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    Hintertux Glacier
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    Hintertux Glacier

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    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.

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    Gefrorene Wand

    3250m elevation

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    Trails & Terrain

    Trails

    Total Runs

    32

    Total Area

    62km

    38.5 miles

    Difficulty Distribution

    Beginner
    26%
    Intermediate
    55%
    Advanced
    15%
    Expert
    4%
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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

    21

    Lift Types

    7

    Lift Breakdown

    Gondola
    6
    Gondola
    6-Person Chair
    3
    6-Person Chair
    Quad Chair
    1
    Quad Chair
    Triple Chair
    1
    Triple Chair
    Double Chair
    1
    Double Chair
    T-Bar
    7
    T-Bar
    Surface Lift
    2
    Surface Lift
    View Complete Lift System

    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.

    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

    Annual Snowfall

    Metric

    9m

    900cm

    Imperial

    29.5ft

    354in

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