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Alpbach Ski Holidays

At a glance

  • Picturesque village
  • Brilliant family resort
  • Excellent for beginners

Great for

  • Families
  • Couples
  • Beginners and lower intermediate skiers
Alpbach ski holidays

Ski Holidays in Alpbach

Alpbach is said to be the most beautiful village in Austria and it’s not hard to see why: this picturesque, chocolate-box village in Western Austria oozes traditional Troylean charm and boasts sensational mountain views. These together with the resort’s modern amenities, varied ski area and a relaxed, friendly atmosphere make it a great location for a quiet ski holiday.

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

Alpbach Stats

Top Altitude
2,030m
Bottom Altitude
1,000m
Resort Altitude
1,000m
Total Piste
45km (local) 109km (area)
Longest Run
4km
Slope Orientation
NW, N
Vertical Drop
1,209m
Skiable Vertical
1,209m
Night Skiing
Yes
Glacier Skiing
No

Voted as Austria's most beautiful village, this West Austrian ski resort is one of the larger in Tyrolean resorts. It was established in the 1930s and has been a popular ski destination with Brits ever since, particularly couples, families and anyone looking for a peaceful ski holiday. It's easy to understand why we can't get enough of this picturesque resort - the village is quiet and has maintained a lot of its traditional charm. It's pretty much car-free, with no main roads running through the centre. This resort's accommodation is mainly hotels, which offer a good range of facilities to suit every traveller's needs.

In terms of location, the region is within comfortable driving distance from four major airports making your transfer simple and giving you a convenient start to your holiday. The ski area offers endless powdery pistes making it a great place to start, or continue, your love affair with skiing! The main lift is only a 4-minute bus journey from the village.

While you'll feel like you've stepped back in time, all modern conveniences are easily found here. You don't need to worry about over-packing a suitcase for your holiday; there are two supermarkets in the village where you can purchase your necessities during your stay. There is a fantastic range of restaurants, including romantic fine dining establishments, local cuisine and great places for families.

The après ski here is fairly quiet compared to larger Austrian resorts, making it ideal for those seeking a peaceful holiday but there are some good bars for those looking to enjoy a drink or two. Off slope activities are abundant - there is an ice rink and sledging slopes, both of which are great activities for kids and a large indoor swimming complex with pools suited to children and adults, with large Jacuzzis to relax in!

Winter Sports Ratings

Beginners

Intermediate

Advanced

Snowboarding

Alpbach Transfer Times

Innsbruck 58 km, 1 hr
Munich 168 km, 2 hrs
Salzburg 143 km, 1 hr 45

The nearest airport to Alpbach is Munich / München at 160 km or about 2 hours by car

What's the ski area like in Alpbach?

The local ski area is part of the famous Ski Juwel which connects to other resorts including Auffach, Kramsach, Niederau, Oberau, Reith im Alpbachtal and Thierbach. You can enjoy night-time skiing here between Christmas and March. Night skiing is a truly breath-taking experience and will give you lasting memories of a fantastic holiday.

Which other ski resorts are near to Alpbach?

The nearest ski resorts to Alpbach include Niederau, Oberau.

Ski Area Facts

LocationTirol
Established1930
Downhill45km (local) 109km (area)
Lift Pass6-day adult €254.50

Beginner Slopes

32km22%

Intermediate Skiing

77km54%

Advance & Expert Terrain

35km24%

Snowboarding Trails

45km (local) 109km (area)100%

What is Alpbach like for Beginner skiers?

The area is best suited to beginners, with excellent facilities for learning to ski, including 3 nursery slopes for those who want to find their feet before getting out on the pistes. The longest piste is a 4km family run in Inneralpbach which is a great run to do as a family at the end of the week. Alpbach is a fantastic place to learn to ski and will ignite a passion for the sport that will make you want to return every year.

What is Alpbach like for Intermediate skiers?

The ski area also caters well for intermediates with a decent number of red pistes to explore and enjoy.

What is Alpbach like for Advanced skiers?

Whilst there is no significant choice for expert skiers, there are two black runs that offer some challenging routes. Expert skiers should attempt the area’s most challenging route, which is at the top of Gmahkopf. The slope goes down from the top of the gondola down to Inneralpbach and is an excellent route for the more adventurous skier.

