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Mayrhofen
Ski Holidays

Mayrhofen skiing is great for...

Apres ski

Big ski area

Advanced

Intermediates

Snowboarders

High altitude

Traditional charm

Welcome to Mayrhofen Ski Resort

Loved by intermediates and advanced skiers/snowboarders
High altitude snowsure skiing
Lively slopeside apres and nightlife
Traditional charm

Mayrhofen Austria is one of the best-known winter resorts in the Ziller Valley. Offering a vast playground of perfectly groomed slopes for skiers and boarders, there’s plenty of fun to be had both on and off the slopes, and the resort itself is jam-packed full of old-world charm.

The Mayrhofen ski area is split between Ahorn and Penken. With wide, cruisy pistes, beginners and families flock to Ahorn, while Penken lures in thrill-seekers to take on the legendary Harakiri run – it’s the steepest piste in Austria, reaching a staggering 78% incline in places.

In total, there are 142km of pistes across Mayrhofen ski resort. And if that wasn’t already enough, a 30-minute bus ride takes you to the mighty Hintertux glacier at the top of the valley – with skiing up to 3,200m, the pistes are open all year round for snowsure skiing.

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Resort Information

Resort Altitude

633m

Total Piste KM

142km

No. Skilifts

Snow Range

630m-2500m

Mayrhofen ski runs & ratings

TOTAL: 142km

Beginner(Distance: 44km)

5/10

Intermediate(Distance: 66km)

8/10

Advanced(Distance: 32km)

6/10

Best time to ski in Mayrhofen

Mayrhofen ski resort officially opens in mid-December and closes in April. For a magical time with the kids or a romantic break for two, a pre-Christmas Mayrhofen ski holiday won’t disappoint.

Want to party? The après scene really kicks off later in the season, and April sees the annual Snowbombing Festival come to town – world-renowned DJs and bands take over the mountains for six days of non-stop music and partying.

Snow conditions in Mayrhofen

On the whole, the snow in Mayrhofen is stellar all season. January and February are the most reliable months for fluffy white slopes, but the half-term holiday weeks can get busy. When the temperatures rise in March and April the snow can be a bit less predictable, but there’s always the option to ski on nearby Hintertux Glacier, offering high-altitude snowsure pistes 360 days a year.

Things to do in Mayrhofen

Outdoor activities in Mayrhofen

As well as extensive skiing and snowboarding, there are plenty of outdoor snow sports to do on a Mayrhofen ski holiday. Non-skiers can experience the thrill of cruising down the mountain on a Snow Limo Tour, and the toboggan runs will have everyone screaming to go faster.

Indoor activities in Mayrhofen

Mayrhofen village boasts a variety of shops, traditional Tyrolean restaurants, and cosy cafes for a chilled day off the slopes. The kids will love feeding the goats at the Erlebnissennerei Zillertal Dairy & Show Farm. Or, for a bit more action, scramble the bouldering wall and head to the indoor adventure pool at the Erlebnisbad Mayrhofen leisure centre.

Spa/Wellness in Mayrhofen

A day at the Zillergrund Rock Day Spa will leave you feeling refreshed and revived, and several hotels in Mayrhofen have pool and spa facilities. Erlebnisbad Mayrhofen also has extensive sauna and steam therapies to help take the edge off those post-slope aches and pains.

Festival goers enjoying snowbombing festival after day of skiing on slopes

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Restaurants in Mayrhofen

Wirtshaus zum Griena - Housed in a 400-year-old cabin, this place is full of character. Family-friendly and fuss-free, enjoy authentic Tyrolean cuisine at its best.

Perauer (Gasthof Hotel) - If you’re after a taste of hearty Tyrolean cuisine, this cosy restaurant blends modern cuisine with 300 years of tradition to serve up delicious locally sourced dishes.

Goldkind - Indulge in colourful plates of contemporary, European-inspired food at this stylish café for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. We’re talking fresh salads, zingy poke bowls, and delicious veggie burgers.

Nightlife & Apres in Mayrhofen

The apres in Mayrhofen is vibrant and varied, from lively mountain taverns to cosy pubs and wine bars. Whether you want energetic parties or a quieter evening, Mayrhofen offers something for every kind of night owl.

Pilzbar - Get the evening started at this apres-ski hotspot on the slopes. Sink some well-earned beers, take in the mountain views, and sway those hips.

Bruck’n Stadl - One of Mayrhofen’s all-time classic apres ski bars with a wild party atmosphere. It’s normally packed with skiers piling in off nearby pistes at the end of the day.

Scotland Yard - If you don’t want the fun to stop, dance to live music and DJs until dawn at Scottys – this lively English pub is a far cry from its previous life as a police station.

Hof Bar - This plush wine and cocktail bar in the centre of Mayrhofen serves up friendly chilled vibes for those wanting a quieter evening in the mountains.