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Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort Resort Guide
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Best months to book: March, April, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Last Snowfall
Sep 17
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Resort Guide
Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort is located in the Zillertal Alps of Tyrol, Austria, and is renowned as one of the few ski destinations in the world offering year-round skiing. The resort features over 60 kilometers of slopes, modern lift facilities, and a high-altitude setting that ensures reliable snow conditions. Visitors can enjoy panoramic glacier views, a variety of runs for all skill levels, and unique experiences such as guided glacier tours and the Natural Ice Palace. The resort stands out for its extensive glacier skiing, family-friendly amenities, and comprehensive snow sports offerings throughout all seasons.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort
Lifts
20
Skiable area
2000 ac
Longest run
12 km / 7.5 mi
Lift fleet
- Aerial tram1
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Hohenhaus Tenne – Renowned as one of the largest après-ski venues in the Alps, Hohenhaus Tenne offers a vibrant atmosphere with live music, DJs, and energetic crowds, making it the go-to spot for post-ski celebrations at Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort.
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Sep 22, 11:02 AM UTC
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Season Total
This Season to Date
-99%
vs 5-Year Avg
368cm avg by now
-99%
vs 30-Year Avg
361cm avg by now
368cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~3.7 cm. That's 99% below the 5-year average (368 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 99% below the 30-year average (361 cm).
Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort Season Snowfall
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Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 524cm with an average of 150 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 29% above this average (675cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 70cm | 17 days | 39cm | 67cm | 17cm |
| December | 63cm | 19 days | 81cm | 107cm | 13cm |
| January | 57cm | 18 days | 111cm | 135cm | 12cm |
| February | 54cm | 18 days | 131cm | 153cm | 12cm |
| March | 65cm | 21 days | 144cm | 169cm | 14cm |
| April | 62cm | 19 days | 148cm | 174cm | 13cm |
| May | 55cm | 14 days | 110cm | 145cm | 14cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
52 days scored, from 22 Feb
70
Best Day
22 Feb
9
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
4
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 7022 Feb17cm
- 4824 Feb4cm
- 4425 Feb6cm
March 2026
- 6631 Mar10cm
- 5627 Mar8cm
- 5529 Mar1cm
April 2026
- 681 Apr3cm
- 622 Apr
- 523 Apr1cm
February scored highest for Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort in 2025-26. Based on 52 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Oct 3, 2026
Through Jul 26, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort
- Where is Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort?
- Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort is a ski resort in Austria.
- How high is Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort?
- Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort runs from a base elevation of 1,500 m (4,921 ft) to a summit of 3,250 m (10,663 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,750 m (5,741 ft).
- How big is Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort?
- Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort has 2,000 acres (809 hectares) of skiable terrain and 20 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort?
- Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort is on the Epic Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort?
- Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort typically operates from October to July. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort get in a typical season?
- Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort averages 149 inches / 379 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
