Königsleiten Ski Resort Guide
Königsleiten, Austria
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| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders and Snowfall! |
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| Total Piste Length | 160km |
| Highest Lift | 2,300m |
| Resort Height | 1,600m |
| Nearest Airports | Innsbruck Airport and Salzburg |
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Königsleiten
Königsleiten is a charming ski resort located in the Zillertal Arena. It offers a blend of excellent slopes and stunning alpine scenery.
Summary
Königsleiten is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and well-maintained pistes. With access to over 140 kilometers of ski runs, it caters to all skill levels.
The ski area of Königsleiten is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 1,600m, with 160km of marked runs.
Königsleiten is part of the Zillertal Arena ski area with access to 143 marked pistes, served by a total of 112 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Königsleiten itself (160km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Zillertal Arena ski resorts of Gerlos and Zell am Ziller. Königsleiten is directly linked by Ski Lift to the ski areas of Gerlos.
The ski resort itself is at 1,600m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 2,300m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Königsleiten is 8km long and the most difficult run is the 'Falschbach'.
Snow and Weather
Königsleiten enjoys a reliable snow cover throughout the winter season, with average snow depths reaching up to 2 meters. For the latest snow conditions, be sure to check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
When will it snow in Königsleiten?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Königsleiten.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Königsleiten Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 14km | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 102km | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 44km | |
| Downhill Total Length | 160km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 10km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 50 | |
Zillertal Arena Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 14 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 89 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 40 | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 112 | |
Königsleiten Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,300m |
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| Lowest Piste | 1,600m |
| Resort Altitude (Königsleiten) | 1,600m |
| Max Vertical | 700m |
Ratings & Suitability
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Skiing
The resort is situated at an elevation of 1,600 meters, with the highest point reaching 2,500 meters on the Gerlosstein mountain. Notable pistes include the long descent from the Plattenkogel and the challenging black runs, while the Zillertal Arena lift system provides efficient access to all areas.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Ski Lessons in Königsleiten
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Königsleiten Ski Schools and Königsleiten Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will enjoy the terrain parks, particularly the Arena Snowpark, which features various jumps and rails suitable for all levels. The resort's diverse terrain also offers ample opportunities for freeriding.
Location and Map
Where is Königsleiten?
This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Wald im Pinzgau, Zell am See District.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Königsleiten is Innsbruck Airport, 90 minutes drive away.
Salzburg, Munich, Bolzano and Klagenfurt airports are all within three hours drive.
Königsleiten is easily accessible via major airports in Innsbruck and Salzburg. From there, travelers can take a train or shuttle service directly to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 50 ski lifts are able to uplift 75,135 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 35km of ski runs, with 100 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Königsleiten open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is early December, and usual closing is Late April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
Königsleiten boasts a lively après-ski scene with popular spots like the Rosi's Bar and the Zirbenstube. For dining, the Almhütte offers delicious local cuisine in a cozy atmosphere.
