Zell am See - Kaprun

This is the most popular active center winter holiday among the northern Austrian Alps, on whose territory there are three modern resorts: Kaprun, Zell am See and Piesendorf. For many years it has maintained a leading position in demand among foreign and local tourists who want to relax with quality and taste. Guests will find it difficult to resist taking a walk around the lake surface of the famous Zeller See or not climbing Mount Schmittenhöhe on the latest ski lift, produced by the no less famous Porsche concern. Fans of the most difficult routes should spend time on the Kitzsteihorn glacier, where conditions are ideal for those who appreciate real difficulties. The total length of all slopes is 40 km, and they are served by 20 lifts. For guests just beginning to master skiing, the gentle slopes of Piesendorf, equipped with a rope tow, will be more suitable. Here you can also have fun with snow tubing or find out the possibilities of the illuminated sled track. Connoisseurs of SPA delights will find something to pamper themselves in the fashionable Tauern SPA Kaprun center, and in the city of Zell am See only the most exciting excursions await you.

Saalbach - Hinterglemm

Hinterglemm and Saalbach, two picturesque mountain villages, appeared 4 km from each other in the charming Alpine mountain valley of Glemmtal in ancient times. But they joined one of the largest Austrian sports centers called “Ski Circus” relatively recently. The region's trails are not only well-equipped - they are also long and interconnected. This has provided the resort area with rapidly growing popularity and demand among all categories of snow lovers. The resort's tracks are located in the altitude range from 1003 to 2100 meters and guarantee excellent snow cover quality from the first days of December until the end of March. Expert assessments classify the ski capabilities of the slopes of this place as unique and at the same time universal, and confirmation of such assessments was the holding of international competitions here, including world cups.

Gastein Valley

The mountain valley of Gastein, located in Salzburg, is not only a large thermal resort, but also a ski center noted for its long-standing glory. Guests of the resort area will be impressed not only by the non-freezing waterfall cascades or radon adits, but also by the abundance of sources of healing mineral water and the high class of service of modern hotel complexes. Connoisseurs of high-quality ski tracks will appreciate the altitude difference from 859 to 2246 meters, as well as tracks that combine length (81 km) and comfort with considerable difficulty. If we add to this the excellent stability of the snow cover and 19 intelligently and well located ski lifts, it is easy to understand the demand for this resort both among novice fans of gentle skiing and among seasoned pros of the snow slopes. Within the valley there are two resorts. Bad Hofgastein is a modern solution for both treatment and ski entertainment. Seven kilometers from it, at an altitude of 1000 meters above sea level, is the sword of fans of classical holidays - Bad Gastein, with stylish buildings of the 18-19 centuries.

Sölden & Otztal

The Otztal Valley is a delightful corner of wild nature in Tyrol. Thanks to the stable microclimate, the snow cover here lasts for a long time, and suitable conditions for skiing develop already in November. The local landscapes spoil tourists with picturesque diversity, from the breathtaking beauty of glaciers to gently rolling hills of valleys. The most popular places among many tourists are the ancient towns and resorts of the valley, such as Otz, Sölden, Obergurgl, Amhausen, Längenfeld and Hochgurgl. True fans of mountaineering, snowboarding and downhill skiing should definitely visit Sölden, where not only the number of modern slopes is constantly updated, but also traditionally hosts some stages of the World Cup competitions. In search of a quality and leisurely holiday, as well as opportunities to seriously improve your health, you should go to the cozy town of Längenfeld, where a modern thermal resort is located. Here they successfully solve problems with circulatory disorders, conduct courses on recovery from fractures and other injuries, and also treat joint diseases. Those who want to be away from the tourist crowds will certainly enjoy the heights of Hochgurgl (2150 m) and Obergurgl (1930 m). The air here is the cleanest, and you can enjoy the silence and stunning scenery endlessly.

Ischgl & Paznauntal

Ischgl, located in the southwest Tyrolean Paznaun Valley, officially occupies one of the top positions in the ranking of European winter recreation and sports centers. It is not only the magnificent landscapes and tracks, the abundance of sunny days or the purity of the air in the highlands, but also its well-thought-out infrastructure that has brought it to the forefront among other Austrian resorts. An additional bonus is the proximity to the largest Austrian ski area, Silvrette, which includes 78 ski lifts that serve 320 km of tracks of varying difficulty, and to the Swiss resort area of ​​Samnaun. No less extensive winter and summer opportunities for active entertainment and sports pleasures are provided by the traditionally picturesque Alpine village of See, located in the same Paznaun valley, which is 17 kilometers from Ischgl. It becomes a great opportunity to enjoy the comfort of restaurants and stylish bars with views of the Austrian Alps, as well as spend time comfortably in the wellness center.

