Hintertux Glacier

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Weather at Hintertux Glacier

⛅partly-cloudy

Low: -2.9°C / High: -2.9°C

Wind: S 0 km/h

Recent Snowfall

24 hours: 3 cm

7 days: 64 cm

Snow Depth

Base: 245 cm

Season Total: 260 cm

Resort Status

Last Updated: May 24, 2025View Full Report →

Resort Overview

Hintertux stands apart as Austria's only year-round ski resort, with skiing possible 365 days a year on its pristine glacier slopes. Rising to an impressive 3,250 meters, the resort encompasses 60 kilometers of expertly maintained runs. The combination of high-altitude glacier skiing and lower mountain terrain creates a diverse ski area that attracts both serious athletes seeking summer training and winter sports enthusiasts looking for guaranteed snow conditions.

Trails & Terrain

Trails

Total Runs

Total Area

62km

38.5 miles

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner

26%

Intermediate

55%

Advanced

15%

Expert

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Hintertux Glacier Lift System

The glacier's sophisticated lift system features modern gondolas and chairlifts that efficiently transport skiers from the valley at 1,500m to the summit at 3,250m. A network of 21 lifts includes the advanced Glacier Bus 3, which carries skiers to the highest point in just 12 minutes. The system handles 17,500 skiers per hour, with three primary gondolas providing comfortable access to different skiing zones while offering spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding peaks.

Lifts

Total Lifts

Lift Types

Lift Breakdown

T-Bar

Gondola

6-Person Chair

Surface Lift

Quad Chair

Triple Chair

Double Chair

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Location & Getting There

Located at the end of the Tuxertal Valley in Tyrol, Hintertux sits 68 kilometers from Innsbruck. The resort connects to the larger Zillertal region, offering access to extensive winter sports opportunities. Regular shuttle buses run from major transport hubs, including Innsbruck Airport and Jenbach railway station. The nearby village of Tux provides convenient accommodation options, while traditional Tyrolean towns along the valley offer authentic Austrian mountain culture and hospitality.

Hintertux Glacier

, austria

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Hotels & Accommodation near Hintertux Glacier

⛷️ Season opens Sep 14, 2025

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Season Info

As Austria's only year-round skiing destination, Hintertux defies traditional seasons. The glacier maintains excellent snow conditions throughout the year, with the most extensive terrain available from October through May. Summer skiing continues on up to 20 kilometers of slopes, primarily above 2,500 meters. Natural snowfall averages 450cm annually, while advanced snowmaking systems supplement conditions on the lower slopes during the main winter season.

Current Season

2025 - 2026

Opening Day

9/14/2025

Closing Day

9/13/2026

Days Open

365

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