Kitzbühel Ski Resort Guide
Kitzbühel, Austria
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| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 158km 98 miles |
| Highest Lift | 2,000m 6,562ft |
| Resort Height | 800m 2,625ft |
| Nearest Airports | Innsbruck Airport and Salzburg |
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Kitzbühel
Kitzbühel is a renowned ski resort in Austria, famous for its picturesque charm and diverse slopes. With a rich history in skiing, it offers something for everyone, from beginners to experts.
Summary
Nestled in the Tyrolean Alps, Kitzbühel boasts over 170 kilometers of ski runs and is known for its challenging terrain. The resort features a vibrant village atmosphere, making it a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts.
The ski area of Kitzbühel is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 800m 2,625ft , with 158km 98 miles of marked runs.
Kitzbühel has direct access to 158km 98 miles of downhill skiing, with 70 marked pistes, served by a total of 30 ski lifts.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Kitzbühel is 7km 4 miles long and the most difficult run is the 'Skiroute Streif Rennstrecke', which is 2km 1 miles in length.
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Snow and Weather
Kitzbühel enjoys reliable snow conditions with an average snow depth of around 80 cm during peak season. Snowfall is consistent, and snowmelt is generally gradual, making it advisable to check the latest snow information on J2Ski.
When will it snow in Kitzbühel?
The next notable snow forecast is 3cm 1in , expected on 17 November, with around 22cm 9in forecast over the next 7 days.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Kitzbühel Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 13 | 23km 14 miles |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 25 | 78km 48 miles |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 22 | 67km 42 miles |
| Downhill Total Length | 158km 98 miles | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 40km 25 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 30 | |
Kitzbühel Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,000m 6,562ft |
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| Resort Altitude (Kitzbühel) | 800m 2,625ft |
| Lowest Piste | 790m 2,592ft |
| Max Vertical | 1,210m 3,970ft |
Ratings & Suitability
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| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
Kitzbühel's ski area includes the Hahnenkamm, which reaches an elevation of 2,000 meters. Notable pistes include the infamous Streif and the Ganslern, while lifts such as the Hahnenkammbahn and the Fleckalmbahn provide easy access to the slopes.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Ski Lessons in Kitzbühel
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Kitzbühel Ski Schools and Kitzbühel Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will find great terrain parks like the KitzPark, which offers a variety of features for all skill levels. The resort's wide runs and off-piste opportunities also make it an excellent destination for snowboard enthusiasts.
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Location and Map
Where is Kitzbühel?
This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Politischer Bezirk Kitzbühel, Tyrol.
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Kitzbühel is Innsbruck Airport, 80 minutes drive away.
Salzburg, Munich, Bolzano, Linz and Memmingen airports are all within three hours drive.
Traveling to Kitzbühel is convenient, with the nearest major airport being Innsbruck, located approximately 100 kilometers away. Regular train services also connect Kitzbühel to cities like Munich and Salzburg.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 30 ski lifts are able to uplift 76,230 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 84km 52 miles of ski runs, with 780 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Kitzbühel open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is early December, and usual closing is Mid April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
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Talking about Kitzbühel
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Aprés Ski
Kitzbühel's après-ski scene is vibrant, featuring bars like the Londoner and Club Take Five, as well as restaurants such as the Gasthof Schütthof. Nightclubs like the Kitzbüheler Nachtclub ensure the fun continues into the early hours.