Bad Ischl

This wonderful city, elevated a thousand meters above sea level, surrounded by a chain of mountain lakes and bathed in wonderful surrounding landscapes, is not only a popular thermal resort area, but also the central point of the Austrian Salzkammergut region - both culturally and geographically. The city is located on the banks of two Alpine rivers - Ischl and Traun, and Salzburg is only 50 km from here. The resort's springs are distinguished by their rare diversity. Among them there are iodine, sulfur, and salt. The latter caused many years of salt mining and the salt mines that remained from it. The popularity of the resort began with research by scientists back in 1823, when a study of the composition of local waters showed their high similarity to sea waters, and due to their higher mineralization, their healing properties were much ahead of sea water.

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Neustift & Stubai

Where do Austrian national ski teams prefer to train? Of course - in the Stubai Valley, because it even owes its name to the monumental local Stubai glacier - the most massive in the country. When going here, you don’t need to worry about seasonality - the resort area is year-round, and the entire valley is a single ski pass. For the convenience of resort guests, ski buses run everywhere here, allowing you to easily get to any settlement or a lift. The most popular resort in the valley was and remains Neustift, which includes several resort mountain villages in its structure. Its hotel complexes are capable of providing cozy rooms for 6,500 guests, and the number of rooms, in addition to the usual options, includes peasant houses, luxurious five-star hotels, and well-equipped farms. The local infrastructure is also extremely extensive and well thought out: ski schools provide kindergartens, and cozy bars delight with fantastic mountain panoramas. You can choose equipment at rental shops or sports stores, a sports center equipped with outdoor swimming pools will help you stay in shape, and you can relax after exercise in a bowling alley, a sauna, good restaurants, and discos. Its neighbor in the valley, the resort of Fulpmes, is preferred by connoisseurs of cross-country skiing - the conditions here are simply ideal for this. In addition, here you can acquire truly unique items made by blacksmiths using traditional technologies.

Pitztal

The Pitztal Valley is a modern ski center that has gained its popularity thanks to its unique natural and climatic conditions, which allow you to ski on glaciers from the first days of September and end the season only in May. Every skier will find a convenient route suitable for himself here, because the total length of the slopes is 129 km. and there are trails of all difficulty levels. The ski areas Pitzthaler-Gletscher (elevation difference from 1740 to 3440 m) and Rifflsee (elevation difference from 1680 to 2880 m) have a common ski pass. If you have a PitzRegioCard ski pass, you can ski wherever you want without any problems, including the Hochzeiger area (altitude difference from 1450 to 2450 m), and use the lifts of the High Imst. Use the shuttle to get anywhere in Pitztal completely free. At the entrance to the valley, near the town of Erzens, there is the most extensive ski area called Hochzeiger. Guests who prefer trails of medium difficulty level can expect as many as 40 km of delightful slopes and modern lift systems. Supporters of freestyle acrobatics, lovers of off-piste skiing and real extreme sports will be able to do their best here, and snowboarders will have a great time in the large snow park. Athletes will also be pleased with the excellent illuminated toboggan run, which is as much as 6 km long.

Innsbruck, Igls and surroundings

Eight centuries of Innsbruck's history have turned it into a harmonious combination of an upscale resort area and an amazingly beautiful city, which has become one large museum. It was built at the foot of the mountain slopes of the Karwendel ridge and actually became the central point of the Eastern Alps. Magnificent views of the surrounding area are guaranteed by the Innsbruck mountains - their height exceeds 2.5 km. Near the city located in literally Olympic mountain Patscherkofel - its slopes became competition grounds for two Winter Olympics - 1964 and 1976. Their legacy was not only the glory of the city, but also a high-quality and extensive world-class ski infrastructure, including not only tracks, jumps and skating rinks, but also stadiums. For fans of night skiing, night lighting is launched on the tracks twice a week, and for family vacationers there are tracks oriented towards them and a Sunny Kids Park for kids. An additional bonus of staying in Innsbruck is the proximity to the ski area of ​​another resort area - Studbaai. It is located 20 km from the city and also offers not only a large number of tracks of varying difficulty, but also recreation in several Tyrolean villages located at the very edge of the mountain ranges.

