Ehrwald Ski Resort Guide
Ehrwald, Austria
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| Recommended For | Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 46km |
| Highest Lift | 2,965m |
| Resort Height | 1,000m |
| Nearest Airports | Innsbruck Airport and Memmingen |
| Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50%  |
Ehrwald
Ehrwald offers a picturesque alpine experience with stunning views. This charming resort is perfect for both skiers and snowboarders of all levels.
Summary
Nestled in the Tyrolean Alps, Ehrwald is part of the Zugspitz Arena ski area, featuring over 139 kilometers of slopes. With a mix of challenging runs and gentle pistes, it caters to every skill level, making it an ideal family destination.
The ski area of Ehrwald is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 1,000m, with 46km of marked runs.
Ehrwald is part of the Zugspitz Arena ski area with access to 30 marked pistes, served by a total of 47 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Ehrwald itself (46km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Zugspitz Arena ski resorts of Berwang and Lermoos.
With ski lifts as high as 2,965m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Snow and Weather
Ehrwald typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 80-150 cm during peak season. For the latest snow reports and conditions, be sure to check J2Ski.
When will it snow in Ehrwald?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Ehrwald.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Ehrwald Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 1 | 2km |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 10 | 20km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 10 | 24km |
| Downhill Total Length | 46km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 60km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 24 | |
Zugspitz Arena Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 2 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 14 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 14 | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 47 | |
Ehrwald Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,965m |
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| Lowest Piste | 1,000m |
| Resort Altitude (Ehrwald) | 1,000m |
| Max Vertical | 1,965m |
Ratings & Suitability
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Skiing
Ehrwald is dominated by the Zugspitze, Germany's highest peak, reaching 2,962 meters. The resort features several ski areas, including the Ehrwalder Alm, which offers a variety of pistes such as the popular 'Schneekristall' run, and efficient lifts like the Ehrwalder Almbahn and the Zugspitzbahn.
Ehrwald offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Ski Lessons in Ehrwald
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Ehrwald Ski Schools and Ehrwald Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders can enjoy the terrain park at Ehrwalder Alm, which features various jumps and rails suitable for all abilities. The wide slopes and off-piste options also provide ample opportunities for free riding.
Location and Map
Where is Ehrwald?
This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Politischer Bezirk Reutte, Tyrol.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Ehrwald is Innsbruck Airport, 60 minutes drive away.
Memmingen, St. Gallen-Altenrhein, Munich, Friedrichshafen, Bolzano, Salzburg and Stuttgart airports are all within three hours drive.
Innsbruck Airport is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
To reach Ehrwald, the nearest major airports are Innsbruck and Munich. From Innsbruck, it's about a 1-hour drive, while Munich is approximately 1.5 hours away by car.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 24 ski lifts are able to uplift 22,743 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 20km of ski runs, with 113 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Ehrwald 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.
Ehrwald Webcams
The Webcams in Ehrwald are not always up-to-date. Please check the date on the image to ensure you are seeing current snow conditions.
Aprés Ski
Ehrwald boasts a vibrant après-ski scene. Popular spots include the 'Mätsch' bar for drinks and the 'Pizzeria Da Salvatore' for casual dining, while the 'Ehrwald Lounge' offers a cozy atmosphere for relaxation.
