Kaprun / Kitzsteinhorn Ski Map Download 👇
Kaprun / Kitzsteinhorn Piste Map and Overview
Kaprun’s Kitzsteinhorn glacier is one of the most iconic ski destinations in the Austrian Alps, offering reliable snow and a long season that often runs from autumn through to late spring thanks to its high-altitude glacier location – making it possible to ski even when lower resorts have already closed. The slopes here vary widely in difficulty, with wide, cruisy runs for intermediates, gentle areas near the glacier plateau for beginners, and steeper challenges like the famous Black Mamba black run; there are also multiple freeride routes and several snow parks, including a half-pipe, for freestyle skiing and snowboarding. The infrastructure is excellent, with modern lifts and gondolas connecting Kaprun town and Maiskogel with the high glacier terrain, plus scenic views from the “Top of Salzburg” panorama platform at the summit.
Beyond skiing itself, Kaprun combines a vibrant alpine village atmosphere with plenty of winter-holiday amenities — mountain huts and restaurants, après-ski, and access to a broader ski region around Zell am See — which makes it appealing whether you’re planning a longer ski holiday or a varied winter trip. Its mix of terrain suitable for families, intermediates, and advanced skiers, plus snow-certainty on the glacier, explains why it’s a popular choice for international visitors as well as locals.
Total ski area (piste length): 61 km / 38 miles
Base elevation: 768 m / 2,519 ft
Peak elevation: 3,029 m / 9,937 ft (Kitzsteinhorn glacier)
Difficulty:
🟦 49% Easy
🟥 37% Intermediate
⬛ 14% Advanced
⚠️ (Note: These stats encompass the Kitzsteinhorn glacier area; Kaprun’s broader ski region including Maiskogel offers additional varied terrain but the figures above are specific to the Kitzsteinhorn glacier area itself.)
Does the ski pass allow you to access the larger ski area?
The Ski ALPIN CARD is the main lift pass and lets you access the immediate Kaprun / Kitzsteinhorn area, plus the wider Zell am See–Kaprun ski areas including Skicircus Saalbach / Hinterglemm / Leogang / Fieberbrunn, giving you up to around 408 km of interconnected terrain with one pass. You can also choose smaller, cheaper lift passes that cover just the local area (e.g., Zell am See or Kaprun/Maiskogel on their own) if you don’t need full access.
What’s included in the Ski Pass?
The main pass, the Ski ALPIN CARD, includes access to:
- Schmittenhöhe (Zell am See) — classic alpine skiing with varied pistes and scenic views.
- Kitzsteinhorn Glacier (Kaprun) — high-altitude, snow-sure skiing and world-class snow parks.
- Maiskogel & Lechnerberg (Kaprun) — family-friendly and beginner terrain.
You get lift access across these zones with one pass, spanning gentle cruisers to challenging slopes and glacier runs.
Does it include multiple resorts?
Yes — the pass covers multiple ski regions: Schmittenhöhe, Kitzsteinhorn glacier, Maiskogel, and the extensive Skicircus Saalbach-Hinterglemm-Leogang-Fieberbrunn network, giving tremendous variety in terrain and experiences.
Are there options for cheaper ski passes?
Yes — you can buy local passes that cover only specific sub-areas (for example, just Zell am See’s Schmittenhöhe or Kaprun’s Maiskogel) if you don’t want the full regional access. However, the all-area Ski ALPIN CARD offers the best value if you plan to explore widely.