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Why go skiing in Austria?
Varied slopes, high-altitudes, and warm apple strudel - these are just a few of our favourite things about ski resorts in Austria...
Austria Ski Resorts & Ski Areas
- Explore 24 amazing Austria ski areas
- Over 100+ ski resorts in Austria to choose from
- Ski resorts for all budgets, skill levels, and après tastes!
Ski areas in Austria are all about legendary slopes, schnitzel-fuelled lunches, and scenery straight out of a snow globe. Yep. This is a place that knows how to do ski trips right. From the lively slopes of the merry Ski Circus to the family-friendly fun of the glittering Ski Juwel, there’s an alpine adventure waiting for every pow-lover out on these snowy slopes.
Austria’s ski resorts are bursting with personality. Pretty postcard-perfect villages, a smorgasbord of cheesy mountain must-eats, and cheesy pop party après-ski that’ll have you doing the worm on light-up dance floors until the early hours... Whether you’re carving fresh tracks in Saalbach or soaking up the post-ski spas in Sölden, you're never far from excellent snow and even better strudel in Austria.
To get started finding your perfect Austrian adventure, browse all our ski areas and resorts below, or press the search button above. Just remember to pack your dancing shoes... those mountain bars are calling!
Austria Ski Areas
Zillertal ski area
With over 500km of slopes on offer, the Zillertal is one vast winter playground!
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- Total piste KM: 544
- No. skilifts: 180
- Snow range: 580m - 3,250m
- Closest airport: Innsbruck Airport (INN)
Austria ski resorts in the Zillertal:
SkiWelt ski area
One of Austria’s largest linked ski areas, packed with family-friendly runs and scenic slopes.
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- Total piste KM: 275
- No. skilifts: 81
- Snow range: 620m - 1,869m
- Closest airport: Innsbruck Airport (INN)
Austria ski resorts in the SkiWelt:
Ski Amadé: Sportwelt ski area
The central hub of the Ski Amadé ski network. Home of wide, cruisy slopes and vibrant après.
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- Total piste KM: 250
- No. skilifts: 94
- Snow range: 600m - 2,188m
- Closest airport: Salzburg Airport (SZG)
Austria ski resorts in the Sportwelt:
Ötztal ski area
Glacier skiing, high-altitude peaks, and some seriously lively après-ski. Welcome to Ötztal.
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- Total piste KM: 363
- No. skilifts: 90
- Snow range: 1,350m - 3,340m
- Closest airport: Innsbruck Airport (INN)
Austria ski resorts in the Ötztal:
Ski Arlberg ski area
Home to Austria’s largest interconnected ski area and the Alps' longest ski circuit - the Run of Fame!
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- Total piste KM: 305
- No. skilifts: 85
- Snow range: 1,304m - 2,811m
- Closest airport: Innsbruck Airport (INN)
Austria ski resorts in the Ski Arlberg:
Ski Juwel ski area
A real hidden gem blending traditional Tyrolean charm with laid-back, pow-packed pistes.
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- Total piste KM: 98
- No. skilifts: 45
- Snow range: 830m - 2,030m
- Closest airport: Innsbruck Airport (INN)
Austria ski resorts in the Ski Juwel:
3 Länder Freizeit Arena ski area
Crossing into Germany, this ski area mixes scenic slopes with an enchanting alpine ambience.
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- Total piste KM: 163
- No. skilifts: 61
- Snow range: 639m - 1,860m
- Closest airport: Salzburg Airport (SZG)
Austria ski resorts in 3 Länder Freizeit Arena:
KitzSki ski area
Come here for historic charm, miles of varied terrain, and the legendary Hahnenkamm downhill.
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- Total piste KM: 118
- No. skilifts: 58
- Snow range: 800m - 2,000m
- Closest airport: Salzburg Airport (SZG)
Austria ski resorts in the KitzSki:
Silvretta Arena ski area
Ski between Austria and Switzerland across this diverse, high-altitude arena.
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- Total piste KM: 239
- No. skilifts: 46
- Snow range: 1,360m - 2,872m
- Closest airport: Innsbruck Airport (INN)
Austria ski resorts in the Silvretta Arena:
Skicircus ski area
Your ticket to one of Austria’s biggest and most dynamic ski areas.
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- Total piste KM: 270
- No. skilifts: 70
- Snow range: 830m - 2,096m
- Closest airport: Salzburg Airport (SZG)
Austria ski resorts in the Skicircus:
Zugspitz Arena ski area
In the shadow of Germany’s highest peak, this family-friendly funhouse beckons.
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- Total piste KM: 142
- No. skilifts: 49
- Snow range: 740m - 2,962m
- Closest airport: Innsbruck Airport (INN)
Austria ski resorts in the Zugspitz Arena:
Obertauern ski area
Packed with snowy slopes, traditional charm, and larger-than-life après ski.
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- Total piste KM: 100
- No. skilifts: 26
- Snow range: 1,630m - 2,313m
- Closest airport: Salzburg Airport (SZG)
Austria ski resorts in the Obertauern:
Serfaus–Fiss–Ladis ski area
Ski over 200km of perfectly groomed slopes at Austria’s number one family resort.
