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Mayrhofen Resort Guide
Closed for the season
Best months to book: March, February, January · last season + 30-yr record
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Closed for the season — closed April 26
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Sep 17
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Resort Guide
Mayrhofen is a prominent ski resort located in the Zillertal Valley of Tyrol, Austria, offering access to over 142 kilometers of pistes and a diverse range of slopes suitable for all abilities. The resort is known for its vibrant alpine village atmosphere, the challenging Harakiri run—Austria’s steepest groomed slope—and the expansive Penken and Ahorn ski areas. Key amenities include modern lift systems, family-friendly facilities, and a renowned après-ski scene, making Mayrhofen a standout destination for both adventure seekers and leisure travelers.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Mayrhofen
Lifts
61
Skiable area
600 ac
Longest run
6 km / 3.7 mi
Runs by difficulty(56 total)
Beginner
17
30% of terrain
Intermediate
27
49% of terrain
Advanced
12
21% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
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
Ice Bar Mayrhofen – A legendary après-ski hotspot located at the base of the Penkenbahn, Ice Bar is renowned for its energetic atmosphere, lively music, and packed crowds, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers and snowboarders to celebrate after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Sep 22, 12:03 AM UTC
5cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-99%
vs 5-Year Avg
368cm avg by now
-99%
vs 30-Year Avg
379cm 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 (379 cm).
Mayrhofen Season Snowfall
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Mayrhofen Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 466cm with an average of 87 snowfall days per season. 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 | 61cm | 11 days | 22cm | 45cm | 14cm |
| December | 64cm | 12 days | 57cm | 80cm | 13cm |
| January | 63cm | 12 days | 87cm | 108cm | 12cm |
| February | 60cm | 12 days | 107cm | 125cm | 12cm |
| March | 69cm | 13 days | 116cm | 138cm | 14cm |
| April | 55cm | 10 days | 103cm | 132cm | 11cm |
| May | 32cm | 6 days | 39cm | 83cm | 10cm |
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
63 days scored, from 22 Feb
56
Best Day
27 Mar
3
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
4
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 5522 Feb17cm
- 4123 Feb2cm
- 3825 Feb6cm
March 2026
- 5627 Mar8cm
- 5228 Mar1cm
- 4931 Mar10cm
April 2026
- 471 Apr3cm
- 412 Apr
- 393 Apr1cm
February scored highest for Mayrhofen in 2025-26. Based on 63 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 Dec 4, 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 Mayrhofen
- Where is Mayrhofen?
- Mayrhofen is a ski resort in Austria.
- How high is Mayrhofen?
- Mayrhofen runs from a base elevation of 630 m (2,067 ft) to a summit of 2,500 m (8,202 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,870 m (6,135 ft).
- How big is Mayrhofen?
- Mayrhofen has 1,483 acres (600 hectares) of skiable terrain, 56 marked runs and 61 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Mayrhofen?
- Mayrhofen 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 Mayrhofen?
- Mayrhofen typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Mayrhofen get in a typical season?
- Mayrhofen averages 86 inches / 219 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
