Rifflsee Ski Resort Guide
Rifflsee, Austria
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| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 45km |
| Highest Lift | 2,800m |
| Resort Height | 1,740m |
| Nearest Airports | Innsbruck Airport and St. Gallen-Altenrhein |
Rifflsee
Rifflsee ski resort offers stunning alpine scenery and diverse slopes. Ideal for families and adventurous skiers alike, it promises an unforgettable experience.
Summary
Nestled in the Ötztal Valley, Rifflsee is renowned for its picturesque landscape and excellent snow conditions. With a mix of runs suitable for all levels, it attracts both beginners and seasoned riders alike.
The ski area of Rifflsee is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 1,740m, with 45km of marked runs.
Rifflsee is part of the Pitztal ski area with access to 48km of downhill skiing, with 40 marked pistes, served by a total of 22 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Rifflsee itself (45km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Pitztal ski resorts of HochZeiger and Pitztaler Gletscher.
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 2,800m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Rifflsee is 5km long.
Snow and Weather
Rifflsee enjoys excellent snow reliability, typically featuring snow depths of 50-200 cm throughout the season. The region's consistent snowfall ensures a great experience, but for the latest updates, check J2Ski.
When will it snow in Rifflsee?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Rifflsee.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
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Ski Area Stats
Rifflsee Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 5 | 7km |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 17 | 14km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 6 | 24km |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 1 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 45km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 70km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 5 | |
Pitztal Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 6 | 8km |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 16 | 29km |
| 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 | |
Rifflsee Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,800m |
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| Resort Altitude (Rifflsee) | 1,740m |
| Lowest Piste | 1,600m |
| Max Vertical | 1,200m |
Ratings & Suitability
| Expert Skiers | |
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| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
Rifflsee boasts a ski area that extends up to 2,500 meters in elevation, featuring about 30 kilometers of ski runs. Notable pistes include the family-friendly 'Gletscherbahn' and the challenging 'Rifflsee-Abfahrt,' with efficient lifts like the 'Rifflseebahn' providing quick access to the slopes.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Ski Lessons in Rifflsee
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Rifflsee Ski Schools and Rifflsee Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will appreciate the varied terrain, including the fun park at Rifflsee. With features for all skill levels, it complements the resort's offerings perfectly.
Location and Map
Where is Rifflsee?
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 Rifflsee is Innsbruck Airport, 90 minutes drive away.
St. Gallen-Altenrhein, Memmingen, Bolzano and Munich airports are all within three hours drive.
Rifflsee is easily accessible from Innsbruck Airport, about 80 km away, with scenic routes leading through the Ötztal Valley. Alternatively, you can reach the resort via train to Ötztal Bahnhof, followed by a short bus ride.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The five 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 Rifflsee open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is early December, and usual closing is Early April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, unwind at the cozy 'Panorama Restaurant' or enjoy drinks at 'Rifflsee Bar.' These spots provide a vibrant atmosphere to relax and socialize.
