Hintertux Glacier Ski Map Download 👇
Hintertux Glacier Piste Map and Overview
Nestled high in Austria’s Zillertal Alps, the Hintertux Glacier is one of the most snow-sure ski destinations in the world and the only glacier ski resort in Austria that offers skiing and snowboarding 365 days a year. Whether you’re visiting in the heart of winter or planning an early-season autumn trip, reliable snow conditions are almost guaranteed thanks to elevations reaching over 3,200 metres. The glacier’s wide-open terrain, modern lift network, and breathtaking alpine scenery make it a favourite with recreational skiers, professional athletes, and snowboarders alike.
What really sets Hintertux apart is its versatility. Intermediate riders will love the long, confidence-building red runs, while advanced skiers can tackle steeper glacier descents and challenging black pistes. Snowboarders are equally well catered for, with the renowned Betterpark Hintertux attracting freestyle riders from across Europe. Add in spectacular mountain views, excellent snow reliability, and access to one of Austria’s largest ski pass networks, and it’s easy to see why Hintertux consistently ranks among the best places in the Alps to ski and snowboard.
Total ski area size: 64 km / 40 miles
Base elevation: 1,500 m / 4,921 ft
Peak elevation: 3,250 m / 10,663 ft
Difficulty:
🟦 27% Easy
🟥 55% Intermediate
⬛ 18% Advanced
Ski Season Length and Dates:
Hintertux Glacier is one of the very few ski resorts in the world that operates year-round, with skiing and snowboarding available 365 days a year, weather and glacier conditions permitting. Peak winter conditions typically run from November through April, while summer skiing remains available on glacier terrain.
Is it good for beginners?
Yes, although Hintertux is best known for its intermediate terrain. Beginners will find dedicated blue runs around the Sommerbergalm, Kaserer and Olperer areas, along with excellent ski schools and wide pistes that are ideal for practising turns. Absolute first-timers may find some of the mountain’s terrain a little intimidating due to the high-alpine environment, but progressing beginners can develop skills quickly on the glacier’s broad, forgiving slopes.
What’s included in the Ski Pass?
The main pass for the region is the Zillertal Superskipass, which covers multiple ski areas across the Zillertal Valley.
Included with the Zillertal Superskipass:
- Hintertux Glacier
- Zillertal Arena
- Mayrhofner Bergbahnen
- Ski & Glacier World Zillertal 3000
- Hochzillertal–Hochfügen–Spieljoch
- Wildkogel Arena
- Access to approximately 540+ km / 336+ miles of pistes across the wider region.
Cheaper pass options available?
- Yes. You do not have to buy the full Zillertal Superskipass.
- Hintertux Glacier offers its own local lift passes for skiing exclusively on the glacier.
- Several of the individual Zillertal ski areas also sell their own area-specific passes.
- The Superskipass is best value for visitors planning to ski multiple resorts during their stay.