Alpbach

Alpbach, Austria

Rated: 4/5 (from 6 ratings)  Write a Review

Ski Area Highlights

Recommended For	Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski!
Total Piste Length	28 miles
Highest Lift	6,660ft
Resort Height	3,281ft
Nearest Airports	Innsbruck Airport and Munich
Save on Ski Hire	Save up to 50%

Alpbach

Alpbach is a picturesque ski resort in Austria, known for its stunning alpine scenery. It offers a variety of slopes suitable for all skill levels.

 Summary

The resort boasts over 100 kilometers of ski runs, catering to both beginners and advanced skiers. With its traditional wooden chalets and vibrant atmosphere, Alpbach provides a unique alpine experience.

The ski area of Alpbach is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 3,281ft, with 28 miles of marked runs.

Alpbach is part of the Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschönau area with access to 71 miles of downhill skiing, with 83 marked pistes, served by a total of 45 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Alpbach itself (28 miles of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschönau ski resorts of Auffach, Kramsach, Niederau, Oberau, Reith im Alpbachtal and Thierbach.

With ski lifts as high as 6,660ft, snow cover is generally reliable.

 Notable Ski Runs

The longest possible descent in Alpbach is 5 miles long and the most difficult run is the 'FIS'.

Snow and Weather

Alpbach enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 60-120 cm throughout the season. For the latest snow reports and conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.

When will it snow in Alpbach?

The next notable snow forecast is 1in, expected on 17 November, with around 8in forecast over the next 7 days.

See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.

Snow this week

Ski Area Stats

Skiing

Alpbach is part of the Ski-Optimal area, featuring peaks that reach up to 2,500 meters. Notable pistes include the challenging 'Schatzberg' and the family-friendly 'Alpbach run', with efficient lifts like the 'Gmahbahn' and 'Ski-Optimal gondola' ensuring easy access to the slopes.

There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.

Ski Lessons in Alpbach

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Alpbach Ski Schools and Alpbach Ski Instructors.

Snowboarding

Snowboarders will appreciate the terrain park at 'Kühtai', which offers a variety of features for all levels. The park is well-maintained, making it a popular spot for freestyle enthusiasts.

Location and Map

Where is Alpbach?

This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Politischer Bezirk Kufstein, Tyrol.

Map

Tap for Full-Screen, or see J2Ski's Resort map, showing Hotels and Ski Shops.

How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Alpbach is Innsbruck Airport, 45 minutes drive away.

Munich, Salzburg, Bolzano, St. Gallen-Altenrhein, Memmingen, Linz and Friedrichshafen airports are all within three hours drive.

Innsbruck Airport is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.

Alpbach is easily accessible via major airports like Innsbruck and Salzburg. From there, visitors can take a train or shuttle bus to reach the resort quickly.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

The 14 ski lifts are able to uplift 19,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.

Snow Making

Snow-making is available, on 23 miles of ski runs, with 67 snow cannons.

Season Dates

When is Alpbach open?

We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.

Usual opening is early December, and usual closing is Early April.

NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.

Aprés Ski

After a day on the slopes, Alpbach's après-ski scene comes alive at venues like 'Postalm' and 'Alpbacherhof'. These spots offer a cozy atmosphere with drinks and local cuisine, perfect for unwinding.