A stay in this small village near Mayrhofen in the heart of the Zillertal leaves you relaxed and invigorated in equal measure. Stay well away from the buzz of the larger neighbouring resorts in the evenings, but enjoy access to the same super skiing throughout the day. With nearby glacial skiing year round, there’s never a bad time to ski Finkenberg!
You’ll be amazed at the amount of skiing you can access during a stay here. In the heart of the Zillertal valley, this small traditional village is a haven for those seeking a week away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and spending every last moment on the slopes.
The picturesque village, which is the home of Olympic skiing champion Leonhard Stock, also boasts a natural ice rink, which is sure to keep everyone entertained off the pistes.
A much quieter and cheaper alternative to its more well-known neighbour Mayrhofen, a stay in Finkenberg will give you access to all the same breath-taking terrain. Mayrhofen’s proximity is definitely worth taking advantage of. Just the other side of Penken, you can ski there in the day – though it comes alive at night when a five minute bus ride will take you to some of the best après ski parties in Europe; a must for night owls at least once during the week.
It’s also a very travel friendly resort- there are three airports an easy transfer away- Munich and Salzburg are both a two hour drive, whilst if you’re flying into Innsbruck you’re only an hour from the slopes when you land.
The standard ski pass for the area covers the Ski and Glacier World Zillertal 3000 area, which is impressive in its own right, but if you’re able to stay for longer than three days- which we assume you want to- then you’re automatically upgraded to the Zillertal SuperSkipass. This gives you access to almost 500km of pistes and 178 lifts including the Hintertux glacier- you’ll be doing very well indeed to cover it all in a week! Free use of all of the local ski busses is included as well, so you’ll be able to pop between resorts to your heart’s content.
The nearest airport to Finkenberg is Innsbruck at 60 km or about 50 minutes by car
The nearest ski resorts to Finkenberg include Zillertal Superski, Mayrhofen, Zell am Ziller.
The restaurant at the Hotel Kristall has become a local favourite under the watchful eye of the head chef Thomas Buchsteiner. Awarded the AMA Gastro seal of approval for its commitment to high quality locally sourced ingredients- many from its own farm- the traditional menu is sure to warm you on a cold winter’s eve.
The natural ice rink at the base station if the Finkenberg Almbahnen cable car is a great place to spend the evening. The more laid back will be keen to try curling on one of the natural lanes marked on the ice, if you’ve still got some energy left, you’ll soon find out that skating on a natural rink is a great way to spend an evening under the stars.
Schneekarhütte With an exquisite menu and fine wine list, the Schneekarhütte at the top of the Horberg is the place to go if you want to dine in style on the slopes. The a la carte restaurant offers an impressive selection of local dishes, whilst the bistro is perfect if you want to nip in out of the cold for a snack and hot chocolate!
The après ski scene is in keeping with a town of its size and is quieter and cosier than an all-out party town. However, there are some great places to eat and drink on the mountain and with Mayrhofen just a bus ride away, the more seasoned party goer has ample opportunities just around the corner. The Igloo Bar at the Ahorn Plateau is a great place for a drink at the end of your day on the slopes. Enjoy the views of the surrounding peaks whilst you relax on the sun terrace with a stein of cold beer. After a tour of the igloo village, you’ll be even more grateful of your warm hotel that evening! The area’s leading après bar is the Laterndl, where you’re sure to have ‘a hell of a lot of fun’. It’s no idle boast either- great bar food, regular drink deals and nightly DJs ensure that whether you’re there for a quick pint or the whole evening, you’ll end up having a great time.
White Lounge Igloo Bar Visit the Igloo Bar at the top of the Ahorn for a truly unique start to your evening. There’s a fantastic sun terrace so you can soak up the sun whilst enjoy a cold one overlooking the fantastic views of the neighbouring peaks. The curious can go on a quick tour of the Igloo village to find out a bit more about these incredible buildings
In Finkenberg there are a few shops, a Sparmarkt supermarket where you can get food and drink, batteries, films, meat and so on and then there are couple of rentals shops which sell or rent skis, snowboards, ski and sports wear. Bicycles can also be rented.
There are many more shops in the neighbouring town of Mayrhofen, only three kilometres (two miles) away where there are more supermarkets, sport shops, fashion stores, bakeries etc.
Insider Sportshop Alongside some great rental equipment for skiers and boarders, the Insider Sportshop also has everything you need for your week on the slopes. If you’ve dropped a glove or hat on the chairlift, or just fancy a new jacket, then their knowledgeable staff will be sure to point you in the right direction with some friendly advice.
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Maximum and minimum adult Finkenberg lift pass prices ranged from €249 to €249 for 6 days access to the Finkenberg ski lift system at the start of the 2025 winter season. Our lift passes are part of a packaged Finkenberg 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 |
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1 Day Price | €24 - €24 | €52 - €52 | N / A |
6 Day Price | €112 - €112 | €249 - €249 | N / A |
Age Range | 6 - 14 | N / A | N / A |
Most of our ski holidays to Finkenberg packaged with flights include airport transfers. We can also arrange private transfers to Finkenberg from nearby airports
Flights from London take about 2 hours to Innsbruck, Salzburg. This table shows approximate transfer times to Finkenberg from the nearest airports, smaller airports can be more prone to delays.
Airport | Distance | Transfer Time |
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Innsbruck | 60 km | 50 minutes |
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.
The transfer time from alpine train stations are generally shorter than from airports, Call us for details of Finkenberg transfers.
Station | Distance | Transfer Time |
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Mayrhofen | 4 km | 4 minutes |
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