conditions. The resort offers varied terrain for skiers of all levels, from beginners to experts, and boasts modern lifts, charming villages, and a vibrant après-ski scene.

Kühtai is a high-altitude, snow-sure ski resort and Austria's highest village, located in the Stubai Alps near Innsbruck. It is known for its ski-in/ski-out accommodations, wide slopes, and a long ski season thanks to its 2,020-meter elevation, making it an ideal destination for families and winter sports enthusiasts who appreciate guaranteed snow. In summer, Kühtai is a paradise for hikers and mountain bikers, with numerous trails and a healthy climate.

The Lienz Bergbahnen provide access to the Zettersfeld and (formerly) Hochstein ski areas, with a gondola to Zettersfeld for both winter and summer activities. Zettersfeld is a family-friendly ski area with gentle, easy, and intermediate slopes, a ski school, and a children's area, while the mountains also offer opportunities for hiking and mountain biking. Hochstein was a separate area but is no longer in operation.

The Muttereralm is a small, family-friendly ski resort near Innsbruck, Austria, with varied slopes, ski schools, and child-friendly facilities, ideal for families. Its unique location near the city, allowing you to ski and shop in one day, and its beautiful forest runs make it a unique destination. Besides skiing and snowboarding, the Muttereralm also offers three toboggan runs for added winter fun.

The Patscherkofel is Innsbruck's "local mountain," a striking peak with a rounded summit and a radio mast. It's known for its ski area with easy to intermediate slopes and a snow park, its historic Olympic downhill run, and the hikes along the Zirbenweg trail. It offers stunning panoramic views, excellent hospitality, and is popular with families and bon vivants.

The Pitztal Glacier is the highest glacier in Tyrol, Austria, located in the Pitztal Valley. The glacier offers year-round skiing, snowboarding, and hiking opportunities, with slopes reaching an altitude of up to 3,440 meters. The area is also known for the underground Glacier Express, which takes you to the ski area, and for Café 3440, Austria's highest café, with panoramic views.

Rangger Köpfl is a family-friendly ski resort and hiking area near Innsbruck, Austria, known for its sunny location and stunning views of the Inn Valley. The area offers {ski_area_km} km of slopes for all levels, a {ski_area_km} km-long illuminated toboggan run, winter hiking trails, and three cozy mountain restaurants. It's an excellent day trip destination, especially for families with children and beginners, and also offers opportunities for après-ski and night skiing/sledding.

St. Johann in Tirol and Oberndorf together form a family-friendly ski area with {ski_area_km} km of wide, moderately difficult runs on the snow-sure north face of the Kitzbüheler Horn. The area offers a cozy atmosphere, many authentic ski huts, and excellent après-ski. Besides skiing and snowboarding, the region is also attractive for cross-country skiers with over 75 km of trails, and for winter hikers with approximately 100 km of groomed paths.

The See ski area in Austria's Paznaun Valley is a quiet, family-friendly ski area with {ski_area_km} km of slopes, ideal for families. Located in Tyrol, the area offers blue and red runs as well as challenging off-piste opportunities and a fun park. See is snow-sure thanks to its altitude and is known for its friendly atmosphere, offering an alternative to neighboring, busier Ischgl.

Seefeld-Leutasch is a region in Tyrol, Austria, known as a fashionable winter sports destination and a mecca for cross-country skiers. Seefeld is a chic village with a vibrant casino, luxury hotels, and shops, while nearby Leutasch has a more rural and tranquil character with traditional villages in the Leutasch Valley. The region offers guaranteed snow on a high plateau, {ski_area_km} km of slopes, and 279 km of cross-country trails, and is known for its active holiday options in both winter and summer.

Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis is a large and sunny ski resort in Tyrol, Austria, known for its over {ski_area_km} km of slopes, reliable snow conditions up to high altitudes, extensive offerings for families and children, and diverse activities such as fun parks and longer ski routes for both beginners and advanced skiers. The area offers a mix of sporting challenges, relaxation at wellness resorts, and opportunities for both winter and summer, with hiking and mountain bike trails for the warmer months.

Sillian Hochpustertal is a small, sunny, and snow-sure ski resort in East Tyrol, Austria, located on the Italian border. It combines Austrian snow quality with Italian charm and is known for its wide, uncrowded slopes on the Thurntal, ideal for families, beginners, and advanced skiers. The area offers a wide selection of red runs, two long valley runs, a fun park, and is an excellent destination for a relaxing winter sports holiday.

