Spring Skiing in Kitzbühel

When the days get longer again and the snow glitters in the sun, the most enjoyable time of the winter season begins. You can depend on the snow and the picturesque slopes just as much as you can on the superb all-round infrastructure – giving everything you need for a truly happy holiday. Kitzbühel's reputation has preceded it for so long. You would expect nothing but the very highest quality at the place where ski history has been written for more than 125 years. That applies whether you are one of the world’s best downhill skiers, battling for the merest fraction of a second in the Hahnenkamm Races on the Streif at the end of January, or a holidaymaker. Whether you want to push yourself to the limit or just have some fun on the slopes, feast on down-to-earth and exquisite culinary delights up on the mountain or down in the valley, the sophisticated local hotel and catering industry – plus the historic city centre itself with its promenade – make this a destination for sheer holiday happiness. Conquering the Streif at least once in your life is something so many skiers aspire to - in order to tackle the most spectacular descent in the entire Alpine Ski World Cup. Key sections such as the Mausefalle, Steilhang and Hausbergkante are designated as ‘extreme ski routes’ that only the very best should attempt. The Familienstreif, on the other hand, has none of the most difficult sections and offers casual skiers their chance to get a little bit of World Cup feeling in an easier form. For beginners, there is also the Mini Streif with its skill course at the foot of the legendary Hahnenkamm downhill run. The dining also thrills guests here. There is hardly any other ski resort with such diversity. 60 huts on the mountains and further, inns and restaurants offer special experiences for every taste, from down-to-earth Tirolean delicacies to exquisite creations.

Whether it’s the gentle pistes, steep northern slopes, long valley runs or wide carving routes – over Kitzbühel’s 96 ski slopes, everyone is sure to find their very own absolute skiing delight. Kitzbühel has not been voted Austria's Best Ski Resort for eight consecutive years for nothing. The 181 kilometres of perfectly maintained slopes, 52 kilometres of marked off-road options and various fun parks offer so much variety. Casual skiers and families have everything they need at the Kitzbüheler Horn. Since 2018, two new lifts have been added to complete the offering of the family ski mountain. In addition to all kinds of fun and action, the Kitzbüheler Horn’s special prices for young and old are a major attraction.

The Kitzbühel winter paradise not only thrills athletes, it also impresses gourmets with a distinctive combination of enjoyment, nature, tradition and well-being. Cuisine is just as much a part of Kitzbühel as the Streif is part of the Hahnenkamm, after all. Culinary delights, traditional delicacies and fine cuisine are important components of the resort town. If you need a break on the piste, you can look forward to down-to-earth, regional food and a fabulous view of the Tyrolean Alpine panorama in the 60 alpine huts and mountain restaurants. Meanwhile, at the award-winning establishments in the valley, elite cooks conjure up exquisite treats for hungry winter sport fans.