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Axamer Lizum Ski Holidays

At a glance

  • Easy access to other resorts
  • Intermediate and advanced skiers
  • Near Innsbruck

Great for

  • Varied terrain
  • World class skiing
  • Former host of the Winter Olympics
  • One of the highest resorts in Austria

Ski Holidays in Axamer Lizum

Ski in the tracks of some of the Olympic greats at this former Olympic ski resort, which ranks with the best in Austria. With some of the highest altitudes in the country, it offers a snow-sure haven for intermediate and advanced skiers with a variety of slopes off-piste.

  • Flight Time
  • 2 hours
  • From London
  • Nearest Airports
  • Innsbruck, Salzburg
  • Time zone
  • GMT + 1 hour
  • Language
  • German
  • Currency
  • Euros
  • Ski Season
  • Dec - April

Axamer Lizum Stats

Top Altitude
2340m
Bottom Altitude
1580m
Resort Altitude
880m
Total Piste
40km
Longest Run
Women’s Olympic Slope 3.1km
Slope Orientation
NSEW
Vertical Drop
780m
Skiable Vertical
780m
Night Skiing
No
Glacier Skiing
Stubai 54km away

Axamer Lizum is a snow-sure ski resort located south-west of Innsbruck. Boasting a top altitude of 2340m, it’s the highest resort in the area and one of the highest in Austria. Surrounded by attractive forestry, this scenic village is fairly small, quiet and mostly traffic free with traditional Austrian architecture. The resort is conveniently positioned 25km from Innsbruck and is a short transfer from the nearest airport. It was purpose built for the Olympic Games in 1964 (and hosted the Winter Olympics again in 1976) and the quality of the pistes reflects this - the skiing here is considered world class and skiers will find themselves gliding down the slopes in the tracks of former world champions.

One of the attractions of this resort is that it’s snow sure all season with natural powdery snow. It offers some fast, challenging and exciting terrain with some VERY difficult slopes at the top of the mountain and the well-groomed pistes have made it a haven for keen skiers for the last 50 years.

10 ski lifts here are able to transport 1,200 people an hour. There’s a good free ski bus that takes skiers from the village to the mountain lifts and you can also take the bus to Innsbruck to explore the town. As the ski area is quite small, you might want to consider purchasing a Glacier Lift Pass which gives you access to Nordpark, Patscherkofel, Kühtai, Rangger Köpfl, Glungezer, Schlick 2000, and Stubai Glacier - these offer excellent terrain and even glacier skiing.

Since the Winter Olympics, Axamer Lizum remains based around winter sport. As well as skiing, you can try tobogganing, ice skating, ice curling and snow shoeing. The village has a swimming pool and bowling alley as well as a supermarket and occasional markets.

Winter Sports Ratings

Beginners

Intermediate

Advanced

Snowboarding

Axamer Lizum Transfer Times

Innsbruck 35mins-1hr

The nearest airport to Axamer Lizum is Innsbruck at 10 km or about 20 minutes by car

What's the ski area like in Axamer Lizum?

The Axemer Lizum ski area is the largest near Innsbruck, with 40km of piste. The modern Hoadlbahn Gondola takes 6min to whisk you straight up from the car to the top of the ski area .

Which other ski resorts are near to Axamer Lizum?

The nearest ski resorts to Axamer Lizum include Fulpmes, Oberperfuss, Telfes in Stubai, Mieders and Muttereralm..

Ski Area Facts

LocationAustria, Tyrol
Established1964
Downhill40km
Lift Pass€ 173 (adult 6 day)

Beginner Slopes

11km27%

Intermediate Skiing

23km56%

Advance & Expert Terrain

7km17%

Snowboarding Trails

40km100%

What is Axamer Lizum like for Beginner skiers?

Axamer Lizum accommodates well for beginners with brilliant ski schools and some good quality nursery slopes at the base of the mountain. The beginner’s slopes are considered fairly challenging for those completely new to the sport, but being thrown into the deep end is an excellent way to learn and once you’ve learned to ski here, you’re likely to find other resorts a doddle.

What is Axamer Lizum like for Intermediate skiers?

It’s primarily a haven for intermediate with a range of varied terrain and original Olympic routes.

What is Axamer Lizum like for Advanced skiers?

