Kitzbühel

Kitzbühel - Austria's world famous ski resort. Dating from medieval times, the town is picturesque and the skiing and snowboarding world class in terms of challenges and also sheer amount of slopes and off-piste available to you. This is one of the "Best of the Alps" resorts. Read our review to find out more.

Where?

Ski Kitzbühel for possibly the ultimate Austrian winter experience. Often garnered as the most beautiful of Austrian ski resorts, it offers fantastic skiing and snowboarding in Austria, including the world famous Hahnenkamm downhill. With 54 lifts and 170 km of piste there's enough variety to keep anyone happy, and you can get there easily from either Salzburg or Innsbruck.

resort ESSENTIALS

2004 m

1214 m

790 m

RESORT ALTITUDE :	800 m
TOTAL PISTE :	170 km
LONGEST RUN :	7.0 km
SEASON :	December - April

SLOPES

□Easy
25

▭Intermediate
27

◊Advanced/Expert
8

WE LIKE

Large, attractive, varied slopes offering a really good selection for all abilities.
The Kitzalps ski pass covers 10 different ski areas, allowing you to access 1087km of piste.
Attractive medieval town, sophisticated and very Tirolean in atmosphere.

WE DON'T LIKE

Low altitude so snow can be patchy. Best to make a last minute booking so you can be sure.
Surprisingly little challenging on-piste terrain, though plenty of off-piste.
Some crowded pistes - especially at peak periods and at weekends when there's good weather.

SUITABILITY RATINGS 1-5

SKIING

BOARDING

BEGINNERS

INTERMEDIATE

ADVANCED

FAMILIES

On the Slopes

Great skiing is the order of the day when you ski Kitzbühel. Beginners should take the gondola to the easy blue slopes at Kitzbüheler Horn, while intermediates will enjoy the wide-open spaces of Pass Thurn. For advanced skiers there are steep challenges at Ehrenbachgraben, plus of course the legendary Hahnenkamm! There's also some great off-piste challenges.Boarders can head to the snow park at the Kitzbühler Horn, or enjoy the free-riding in the Bichlalm area. The Kitzbühel Horn has two half pipes, a quarter pipe and also a new sprint slalom course - meaning there's something for every boarder. There is almost too much to write down for you - why not check out their website for more information and details.

Ski Area

If you ski Kitzbühel you are also in the ski region of Kitzbüheler Skizirkus.

Off the Slopes

Eating options are plentiful, with Jagerwurzhutte and Panorama-Alm at Pass Thurn popular for lunch, as is the restaurant at Pengelstein. Restaurants in town range from burger bars to gourmet dining at the Unterberger Stuben. Simply wander the pedestrianised streets for a great selection of restaurants and cafés. The après-ski scene is lively, starting early and continuing into the early hours. Popular local bars include the Londoner, Flugel, and Jagermeister, while Take 5 and the Olympia lead the array of clubs. This is a ski holiday you won't want to end and certainly won't forget! Although a word of caution - this is an expensive resort, so don't come here thinking you can skimp and save.

Who's it Best For?

This resort really caters for all levels. In addition the Kitzalps ski pass that you can buy allows you to ski 10 other ski areas, 1087km of piste!

TOURIST OFFICE

Hinterstadt 18

Phone: +43 (0) 5356-777-34
Fax: +43 (0) 5356-777-77
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Kitzbühel is something of a legendary ski resort with skiing starting here in 1893. Despite its low altitude the skiing here is great and the town itself is a beautiful medieval town, with great apres ski and also sophisticated shopping and dining.

Kitzbühel does have a reputation for being an expensive holiday option. You can however get some good package deals here so check out what we can offer from leading tour operators. If however you are an independent traveller and are looking for a hotel room or chalet check out our listings and book direct with the owners.

Why Choose Kitzbühel in Austria

1. Varied slopes available locally for all abilities.

2. The Kitzalps ski pass opens up a further 10 ski areas for you to ski, 1087km of piste, you wont get bored here!

3. Attractive medieval town to stay in.

4. Great apres ski.

Is Kitzbühel Right for You?

If you think that this resort is right for you then check out the deals that we have and book a great holiday online. If however you still have queries or want some help in organising your holiday why not let our Kitzbühel tailormade ski holidays service help you.