Silvapark Galtür is a quiet and snow-sure ski resort at the end of the Paznaun Valley in Austria, perfect for families, with dedicated children's areas and a child-friendly ski school. The ski area offers {ski_area_km} km of slopes, including wide red runs, challenging black runs, and {ski_area_km} km of ski trails, as well as a fun park for snowboarders and freeriders. Besides skiing and snowboarding, the area also offers an extensive network of cross-country ski trails and is a gateway to the spectacular Silvretta Mountains, offering opportunities for freeriding and ski touring.

Ischgl is a snow-sure, luxurious Austrian ski resort that, together with Samnaun (Switzerland), forms the larger Silvretta Arena with {ski_area_km} km of slopes and numerous snow parks and cross-country trails. The area lies at an altitude of between 1,377 m and 2,872 m and is famous for its long, well-groomed slopes, including many red and black runs, and its lively après-ski and lifestyle atmosphere.

Ski Arlberg is Austria's largest interconnected ski area, offering {ski_area_km} km of groomed slopes and {ski_area_km} km of off-piste runs, known for exceptional snow reliability (averaging 9m annually) and a mix of traditional villages like St. Anton and Lech, modern lifts, and diverse terrain for all levels, from beginners to experts. It's considered the cradle of Alpine skiing, combining legendary history with state-of-the-art facilities, including {lifts_total} lifts, fun parks, and gourmet dining.

Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschönau is a large, family-friendly ski resort in Tyrol, Austria, connecting the two valleys of Alpbachtal and Wildschönau. It offers {ski_area_km} km of slopes spread across four mountains, with accommodations and activities for all levels, including beginners, advanced skiers, and freeriders. The area is known for its friendly atmosphere, wide slopes, extensive selection of mountain huts, fun parks, and opportunities for winter hiking, tobogganing, and cross-country skiing.

Skiparadies Reschenpass is the name for the cross-country ski area at the Reschen Pass in South Tyrol, Italy, and is one of the 15 largest and highest-elevated cross-country skiing areas in Italy, known for its 50 km of cross-country trails. The broader "Reschenpass" or "Resia Pass" area also includes several downhill ski resorts that are accessible with the Zwei Länder Skiarena ski pass, such as Schöneben-Haideralm, Belpiano-Malga S. Valentino, Watles, and the Austrian ski area Nauders.

The SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental is a huge, modern ski resort in Austria, with {ski_area_km} km of slopes, {lifts_total} lifts, and 80 slopes, perfect for beginners and family skiers. There are plenty of ski areas and nights, fun parks, and trails on the slopes. It is easily accessible from Munich, Innsbruck, and Salzburg and is located in the Kitzbühel Alps.

St. Jakob im Defereggental is a peaceful, authentic mountain village in East Tyrol, Austria, known for its traditional Tyrolean atmosphere and lack of mass tourism. It offers a beneficial climate and is a base for activities such as skiing in its own ski area, hiking on 2,500 km of trails, and exploring Austria's largest conifer forest. It is a family-friendly destination, ideal for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle and enjoy nature and a peaceful atmosphere.

Sölden is a famous Austrian ski area known for its reliable snow, high-altitude glaciers, and access to three peaks over 3,000 meters (the "Big 3"). With {ski_area_km} km of pistes and two glaciers, Rettenbach and Tiefenbach, it caters to all skill levels, offering everything from gentle slopes for beginners to challenging off-piste runs. The resort also features extensive apres-ski options, the 007 ELEMENTS James Bond Exhibition, and hosts top events like the Alpine Ski World Cup.

Spieljoch in Fügen is a popular family-oriented ski resort in the Zillertal, known for its wide, moderately challenging slopes (approx. {ski_area_km} km) and a quieter atmosphere compared to the larger Zillertal areas. The area offers a long valley run, a fun park, fun slope, and toboggan run, and features modern lifts and the centrally located Mountain-Loft mountain restaurant. For more variety, there is a good bus connection to the neighboring Hochzillertal, which allows the Zillertal Superskipass to provide access to over {ski_area_km} km of slopes.