The ski area is first-rate for intermediate and advanced skiers For those wanting to put their speed to the test, there’s a speed measurement course where you can find out how fast you travel. This is great place to compete with friends or simply try and beat your own personal record. If you’re feeling extra confident there is a public ski race... If completive skiing isn’t really to your taste and you’d rather ski the slopes unchecked there’s a good amount of terrain. Birgitzkoepfl is a demanding slope for the advanced skier and the highly recommended Women’s Olympic slope and Pleisen are some of the fastest pistes in the area! The resort has brilliant connections to other ski areas and skiers can easily travel further afield to find glaciers and other skiing delights – ask for a Glacier lift pass

What is Axamer Lizum like for snowboarding?

This is a great destination for snowboarders – don’t be surprised to see Max Plotzeneder and the likes here - and has excellent freestyle and freeriding terrain to top it off, notably the newly shaped Golden roofpark. Popular with ‘boarders and freestyle skiers who want to practise some tricks, there’s a terrain park with a half-pipe as well as jumps and naturally formed gullies.

What is Axamer Lizum like for off-piste skiing?

You’ll also find a good amount of off-piste, especially when there’s been fresh snow.

Axamer Lizum Restaurants

Foodies are blessed with an excellent range of restaurants and eateries here - you’ll find a wide range of choice from casual restaurants for quick lunches to fine dining establishments for a nice night out. Pleisenbutte is near the base of Pleisen station and satisfies hungry stomachs with authentic, home cooked food in a rustic mountain hut. A delicious restaurant that’s perfect for a special night out is Panoramo Resturant Hodal Haul, located at 2,340m on the Olypiabahn, with beautiful breath-taking views and gourmet delights.

Axamer Lizum Après Ski

The après ski here is suited to those who, after a long day on the slopes, want to relax with good friends, appetizing food and delicious drinks. There are six pubs in the area and two nightclubs a short bus ride away. Axamer Lizum’s proximity to Innsbruck means that party lovers have easy access to a livelier night out - this is a fantastic way to end the holiday and enjoy the great après ski Austria has to offer! There are a number of ski huts where you can relax with a drink and enjoy some live music after a day on the slopes. Lizumstubn is a lively hangout and one of the most popular après ski venues around. It’s perfect for a daytime pint or you can head there in the evening for a social night out! If you fancy something that reflects traditional Austria, Stamperl has a good range of drinks for a quieter evening with a rustic feel.

Axamer Lizum Activites for Non-skiers

There are loads of ways to enjoy your holiday that don’t involve food or drink (or even skiing). Tobogganing is fun for all ages and there’s an indoor swimming pool with slides that kids will love. Holidaymakers can enjoy a number of other non-ski activities such as bowling, ice curling and romantic torch-lit walks.

Clothing Food & Souvenir Shops

There are about 15 shops in Axams and of course the big city shopping opportunities of Innsbruck are a short bus ride away.

In Axams along with half a dozen food stores and four sports and ski shops there are two bakeries, two florists and a chemist.

There are also banks, cash machines and a hairdressers.

Best Time to Visit Axamer Lizum

With some of the highest altitudes in the Austrian Alps, the area offers snow sure conditions all season. It has an impressive snow history meaning skiers can book a holiday with confidence – check out our snow history and snow forecast pages for an idea of the conditions in different months. The resort is bustling all year round but is especially busy during peak times such as half term or Christmas.

What's Axamer Lizum like at Christmas?

If you want a traditional Austrian White Christmas, Axamer Lizum is an amazing place to visit. The Christmas skiing here is sensational and you’ll certainly work up an appetite for the festive food that the restaurants and hotels have to offer.

What's Axamer Lizum like in the New Year?

The ski conditions are excellent in Axamer Lizum at New Year. Enjoy amazing snow and either spend a quiet New Year in the village or head to Innsbruck for some lively celebrations.

What's Axamer Lizum like in Half-Term?

Half term in Axamer Lizum is a popular week to ski due to the excellent snow quality and intermediate slopes. It’s a fun place for a family break – particularly if you’re with kids who are already familiar with skiing.

What's Axamer Lizum like at Easter?

The high altitude of the resort makes Axamer Lizum at Easter perfect for a late season Austrian ski break.

Axamer Lizum Snow Conditions

Snow Report, History & Forecast

View our detailed Axamer Lizum snow report to see skiing confitions now. Our Axamer Lizum snow history shows you what snow depths have been in recent years month-by-month. If you're visiting soon, use the Axamer Lizum snow forecast to see predicted snowfall over the coming days.