Bad Kleinkirchheim

The location of the wonderful ski resort area of ​​Bad Kleinkirchheim is the southern Austrian province of Carinthia. Possibilities active rest on the tracks here the quality increases thanks to the care for the health of guests, which is provided by two large thermal springs and an excellent spa center. It’s rare that after a great ride, anyone refuses to plunge into the comfort of hot radon baths. The ski season starts in Bad Kleinkirchheim in the second half of December and ends only in April. The tracks have a pleasant variety: there are wide slopes for those who have just started skiing, and ultra-professional ones, certified for holding international competitions. Fans of snowboarding are not forgotten either - the 90-meter half-pipe in the local fan park will pleasantly please them. Those who like to ride in the evenings will be able to do this on the illuminated slopes. There are also facilities for those who prefer skating, sledding or cross-country skiing. For the convenience of guests, après ski runs throughout the area from 18:30 to 00:30.

Mayrhofen & Zillertal

The popularity of the Zillertal Valley for fans of quality winter recreation and a variety of trails is easily explained - the climate here is much milder compared to other resort areas, the total duration of the tracks is 650 km, and for the convenience of skiers they are served by a network of 150 lifts. The resort of Mayrhofen has a double glory: it is extremely popular among young people and is in great demand among our compatriots. It not only has three rather large skiing areas, but also the steepest slope in the entire country and the longest cable car. The resort area will also delight you with some exotic features: there is the opportunity to ride on a track specially created on the surface of the Hintertux glacier, which is a 20-minute drive away. In the same 20-minute drive from Mayrhofen, in Fügen, there is another resort area - the famous thermal spa area of ​​Erlebnisterme Zillertal. In addition to thermal baths and saunas, it offers its guests rides on a 133-meter-long water slide. Travelers who have chosen it speak enthusiastically about excursions around national park“Zillertal Alps”, walks through an ice cave in the depths of the Hintertux glacial mass and a trip to the highest cave in the country - Spannagel. The resort area of ​​Zell am Ziller has the longest ski area in the entire valley, 169 km long, and it is complemented by an exotic track equipped on the Tuxer glacier. In addition, well-equipped areas are also created for fans of cross-country skiing, lovers of ice skating or sledding, and for those who prefer hiking. The resort is in demand among snowboarders - not only are there two dozen tracks equipped for them, but also fan parks, and initial skills or advanced snowboarding courses can be taken at specialized schools. The originality of the entertainment layout at the resort will be appreciated by anyone who will notice that the local disco is adjacent to a brewery.

Wildschönau

The Tyrolean Wildschönau Valley fully lives up to its name, which translates as “valley of pristine beauty.” The structure of this resort area combines four alpine villages, forming a place ideal for a family-style holiday. The local ski area was merged in 2012 with the same area of ​​the Alpbachtal ski resort, forming a new, extensive and well-equipped ski area, Sky Jewel Alpbachtal Wildschönau. The attractiveness of the resort area for its guests is explained not only by the modest price level combined with the high quality level of stay and services, but also by its privacy. The Wildschönau treks are distinguished by their enchanting natural surroundings, breadth and lack of overcrowding. Both young guests and beginners will enjoy it here, and skiers with considerable experience will appreciate the professional-level training area “Race`n Sport Arena”. And Mount Schatzberg and the fun park located on it are a dream for snowboarders: they have quarter pipes, freeride, wave rides, jumps, snake, half pipe and rails at their service. Sledding fans are not forgotten either - they have three tracks and an additional one with lighting at their service. Each ski area is easily accessible thanks to a constant bus service between them, including night services between 20:00 pm and 3:00 am on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Those interested can try snowshoeing and relax in the saunas and swimming pools. There is also a cultural program in either of the two museums - mining and wood. And if you go to the nearest town of Wörgl, located half an hour away, you can spend quality time in the Wave sauna world and water park.

Telfs & Seefeld

The fashionable ski resort of Telfs is located just 40 minutes from Innsbruck, in a cozy picturesque valley. Fans of active recreation will have something to do here besides full-fledged skiing. At your service - a warm indoor swimming pool, a huge sports center with a climbing wall, an excellent ice skating rink, a modern sauna, a luxurious bathhouse and a long toboggan run. Nearby, at an altitude of 1200 m, among the picturesque peaks of Wetterstein and Karlwendel, another popular Austrian resort, Seefeld, is located on a plateau, considered the most popular sports center in Tyrol. From here you can easily get to Innsbruck or you can get to Germany and continue the fun at another ski resort - Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

Millstattersee

The small resort town of Mittersill has a great advantage - only 6 km separates it from the ski area of ​​​​the famous ski resort area of ​​​​Zell am See called "Kitzbuecheler Alpen". There are two ways to get there: by ski train departing every hour or by special bus. The ski area is distinguished by an impressive length of tracks of varying difficulty (170 km) and a wonderful fan park. In addition, near the city there are two tracks for those wishing to ride a sleigh, Hollerbach and Neukurchen/Bramberg, and in the city itself there is a wonderful outdoor skating rink.

