Feistritz - Petzen Ski Resort Guide
Feistritz - Petzen, Austria
| Total Piste Length | 13km 8 miles |
|---|---|
| Highest Lift | 1,900m 6,234ft |
| Resort Height | 700m 2,297ft |
| Nearest Airports | Klagenfurt and Graz |
Feistritz - Petzen
Feistritz-Petzen offers a family-friendly ski experience with diverse terrain. Enjoy well-groomed slopes and stunning alpine scenery.
Summary
Located in Carinthia, Feistritz-Petzen is a hidden gem for skiers and snowboarders alike. With its welcoming atmosphere and variety of runs, it caters to all skill levels.
The ski area of Feistritz - Petzen is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 700m 2,297ft , with 13km 8 miles of marked runs.
Feistritz - Petzen has direct access to 13km 8 miles of downhill skiing, with 4 marked pistes, served by a total of 6 ski lifts.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Feistritz - Petzen is 8km 5 miles long.
Partner Offers
Snow and Weather
Feistritz-Petzen enjoys reliable snow conditions, with typical snow depths of 50-150 cm during the season. For the latest snow information and updates, visitors are encouraged to check J2Ski.
When will it snow in Feistritz - Petzen?
The next notable snow forecast is 1cm 1in , expected on 18 November.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
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Ski Area Stats
Feistritz - Petzen Ski Area
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 2 | 8km 5 miles |
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| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 2 | 5km 3 miles |
| Downhill Total Length | 13km 8 miles | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 60km 37 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 6 | |
Feistritz - Petzen Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 1,900m 6,234ft |
|---|---|
| Lowest Piste | 700m 2,297ft |
| Resort Altitude (Feistritz - Petzen) | 700m 2,297ft |
| Max Vertical | 1,200m 3,937ft |
Skiing
The Petzen mountain range features over 25 kilometers of skiable terrain, with elevations reaching 1,700 meters. Notable pistes include the challenging 'Zirbenpiste' and the family-friendly 'Panorama', accessible via the Petzenbahn and the Gipfelbahn lifts.
There is skiing to suit a range of abilities.
Ski Lessons in Feistritz - Petzen

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Feistritz - Petzen Ski Schools and Feistritz - Petzen Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders can enjoy a dedicated terrain park at Petzen with various obstacles and jumps. The park provides a fun environment for both beginners and experienced riders.
Location and Map
Where is Feistritz - Petzen?
This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Feistritz ob Bleiburg, Völkermarkt.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Feistritz - Petzen is Klagenfurt, 37 minutes drive away.
Graz, Ljubljana, Trieste and Salzburg airports are all within three hours drive.
Klagenfurt is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Feistritz-Petzen is easily accessible, located approximately 40 km from Klagenfurt Airport and around 50 km from Ljubljana Airport. The scenic routes through the Julian Alps make for a picturesque drive.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The six ski lifts are able to uplift 4,500 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, with 18 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Feistritz - Petzen open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, unwind at cozy spots like the 'Almhütte' for traditional fare and drinks. For nightlife, check out 'Nachtclub Petzen', which features live music and dancing.