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Seefeld Ski Resort
Seefeld is a fairly large, laid-back and traditionally Austrian village in the Innsbruck Valley of Tirol. Its history goes far back, as evidenced by the charming village churches - one of which was built in the 13th Century. Nowadays there are modern facilities and an abundance of luxury hotels with gourmet restaurants and swanky bars to be found here. Skiers and non-skiers alike will love the bundle of activities, events and attractions in this stunningly scenic area.
With a whopping 279km of cross-country skiing trails for different abilities, the area is renowned as top destination for Nordic sports, especially considering it’s been the official host for events including the 1964 and 1976 Winter Olympics and first Winter Youth Olympic Games in 2012. Cross-country is brilliant form of exercise that works more muscles and burns more calories than simply shooting down a piste – the fantastic sights you’ll see on the journey make it all worth it. You could even give Biathlon a go and combine the cross-country with a bit of state-of-the-art rifle shooting.
The 48km ski area is relatively small in comparison to other resorts, but Seefeld’s wealth of activities mean there’s always something to keep visitors busy on or off the snow. Amongst other activities, soak in the scenery on a winter walk along 142km of clear and gritted paths or go tobogganing. You can also have a round of indoor golf, visit the cinema or bowling alley, go for a swim or pamper yourself in one of the relaxing wellness centres.
Bag yourself an appropriately titled ‘Happy Ski Card’ and you’ll have access to downhill skiing over Bergbahnen Rosshütte, Gschwandtkopf, Geigenbühel and Birkenlift that make up the area. If you’re thinking of cross-country skiing around the expansive ‘Olympiaregion’ you can purchase a ‘Guest Card’ which is usually really cheap!
Stats & FAQ
Location: Tirol, Austria
Established: 1933
Open: December – April
Downhill: 37km
View our detailed Seefeld snow forecast or snow report and see all live webcams, piste maps, road and travel maps and lift pass prices. For a picture of historic snow conditions see the snow depths month by month with our Seefeld snow history.
| Nearest Airport & Transfer Time: | |
| Innsbruck Airport | 25mins, 22km |
| Munich Airport | 1hour 30mins, 156km |
| Salzburg | 2hours, 200km |
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| Top Altitude: | 2064m |
| Bottom Altitude: | 1200m |
| Resort Altitude: | 1200m |
| Longest run: | 6km |
| Slope Orientation: | SW NW |
| Vertical Drop: | 864m |
| Skiable Vertical: | 864m |
| Night Skiing: | Yes |
| Glacier: | No |
Snow Report
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| Downhill Runs: | 37km |
| Beginner slopes: | 58% |
| Intermediate: | 36% |
| Advanced slopes: | 6% |
| Lift Pass Price: | €200.50 (6 Day Adult Pass) |
| Nearby resorts: Ischgl, St Anton, Solden, Mayrhofen | |
Skiing/BoardingSkiing in Seefeld
Downhill skiing is mostly split between lifts up the Rosshütte and the Gschwandtkopf which are accessible by car or ski buses, but if there’s one thing everyone can appreciate on or off the piste it will be the gorgeous views across the frosty woodland range.
There’s a reserved nursery area further down the village in Geigenbühel and another at the Birkenlifte. Beginners have a good few runs to pick from up the mountain – the Gschwandtkopf is the best area with wide gentle blues careering down from the summit. The Rosshütte area has some blues as well as more challenging runs for intermediates and experts.
Advanced skiers can find the black runs down from the Seefelder Jock peak at 2064m. Snowboarders will appreciate the well-groomed runs as well as the jumps and rails at the Crazy-Hole snowpark - the Nordic Competence Centre also features two jumps worth testing out. There are some interesting off-piste opportunities over the Rosshütte - hire a guide for the best experience of the powder.
Night skiing is possible here too with a 3km long floodlit blue run featuring modern chairlifts with bubble shields and lovely heated leather seats. Have a go at skiing like James Bond down the SkiMovie run which films you on the way down with the footage ready to be downloaded and shared with friends and family.
