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Sillian Ski Resort Guide

Sillian, Austria

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Ski Area Highlights
Recommended ForIntermediates, Snowfall and Apres-Ski.
Total Piste Length45km
Highest Lift2,410m
Resort Height1,100m
 Nearest AirportsInnsbruck Airport and Bolzano

Sillian

Sillian is a picturesque ski resort nestled in the Austrian Alps. With stunning views and a variety of slopes, it caters to skiers and snowboarders alike.

 Summary

Sillian offers a perfect blend of challenging and beginner-friendly slopes, making it ideal for families and seasoned skiers. The resort boasts a charming village atmosphere, complemented by excellent facilities and services.

The ski area of Sillian is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 1,100m, with 45km of marked runs.

Sillian has direct access to 45km of downhill skiing, with 8 marked pistes, served by a total of 7 ski lifts.

With ski lifts as high as 2,410m, snow cover is generally reliable.

 Notable Ski Runs

The longest possible descent in Sillian is 8km long and the most difficult run is the 'Gratabfahrt', which is 5km in length.

Snow and Weather

Sillian typically enjoys a solid snow depth, with average snowfall reaching up to 2 meters during the winter season. Snowmelt is generally gradual, ensuring good skiing conditions; check J2Ski for the latest snow reports.

When will it snow in Sillian?

There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Sillian.

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

Snow this week

Snow Forecast by day for Sillian
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Ski Area Stats

Sillian Ski Area

Piste and Lift Stats
Black Pistes
Expert Trails
 2 9km
Red Pistes
Intermediate Runs
 4 18km
Blue Pistes
Easy Trails
 3 
Green Pistes
Beginner Runs
 1 
Downhill
Total Length
45km
Cross Country
Total Length
220km
Ski Lifts
Number of Lifts
7

Sillian Altitudes

Lift Heights and Resort Altitude
Highest Lift2,410m
Lowest Piste1,100m
Resort Altitude (Sillian)1,100m
Max Vertical1,310m

Ratings & Suitability

Ratings for Sillian
Intermediate Skiers
Beginners
Snowboarding
Snow
Apres-Ski

Skiing

The resort is part of the Hochpustertal ski area, featuring over 40 kilometers of slopes ranging from 1,100 to 2,400 meters in elevation. Notable pistes include the Blue 7 and Red 6, while the Sillian lift system includes modern gondolas and chairlifts for easy access.

Sillian offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.

Ski Lessons in Sillian

Find a Ski Instructor

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Sillian Ski Schools and Sillian Ski Instructors.

Snowboarding

Snowboarders will appreciate the well-maintained terrain parks, including the Funpark Sillian with its diverse obstacles and jumps. The resort also features plenty of off-piste opportunities for those looking for adventure.

Location and Map

Where is Sillian?

This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Politischer Bezirk Lienz, Tyrol.

Map

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How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Sillian is Innsbruck Airport, 110 minutes drive away.

Bolzano, Klagenfurt, Ljubljana, Trieste, Venice and Salzburg airports are all within three hours drive.

Sillian is easily accessible via the A22 motorway, with the nearest major airports being Innsbruck and Venice. Regular train services also connect to nearby towns, making travel convenient.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

The seven ski lifts are able to uplift 10,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.

Snow Making

Snow-making is available, on 35km of ski runs, with 33 snow cannons.

Season Dates

When is Sillian open?

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

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

Aprés Ski

After a day on the slopes, enjoy the lively après-ski scene at popular spots like the Lobo Bar and the cozy Café Bar Hochegg. For dining, the local restaurants serve hearty Austrian cuisine, perfect for refueling.

Sillian