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Nassfeld

The popular ski resort area of ​​Nassfeld is located in the southernmost Austrian province of Carinthia, very close to the Italian border. It opens its season in early November and ends only in April. The resort is appreciated by those looking for a good family holiday: mini clubs, children's ski schools and gardens will be a wonderful and interesting place for learning basic skills, and special zones on the tracks will provide confidence when descending independently. The resort area's tracks, which have a wide range of difficulty levels, stretch for 110 km and are equipped with three dozen modern lifts. If there are fans of extreme sports in the family, they will be able to enjoy the wonderful DayPark, and connoisseurs of the exotic will find the Millennium Express - the longest gondola-type lift in European lands, as well as the longest track with lighting. Skating enthusiasts will enjoy the Pressegger lake skating rink. For those interested, there are playgrounds, a snow park, an outdoor cinema, indoor courts, as well as discos and health centers.

Kutchburg

The modern ski resort of Katschberg is located at an altitude of 1640 m, in picturesque Carinthia. Thanks to its well-thought-out infrastructure (including the presence of children's lifts), it enjoys the constant love of tourists from many countries around the world. The skiing season starts in November and ends only in March. There are always good conditions for skiing, because the resort has its own artificial snow system. Snowboarders and skiers with an intermediate level of skiing prefer to relax here. Among the 70 tracks there are also “black” ones, and you can have a lot of fun in the “Aineck” fan park. You can continue a well-started day in a noisy bar, a trendy restaurant or a night disco.

Baden

The ancient town of Baden bei Wien, not far from Vienna, is the most attractive place for those who want to relax in silence and enjoy first-class European service. The magical atmosphere and tranquility here are created by the delightful views of the vineyards and green fields surrounding the resort on all sides. You can come here to relax at any time of the year. You will not be tormented by intense heat in summer or disturbed by cold winds in winter. The climate here is moderate and comfortable. People come to Baden not only for its breathtaking beauty, but also for its priceless mineral springs, known since the reign of Ancient Rome. Emperors dreamed of relaxing here and royalty from all over Europe often spent time here. Baden is deservedly called a prestigious suburb of Vienna and is called the best thermal center in the country.

Bad Tatzmannsdorf

The charm of the natural beauty of the federal state of Burgenland, the pleasant cleanliness of the air and the abundance of sunny days, as well as excellent infrastructure and ample entertainment opportunities, have made the balneological resort of Bad Tatzmannsdorf an ideal option for anyone who intends to combine a wonderful holiday, wonderful culinary delights and improving their health. Vienna is only 116 km from here. Various methods of water treatment have been practiced in these places for several centuries, and mineral waters of a wide variety of compositions, used both for drinking and bathing, have become the hallmark of the resort. In addition, resort specialists successfully use healing peat mud and thermal springs.

For many years now, ski resorts in Austria have been considered the best in Europe, because at such resorts a ski holiday in this country will fit into any budget! TEZ TOUR guarantees that a ski holiday in Austria in the new 2020 season will bring many good and pleasant surprises, which will make you love this wonderful mountainous country even more.

The main source of income for Austria is, of course, the tourism business. And this is not just like that. After all, every year Austria welcomes its guests with the highest level of comfort and impeccable service. It is worth noting that the quality of tourism infrastructure in this country has reached unprecedented heights. A ski holiday in Austria will be interesting both for experienced skiers who come every year to improve their skills and conquer new peaks of the Alps, and for those who brought their family to learn alpine skiing for the first time.

It has long been known that you need to plan your vacation in advance, and if you are planning a vacation in Austria and want to get many benefits, one of which is booking at a discount, then it was best to start looking for a tour yesterday. After all, the ski resorts of Austria are a real place of pilgrimage for lovers of ski holidays.

Ski holidays in the Alps are not the only thing this country can show you. A real gift for your loved ones will be celebrating the New Year in such a beautiful and fabulous Austria - this includes sleigh rides with your children, ice skating on a mirror lake and a romantic evening with your significant other in a cozy, quiet restaurant.