Of course, skiing opportunities are vastly extended for those that fancy giving cross-country a go. There’s 279km worth of tracks to cover between 5 villages that make up the ‘Olympiaregion’, which suit different abilities from beginners to pro’s. Look out for Seefeld’s specific cross-country ski school which offers professional equipment and expert tuition. The great thing about cross country is that you get to cover loads of terrain, get a really good workout and revel in the fantastic scenery.
Seefeld Apres Ski
The Ski-Alm at the bottom of the Rosshütte is the most popular place to kick off an evening of après. For a classy sherry together after a day on the slopes head into the Hotel Klosterbräu’s Piano Bar and relax by the fire. Inside the Fundisco you can find the Britannia pub with darts, billiards and pinball machines. Later on the Jeep discothèque opens for some thumping techno late into the evening. The Fledermaus is another recommended club known for its swish cocktails.
For a meal on the mountain, the Reitherjoch Alm is in a wonderful location up the Härmelekopf – try their special sweet Austrian pancakes. For some traditional Tyrolean cuisine or pizza/pasta specialties we recommend the Seefelder Stube found in the centre. The Strandperle is good for fine dining with a wide variety of international dishes – warm up with some goulash and a fine red wine. Nanni's Café is ideal for a coffee break or stopping for some afternoon tea and cake. If you just fancy a great pizza, Il Sole Trattoria Pizzeria is one smashing Italian option.
There are approximately 142km worth of cleared and salted walking paths, so you don’t need to be on cross-country skis to make your way around the gorgeous scenery. Seefeld has an excellent ice rink for skating or curling and you’ll find some natural toboggan runs including one at the Reitherjoch-Alm. Indoors, you can choose between a cinema and bowling alley. The Olympia Sport Centre has a big swimming pool with a massive slide and wellness facilities. Brush up on the skiing history of the village in the Olympic & nostalgia exhibition, or ride an inflatable snow raft together down the Geigenbühel!
Best time to go
Best time to ski Seefeld
Best time to visit & ski Seefeld
At 1200-2064m altitude, peak conditions are usually found around January and February when the snow has had time to build up - records show snowfall and depths have been at their best at this time of year. Towards the end of January in past years, the village has hosted the Seefeld Snow Festival, when countless figures carved out of snow and ice decorate the region, wild parties are thrown and there are live music performances in the centre. Children’s activities are held in the afternoon and fireworks finish the event with a bang – if you like the sound of this, check out when the Festival is on this year and time your travel to suit!
The great thing about Seefeld is that even if the snow isn’t quite up to scratch, there’s so much else do besides skiing and cross-country that you won’t be left at a loose end! Get yourself a breath of fresh mountain air on an inspiring winter walk along the gritted mountain paths. The delightful scenery and pure tranquillity of the mountains is truly inspiring and good for the soul. You can unwind with the extensive sauna features of the Olympia Sport Centre, go tobogganing down a natural run or try your hand at curling, bowling or indoor golf!
Peak Dates
For an action-packed holiday on the snow, come for a festive Christmas in Seefeld. Pick up some stocking fillers at the advent markets then celebrate the big day with a mixture of winter activities. Seefeld Christmas ski holidays ‣
A great time to visit this charming village is New Year in Seefeld. You’ll be transported to the stunning Innsburck valleys where you can party with the locals in modern discothèques. Seefeld New Year ski holidays ‣
The whole family will be happy at February Half Term in Seefeld. This is a fantastic place to learn to ski with wide gentle slopes which are simply pleasure to practise on. Seefeld Half Term ski holidays ‣
Make your way over for Easter in Seefeld and have some snow-bound fun in the sun! Even if the snow isn’t up to scratch in the afternoons there’s a bucket load of activities to entertain. The mountains look dazzling as ever and visitors are found sunbathing by the mountain huts in the afternoons. Seefeld Easter ski holidays ‣
Families in Seefeld
Seefeld is known as a good family resort thanks to its calm atmosphere, child-friendly accommodation and slopes suited especially to beginners and intermediates. The Family & Spa Resort Alpenpark is a great choice for families in an excellent location, just 400m from the nursery slopes. Another family favourite is Hotel Kaltschmid, a short 5 minute walk away from the Geigenbühel beginners' ski lift.
