Waidring Ski Resort Guide
Waidring, Austria
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Recommended For | Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders and Snowfall! |
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Total Piste Length | 27km |
Highest Lift | 1,860m |
Resort Height | 780m |
Nearest Airports | Salzburg and Innsbruck Airport |
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Waidring
Waidring offers a charming alpine experience with stunning views. Ideal for families and skiers of all levels, it boasts well-groomed slopes and a vibrant atmosphere.
Summary
Nestled in the picturesque Tyrolean Alps, Waidring features around 42 kilometers of ski runs. The resort combines a friendly vibe with excellent facilities for both beginners and seasoned skiers alike.
The ski area of Waidring is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 780m, with 27km of marked runs.
Waidring is part of the Kitzbüheler Alpen ski area with access to 344 marked pistes, served by a total of 197 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Waidring itself (27km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Kitzbüheler Alpen ski resorts of Kirchberg in Tirol and Kirchdorf.
Snow and Weather
Waidring typically enjoys a good snow depth, with average snowfall reaching around 100 cm in winter. To stay updated on the latest snow conditions, check the information available on J2Ski.
When will it snow in Waidring?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Waidring.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Waidring Ski Area
Black Pistes Expert Trails | 1 | |
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Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 8 | 16km |
Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 7 | |
Downhill Total Length | 27km | |
Cross Country Total Length | 22km | |
Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 10 |
Kitzbüheler Alpen Ski Area
Pistes Number of runs | 344 | |
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Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 197 |
Waidring Altitudes
Highest Lift | 1,860m |
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Lowest Piste | 780m |
Resort Altitude (Waidring) | 780m |
Max Vertical | 1,080m |
Ratings & Suitability
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Skiing
Waidring is situated at the foot of the Steinplatte mountain and reaches an elevation of 1,900 meters. Key ski areas include the Steinplatte with notable pistes such as the long, scenic blue runs and the challenging red pistes. Lifts like the 8-person gondola and various chairlifts ensure easy access to the slopes.
Waidring offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Ski Lessons in Waidring

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Waidring Ski Schools and Waidring Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will enjoy the terrain park at Steinplatte, which features jumps, rails, and boxes suitable for all skill levels. The park's layout promotes creativity and fun for both beginners and advanced riders.
Location and Map
Where is Waidring?
This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Politischer Bezirk Kitzbühel, Tyrol.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Waidring is Salzburg, 52 minutes drive away.
Innsbruck Airport, Munich, Linz, Graz, Bolzano, Vienna and Memmingen airports are all within three hours drive.
Salzburg is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Waidring is easily accessible from major airports such as Innsbruck and Salzburg. The resort is about a 1.5-hour drive from both cities, providing convenient access to this alpine retreat.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 10 ski lifts are able to uplift 20,099 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 32km of ski runs, with 38 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Waidring 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.
Waidring Webcams
The Webcams in Waidring are not always up-to-date. Please check the date on the image to ensure you are seeing current snow conditions.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, Waidring offers a cozy après-ski scene. Notable spots include the Gasthof zur Post for a hearty meal and the lively Almhütte for drinks and live music.