In Austria there are more than 800 regions intended for skiing and downhill skiing. The most popular can rightfully be considered Sölden, Mayrhofen and Zellam See.

Most big resort Tyroli - Sölden has long been called “winter Ibiza”. This is because all the young people in Europe come here to descend from mountains whose heights are above 3000 m. These mountains include Tiefenbachkogel (3309 m), Schwarze Schneide (3340 m) and Geislachkogel (3058 m).

TEZ TOUR offers ski tours to Mayrhofen - one of the most popular youth resorts in Austria. If you get tired of skiing on the mountain slopes, you can head to the water park with whirlpools and waterfalls. You can simply walk between the fir trees, breathe in the fresh air of the Alpine mountains and gaze at the beautiful landscapes.

If after the mountain slopes you want to continue the evening in a bar and disco room, then TEZ TOUR invites you to visit the ZellamSee ski resort. Next to it there is a glacier with high-speed descents - Kaprun. Nearby is one of the best ski areas in Europe - the village of Ischgl. This is a first-class ski resort with a well-developed ski resort infrastructure.

Nature has given Austria a beautiful mountain landscape - it allows you to ride throughout the country, giving you a complete winter holiday for every taste.

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Holidays in the ski resorts of Austria: St. Anton, Lech, Mayrhofen, Zell am See, Bad Gastein.

The Alps occupy most of the area of ​​Austria, so the country is very popular among fans of alpine skiing. The country's ski centers are mostly small traditional ski villages rather than large modern complexes. The number of Austrian resorts is amazing - there are about a thousand of them in the country, so everyone will be able to find something to suit their taste.

Most of the ski centers here are of medium altitude, suitable for both intermediate athletes and professionals. There are high slopes in the province of Tyrol, where the most famous ski resorts in Austria are concentrated: St. Anton and Lech. Another famous ski resort, Mayrhofen, is located in the Zillertal valley, east of Tyrol. There are also unique resorts in the country that welcome guests in both cold winters and hot summers - these are Zell am See and Bad Gastein.

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Sant Anton

The resort of Sant Anton is famous for its excellent infrastructure, challenging professional trails and enchanting alpine landscapes. The fact that the resort hosted the Alpine Ski World Championships in 2001 speaks for itself. The season here lasts from December to March. The 260 km long trails are very well maintained and there is a modern well-functioning lift system. The peak of Falluga-Grat (2660 m) attracts professionals with the most difficult trails and slopes, the snow on which is not specially leveled, which makes skiing more exciting. For beginner athletes, the slope in Galzig is more suitable, where there is a ski school and rental of the necessary equipment. Since the Sant Anton resort is well known among skiers, it is recommended to book a hotel room here in advance. On the territory of the ski center there is an indoor tennis court and a cinema, as well as many restaurants and discos. The closest airport to Sant Anton is only a hundred kilometers from the village - in Innsbruck.

Lech

Lech is a very prestigious resort, which is famous for its special microclimate, which helps maintain ideal snow conditions throughout the skiing season. The highest level of service at the resort attracts representatives of high society to spend their winter holidays with health benefits and in conditions of maximum comfort. 260 km of trails of varying difficulty allow skiers of any level to feel at ease. There is even a special children's track with the most gentle slope possible. For snowboarders there is a half-pipe and a special park. If you are tired of skiing, you can try yourself in paragliding and get a lot of new sensations. Thanks to a well-thought-out organization, the lift system in the Lech resort operates without queues. Lech is a less noisy village than Sant Anton, so it is more suitable for quiet family holidays and mature guests. But this does not mean that the resort can be boring: more than 50 restaurants, luxurious bars, a swimming pool and an ice skating rink are always at the service of vacationers. The best way to get to the resort is by train or bus from Innsbruck.

Mayrhofen

The slopes of the large resort of Mayrhofen are located on the slopes of two mountains, which are connected by a cable car built in 2007. Mayrhofen is very popular with beginners, and this is understandable: soft slopes and good schools do their job. In addition, après-ski youth entertainment is widely represented here: fashionable nightclubs and modern discos, noisy bars and restaurants, cinemas and theatrical performances.

Zell am See

The resort of Zell am See is located on the shore of the lake. Along with the neighboring resort of Kaprun, Zell am See is part of the special "Sports Europe" district, which welcomes guests from all year round different countries who want to improve their skills in a particular sport. A distinctive feature of this center is a sufficient number of short slopes, on which it is very convenient to hone your skiing skills. The resort has 10 European-level ski schools and several kindergartens, where carnivals and torchlight processions are regularly held. Due to the fact that the town was founded in the Middle Ages, it boasts beautiful old houses and shops.