Nursery slopes are situated in reserved little areas below the village, where ski schools provide lessons on the gentle runs. English-speaking instructors teach kids in groups or privately with fun techniques. Teens and adults of different abilities can book group or private lessons with the ski schools as well. Most of the slopes are friendly blues, perfect for those looking to develop their skills or build their confidence on some wide runs. There is a small selection of pleasant red and blacks runs as well, to keep more experienced family members entertained here.
For a fun afternoon, stop for lunch up the mountain at the Reitherjoch-Alm one day and try out the natural toboggan run that’s next to it. There’s also an outdoor ice rink in the village for some leisurely ice skating if you’re legs haven’t had enough of a work out! The Olympia Sports Centre is fantastic if you want to spend some quality time indoors– the pools here are great for families, with separate children’s and toddler pools and a 140-metre white water slide which always goes down well with slightly older children. Grownups can always take some time out to make use of the extensive two-story sauna with themed tranquillity rooms and relaxation pools.
GroupsGroup Holidays Seefeld
Our large hotels are great for bigger groups in Seefeld – more rooms means better chances of vacancies in case you have any stragglers wanting to tag along at the last minute! The Aktiv and Spa Resort Alpenpark is a large property with excellent facilities only 300m from the resort centre. The Hotel Schönruh is another large option in the same area with a charming look about it and cosy interiors. For Tyrolean style the Hotel Helga is a gem in a brilliant location just 100m from the nearest ski lift. Fine diners might be interested in the award winning Hotel Bergresort, which is in an idyllic location amongst natural woodland on the outskirts of the village.
Seefeld is a great ski destination especially for early beginners and intermediates, with more than enough to keep non-skiers entertained off the slopes as well. The resort is good for first-timers with reserved nursery areas - the majority of slopes are gentle blue runs that will keep novices more than happy up the mountain. For more experienced snow lovers, there are some off piste opportunities to be seized and leisurely black and red runs to try out locally. There’s always the chance to spread your wings and give cross-country skiing a go here - with 279km of professionally prepared trails designed for all abilities it’s one of the best places in the world to give it a go. Hire an instructor from the specialist cross-country school one day for a private group lesson to see what it’s all about - since there are no ski lifts it’s usually very cheap too!
Off the slopes there’s a wealth of things to get up to. Perhaps the best feature besides the luxury facilities in many of the hotels is the Olympia Sports Centre - have a spa day or enjoy the range of swimming pools if you fancy some exercise. You’ll also find an ice rink and a natural toboggan run as well as roughly 142km of lovely winter walking trails to admire the stunning scenery.
There are some great restaurants and bars to choose between. Try the sweet Austrian pancakes at the Reitherjoch Alm up the Härmelekopf, or grab a table at Sailer’s in the village for Tyrolean specialties and pizzas. At the foot of the slopes, the Ski-Alm is the most popular joint for some après ski. Yannick's is another cool bar with a real chilled-out vibe. When it comes to nights out, there are 3 clubs– the Fledermaus and Nightstar pump out some techno tunes, or the Fundisco Jeep is popular for letting it all go and having a good dance.
Which are the best ski holidays in Seefeld?
| Accommodation | Number of nights | Price (per person) from |
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| DAS Kaltschmid Familotel | 7 | £ 612 |
| Hotel Seefelderhof | 7 | £ 969 |
| Hotel Schönruh | 7 | £ 978 |
| Alpenpark Resort | 7 | £ 1038 |
| Hotel Krumers Post | 7 | £ 1238 |
| Hotel Seefelderhof | 7 | £ 877 |
| VAYA Seefeld | 7 | £ 935 |
| Hotel Bergland | 7 | £ 1041 |
| Hotel Residenz Hochland | 7 | £ 1089 |
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