Fellhorn Kanzelwand Resort
Cross-border ski resort spanning Germany-Austria. 36km slopes, 5.7km valley runs, modern lifts. Oberstdorf access.
Season 2026 - 2027
Opens
5 Dec 2026
Closes
4 Apr 2027
Days open
120
Annual snow
2.2m
The Overview
Fellhorn-Kanzelwand delivers Germany's most distinctive cross-border skiing experience, uniquely spanning both Germany and Austria across 36 kilometres of diverse terrain reaching 1,967 metres above sea level. This remarkable twin-mountain resort combines the German Fellhorn with the Austrian Kanzelwand, creating one of the largest ski areas in the Allgäu Alps with a substantial 1,047-metre vertical drop. The resort excels in providing varied terrain for all abilities, featuring predominantly intermediate runs alongside challenging mogul slopes, ski routes, and two spectacular valley descents stretching up to 5.7 kilometres. Enhanced by comprehensive artificial snowmaking across the entire ski area and positioned within the expansive Oberstdorf-Kleinwalsertal region, Fellhorn-Kanzelwand offers exceptional snow security and seamless connectivity to over 130 kilometres of interconnected Alpine skiing.
1047m
Vertical
26
Runs
36 km
Piste
2.2m
Annual snow
The Terrain
26 runs across 36 km of piste
Fellhorn Kanzelwand Resort is a cross-border ski area linking Oberstdorf in Germany with the Kleinwalsertal in Austria, with 26 runs and 36 kilometres of piste. The vertical is 1,047 metres from a 920 metre base to a 1,967 metre summit. Grading is 39% beginner, 56% intermediate and 5% advanced, with no expert pistes, so confident intermediates are well served. Cable cars and gondolas lift skiers from both sides, supported by six-seat chairs and a handful of drag lifts, so the area is easy to reach in either country.
You can start from Oberstdorf on the Fellhornbahn or from Riezlern on the Kanzelwandbahn, and ski across the border between the two peaks. The terrain mixes broad carving pistes above the tree line with sheltered runs lower down, and there is a mogul piste and a snow park for variety. Freeride routes exist off the main slopes but need local knowledge and avalanche awareness. Fellhorn Kanzelwand suits intermediates and families who want a long day with changing scenery rather than steeps. Advanced skiers will find the pistes tame, and experts should look further afield.
Terrain split
26
runs
26 runs across 4 grades
Beginner10 runs · 39%
Intermediate15 runs · 56%
Advanced1 run · 5%
Expert0 runs · 0%
Time it right
When to visit Fellhorn Kanzelwand Resort
Fellhorn-Kanzelwand operates a highly reliable winter season typically running from early December through late March, with exceptional snow security enhanced by one of the Alps' most advanced artificial snowmaking systems covering all 36 kilometres of pistes. The resort benefits from its varied elevation range between 920 and 1,967 metres, creating diverse microclimates that preserve excellent skiing conditions throughout the season. Peak snow conditions typically occur during February, when the resort averages 104 centimetres of snow depth at summit elevation, ranking amongst Germany's top three ski areas for snow reliability. The cross-border location provides strategic weather advantages, with north-facing slopes maintaining superior powder quality whilst the varied aspects ensure consistent skiing regardless of prevailing conditions. The resort's elevated position and comprehensive snowmaking infrastructure guarantee dependable skiing from the first winter storms through the final spring sessions.
Season 2026 - 2027
5 Dec 2026
Opens
4 Apr 2027
Closes
120
Days open
2.2 m
Annual snow
The record
Historical snowfall at Fellhorn Kanzelwand Resort
Daily snow reports at Fellhorn Kanzelwand Resort go back to 2017, 10 winters on the books. Open the record to compare winters, lifts and piste.
60 cm
Snowiest day
15 Mar 2019
21 cm
This winter · 2026-27
so far
195 cm
Typical winter
average of complete seasons
Winter totals
cm
Past wintersThis winter
Getting there
Getting to Fellhorn Kanzelwand Resort, and where to stay
Strategically positioned in the heart of the German-Austrian Alpine border region, Fellhorn-Kanzelwand spans from Oberstdorf's Faistenoy district in Bavaria to Riezlern in Austria's Kleinwalsertal valley, approximately 164 kilometres southeast of Munich. The resort enjoys exceptional accessibility with direct train connections from Munich to Oberstdorf taking 2 hours 27 minutes, followed by convenient bus transfers to both the German and Austrian base stations. The unique cross-border configuration allows access from either Faistenoy (0.3 kilometres from the lift) in Germany or Riezlern (0.4 kilometres from the gondola) in Austria, connected by efficient Walserbus services operating every 30 minutes. This distinctive international location positions visitors within the renowned Oberstdorf-Kleinwalsertal ski region, providing seamless access to seven interconnected mountains and over 130 kilometres of skiing terrain through unified lift pass systems, all whilst experiencing the cultural richness of both Bavarian and Austrian Alpine traditions.
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Latest News
From the SnowStash desk
Utah Snow Storm Builds Early-Season Base Ahead of November Openings
Rain down low, snow up high, and a snow report full of zeros that mostly means ‘not updated yet’. Utah’s first proper storm of 2026-27 is rolling through the Wasatch, Snowbird’s snow stake is closing in on 10 inches, and Brian Head is five days from opening day. Early November snow rarely looks like much, but it is the layer every November opening date is built on. Here is where it stands.
