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Pitztal Glacier Resort Guide
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Pitztal Glacier is located in Tyrol, Austria, and is renowned as the country’s highest glacier ski area, offering skiing and snowboarding from September to May. The resort features wide glacier slopes, modern lift facilities, and panoramic views of the surrounding Alps, with the Wildspitzbahn lift reaching 3,440 meters. Visitors can enjoy a variety of winter sports, including cross-country skiing and tobogganing, as well as amenities such as the Café 3.440, Austria’s highest café, and a family-friendly atmosphere. The glacier’s reliable snow conditions and high-altitude terrain make it a standout destination for early and late-season skiing.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Pitztal Glacier
Lifts
12
Skiable area
452.2 ac
Longest run
4 km / 2.5 mi
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
No ski pass found
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Schirmbar Kristall – A popular après-ski spot located at the base of the Pitztal Glacier, Schirmbar Kristall is known for its lively atmosphere, panoramic mountain views, and a vibrant mix of music and drinks, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
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Season Total
This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
324cm avg by now
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vs 30-Year Avg
355cm avg by now
324cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~0 cm. That's 100% below the 5-year average (324 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 100% below the 30-year average (355 cm).
Pitztal Glacier Season Snowfall
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Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Sep 26, 2026
Through May 2, 2027
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 Pitztal Glacier
- Where is Pitztal Glacier?
- Pitztal Glacier is a ski resort in Austria.
- How high is Pitztal Glacier?
- Pitztal Glacier runs from a base elevation of 1,640 m (5,381 ft) to a summit of 3,440 m (11,286 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,800 m (5,906 ft).
- How big is Pitztal Glacier?
- Pitztal Glacier has 1,117 acres (452 hectares) of skiable terrain, 20 marked runs and 12 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Pitztal Glacier?
- Pitztal Glacier is on the No ski pass found. 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 Pitztal Glacier?
- Pitztal Glacier typically operates from September to May. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Pitztal Glacier get in a typical season?
- Pitztal Glacier averages 178 inches / 453 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