What is Alpbach like for snowboarding?

With reasonably wide and quiet slopes, Alpbach is a great destination for snowboarders, particularly beginners. If you’re looking to have a go at some freestyle, the recently opened Fun Park is excellently suited to snowboarders and skiers alike, with a good selection of kickers, rollers and rails. For those of a higher standard, there’s also a 40-metre half-pipe and some incredible natural terrain for freeriding.

What is Alpbach like for off-piste skiing?

There also 17km of marked off-piste for advanced skiers to explore. They are usually quiet and crowd-free so that you can enjoy some peaceful powder skiing.

Alpbach Restaurants

There are plenty of restaurants around the resort, and most of the hotels offer fine dining. Flo’s restaurant and bar has a great children’s menu if you’re looking for a family meal out. A perfect place for couples and groups is Liftstüberl which offers excellent food if you plan a romantic night out or celebrate a special occasion. It also has a lively après ski bar where you can enjoy an Austrian beer and dance to the latest hits if you feel like partying after your meal.

Where to eat in Alpbach and on the mountain

Don Camillo Everyone likes a pizza and pasta now and again which makes Don Camillo a great choice if you’re looking for somewhere to eat in Alpbach that will keep everyone happy. The friendly staff at Don Camillo offer a wonderful selection of pizzas fresh from the oven, tasty pasta dishes as well as fresh salads. With a fantastic selection of Italian wines to accompany your meal, it’s a great place to enjoy good food, good drink and the company of your group or family.

Post Alm A very well known restaurant in the centre of Alpbach, Post Alm is one of the hotspots in the village of the English community as well of locals – a place where you can feel at home, relax and have a great time. This brilliant restaurant serves delicious food and wines, both regional and international. It’s open every day in the winter season from 3:00pm to 3:00am and every Tuesday and Sunday you can also enjoy live music.

The Achenwirt The Achenwirt has run as a restaurant for over 500 years, and oozes history and character! Its owner (who is also the chef) has run the restaurant for 20 years with his family, providing delicious food and a lovely relaxed atmosphere. Only the best quality foods are used to make sure you have an excellent dining experience. The location of this restaurant is brilliant, very near to the liftstation of the wiedersbergerhornbahn. You’ll meet all kind of people, famers, workers, doctors, advocats and others. See their website (der-achenwirt.at) for an idea of all the tasty dishes on offer! The Achenwirt is open throughout the day from 8:30am – it’s a popular place to eat so do book in advance for evening meals.

Alpbach Après Ski

As the resort caters mainly for families and couples the après ski is fairly casual compared to other Austrian resorts. Despite this, you can still find somewhere where the atmosphere can be quite lively with a selection of bars, including two après ski inns to choose from. One of the most popular venues is Joe Salettl’s, an attractive sun terrace with amazing views to gaze at with a drink in hand. Jakober bar is the main attraction for many visitors and locals, with great drinks and live music.

Bars Late Night Clubs and Cafes in Alpbach

Gondelalm Spend your après ski in this brilliant Alpbach venue. With an interior of gondolas and a fantastic range of drinks you can relax and let your hair down with some traditional Austrian après ski after a day on the slopes. Gondelalm can be found next to the Wiedersberghorn inn and is run by the Hatty Mück family.

Post Alm With a superb location right in the middle of Alpbach, Post Alm is a popular place for après ski in Alpbach for Brits as well as locals! Here you can enjoy live music on Tuesdays and Sundays as well as an excellent range of drinks for every taste including locally made spirits as well as international favourites. As well as alcoholic options, there are also lots of non-alcoholic beverages.

Alpbach Activites for Non-skiers

You’ll find lots to do off the slopes if you fancy a break from skiing or if there is a non-skier in your party. For an active day, why not try sledging or ice skating? There are also some great winter hiking routes if you want to see the sights on foot. For a different way to spend some time, visit the indoor swimming complex with pools for adults and children and Jacuzzis for those aching muscles after a day on the slopes.

Segway treks For an exciting new way to discover the mountains during your summer stay in Alpbach, take a Segway trek! Easy to use and very fun, this is a great outdoor activity for families and groups in Alpbach because anyone aged 10 up can enjoy it in all weather conditions.