Chalets are a great choice for a ski holiday, in fact for many they epitomise what a ski holiday is all about. You can choose from self catered to fully catered and many chalets offer ski in ski out whilst others can be found in the centre of the resort.

In Kitzbühel there is a good choice of accommodation from swanky, stylish hotels, chalets and apartments. It can be expensive to stay here so if you are on a tight budget then you may want to consider staying outside the centre of Kitzbühel where prices are a little cheaper.

Finding a Ski Chalet in Kitzbühel

Kitzbühel is an attractive town to stay in with its medieval centre, traditional buildings and old churches. It also has a permanent population of over 8,000 so there is a lot to do here. If you have the budget there are a good number of catered chalet specialists who have properties in Kitzbühel. Many offer ski in ski out.

If you are on a tighter budget then opt for the self catered chalet options or consider some of the many self catering apartments. There are over 30 restaurants in Kitzbühel so you should find something to suit your budget. In summary Kitzbühel is full of the traditional Austrian chocolate box style chalet but cost can be an issue here.

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CHALETS

Apartments can be a great option on a ski holiday as they are often cheaper than chalets but some have facilities that would match any hotel. Facilities often include swimming pools and spas so are certainly worth considering. Apartments can also be catered or non catered.

In Kitzbühel there is a wide choice of accommodation available including 4* hotels, catered chalets and apartments. Cost can be an issue here as it can be a little expensive so if your budget is quite tight do check out some of the self catered apartments on the edge of the town.

Are Apartments a Great Option?

Well they can be good if your budget is tight as they can be cheaper than many hotels or chalets. But if you opt to stay in an apartment complex you can access some great shared facilities including wellness centres, pools and spas.

For those of you traveling with other families or in a.large group booking apartments in the same complex can enable you to holiday together but have more freedom and space that you may get in a large chalet., So don't discount apartments, they offer a great choice and many are not the concrete buildings that have blighted so many purpose built French resorts.

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Book your Kitzbühel hotel online thanks to GoSki.co.uk and get organised early for this winter. You will find ski hotels in Kitzbühel at all price levels and whether you want budget or luxury, you'll be close to some great skiing and snowboarding slopes. You'll be nestled in the heart of the Austrian Alps and as you'll see , you have a wide range of skiing hotels from locally-owned to larger companies.

There is a wide range of accommodation on offer in Kitzbühel from very stylish hotels, to chalets and apartments. The resort does have a reputation for being expensive but there are budget options available particularly if you head out from the centre of the resort.

What Hotels are Available in Kitzbühel?

If you want to stay in the centre of Kitzbühel and money is no object then look out for hotels in the Vorderstadt, the medieval town centre. Here you will find great hotels like the Hotel zur Tenne and for foodies check out the Romantikhotel Tennerhof.

A short distance away from the Vorderstadt but near to the Hahnenkammbahn is a Best Western and also the Sport und Beautyhotel Schwwezerhof. Away from the town centre you will find a good choice of other 4 and 3* hotels offering good value for money.

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Kitzbühel is an easy resort to get to so it's a good choice for families or those of you wanting a quick short break. The nearest airport is Salzburg which is 75km away, then Innsbruck which is 111km away and finally Munich airport which is 167km away.

There is a mainline train station in the resort and a bus picks up passengers from there every 15 minutes. There are trains from all these cities so it is perfectly feasible to rely on trains for all your transfers.

Minibus and Car Hire

Alternatively you may want to consider hiring a private minibus to pick you up and return you to the airport. These types of transfers can work out very cost effective if you are travelling in a group. Most of these minibuses take up to 8 passengers. If you are not traveling in a group of 8 then opt for the shared transfer service where you effectively share with strangers going to the same resort.

You could also hire a car which is a good option if you want to do some travelling while you are in Kitzbühel. Do remember to ensure it is fitted with winter tyres and in Austria you will need to buy a Vignette for driving on Austrian motorways. This will cost you 8 Euros.

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Ski Schools in Kitzbuhel

Whether you want to have ski lessons or snowboard lessons, most Kitzbuhel ski schools offer a wide range of options including half day lessons, private or group lessons. Use GoSki.co.uk to find out more.

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