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Hochzillertal | ​Hochfügen in Austria - a man flying through the air while riding skis.
Hochzillertal | ​Hochfügen in Austria - a man flying through the air while riding skis.
Hochzillertal | ​Hochfügen in Austria - a ski lift going up a snowy hill.
Hochzillertal | ​Hochfügen in Austria - a ski lift going up a snowy mountain.
Hochzillertal | ​Hochfügen in Austria - a ski lift going up a snowy slope.
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Hochzillertal | ​Hochfügen in Austria - the sun is shining over the snow covered mountains.

Hochzillertal | ​Hochfügen Overview

Hochzillertal | Hochfügen is a premier ski resort in the Zillertal area, highly recommended for serious skiers due to an abundance of red and black runs. The resort offers an impressive range of ski runs, with the number 6 or 7 from the Wimbach Gondolas and number 10 from Kristallexpress being particular highlights for their breathtaking panoramas. Despite the challenging terrain, the resort is easily accessible by both train and car, adding to its appeal.

Furthermore, the resort's opening time of 7:30 am allows for early morning skiing on fresh, less crowded slopes. However, visitors should be aware that the west-facing ski runs can become icy later in the day. Aside from the skiing, the resort boasts commendable infrastructure and impressive views, with the design of the Zillertal Shuttle station receiving particular praise.

For dining, the resort features an array of options, including the Wedelhütte and Kristallhütte. The ski area is generally snow-safe, although the two valley runs to Aschau and Kaltenbach might not always be open.

Hochzillertal | Hochfügen is not just a ski resort; it provides a comprehensive alpine experience with its scenic beauty, excellent facilities, and a wide variety of runs. The resort is a perfect blend of modernity and rustic charm, offering a unique skiing experience that is highly rated by its visitors. Despite some occasional issues with crowded slopes and misleading piste signage, the overall consensus is that Hochzillertal | Hochfügen is a top-notch ski destination.

Key insights

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Skiable Terrain

1818
Total area of accessible ski terrain
Max: 12366 ac

Total Run Distance

81.0
A total distance of all the piste runs
Max: 600 km

Number of Lifts

35
Total quantity of operational lifts
Max: 165 total

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Terrain Difficulty

Intermediate
42.0%
Beginner
37.0%
Expert
21.0%
Measured independently from mapped ski runs — figures may differ from resort marketing. Terrain statistics are derived from OpenStreetMap data © OpenStreetMap contributors, via OpenSkiMap.

Features

2 features available

Traditional Ski Resort

A classic ski resort with real snow

Night Skiing

Enjoy after-dark skiing operations

Frequently asked questions about Hochzillertal | ​Hochfügen

Where is Hochzillertal | ​Hochfügen?

Hochzillertal | ​Hochfügen is a ski resort in Kaltenbach, Austria, at coordinates 47.3000, 11.8700.

How many lifts does Hochzillertal | ​Hochfügen have?

Hochzillertal | ​Hochfügen has 35 lifts, serving 81 km of marked runs and 1,818 ac of skiable terrain.

How high is Hochzillertal | ​Hochfügen?

Hochzillertal | ​Hochfügen has a peak elevation of 2,374 m, a base elevation of 553 m and a vertical drop of 1,821 m.

How is Hochzillertal | ​Hochfügen rated?

ShredIndex rates Hochzillertal | ​Hochfügen 63.0 out of 100, based on catalogued resort data and 4 skier reviews.

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1818 ac

Skiable Terrain

81km

Total Run Distance

35total

Number of Lifts

2374m

Peak Elevation

1821m

Vertical Drop

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Best Time to Visit

387.7cm
Annual Snowfall
11 year average
Peak: January (74.4cm)
59.3cm
Nov
59.8cm
Dec
74.4cm
Jan
61.8cm
Feb
59.9cm
Mar
50.5cm
Apr
Snow Season (Nov-Dec-Jan-Feb-Mar-Apr)
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