Willingen-Upland Ski Resort Guide
Willingen-Upland, Germany
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| Recommended For | Beginners and Apres-Ski. |
|---|---|
| Total Piste Length | 15km |
| Highest Lift | 840m |
| Resort Height | 500m |
| Nearest Airports | Paderborn and Dortmund |
| Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50%  |
Willingen-Upland
Willingen-Upland is a charming ski resort in Germany's Sauerland region. It offers a variety of slopes suitable for all skill levels.
Summary
With over 18 kilometers of ski runs, Willingen-Upland caters to both beginners and advanced skiers. The resort features a mix of modern lifts and traditional charm, providing a unique skiing experience.
The ski area of Willingen-Upland is at an altitude of 500m, with 15km of marked runs.
Willingen-Upland is part of the Wintersport Arena Sauerland ski area with access to 41 marked pistes, served by a total of 3 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Willingen-Upland itself (15km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Wintersport Arena Sauerland ski resorts of Altastenberg, Postwiesen, Usseln, Winterberg and Züschen.
The skiing is at relatively low altitude, so snow cover can be variable.
Snow and Weather
Willingen-Upland typically enjoys consistent snowfall, with snow depths averaging between 30 to 80 cm during the season. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
When will it snow in Willingen-Upland?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Willingen-Upland.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Willingen-Upland Ski Area
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 7 | 4km |
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| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 5 | 7km |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 6 | 2km |
| Downhill Total Length | 15km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 90km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 13 | |
Wintersport Arena Sauerland Ski Area
| Pistes Number of runs | 41 | |
|---|---|---|
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 3 | |
Willingen-Upland Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 840m |
|---|---|
| Lowest Piste | 500m |
| Resort Altitude (Willingen-Upland) | 500m |
| Max Vertical | 340m |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
|---|---|
| Beginners | |
| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
The ski area in Willingen-Upland reaches an elevation of 838 meters. Notable pistes include the Wiesenweg and the Köhlerhagen, served by lifts such as the Willingen Gondola and the Ettelsberg chairlift, ensuring excellent access to varied terrain.
Willingen-Upland offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Ski Lessons in Willingen-Upland
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Willingen-Upland Ski Schools and Willingen-Upland Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarding enthusiasts will find exciting terrain parks at Willingen-Upland, including the well-maintained Funpark. The park offers jumps, rails, and boxes suitable for all levels of snowboarders.
Location and Map
Where is Willingen-Upland?
This ski resort is in Waldeck-Frankenberg, Kassel, Germany.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Willingen-Upland is Paderborn, 53 minutes drive away.
Dortmund, Düsseldorf, Köln Bonn, Hannover, Frankfurt and Mannheim airports are all within three hours drive.
Paderborn is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Willingen-Upland is easily accessible by car via the A46 and A44 motorways. The nearest major airport is Paderborn-Lippstadt Airport, approximately 50 kilometers away.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 13 ski lifts are able to uplift 12,500 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, with 6 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Willingen-Upland open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, enjoy vibrant après-ski at venues like the Alte Schule and the Willinger Brauhaus. These spots offer a cozy atmosphere with local beers and hearty meals.