Ice Rink If your feet aren’t worn out by skiing, Ice skating is a lovely après ski activity as well as a great thing to do if you want an activity that includes non skiers in your group. Alpbach has an outdoor ice rink in the sports grounds, where opening times are 1pm to 5pm – 7 days a week including public holidays. Skate hire is not available from the rink itself, but you can hire ice skates from some of the local sports shops.

Clothing Food & Souvenir Shops

Alpbach has a new Spar supermarket and a local bakery (excellent bread and occasionally some delicious home-made cakes). Other shops include a butcher, a bakers, a confectioners and the grocers. There is also a souvenir outlet, chemist, postoffice and of course several sports and ski rental shops.

Conny´s Sport Alpbach Hire or buy your winter sports equipment at Conny’s where you will find a great range of skis and snowboards and receive the necessary advice and expertise to find the right equipment for you. Conny’s is located next to the Hotel Post. Conny’s sport now have an online rental shop where you can reserve your equipment online.

Bikerei 701 This Alpbach bakery is run by Peter Radinger and family and sells a great range of fresh breads, cakes and other products. Visit here for your mountain packed lunch or for food to take back to your accommodation and accompany your supper. The bakery is open Monday to Friday from 7am to midday and 2:30pm to 6pm. On Saturdays, it is open from 7am to midday. It is closed on Sundays.

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Best Time to Visit Alpbach

The ski season runs between December and April. Despite the village not being at a particularly high altitude, it enjoys a good snow record, offering powdery fresh snow that is well-preserved on the north-facing slopes. The area isn’t easily defeated in times of low snowfall either - thanks to the slopes covering grassland, you can ski comfortably on a fairly thin layer of snow and there are 67 ski cannons to provide extra snow coverage if needed. For the best times to visit when the town is really buzzing, read about our peak dates below.

What's Alpbach like at Christmas?

During Christmas in Alpbach, the village is beautifully decorated and the kids will be entertained by traditional Christmas carols and Christmas Eve gift exchange. A number of restaurants offer delicious festive menus so you can experience the taste of an Austrian Christmas.
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What's Alpbach like in the New Year?

This is the perfect place to be for a quiet New Year with your family or your partner. You will experience the delights of an authentic Austrian New Year in Alpbach and can party with the locals in an outdoor village party. There are fireworks and live music to enjoy and it really is a great way to see in the New Year!
New Year Ski Holidays

What's Alpbach like in Half-Term?

During half term in Alpbach, the resort is a haven for families, and with great on-slope and off-slope activities for kids, there is something for everyone. Half term is a great time for children to learn to ski, so book in with a ski school before your trip. There are also plenty of things to keep the adults entertained, with the resort offering great ski conditions and excellent food and drink.
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What's Alpbach like at Easter?

A ski trip to Alpbach in Easter is a great family break, with lots of things for the kids to do, including a great Junior Ski Club. The snow cannons ensure that the slopes are still in a good condition late in the season so the skiing is still great!

Alpbach Snow Conditions

Snow Report, History & Forecast

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

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  • Moderate snow Wednesday
  • Light snow Thursday
  • Current snow depth at top
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    34 cm

Ski Accommodation in Alpbach

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Alpbach is a family-oriented resort and an excellent place for a family holiday! There are good ski schools and equipment hire for the kids, with plenty of beginner areas and practise centres with magic carpets. These are a great place for children to get a feel for the sport and find their feet in a friendly and safe environment. For older children and teenagers there is a recently opened Fun Park which is a good place to snowboard and freestyle ski.

There are a number of non-skiing activities you can enjoy as a family, such as sledging or ice skating and the resort regularly hosts a popular children’s party for kids of all ages. You can also visit the resorts large indoor swimming pool complex for some family fun. A lot of the hotels offer childcare and crèche facilities, check when you’re enquiring with us to find out more.

There are a number of family-friendly hotels that are great if you are travelling with kids as well as apartments if you prefer to stick to your own cooking and routines. Another great aspect of this resort for families is that there are plenty of other kids around for your children to play with. As it is the most popular Austrian British resort then your children will make friends easily and have some great buddies to go to ski school with!

