SkiWelt Wilder (Kaiser-Brixental)
Resort Overview
SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental stands as Austria's second largest interconnected ski area, spanning 275 kilometres of perfectly groomed slopes across eight villages in the heart of the Austrian Alps. This massive winter sports domain extends from 620m to 1,869m elevation, creating diverse terrain suitable for every skiing ability from beginner slopes to challenging black runs. The resort provides panoramic views across over 70 three-thousand-metre peaks extending to the Großglockner, Austria's highest mountain, while offering world-class skiing conditions throughout the winter season. With 20 valley runs descending through charming Tyrolean villages and three terrain parks for freestyle skiing, this internationally acclaimed ski resort combines massive scale with authentic Alpine culture. The resort has been recognised multiple times as one of the world's best ski areas, making it one of Europe's most comprehensive skiing destinations for families, intermediate skiers, and advanced skiing enthusiasts alike.
Trails & Terrain
Trails
Total Runs
228
Total Area
275km
170.9 miles
SkiWelt Wilder (Kaiser-Brixental) Lift System
The resort operates 81 modern lifts with an impressive combined capacity of 142,000 riders per hour, ensuring minimal queue times across the extensive ski terrain throughout peak skiing periods. The comprehensive lift network includes 16 gondolas, 35 chairlifts, 39 drag lifts and a funicular railway, with many featuring heated seats and weather protection covers for comfortable mountain transport. Recent infrastructure investments include the Eigerbahn, the world's highest capacity detachable 8-seater chairlift, alongside numerous high-speed 6 and 8-seater chairlifts that provide efficient access to all ski areas. Eight direct access points from traditional Austrian villages provide seamless entry into the ski area, while the efficient lift system enables exploration of the entire 275-kilometre network in a single day through the famous SkiWelt Tour. The modern cable car system connects all mountain peaks and valleys, making this one of the most technically advanced ski lift networks in the Austrian Alps.
Lifts
Total Lifts
81
Lift Types
8
Lift Breakdown
Location & Getting There
Perfectly positioned in the renowned Kitzbühel Alps of Tyrol, SkiWelt sits just one hour from the major Alpine cities of Munich, Salzburg and Innsbruck, making it one of the most accessible major ski resorts in the Austrian Alps. The closest airports are Salzburg (79km), Innsbruck (84km) and Munich (148km), with excellent train connections available via Kufstein and Wörgl railway stations, including direct ski train links from major European cities during winter sports season. The resort encompasses nine traditional Tyrolean villages: Brixen im Thale, Ellmau, Going, Hopfgarten, Itter, Kelchsau, Scheffau, Söll and Westendorf, each offering authentic mountain culture, ski-in ski-out accommodation options, and direct piste access to the interconnected ski area. Free ski buses connect all villages throughout the region, while the area's strategic proximity to the German border makes it easily accessible for international visitors seeking world-class Alpine skiing with traditional Austrian hospitality. The resort's location in the heart of the Alps provides easy access to over 80 mountain restaurants and traditional ski huts, creating the perfect base for exploring Austria's second largest ski area while experiencing genuine Tyrolean culture and après-ski entertainment.
SkiWelt Wilder (Kaiser-Brixental)
, austria