Lienz Ski Resort Guide
Lienz, Austria
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| Recommended For | Intermediates, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 40km |
| Highest Lift | 2,200m |
| Resort Height | 670m |
| Nearest Airports | Klagenfurt and Ljubljana |
| Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50%  |
Lienz
Lienz is a picturesque resort nestled in the Austrian Alps. It offers a blend of well-groomed pistes and stunning mountain scenery.
Summary
Lienz is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and diverse skiing terrain. With 42 kilometers of slopes and modern lift infrastructure, it's perfect for skiers of all levels.
The ski area of Lienz is in the Austrian Dolomites at an altitude of 670m, with 40km of marked runs.
Lienz has direct access to 40km of downhill skiing, with 20 marked pistes, served by a total of 12 ski lifts.
With ski lifts as high as 2,200m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Notable Ski Runs
The most difficult run is the 'Weltcupstreche'.
Snow and Weather
Lienz typically enjoys good snow reliability, with average snow depths ranging from 80 to 200 cm throughout the season. For up-to-date snow conditions, check the latest information on J2Ski.
When will it snow in Lienz?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Lienz.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Lienz Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 3 | 7km |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 12 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 6 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 40km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 110km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 12 | |
Lienz Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,200m |
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| Lowest Piste | 1,800m |
| Resort Altitude (Lienz) | 670m |
| Max Vertical | 1,530m |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
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| Snowboarding | |
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| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
The Lienz Dolomites soar to elevations of over 2,400 meters, offering skiers access to areas like Hochstein and Zettersfeld. Notable pistes include the challenging black runs and the well-loved intermediate slopes, all accessible via the efficient Hochsteinbahn and Zettersfeldbahn lifts.
Lienz offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.
Ski Lessons in Lienz
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Lienz Ski Schools and Lienz Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders can enjoy a variety of terrain at Lienz, including the terrain park at Zettersfeld. This park features jumps and rails suitable for all skill levels, ensuring an exciting experience for freestyle enthusiasts.
Location and Map
Where is Lienz?
This ski resort is in the Austrian Dolomites in Politischer Bezirk Lienz, Tyrol.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Lienz is Klagenfurt, 110 minutes drive away.
Ljubljana, Trieste, Bolzano, Innsbruck Airport, Salzburg, Munich and Venice airports are all within three hours drive.
Lienz is easily accessible by train from major cities like Innsbruck and Salzburg. The nearest airport is Klagenfurt, approximately 115 kilometers away, providing convenient travel options for visitors.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 12 ski lifts are able to uplift 9,520 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 32km of ski runs, with 53 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Lienz open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is early December, and usual closing is Late March.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, unwind at the popular D’Lienz Apres Ski bar, known for its lively atmosphere. Cozy restaurants like Pizzeria Ristorante da Giovanni offer great dining options nearby.
