Kitzsteinhorn

Few ski areas are as versatile as Kitzsteinhorn and its surroundings in the Zell am See-Kaprun region. At the high-alpine Kitzsteinhorn glacier ski resort, winter sports enthusiasts enjoy an extra-long ski season from fall to early summer, thanks to its snow-secure altitude and top-notch snow management. 

The Maiskogel ski area, close to the town of Kaprun, is especially popular with families and leisure skiers. Beyond skiing and snowboarding, both Kaprun mountains offer unique attractions and adventure experiences, providing unmatched natural beauty and panoramic views on the edge of Hohe Tauern National Park. 

The ski areas Kitzsteinhorn and Maiskogel are only a 10-minute drive away from Piesendorf Niedernsill and can be reached by the free ski bus and ski train!

Perfectly groomed natural snow slopes on wide glacier terrain against a spectacular high-alpine backdrop make SKIING and SNOWBOARDING at the Kitzsteinhorn a truly special experience. Across a total of 41 km of slopes, skiers can choose from blue, red, and black runs. Further down, families and leisure skiers especially appreciate the gentle slopes and the proximity of the Maiskogel to the town. In Kaprun's town center, beginners take their first turns on the Lechnerberg. 

At Kitzsteinhorn, the starting points for stunning WINTER HIKING TRAILS await at Langwied (1,976 m), the Alpincenter (2,450 m), and the Gletscherjet 4 top station (2,926 m). From Langwied and the Gletscherjet 4 top station, the trails lead to scenic viewpoints, while from the Alpincenter they lead to the ICE CAMP presented by Audi. 

The Kitzsteinhorn is one of Austria's most popular FREERIDE spots and is world-renowned within the scene: the legendary X OVER RIDE, a Freeride World Tour Challenger event, has been held for years on the Lakarschneid competition face. Freeriders can carve their lines in the finest powder along five varied routes close to the lifts. The Freeride INFO BASE at the Alpincenter provides an overview of all freeride routes, guidelines for riding in open terrain, and avalanche transceiver (LVS) checkpoint, and the current avalanche warning level. At the start of each route, an INFO POINT offers details on the slope's conditions and safety tips for off-piste riding. 

For SKI TOURERS, Kitzsteinhorn offers two marked ascent routes starting from Langwied: On the Schneekönigin route, recreational ski tourers climb 474 meters up to the Alpincenter at 2,450 m. The Eisbrecher route rund parallel to the Schneekönigin up to this point and then continues to the top station of the Mauererlift at 2,875 m - ambitious tourers cover a total of 899 meters of elevation here. The route on Maiskogel starts at the Maiskogel parking lot and leads either to the base station of the 3K K-onnection at 1,570 m or to the top station of the Almbahn at 1,733 m. 

The SNOWPARKS at Kitzsteinhorn are world-class, offering freestyle enthusiasts a variety of setups. Already in the fall, riders can tackle the first obstacles in the Glacier Park on the glacier plateau at 2,900 m. In December, the Easy Park opens at 2,600 m. From February to April, Central Park and South Central Park offer numerous features for freestylers to enjoy. 

In November, the top-shaped SUPERPIPE in the Sonnenkarbahn area at Kitzsteinhorn, crafted by Olympic shaper Alli Zehetner and his team, draws the world's elite halfpipe riders to the glacier snow. Turing the annual Pipe Training Weeks, legendary names from the international freestyle scene use the massive halfpipe, with walls up to 6.5 meters high, to prepare for competitions.

Black Mamba - For those who like it steep: With a gradient of up to 63 %, Black Mamba is the blackest run at Kitzsteinhorn. 

Eagle Line - Perfect for aspiring freestylers looking to tackle a variety of terrain: This course is packed with waves, banked turns, and humps with changing obstacles. Even experienced riders will have a blast soaring through the air and feeling the G-forces in the steep turns. 

Maisi Line - On this wave run at Maiskogel, the youngest freestylers can let loose. 

Skiline.cc - All tracking features are available in the app: vertical meters, lift rides, and ski kilometers can be monitored; speed checks at Kristallbahn top station and Maiskogel are accessible; and a SkiMovie of the giant slalom course at the Kitzlifte can be recorded. The Kitzsteinhorn K-ONNECTION CUP includes seven disciplines - completion of four out of seven allows entry for exclusive prizes.

Mogul run - at Kitzsteinhorn 

At 2,600 meters, ice and snow create a breathtaking work of art. From mid-January to mid-April, three igloos shape the winter landscape at Kitzsteinhorn. Inside, they host a setting that perfectly captures the spirit of the times. Ice sculptures, light installations, and soundscapes tell a new story each year, transporting visitors to a different world every season. It's a fully immersive experience that delights all the senses and continues to captivate guests year after year. The materials for the ICE CAMP come from the surrounding nature, which gracefully reclaims them as temperatures rise in spring. 

In addition to an Audi showroom, the ICE CAMP features a sun deck with a snack bar, lounge chairs, and chill music, all with stunning views. 

On the Kitzsteinhorn Explorer Tour, a National Park ranger leads a fascinating journey of discovery from the town center of Kaprun all the way to TOP OF SALZBURG. Along the way, stories and insights into the unique flora and fauna of the Kitzsteinhorn unfold - highlighted by the ride on the 3K K-onnection. Special explorer cabins offer uninterrupted panoramic views of the breathtaking high-alpine winter landscape. 

The subsequent National Park Gallery Tour promises a mystical journey into the heart of the Kitzsteinhorn. At six stations, the ranger provides captivating ingsights into the mountain's history, technology, natural treasures, flora, and fauna, as well as the Hohe Tauern National Park.