The Stubai Glacier is Austria's largest glacier ski area and offers guaranteed snow from October to June, with 36 slopes for all levels and {lifts_total} modern lifts, including the long 3S Eisgratbahn. The area is extremely family-friendly, with free skiing for children under 10, a dedicated children's zone, and a snow park (Stubai Zoo). Freeriders can enjoy the powder department, and the area also offers spectacular views from the TOP OF TYROL summit.

The Stubai Valley is a winter sports region in Austria with four ski areas, including Austria's largest glacier, the Stubai Glacier, which offers 100% snow guarantee from October to June. The region is known for its family-friendly environment, with a wide range of slopes for all levels, from beginners to advanced skiers and snowboarders. Besides skiing and snowboarding, the valley also offers other winter activities such as tobogganing, winter hiking, and Austria's largest glacier ski area.

The Tannheimer Tal is a high-altitude, western side valley of the Lechtal Valley in northern Tyrol, Austria, known for its unspoiled nature, crystal-clear lakes, and tranquil atmosphere. The valley offers accessible mountain landscapes for hikers and cyclists in summer and is a popular area for family-friendly winter sports, with beginner slopes, cross-country ski trails, and winter hiking trails. The region offers an ideal combination of active holidays and relaxation, far from mass tourism.

The GenussSkigebiet Venet is a quiet and family-friendly ski area in Tyrol, Austria, with {ski_area_km} km of slopes, a children's paradise, and a snow park for advanced skiers. Known for its breathtaking panoramic views, the ski area offers a good mix of wide, beginner-friendly slopes on the south side and more challenging, snow-sure slopes on the north side, with skiing down to the valley. The Venet is also an ideal location for snowboarders, freeriders, and cross-country skiers and is known for its less crowded and authentic Tyrolean atmosphere.

The Vent ski area in Austria is a small, quiet, and snow-sure high-alpine ski area at the end of the Ötztal valley, ideal for those seeking peace and quiet, families, and beginners. It offers {ski_area_km} km of slopes, four lifts, and an authentic atmosphere without the crowds and après-ski of larger resorts like Sölden. Ski tourers appreciate the numerous off-piste opportunities, including routes to Italy.

The Steinplatte-Winklmoosalm is a family-friendly and sunny ski resort on the border of Austria (Tyrol/Salzburg) and Bavaria, offering {ski_area_km} km of wide, well-groomed slopes, a Steinplatte Snowpark, a Triassic Funline with dinosaur elements, and cozy mountain huts. The area is ideal for beginners, with gentle slopes on the Winklmoosalm, and also for advanced skiers with more challenging runs on the Steinplatte. Besides skiing and snowboarding, there are also winter hiking trails, cross-country skiing opportunities, and a Triassic Park with fossils and a dinosaur theme.

The Zahmer Kaiser is a peaceful, family-friendly ski and hiking area in the Austrian Tyrol, located near Walchsee. It offers approximately 15-{ski_area_km} km of slopes, {lifts_total} lifts, and is ideal for beginners, families, and nature lovers. In summer, visitors can enjoy hikes, a summer toboggan run, a petting zoo, and other attractions in the leisure park.

Ski- & Gletscherwelt Zillertal 3000 is a large, snow-sure ski area in the Austrian Zillertal Valley, connecting the ski resorts of Mayrhofen, Finkenberg, Tux, and Hintertux, including the Hintertux Glacier. The area boasts approximately {ski_area_km} km of slopes, reaches an altitude of 3,250 meters, and offers year-round skiing, including night skiing on floodlit slopes. Besides skiing and snowboarding, there are also numerous hiking and tobogganing trails, and a vibrant après-ski scene.

Zillertal Arena is Austria's largest interconnected ski area, linking Zell am Ziller (Tyrol) with Gerlos, Königsleiten, Wald, and Krimml/Hochkrimml (Salzburg), offering around {ski_area_km} km of slopes, modern lifts, and a high snow guarantee, suitable for all levels from beginners to experts, with highlights including the Arena Coaster, snow parks, extensive après-ski, and family-friendly options with ski schools and kids' areas, all set amidst spectacular Alpine scenery.

The Tiroler Zugspitz Arena is a holiday region in the Austrian Alps, centered around Germany's highest peak, the Zugspitze. It is a popular destination for both summer and winter activities, including hiking, biking, mountaineering, skiing, and cross-country skiing. The region comprises several villages, such as Ehrwald, Lermoos, and Berwang, and offers a wide range of wellness, culinary, and event options for visitors.