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Pitztal Ski Resort Guide

Pitztal, Austria

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Ski Area Highlights
Recommended ForExpert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski!
Total Piste Length48km
Highest Lift3,440m
Resort Height1,740m
 Nearest AirportsInnsbruck Airport and Memmingen
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Pitztal

Pitztal is a premier ski resort in Austria, known for its high-altitude slopes and stunning mountain scenery. With a variety of runs for all levels, it's a favorite among skiers and snowboarders alike.

 Summary

Located in the Ötztal Valley, Pitztal boasts the highest glacier skiing in Austria. The resort features over 40 km of pistes, ensuring ample space for both beginners and experts to enjoy their winter sports experience.

The ski area of Pitztal comprises the ski slopes of HochZeiger, Pitztaler Gletscher and Rifflsee.

The ski area includes 3 Ski Resorts with a combined total of 48km of downhill skiing, with 40 marked pistes, served by a total of 22 ski lifts. The appropriate Lift Pass allows you to ski or snowboard in any of the ski areas of HochZeiger, Pitztaler Gletscher and Rifflsee.

The ski resort itself is at 1,740m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 3,440m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.

 Notable Ski Runs

The longest possible descent in Pitztal is 5km long.

Snow and Weather

Pitztal is known for its excellent snow reliability, typically enjoying a snow depth of up to 3 meters during peak season. With consistent snowfall and minimal snowmelt, it's advisable to check the latest snow conditions on J2Ski for up-to-date information.

When will it snow in Pitztal?

The next notable snow forecast is 5cm, expected on 2 August.

See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.

Snow this week

Snow Forecast by day for Pitztal
ThuFriSatSunMonTueWed
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2,479m
Snow
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2,369m
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2,519m
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2,589m

Ski Area Stats

Pitztal Ski Area

Piste and Lift Stats
Black Pistes
Expert Trails
 6 8km
Red Pistes
Intermediate Runs
1629km
Blue Pistes
Easy Trails
 9 11km
Green Pistes
Beginner Runs
 1 
Downhill
Total Length
48km
Cross Country
Total Length
33km
Ski Lifts
Number of Lifts
22

Pitztal Altitudes

Lift Heights and Resort Altitude
Highest Lift3,440m
Resort Altitude (Pitztal)1,740m
Lowest Piste1,450m

Ratings & Suitability

Ratings for Pitztal
Expert Skiers
Intermediate Skiers
Beginners
Snowboarding
Snow
Apres-Ski

Skiing

The Pitztal Glacier rises to an elevation of 3,440 meters, providing reliable snow and a long ski season. Key ski areas include the Pitztal Glacier and the Rifflsee, with notable pistes like the 'Zirben' and 'Mittelberg' runs, accessible via the modern lifts such as the Wildspitzbahn and Rifflseebahn.

There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.

Snowboarding

Snowboarders can enjoy the terrain park at Pitztal Glacier, which features a variety of jumps and rails suited for all skill levels. The expansive off-piste areas also offer adventurous opportunities for those looking to explore.

Location and Map

Where is Pitztal?

This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Sankt Leonhard im Pitztal, Imst.

Map

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How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Pitztal is Innsbruck Airport, 60 minutes drive away.

St. Gallen-Altenrhein, Memmingen, Bolzano, Friedrichshafen, Salzburg, Zurich and Munich 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 Pitztal, the nearest major airports are Innsbruck and Munich, both offering convenient access to the resort. From there, travelers can take a train or shuttle service to the Pitztal Valley.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

The 22 ski lifts are able to uplift 20,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.

Snow Making

Snow-making is available, on 6km of ski runs, with 18 snow cannons.

Season Dates

When is Pitztal open?

We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.

Usual opening is mid September, and usual closing is Mid May.

NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.

Talking about Pitztal

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Aprés Ski

Pitztal offers a range of après-ski options, from cozy bars like the 'Pitz Bar' to lively restaurants such as 'Gletscher Restaurant.' For nightlife, 'Pitz Lounge' provides a vibrant atmosphere to unwind after a day on the slopes.

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