The Pitztal cable cars - skiing on the highest of Tyrol

With more than 121 kilometers of pistes in the three Pitztal ski areas of Hochzeiger, Rifflsee and Pitztal Glacier, you not only enjoy an exceptional number of hours of sunshine, but also guaranteed snow from September to May. The altitude guarantees perfect conditions, as 90% of the slopes are above 2,000 meters.

Discover the Pitztal Glacier, the Rifflsee ski area and the Hochzeiger ski area!

Das Cafe 3440 auf dem Pitztaler Gletscher bei Sonnenaufgang.

Pitztal Glacier & Rifflsee

The Pitztal Glacier is one of the most snow-sure ski areas in Austria and ideal for skiers of all abilities. Skiing starts here as early as September. At the highest point at 3,440 m you will find the "Café 3440" - Austria's highest coffee house. The adjacent Rifflsee winter ski area attracts both families and ambitious skiers with its varied pistes.

Skifahrerin auf sonniger Piste im Skigebiet Hochzeiger im Pitztal vor atemberaubender Bergkulisse.

Hochzeiger cable cars

With a breathtaking 360-degree mountain panorama and sun-kissed slopes, the Hochzeiger family ski area offers ideal conditions for skiers of all abilities. Perfect pistes, powdery deep-snow slopes and a 6 km long, floodlit natural toboggan run await you. Rustic huts invite you to stop for a bite to eat. Thanks to the altitude of up to 2,500 m, you can ski on perfectly groomed slopes until late spring.

Your winter start in the Pitztal

The first breath of cold mountain air. The crunch of fresh snow under your skis. That's the start of winter in the Pitztal!
Your adventure in the snow begins with the snow start weeks - fantastic pistes, attractive offers and genuine Tyrolean hospitality included. The free Pitzi ski courses are particularly attractive for families. Children learn their first turns in a playful way.
The Hochzeiger Openair ensures a winter start with a cult factor, while the Pitztal Testival by Sport Förg on the Pitztal Glacier is sure to delight.

Snow start weeks 2025

Top packages for your winter start on the Pitztal Glacier & Rifflsee or the Hochzeiger cable cars. Valid from three nights from Monday to Friday from 1 to 19 December 2025.

Book now and secure up to -50 % winter start bonus.

Two skiers glide over a snow-covered slope. In the background, there are mountains and a clear sky.

Snow start weeks Hochzeiger

up to 50% discount on ski passes
ski pass enjoyment
winter start

from €220.00

per Person

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A skier stands on a snow-covered mountain peak and looks into the distance. The surroundings consist of majestic, snow-covered mountains and a clear sky.

Snow start weeks Pitztal Glacier & Rifflsee

up to 30% ski pass discount
ski pass enjoyment
winter start

from €250.00

per Person

Details

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Eine Gruppe Kinder winkt beim Kinderskikurse mit der Skischule Hochzeiger mit den Stöcken.

Free Pitzi ski lessons

Family friendliness is a top priority in the Pitztal. Children staying in the Pitztal with their family have the opportunity to attend a free beginner's ski course. Children up to the age of 5.99 can take part in free children's ski courses on selected dates in the Pitztal ski areas.

Hochzeiger Open Air with Sailer & Speer

Vor schneebedeckten Bergen und mit Lichtern geschmückten Bäumen steht eine Leuchtschrift mit der Aufschrift "Pitztaler Bergadvent".

Advent in Pitztal

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Hochzeiger 2.500m

Hochzeiger

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Sechszeiger 2.400m

Hochzeiger

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Hochzeiger Mittelstation 2.000m

Hochzeiger

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Hochzeiger Panoramabahn 1.800m

Hochzeiger

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Zirbenbahn 2.400m

Hochzeiger

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Hochzeiger Talstation 1.450m

Hochzeiger

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Pitztaler Gletscher 3.440m

Pitztaler Gletscher

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Gletscherexpress Bergstation 2.840m

Pitztaler Gletscher 2.840m

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Rifflsee 2.345m

Rifflsee

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What Awaits You Here?

Austria's Highest Glacier Ski Area
2 Ski Areas - 1 Ski Pass
Snow Guaranteed
Wide natural snow slopes from September to May
CAFÉ 3440
Regional delicacies at Austria's highest café

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What Awaits You Here?

SUN-KISSED
Sun-drenched slopes with a 360° mountain panorama
SNOW GUARANTEED
90% of our ski slopes are located above 2000 meters.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY
FREE Bambini ski pass for children under 10 years and younger accompanied by a parent

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Schneebedeckte Berggipfel unter einem klaren Himmel, mit Wolken, die die Bergflanken umhüllen.

Ski schools & mountain guides

Ski schools

Mountain & Ski Guides

Ski buses Pitztal

Comfortable, environmentally friendly and stress-free. Our free ski buses take you quickly and conveniently to the ski areas and excursion destinations in the region.