Peak Elevation
3,440 m
11,286 ft
Vertical Drop
755 m
2,477 ft
Skiable Area
120 ha
296.5 ac
Avg Snowfall
443 cm
174.4 in
Lifts
7
Pitztal Glacier Weather Forecast
About
The Pitztal Glacier is the highest glacier ski area in Tyrol, at the head of the Pitztal valley in Austria. The Wildspitzbahn cable car carries skiers to 3,440 meters, where Café 3440 is the highest café in the country, and the glacier holds about 40 kilometers of piste on snow-sure terrain. Linked to the Rifflsee area, it opens in September and runs into May.
Terrain
Difficulty Breakdown
Local symbols shown first, North American second
Lifts & Conditions
Amenities
Operated by Pitztaler Gletscherbahn GmbH & Co KG
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Pitztal Glacier have?
Pitztal Glacier has 7 ski lifts, with a combined uphill capacity of approximately 18,144 riders per hour.
What is the vertical drop at Pitztal Glacier?
Pitztal Glacier has a vertical drop of 2,477 feet (755 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Pitztal Glacier?
The summit of Pitztal Glacier sits at 11,286 feet (3,440 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Pitztal Glacier have?
Pitztal Glacier has 40 marked trails, totaling roughly 24.85 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Pitztal Glacier?
Pitztal Glacier covers 296.5 acres (120 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Pitztal Glacier offer night skiing?
No, Pitztal Glacier does not offer night skiing.
Does Pitztal Glacier have snowmaking?
Yes, Pitztal Glacier has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Pitztal Glacier get each year?
Pitztal Glacier averages around 174.4 inches (443 cm) of snowfall per season.