Bad Gastein

Bad Gastein is a resort located near Salzburg. This ski center hosts the World Cup, so the quality of the slopes here exceeds expectations. For snowboarders, the Gastein Snowboard Park and halfpipe are built here, and there is also a boardercross track. In addition to the ski resort, Bad Gastein is famous for its spa center, so everything in the city is subordinated to a healthy lifestyle: prices for nightlife are especially high. Therefore, many tourists combine healthy sports with a pleasant relaxation in a bathhouse or sauna. Plus, the resort has thermal springs, the water of which is rich in radon.

No country in the world is so strongly associated with skiing as Austria. This phenomenon has its reasons: dozens of winter resorts with high service and excellent infrastructure, a wide selection of slopes, which you can ski on for a maximum of months a year. Tochka-mira continues to talk about best resorts world for winter holidays, next in line is ski Austria.

Bad Gastein

The resort of Bad Gastein is the best place in Austria if you want to combine an active ski holiday with wellness. There are hot healing springs, mud and clay pits, and spa centers. The total length of pistes at the resort is 208 km, which seems incredible by domestic standards. More than 50 lifts, dozens of trails, a fan park and downhill trails are simply a paradise for lovers of active winter recreation.

Zell am See

The Salzburg region is a favorite skiing destination for European tourists. The resort is full of ski schools, the infrastructure is well developed, and the slopes are isolated from each other. Zell am See is a great place for intermediate skiers and beginner snowboarders. The resort has an excellent choice of places to stay: from luxury 5-star hotels to budget three rubles and chalets.

Sölden

The ski town of Sölden is located in the Otztal Valley, which is famous throughout the world for its abundance of alpine slopes. Sölden is the second most popular holiday destination among residents of Austria and surrounding countries. Resort characteristics: total length of slopes - 145 km, 34 ski lifts, 2 snow parks, 16 km for cross-country skiing, more than 20 mountain restaurants and dozens of hotel complexes. Due to the high popularity and large influx of tourists, the cost of skiing here is lower than at other Austrian resorts.

Saalbach-Hinterglemm

In Austria there are places for skiing that are difficult to classify as resorts; rather, they are large mountain areas. Saalbach-Hinterglemm is one such area with a huge variety of trails, training slopes, snow parks, cross-country ski trails and ice skating rinks. The resort has excellent conditions for skiing, regardless of the level of training and skills of skiers.

Ischgl

The most fashionable resort in Austria, which is often compared to the pretentious and expensive Courchevel. The ski season at the resort begins in mid-November and lasts until the end of April. World-famous stars, millionaires and simply wealthy people love to visit Ischgl. The nature of the resort is mesmerizing: during the day the snow-capped peaks of the Alps delight the eyes, and at night the sky is strewn with millions of stars - beauty, in a word.

Kaprun

Another popular resort in the Salzburg region, where tourists are offered a wonderful holiday in a price-quality ratio. Snowboarders will especially like this place; international snowboarding competitions are even held here. However, Kaprun is an excellent place for beginner skiers. The resort has a large number of ski schools, including for children, and more than 60 km of “green” slopes for beginners.

Lech

The resort gained its popularity back in the last century, when annual biathlon competitions were held in these places. Lech - cradle ski holiday in the Alps, the resort is constantly being modernized with the best European equipment, the tracks are increasing, new slopes are appearing, snow parks and tubing slopes are being formed. Do you want to experience the classics of alpine skiing? Then welcome to Leh!

Nassfeld

An incredibly beautiful alpine resort - the pearl of Austrian skiing. Nassfeld has an excellent climate: plenty of sunshine, absence of severe frosts and winds, dense and elastic snow cover. All these factors contribute to a successful ski season, which lasts from November to April. The resort offers skiing, snowboarding, freeride, downhill, cross-country skiing, speed skating and many other winter sports.

Obergurgl

Obergurgl is one of the high mountain towns of the Otztal Valley, located among the peaks of the Alps. At first glance, it may seem that Obergurgl is a typical Alpine village, lost in the mountains. But in fact, the resort has a well-developed infrastructure, there are high-level hotels, and there are also more budget accommodations. Despite the city's distance from the highway, during the ski season the resort's throughput exceeds 30 thousand people per day.