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Axamer Lizum is particularly suited to families with older children who are already established skiers as there is a limited amount of easy beginner runs and lots of challenging intermediate terrain. Complete beginners won’t be lost though – under the watch of excellent ski schools and instructors, quick learners will be out on the more difficult slopes in no time.

There are some great non-ski activities where all the family can enjoy quality time tobogganing and ice skating, swimming pool or bowling. The resort has a “Kids Land” with a play area which children will love. Most of the restaurants here cater excellently for children and for a great kid’s choice, visit the Magic Mountain restaurant which has an extensive kids menu.

Hotels in the area are child friendly – small families can look at triple rooms and if you’re travelling with a baby or toddler you can request room with a crib. Some of our hotels offer childcare and children’s facilities – browse below or give us a call to find out more.

Axamer Lizum caters well for mixed ability groups of skiers and non skiers. Ideal for keen beginners and confident skiers, the ski area offers a good amount of varied terrain including some great off piste. Non-ski activities here are good, with bowling, ice skating and tobogganing amongst the range of available activities. If you’re travelling with non-skiers, book a hotel with wellness facilities so they can spend the day relaxing while everyone else is hitting the slopes. Après ski is fairly quiet and friendly – perfect if you’re interested in casual socialising and enjoying good food and drink.

There are some great accommodation options for groups in Axamer Lizum. If there are likely to be stragglers joining the group later on in the process, our larger hotels are a great option. Hotel Edelweiss is a good accommodation choice for groups with a convenient location, close to the slopes. Our group deals are second to none – see what’s on offer below or give us a call to find the perfect ski holiday for your group size, preferences and budget.

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Götzens is a lovely, beautiful little village. I love it! The skiing facilities were very good. I would recommend getting the Olympic pass, or upgrading while you are here, and then taking the bus to the Stubai glacier for at least one day. It was a very different experience skiing over there than the local ar... + more
Karina Butler, West Sussex
5 out of 5
Axamer Lizum is a small Austrian town/village, not really a ski resort in itself. It has good links to 2 ski resorts by bus. It’s good for people who are on a budget and don’t mind putting the effort in to get to the ski resort in the morning. If you aren’t interested in après ski then it’s fine. There are... + more
Jim Tait, Harrogate
3 out of 5
Axamer Lizum is like a plateau with mountains behind it, the hotels are high up on the plateau and the ski area is the next bit up while Innsbruck is down in the valley. There was hardly anyone on the slopes and for easy skiing, the area is lovely. We wanted to try the glacier one day but it was absolutely free... + more
Jaqueline Larner, Appleby
4 out of 5
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Ski Extras

How much is a ski pass in Axamer Lizum

Maximum and minimum adult Axamer Lizum lift pass prices ranged from €127 to €156 for 6 days access to the Axamer Lizum ski lift system at the start of the 2025 winter season. Our lift passes are part of a packaged Axamer Lizum holiday with accommodation, so prices vary depending on chalet or hotel suppliers. Confirm price for the lift ticket before booking your holiday.

Lift Tickets Child Adult Senior
1 Day Price €15 - €20 €25 - €30 €21 - €25
6 Day Price €77 - €96 €127 - €156 €102 - €128
Age Range 7 - 15 20 - 59 60+

Getting to Axamer Lizum

Most of our ski holidays to Axamer Lizum packaged with flights include airport transfers. We can also arrange private transfers to Axamer Lizum from nearby airports

How long does it take to fly to Axamer Lizum from the UK?

Flights from London take about 2 hours to Innsbruck, Salzburg. This table shows approximate transfer times to Axamer Lizum from the nearest airports, smaller airports can be more prone to delays.

Airport Distance Transfer Time
Innsbruck 10 km 20 minutes

How long does it take to drive to Axamer Lizum from the UK?

Browse our self-drive ski holidays which include your car channel crossing, or go choose accom-only and book your car ferry or tunnel later.

How long is the transfer from nearest Austria train station to Axamer Lizum?

The transfer time from alpine train stations are generally shorter than from airports, Call us for details of Axamer Lizum transfers.

Station Distance Transfer Time
Innsbruck 10 km 10 minutes

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Going to Axamer Lizum under your own steam

For independant travel to Austria, compare accommodation only with Axamer Lizum self-drive packages which include Eurotunnel or ferry.

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