With incredible ski resorts right on its doorstep and even its own slopes near the centre, Innsbruck is the city of choice for many snow-worshippers. Whizz down the pistes of major areas like Alpbach, Hintertux, Igls and Seefeld and crowd-pleasers like Nordkette, Mutteralm, Axamer, Obergurgl.
If you want to spend more time skiing and less time travelling, opt for a resort that’s closer to the airport. Igls, Seefeld and Mayrhofen are all great choices with shorter transfer times.
Pitztal Glacier is Austria’s highest resort, sitting at a whopping 3,440m and offering far-reaching alpine views an hour’s drive from Innsbruck. The highest ski point is marked by a modern ski station, Café 3440, which is also Austria’s highest vantage point and is open all year round.
The Arlberg region is Austria’s biggest ski area, with over 305km of slopes to explore across the villages of St. Anton am Arlberg, St. Christoph, Stuben, Lech, Zürs, Warth and Schröcken. It’s got a world-class reputation, thanks to its runs for every ability and age.
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