Christlum – Achenkirch Ski Map Download 👇
Christlum – Achenkirch Piste Map and Overview
Christlum in Achenkirch is one of the most underrated ski areas around Lake Achensee, offering a relaxed, family-friendly alternative to Austria’s larger and busier resorts. Set between the Karwendel and Rofan mountains, it combines scenic alpine views with well-groomed slopes and a surprisingly varied ski area for its size. With reliable snowmaking and a sheltered position, it’s known for being both snow-sure and peaceful, making it ideal for skiers who prefer uncrowded pistes and a more local, authentic Tyrolean experience.
Despite being compact, Christlum still delivers plenty of variety for skiers and snowboarders. Beginners benefit from dedicated practice areas and gentle nursery slopes, while intermediates can enjoy long cruising descents through forested terrain. More advanced skiers aren’t left out either, with steeper runs like the Gföllalmgraben and scenic valley descents offering a proper challenge. Snowboarders will also find natural flow across the mountain and a small fun park setup for freestyle practice, making it a well-rounded but uncrowded option in the Achensee region.
Total ski area size: 27 km / 16.8 miles
Base elevation: 950 m / 3,117 ft
Peak elevation: 1,800 m / 5,906 ft
Difficulty:
🟦 22% Easy
🟥 59% Intermediate
⬛ 19% Advanced
Ski season length and dates:
The Christlum ski area typically runs from late November to late March, with main operations usually from early December through mid-March, depending on snow conditions. Thanks to extensive snowmaking coverage, most of the 27 km of pistes remain reliably skiable throughout the season.
Is it good for beginners?
Yes — Christlum is very good for beginners. It has dedicated practice lifts, ski school areas, and gentle wide pistes that make learning straightforward and low-stress. The resort is particularly popular with families because everything is close together and the slopes are not overwhelming in size or difficulty. Once confident, beginners can quickly progress onto longer blue and easy red runs without needing to change resorts.
What’s included in the Ski Pass?
- Access to all 10 lifts in the Christlum ski area
- Use of chairlifts, drag lifts, and beginner practice lifts
- Full access to all 27 km of pistes
- Entry to beginner zones and children’s ski areas (including Dinopark)
- Access to snow park / freestyle features (when operating)
- Connection to valley runs and main lift hubs
- Night tobogganing (where available) and winter facilities
Does it include multiple resorts?
No — the standard Christlum pass is only for the Christlum–Achenkirch ski area. However, it sits within the wider Achensee region, where other nearby ski areas exist (but they are usually separate ticket systems), such as:
- Rofan lifts (Maurach area)
- Planberg–Asten lifts (small local areas)
These are not typically included unless you have a regional or specialty pass.
Are cheaper ski passes available?
Yes — Christlum offers flexible pricing, including:
- Local day passes (Christlum-only)
- Half-day tickets
- Beginner-area passes (limited lifts)
- Multi-day discounts for longer stays
You do not need to buy a regional mega-pass here — most visitors simply use the Christlum-only ticket since the ski area is self-contained and easy to cover in a day or two.