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- Total piste KM: 214
- No. skilifts: 38
- Snow range: 1,200m - 2,828m
- Closest airport: Innsbruck Airport (INN)
Austria ski resorts in the Serfaus–Fiss–Ladis:
Ski Amadé: Hochkönig ski area
The Hochkönig region charms visitors with stunning views and wide, flowing slopes.
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- Total piste KM: 120
- No. skilifts: 34
- Snow range: 800m - 1,900m
- Closest airport: Salzburg Airport (SZG)
Austria ski resorts in the Hochkönig:
Achensee ski area
Look out over sparkling lake views at the peaceful ski oasis.
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- Total piste KM: 53
- No. skilifts: 28
- Snow range: 940m - 1,840m
- Closest airport: Innsbruck Airport (INN)
Austria ski resorts in the Achensee:
Damüls-Mellau ski area
Grab your ski boots and take a trip to the “snowiest village in the world”.
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- Total piste KM: 81
- No. skilifts: 21
- Snow range: 710 - 2,050m
- Closest airport: Friedrichshafen Airport (FDH)
Austria ski resorts in the Damüls-Mellau:
Großarltal–Dorfgastein ski area
Get away from the crowds with this quiet, hidden gem hidden in the wider Ski Amadé ski area…
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- Total piste KM: 68
- No. skilifts: 16
- Snow range: 849m - 2,033m
- Closest airport: Salzburg Airport (SZG)
Austria ski resorts in Großarltal–Dorfgastein:
Kitzsteinhorn ski area
Austria’s first glacier resort, ski trips to Kitzsteinhorn are nothing short of legendary.
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- Total piste KM: 61
- No. skilifts: 24
- Snow range: 768m - 3,029m
- Closest airport: Salzburg Airport (SZG)
Austria ski resorts in the Kitzsteinhorn:
Ski Amadé: Dachstein ski area
Cross-country trails, panoramic views, and glittering glacier skiing. Dachstein has it all!
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- Total piste KM: 123
- No. skilifts: 47
- Snow range: 728m - 2,105m
- Closest airport: Salzburg Airport (SZG)
Austria ski resorts in the Dachstein:
Ski Amadé: Gastein ski area
Combine a ski holiday and spa retreat into one at the heart of Austria's 'baddest' ski area.
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- Total piste KM: 83
- No. skilifts: 17
- Snow range: 860m - 2,300m
- Closest airport: Salzburg Airport (SZG)
Austria ski resorts in the Skigastein:
Stubaital ski area
Austria’s largest glacier ski area is a haven for freeriders, families, and beginners alike.
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- Total piste KM: 65
- No. skilifts: 46
- Snow range: 1,750m - 3,210m
- Closest airport: Innsbruck Airport (INN)
Austria ski resorts in the Stubaital:
Wildkogel Arena ski area
Ditch the skis to race down one of the world’s longest toboggan runs - wheeee!
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- Total piste KM: 75
- No. skilifts: 20
- Snow range: 820m - 2,150m
- Closest airport: Innsbruck Airport (INN)
Austria ski resorts in the Wildkogel Arena:
Silvretta Montafon ski area
The largest ski area in Montafon blends steep runs, gnarly off-piste, and a traditional alpine feel.
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- Total piste KM: 142
- No. skilifts: 35
- Snow range: 700m - 2,430m
- Closest airport: Friedrichshafen (FDH)
Austria ski resorts in the Silvretta Montafon:
Pitztal Glacier ski area
Austria’s highest glacier ski area offers panoramic views over 3,400m!
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- Total piste KM: 41
- No. skilifts: 13
- Snow range: 1,740m - 3,440m
- Closest airport: Innsbruck Airport (INN)
Austria ski resorts in the Pitztal Glacier:
FAQs about Austria ski resorts
Your questions answered by our Austria ski resort expert
Alexander Blunt (Co-Founder)
What is Austria's largest ski area?
Ski Amadé is Austria’s largest ski area, covering over 760km of pistes across the Austrian Alps. Although not fully connected, a fleet of ski buses and lifts between resorts means a week-long ski holiday could see you exploring the breadth and length of this extensive ski network.
What is Austria's highest ski area?
The Hintertux Glacier is Austria’s highest ski area reachable by lift, allowing the country to enjoy year-round skiing up to a lofty 3,250 m above sea level.
What's the highest ski slope in Austria?
The Hintertux Glacier is home to Austria's highest ski slopes, with runs ranging between 2,500 m - 3,250 m above sea level.
What's the best beginner ski resort in Austria?
Lech-Zürs and Saalbach-Hinterglemm are the top ski resorts for beginners in Austria, both offering gentle, wide nursery slopes, excellent ski schools, and perfect terrain for first-timers.
What's the best family ski resort in Austria?
What are the best advanced ski resorts in Austria?
What are the best high-altitude ski resorts in Austria?
Obergurgl, Hochgurgl, and St. Anton are Austria's top ski resorts for high altitudes, with their upper slopes soaring up to 3,000 m and offering the country's longest ski seasons.
Are Austria ski resorts snow-secure?
What are the closest ski resorts to Innsbruck Airport (INN)?
What are the closest ski resorts to Salzburg Airport (SZG)?
Obertauern, Flachau, Wagrain, and St. Johann are all about 75-90 minutes away from Salzburg airport, making them perfect for short breaks, ski weekends, and family holidays with tiny tots in tow.
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