Ski resorts in Bavaria — compare 16 ski areas

The Berchtesgadener Land offers a winter wonderland with several small, tranquil ski areas with slopes for all levels, ranging from beginner slopes at Hochschwarzeck to the longest valley run in the Eastern Alps at Jenner. These areas have snow cannons for guaranteed snow, slopes up to 1800 meters, and are ideal for families and winter hikers. The region is characterized by an authentic atmosphere, affordable prices, and limited après-ski.

Brauneck is a popular and modern ski resort in the German state of Bavaria, near Munich. It offers approximately {ski_area_km} km of slopes and is suitable for families and beginners to advanced skiers. The area, with 100% guaranteed snow thanks to artificial snow, is known for its wide, varied slopes and cozy mountain huts, and is ideal for a day trip or a longer holiday. The infrastructure has been recently modernized, ensuring a comfortable experience with modern lifts.

Garmisch-Classic is a versatile ski and hiking area in the German Alps, located near the Zugspitze, with {ski_area_km} km of slopes on the Hausberg, Alpspitze, and Kreuzeck mountains. The area offers runs for all levels, including the challenging Kandahar run for experienced skiers and the Kinderland at the Hausberg for beginners and families. Besides skiing and snowboarding, there are opportunities for ski touring, hiking, tobogganing, and after-ski activities in nearby Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

The Großer Arber is the highest mountain in the Bavarian Forest (1,456 meters) and a popular family and ski resort near the Czech border. It offers varied slopes, modern lifts, and facilities such as floodlit runs, a fun park, and a children's area, and is known for its stunning views of the region.

The Grüntenlifte was a ski area in the German Alps, near the highest point of the Grünten at 1,700 meters, with approximately {ski_area_km} km of slopes. The area was known for its diverse offerings, including open, tree-free slopes near the summit and varied runs among the trees, with a proportion of red runs. However, the ski area was closed.

The Hörnerdörfer ski areas are located in the southernmost part of Bavaria, Germany. The area comprises a total of approximately eighty kilometers of slopes spread across several sub-areas. The Hörnerdörfer ski pass network comprises the villages of Balderschwang, Bolsterlang, Fischen, Obermaiselstein, and Ofterschwang. A ski pass is available that gives you access to all the Hörnerdörfer lifts.

Kampenwand is a ski resort near Aschau im Chiemgau in Bavaria, Germany, with approximately {ski_area_km} km of slopes, divided into blue, red, and black runs. It is a relatively compact area, ideal for a few days of winter sports, characterized by its views of Lake Chiemsee and natural snow. The area is equipped with a cable car and several lifts, and offers runs of varying difficulty for both beginners and experienced skiers and snowboarders.

Mittenwald is a ski resort in the Bavarian Alps consisting of two sub-areas: the {ski_area_km} km-long, family-friendly Kranzberg with blue and red slopes, and the challenging, higher Dammkar, with Germany's longest 7-km-long ungroomed ski trail for freeriders. The area is guaranteed snow thanks to its high altitude and the use of snow cannons, and is also suitable for cross-country skiers and winter hikers.

The Oberammergau ski area in Bavaria, Germany, is a small but child-friendly ski area popular with beginners and families. It spans several areas, including the Aktiv Arena Kolbensattel, Hörnle, Laber, and Steckenberg, with a total of approximately {ski_area_km} km of slopes. Besides skiing, Oberammergau offers many opportunities for winter hiking, cross-country skiing, and other winter activities, as well as a rich cultural offering with historic buildings, wood carvings, and the famous Passion Play.

The Oberjoch ski area in Germany is a family-friendly and snow-sure area with approximately {ski_area_km} km of slopes, located in the Oberallgäu region at altitudes between 1,130 and 1,559 meters. The area is known for its predominantly easy to intermediate slopes, ideal for beginners and families, including a Snowkinderland, but more experienced skiers can also enjoy the black runs and a snow park. Besides downhill skiing and snowboarding, the area also offers opportunities for cross-country skiing, winter hiking, and tobogganing.

Oberstaufen is a ski resort in the German Alps consisting of four separate but well-connected areas: the Skiarena Steibis, the Hündle/Thalkirchdorf area, Sinswang, and Hochgrat. The ski area offers slopes for all levels, with a focus on beginners and families, although there are also challenges for advanced skiers. Snow reliability is further guaranteed by modern snowmaking systems, and the well-groomed, wide slopes ensure an enjoyable experience.

The Ostallgäu ski area is a region in Bavaria, Germany, consisting of several smaller ski areas, ideal for beginners and families, with a focus on family holidays and cross-country skiing. The villages of Nesselwang, Schwangau, Wertach, and Pfronten provide access to these areas, with options for cross-country skiing and other winter activities, such as igloo building in Nesselwang and Pfronten.

Sankt Englmar is a well-known winter sports resort in the Bavarian Forest. Around the charming village are several smaller ski areas where families with children can experience winter sports, but non-skiers will also find plenty to enjoy in Sankt Englmar.

The Spitzingsee-Tegernsee ski area in Bavaria is a manageable and family-oriented area with approximately {ski_area_km} km of slopes, ideal for beginners and families, reaching an altitude of 1,580 meters. It offers modern lifts, including four-person chairlifts, and a Burton snowpark for snowboarders. The area is suitable for skiers who aren't necessarily looking for hundreds of kilometers of slopes and offers cozy mountain huts and floodlit slopes on select evenings.

Sudelfeld is Bavaria's largest contiguous ski area, centrally located near Bayrischzell. It's ideal for both beginners and experienced skiers thanks to its wide, panoramic slopes and extensive investment in modern lifts and snow cannons. The area offers a diverse range of activities, including a SNUKI children's area, a snow park, and the authentic experience of the nostalgic Schwebelift.

The Wendelstein ski area is a challenging, medium-sized ski area in the Bavarian Alps, known for its steep, longer slopes and stunning views, rather than the crowded conditions of larger ski carousels. It offers {ski_area_km} km of intermediate to difficult slopes, with a longest run of 5 km, and is accessible via a modern gondola or the historic cog railway.