The Ski Resort
The two ski resorts Pitztal glacier and Rifflsee welcome all skiers and riders at the end of Pitztal. Both areas combined feature 120 ha and 68 kilometers of skier accessible terrain from September to May.
From Mandarfen you can access all trails around Rifflesee. This area is considered to be ideal for families. Beginners find the practice slope Mandarfen right in the valley. As soon as you feel more comfortable on your skis you can change to the other side of the mountain. From here, grab Rifflseebahn gondola to the ski resort. Up here you can enjoy the trails off Hirschtal lift. At the same time it´s a great place for expert skiers because three blacks are accessible. Grubenkopf with its additional red and black marked runs is a hots pot if you count yourself among experienced skiers. The blue run No. 1 takes you right back into the valley or you can make a turn to Mittelberg along the way.
The underground railway ´Gletscherexpress´ leaves from here in order to bring you to Pitztal´s second ski resort. The area around the mountain station is a kids park where kids go tubing and sliding. This part of the ski resort is mostly designated for intermediate and expert skiers with only two blue runs at Mittagskogel and Brunnenkogel. The remaining trails provide endless choices for experienced athletes. Get a ride to the summit of Hinteren Brunnenkogel with Austria´s highest aerial cableway, the modern Wildspitzbahn. It tops out at 3440 m. Allow yourself a few minutes to enjoy the breathtaking panorama before you hit the wide glacier slopes.
Head to the left at Wildspitzbahn where a halfpipe and a permanent race slope guarantee action for everyone. Take the Mittelbergbahn to additional red slopes, a terrain park and a boardercross. The park is suitable for all levels and abilities. It´s a freestyler´s paradise with different rails, boxes and kickers.
Moreover, Pitztal is well-known among freeriders. Thanks to the ideal situation of being that close to the glacier you can start the season early every year. Try the popular off-pistes at Mittagskogel, overcome 1500 height meters along the way into the valley. The Swiss slope at Mittelbergbahn and tree runs at Mutterkopf in the Rifflesee area provide great conditions for freestylers.
Interesting facts
- Elevated between 1,640 m and 3,440 m, the Ski Resort is the highest elevated Ski Resorts in Austria. The vertical drop from summit to base is 1,800 m. The average difference in altitude between base and summit of Ski Resorts in Austria is 727 m. Most runs are therefore relatively long.
- Average snow depth during the season is 210 cm at summit elevation and 112 cm at base elevation. Snow coverage is usually best during March, offering an average snow depth of 292 cm at summit elevation and 182 cm at the base. Therefore Pitztaler Gletscher - Rifflsee is among the 10 ski Resorts with best snow conditions in Austria.
- Pitztaler Gletscher - Rifflsee features 121 sunny days on average per season. The average for all ski Resorts in Austria is 115 sunny days. November is the sunniest month with an average of 22 sunny days. This makes the ski resort one of the 10 sunniest in Austria.
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On Mountain Dining
Sunna Alm, a mountain restaurant in the area of Rifflsee, spoils guests with savory and sweet treats, plus you can help yourself at the fresh soup buffet. The Rifflsee mountain hat comes with a comfy atmosphere and leaves you tempted to stop for a break. The rustical Tschach Alm/Pitztaler Schihütte at the valley slope pampers winter fans with traditional cuisine.
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The winter hiking trails in St. Leonard are also appealing for a relaxing walk after skiing. This way you get to really enjoy Pitztal´s nature along the cross-country ski trail Rifflsee or you hike all the way from Mandarfen to the Pitztaler Schihütte. The local ski school offers snowshoe hiking as well.
Pitztal is well-known as an ice climbing region. Thanks to the glacier there are many ice falls in St. Leonhard that can be climbed. Both beginners and professionals are going to find personal challenges.
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All Ski Rentals Pitztaler Gletscher - Rifflsee (4)Getting here
You can reach Pitztal via Inntal freeway (A12). Leave at exit Imst-Pitztal and follow the Landesstraße to the lift facilities.
By Public Transportation
Imst is the closest train station and 30 kilometers away. Trains coming from Innsbruck and Landeck have a stop here. Busses travel between Imst and Pitztal. Those coming by plane should book a ticket to Innsbruck.