1 Nov 2026
Sierra Nevada Halloween Storm: Dodge Ridge Forecast to Lead With 19 Inches
Halloween weekend brings a wet, windy storm to the Sierra Nevada. Our five-day forecast has Dodge Ridge on top with 19 in, followed by Bear Valley at 15 in and Mammoth Mountain at 12 in, with most of it landing on Saturday. A winter weather advisory covers the Tahoe Basin and Mono County until 7 AM Sunday, gusts could reach 47 mph and the freezing level swings between 4,900 and 8,700 ft, so some bases will see rain. A dry spell follows from Monday.
31 Oct 2026
Lake Louise Opens Early on 1 November With Juniper Express and Easy Street
The Rockies get their first lift-served turns of the season early. Lake Louise opens Sunday 1 November, five days ahead of schedule, after a cold October and round-the-clock work from the snowmaking and mountain crews. Terrain is limited to Juniper Express Chair and Easy Street, with two small terrain parks and the beginner area for lessons. Opening-day tickets are over 60% off, with prices rising as more lifts open. First chair is at 9:30 am under the resort’s new lift hours.
31 Oct 2026
Kitzbüheler Horn Summit Cable Car to Be Replaced After 70 Years
A Tyrolean summit lift that has been carrying guests up the Kitzbüheler Horn since 1955 is on borrowed time. Its licence runs to 2045, but a new inspection rule has made refurbishment uneconomic, so Bergbahn AG Kitzbühel will spend around €15 million on a replacement on the same line. It should hold roughly 100 people and keep running in winds that would stop today’s lift. Building starts in autumn 2027, which makes this winter and next summer the last chances to ride the old one.
30 Oct 2026
What’s New in Japan Skiing This Winter: Niseko Gondola, a Private Resort and a Bigger Ikon Pass
Niseko Village is replacing a lift from the early 1980s with an eight-person gondola, Tsugaike gets a six-person chairlift, Madarao joins the Ikon Pass and Togari opens Asia’s first private ski resort. Here’s what is actually new in Japan skiing for 2026/27, plus what is still a year or two away.
30 Oct 2026
Wolf Creek Opens on Halloween Weekend as Colorado’s Early Season Gathers Pace
Colorado’s early-season dominoes keep falling. Arapahoe Basin opened on Wednesday, Keystone follows on Friday, and now Wolf Creek is joining in on Saturday 31 October, just in time for Halloween. A storm on 23 and 24 October left 20 inches of natural snow in the San Juans, and three lifts will turn from 9:00 am, covering about 30% of the mountain. Expect rocks, unmarked obstacles and open water, but also Local Appreciation lift tickets at $73 for adults.
30 Oct 2026
Keystone Resort Opens for 2026/27 With More Than Two Miles of Skiing
Keystone is next. After Arapahoe Basin claimed the first chairlift skiing of the season on Wednesday, Keystone opens on Friday 30 October at 9:00 am with more than two miles of snowmaking-built terrain on Schoolmarm and Silver Spoon, plus free donuts, coffee and a live DJ. Last year the order was reversed, when Keystone squeezed in a three-hour afternoon session to beat A-Basin by a day. Snowmaking has been running since 15 October.
29 Oct 2026
Beaver Creek Installs 16 Automated Snow Guns on Birds of Prey Ahead of Record World Cup
Beaver Creek is getting ready for the biggest Birds of Prey ever, and this time it is not leaving the snow to chance. Crews started making snow on 27 October with 16 newly installed automated guns on the lower third of the course, after last December’s warm spell forced a downhill off the schedule. Seven races across two weekends run from 3 to 13 December, the most the course has hosted since its 1997 debut, and the guns start themselves whenever the weather allows.
29 Oct 2026
Fellhorn Kanzelwand Resort Snow Report
Snow Report
Updated 2 Nov 2026
1967m
summit
+0cm
new snow · last 24 hours
Overcast-2°C / 2°C · E 6km/h
Snowfall
24 hours
0cm
48 hours
0cm
7 days
1cm
Base depth
0cm
Season total
21cm
Typical winter 195cm
Total lifts16
Live open status isn’t available right now.
5 Dec 2026 - 4 Apr 2027
Hour by Hour
Next 44 hours· Updated Nov 3, 2026 at 5:02 AM
Scroll for the full outlook · Open-Meteo
7-Day Outlook
1,758 mUpdated Nov 3, 2026 at 5:02 AMOpen-Meteo
Days 1–7
0.0cm
Days 8–14
9.7cm
Tue, Nov 3
Depositing Rime Fog
Temp2° / -2°°C
Snow0.0cm
Wind6 km/h E
Live snow from the resort feed; forecast from Open-Meteo, via Supabase.
Understanding the Fellhorn Kanzelwand Resort snow report
See what's happening on the mountain at Fellhorn Kanzelwand Resort right now — snowfall, snow depth, and weather data to help you plan your day in Germany.
Snow measurements
Our snow reports measure snowfall in centimeters over multiple time windows — last 24 hours, last 7 days, and the season total. Base depth reflects accumulation at the 920m base area, while summit depth captures conditions 1047m higher at 1967m, where snow typically stays colder and lingers longer. Imperial conversions are shown alongside for convenience.
Weather conditions
Snow quality tracks closely with temperature and wind. We surface both alongside the snowfall data so you can judge whether conditions at Fellhorn Kanzelwand Resort are holding up or starting to soften.
Data sources
We pull Fellhorn Kanzelwand Resort's conditions from on-the-ground mountain reporting, then layer in forecast data so you get a fuller picture than either source alone. The mountain is served by 16 lifts, including 2 aerial trams and a quad chairlift.
When to check
Conditions can change overnight, so mornings and late afternoons are the best times to check back on Fellhorn Kanzelwand Resort.