St. Anton

St. Anton is called everything: the diamond of the Alps, the Austrian mountain pearl, and the kingdom of extreme sports... All these epithets are quite suitable for a modern resort with the longest pistes in all the Alps. The total length of marked routes is 304 km, and unmarked routes are 185 km. St. Anton is Europe's largest venue for alpine skiing, freeride, snowboarding and cross-country skiing.

Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis

Compared to other resorts in Austria, Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis is a very new region, having opened in 1999. Previously, this place had three different ski areas: Serfaus, Fiss and Ladis. The villages were connected by ski lifts and cable cars, and a new modern ski resort was formed. Characteristics of the resort: total length of slopes - 214 km, 68 ski lifts, 52 km of cross-country ski trails, capacity - 90 thousand people per hour.

Kitzbühel

Every year tourists from more than 40 countries come to Kitzbühel to experience the “Alpine ski fairy tale”. At one time, the resort claimed to host the Winter Olympic Games, and now it is a major international center for winter sports. In total, Kitzbühel has 60 trails of varying difficulty, which stretch for 170 km, and 54 lifts are installed, which ensures uninterrupted access of tourists to the slopes even at the height of the season.

Mayrhofen

If you decide to go on holiday to the resort of Mayrhofen, then you have excellent taste. Especially if the vacation coincided with the New Year celebration. The resort is incredibly beautiful: a picturesque panorama, high mountain slopes, pine forests and frozen lakes. The highlight of the resort is an old steam locomotive that travels around the Mayrhofen valley twice a day. By the way, here is one of the longest routes in all the Alps - a 12-kilometer route from Mayrhofen to the Hintertux glacier.

Obertauern

The cool youth resort of Obertauern is located in the Salzburg region. The resort constantly hosts parties, open airs, music festivals and other events that young people go crazy about. In addition, the resort has excellent skiing: of the 42 slopes, half are intended for beginners and only 8 for technically trained skiers.0

Here you can ski until you lose all strength, without ever repeating the same descent in one day, there are slopes of different difficulty levels, and after-ski parties for every taste and budget. None of the resorts is like the other, each has its own characteristics, its own charm and charm. We present to you the ten largest ski resorts in Austria for the 2013/2014 season.

The ski resort of Mayrhofen, so beloved and popular among Russian tourists, fully offers action & fun: the famous après-ski at Brück´n Stadl, where four glasses of beer will be poured in a record 11 seconds, and discos at Snowbombing. If we consider only the ski area above Mayrhofen, then in terms of its size and length of slopes it will take 10th place in Austria. Meanwhile, the elevation difference here is the largest in the top ten: the tracks are located between 620 m and 2,250 m above sea level. The length of the slopes prepared by snowcats is 133 km - from the simplest “blue” to the legendary “anthracite-black” Harakiri, the steepest slope in Austria, the slope of which reaches 78%. Anyone who has descended Harakiri is happy to buy a T-shirt in the nearest store with the inscription “I survived Harakiri”.

Mayrhofen

Data:

– length of tracks: 133 km;

– the resort will appeal to après-ski fans, outdoor enthusiasts and extreme sports enthusiasts.

Peculiarities:

– the steepest track in Austria and a 10-kilometer descent into the valley;

– new high-speed chairlifts with wind canopies and heated seats;

– VansPenkenPark in Mayrhofen;

– après-ski until 2 am.

Naked numbers:

– elevation difference - 1,880 m;

– especially for those who go to the mountain early in the morning: on certain days the lifts start working at seven in the morning.

How to get there:

By car: Autobahn A12, turn towards Zillertal, 30 km on B169 to Mayrhofen.

By train: any international train with a stop in Jenbach, where you need to change to the Zillertal train, which will take you to Mayrhofen for €7.

The most important thing about Sölden is guaranteed snow. Of all the ten largest ski regions in Austria, the ski area in Sölden is the highest - up to 3,330 m above sea level. However, going down will not cause any special problems either - they will take care of it snow cannons. Some trails end right at the après ski bars - you can relax after skiing in Sölden until the morning.

Data:

– length of tracks: 150 km;

– ski pass cost: €48 per day;

– the resort will appeal to fans of noisy après-ski.

Peculiarities:

– guarantee of snow from October to May;

– après-ski parties at the Fire and Ice bar until 3 am;

– Alpine skiing World Cup track on the Rettenbach glacier, tracks with speed measurement and automatic video recording;

– Hannibal Show on the Rettenbach Glacier in April.