We have some brilliant hotels and apartments that will keep parents and children happy in Alpbach. If you are thinking of booking a family holiday over the holidays or during peak date such as Christmas then it is important that you book your accommodation as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

The après ski in the area is fairly quiet compared to other Austrian resorts, making this a good place for a laid back, relaxing group holiday where you can spend quality time with your friends and family. There are no night clubs in the resort but there are a number of après ski bars that can get lively in the evening for those seeking a bit of nightlife.

The region suits mixed ability groups well – it has a good area for beginners and intermediate skiers and black runs and off-piste options for the more advanced skier. Alpbach also has a good connection to surrounding ski regions if more adventurous skiers want to travel further afield in search of more challenging slopes. A good group experience is night time skiing which you can do Tuesday, Friday and Saturday evenings from Christmas until March. Although the resort is centred on skiing there are a number of other activities that non-skiers can partake in if some of your party prefer to stay off the skis. Non-skiers can still enjoy an active holiday hiking, ice skating or sledging while the rest of the party are on the slopes. There is also a great indoor swimming complex to enjoy and many of the hotels come with spa facilities for a relaxing day being pampered.

We have some brilliant hotels and apartments for group holidays in Alpbach. Book a hotel for the option of booking extra people in later on in the process. You can sometimes request adjacent or adjoining rooms so you and your group can be close by at all time. For a cheaper group holiday, get an apartment: everyone can take turns with cooking and washing up and you can bring your own drinks to enjoy in your accommodation without having to trek back in the evening. Give us a call to find the best places for groups in Alpbach and learn about our fantastic group holiday deals.

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A very good friend goes to Alpbach every year and said it was great, so we thought we’d visit. For the kids (aged 20 and 21) Alpbach was a little boring – they would have found it nicer with a bit more night life. For us, we were so tired after skiing that we just wanted to go into the sauna and drink! To sum... + more
Jack & Katherine, Herefordshire
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Alpbach was great for Laura to learn to snowboard for the first time – she’s like a pro now! After a few days she was going down blacks. The snow was really good, we were very lucky; the conditions were about a 7/10 every day. It snowed the first night so there was a massive dump of snow right at the beginnin... + more
Andy and Laura, Bristol
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The village is small and quiet – it’s supposed to be the prettiest village in Austria. The skiing is super but the connection to Neiderau isn’t worth doing. There is a good variety of slopes but it’s mainly intermediate. + more
Mr Mcintosh, Pebbles
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Ski Extras

How much is a ski pass in Alpbach

Maximum and minimum adult Alpbach lift pass prices ranged from €206 to €229 for 6 days access to the Alpbach ski lift system at the start of the 2025 winter season. Our lift passes are part of a packaged Alpbach 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 €21 - €23 €41 - €46 N / A
6 Day Price €104 - €115 €206 - €229 N / A
Age Range 7 - 14 N / A N / A
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Getting to Alpbach

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

How long does it take to fly to Alpbach from the UK?

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

Airport Distance Transfer Time
Munich / München 160 km 2 hours
Salzburg 150 km 1 hour 40 minutes
Innsbruck 60 km 1 hour
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How long does it take to drive to Alpbach from the UK?

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

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

Station Distance Transfer Time
Brixlegg 12 km 12 minutes
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More Alpbach Information

Alpbach Tourism Office Alpbach is a firm favourite resort that is attractive because of its tree-lines and the Ski Juwel. The Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschönau is one of the most beautiful ski areas in Tyrol. Wiedersberger Horn in Alpbachtal and Schatzberg in Wildschönau form the core of the ski area. The cable cars are a wonderful way to get around and enjoy the breath-taking scenery. In addition, Alpbach is also known as one of the most beautiful villages because of its stunning architecture and stunning mountain peaks - not to mention the flowers and all the colour - a must see. From fireplace ashes to narrow streets and the stunning charm of the village , traditional food and resturants will keep you busy all day when not on the slopes. Most of the runs are blue and red making it an intermediate skiiers ideal ski location and there is no shortage of runs. Alpbach has 109km of slopes and ski routes that sit in the heart of the Juwel region. The tourist office is located in the centre of Alpbach after the church / cemetery. Services offered at the tourism office: - Day Tours - Trail hiking and guided hikes - Lifts - Ski Passes - Information on holiday packages - Brochures and advice Operating Times: 08:30 - 12:30 and then 14:00 - 17:00 Closed on Sundays and public/bank holidays!

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