Hintertux Ski Resort Guide
Hintertux, Austria
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| Recommended For | Intermediates, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 147 miles |
| Highest Lift | 10,663ft |
| Resort Height | 4,921ft |
| Nearest Airports | Innsbruck Airport and Munich |
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Hintertux
Hintertux is Austria's premier glacier ski resort, offering skiing all year round. With stunning views and diverse pistes, it's a favorite for skiers and snowboarders alike.
Summary
Hintertux boasts a vast ski area with over 60 kilometers of slopes, making it suitable for all skill levels. The resort is known for its reliable snow conditions and breathtaking mountain scenery.
The ski area of Hintertux is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 4,921ft, with 147 miles of marked runs.
Hintertux is part of the Tux - Finkenberg ski area with access to 141 miles of downhill skiing, with 24 marked pistes, served by a total of 59 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Hintertux itself (147 miles of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Tux - Finkenberg ski resort of Finkenberg.
With ski lifts as high as 10,663ft, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Hintertux is 7 miles long and the most difficult run is the 'Haxenbrecker 13a'.
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Snow and Weather
Hintertux is known for its excellent snow reliability, with an average snow depth of 3-4 meters during peak season. The glacier ensures consistent snowfall, but always check J2Ski for the latest snow conditions.
When will it snow in Hintertux?
The next notable snow forecast is 1in, expected on 11 March, with around 5in forecast over the next 7 days.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Hintertux Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 25 miles | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 63 miles | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 34 miles | |
| Downhill Total Length | 147 miles | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 17 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 67 | |
Tux - Finkenberg Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 3 | 22 miles |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 14 | 82 miles |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 7 | 37 miles |
| Downhill Total Length | 141 miles | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 17 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 59 | |
Hintertux Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 10,663ft |
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| Resort Altitude (Hintertux) | 4,921ft |
| Lowest Trail | 4,265ft |
| Max Vertical | 6,398ft |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
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| Beginners | |
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| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
The mountains at Hintertux reach an elevation of 3,250 meters, featuring the Hintertux Glacier ski area. Key lifts include the Gletscherbus 1 and 2, while notable pistes such as the Olperer and the Harakiri challenge skiers with their steep descents.
Hintertux offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.
Ski Lessons in Hintertux
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Hintertux Ski Schools and Hintertux Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarding at Hintertux is enhanced by the terrain parks, including the Betterpark, which offers a variety of jumps and rails. The glacier conditions ensure excellent snow quality for freestyle enthusiasts.
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Location and Map
Where is Hintertux?
This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Tux, Politischer Bezirk Schwaz.
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Hintertux is Innsbruck Airport, 80 minutes drive away.
Munich, Salzburg and Bolzano airports are all within three hours drive.
To reach Hintertux, fly into Innsbruck Airport, approximately 85 kilometers away. From there, you can drive or take a train to the resort, enjoying scenic views along the way.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 67 ski lifts are able to uplift 97,250 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 75 miles of ski runs, with 120 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Hintertux open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Hintertux is usually open all year.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
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Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, enjoy après-ski at popular spots like the Tuxer Ferner Haus and the Spannagelhaus. These venues offer a mix of vibrant atmospheres, drinks, and hearty meals.