Naked numbers:

– one 3S lift (with three supporting cables), 7 gondola lifts, 16 chair lifts and 9 drag lifts;

– 80% of easy and medium difficulty trails;

– 28 km of “black” slopes and a 2-kilometer ski route.

How to get there:

By car: turn off the A12 motorway at the sign for Ötztal, 35 km along the B186 to Sölden.

By train: You will have to make a lot of transfers to get to Ötztal station. A regular bus leaves from the station every hour; the trip to Sölden takes 90 minutes.

Kitzbühel is one of the legendary and famous ski resorts in the Alps. This year marks the 120th anniversary of the first ski descent from the top of the Kitzbüheler Horn. No less legendary are the races from Hahnenkamm - the Alpine Ski World Cup competitions on the Streif downhill course, one of the most difficult and dangerous. Kitzbühel is only 125 km from international airport in Munich and 80 km from Salzburg Airport. The network of pistes and lifts on the surrounding slopes starts at an altitude of about 2,000 m above sea level.

Kitzbühel

Data:

– length of tracks: 170 km;

– ski pass cost: €47 per day;

– the resort is most suitable for good skiers and food lovers.

Peculiarities:

– in January, during the World Cup stage (from January 21 to 26, 2014), not only the elite of alpine skiing meets here, but also the cream of society, and not only Austrian;

– Streif downhill track with a maximum slope of 85%;

– many après-ski points, as well as gourmet restaurants;

– for lovers of ski touring and off-piste skiing - 230 km² of Kitzbühel mountain space.

Naked numbers:

– 51 lifts;

– 32 km of marked but not prepared slopes (ski-route).

How to get there:

By car: Autobahn A8 in the direction of Salzburg, turn towards Kufstein, exit the autobahn at the Kufstein Süd sign, highway B178 in the direction of St. Johann in Tirol, highway B161 towards Kitzbühel. From Munich - 2 hours, from Salzburg - 1 hour 40 minutes.

By train: a couple of transfers from Munich, lower station cable car on Hahnenkamm is three minutes from the station.

Sports, shows, après-ski parties, concerts of world pop-rock celebrities: the most interesting thing in Ischgl will, of course, be for young people. A huge expanse of sunny slopes, a wide network of prepared trails and endless opportunities for freeride.

Data:

– length of tracks: 238 km;

– ski pass cost: €43.50 per day in high season.

Peculiarities:

– concerts of world rock stars;

– snow parks and mountain huts next to the slopes;

– good opportunities for freeride and guarantee of snow throughout the season.

Naked numbers:

– highest point the resort is located at an altitude of 2,872 m;

– 43 lifts;

– 16% of the tracks are “blue”, 65% “red” and 19% “black”.

How to get there:

By car: from Innsbruck along the Arlbergstrasse, turn at the sign for Pians, then 20 km along Silvrettastrasse B188 in the direction of Ischgl.

Brixental

1. Wilder Kaiser/Brixental

And finally, the largest ski area in Austria is the Wilder Kaiser/Brixental ski world. In terms of the total length of prepared trails, this region ranks 9th in Europe. It is unlikely that anyone is able to travel around all 279 km of Brixental slopes in one day. Despite the relatively low altitudes, it is still worth going here - especially since this is one of the best resorts in the Alps in terms of transport accessibility.

Data:

– length of tracks: 279 km;

– ski pass cost: €44 euros per day in high season;

– the resort is ideal for fans of so-called cruise skiing, snowboarders and those who haven’t skied all day.

Peculiarities:

– the largest day and night ski area in Austria;

– 48% of “blue” slopes and only 6% of “black” slopes;

– an ideal resort for snowboarders - there are practically no long gentle slopes and flat traverses, but there are several snow parks.

Naked numbers:

– 91 cable cars;

– more than 70 mountain restaurants, cafes and après-ski bars;

– Alpeniglu® Dorf - igloo village with igloo restaurant, bar, ice sculpture exhibition and ice chapel;

– three fan parks, one track with video recording, SkiWelt Chill Areas with free Internet access;

– three night sled runs (until 2 a.m.);

– The 13-kilometer illuminated ski track is the longest in Austria.

How to get there:

By car: from Munich on the autobahn through Rosenheim, turn to Kufstein Süd or Wörgl Ost, then almost all SkiWelt centers are accessible along the new highway.

By train: the nearest station is in Hopfgarten. You can get here in one night, for example, from Northern Germany on the Schnee-Express. From Munich or Vienna - take EuroCity trains to Wörgl, change to local railway, which will take you to the lower cable car station in Hopfgarten in 10 minutes.