Kühtai ski resort is located in between the Ötztal and the Stubai mountain ranges and is just 35km from Innsbruck. Boasting doorstep skiing, a snow-sure record and breath-taking scenery, it's one of the highest ski resorts in Austria.
This relatively unknown, small and quiet ski resort is one of Austria’s best-hidden gems. A modern gondola and other fast chairlifts make it easy and efficient to reach a variety of runs from cruising blues to token blacks.
When the snow is worse lower down the valley, Kühtai ski resort becomes more popular with locals. There are numerous hotels and apartments in the area as well as a fitness centre and a few bars that become livelier on most weekends.
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Resort Altitude: 2,020m
Resort Skiing: 2,660m
Total Ski Area: 46km
Lifts: 12
Blue Runs: 9km
Red Runs: 26km
Black Runs: 8km
Cross Country: 3km
With ski slopes as far as the eye can see, this high-altitude ski resort offers guaranteed snow, making it a true winter wonderland. Although Kühtai only has just over 39km of slopes, it is easy to navigate and carve up the snow as it is generally very quiet and peaceful. There are slopes open on Wednesday's and Saturday's for night skiing, meaning that you can make the most of your time in the resort.
The snow-sure terrain in Kühtai ski resort is wide, open and above the tree-line, making it ideal for intermediates. There are a few challenging sectors and difficult black runs which more advanced skiers will enjoy. The high altitude of the skiing here means that the conditions are skiable when other resorts are closed.
Although petite, this resort has some fantastic riding opportunities. On the shady side of the mountain, there are some fantastic powder fields that drop into snow bowls and onto the toboggan track. There is also a great snowpark with a line of various rails and big table-top jumps for more confident boarders.
With many ski schools and instructors to choose between, there really is something for everybody.
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There are a number of restaurants to choose from in the resort including everything from pizzerias to traditional eateries. Pizzeria Da Bruno is recommended for a great pizza in the evening and Casa Nuova for more traditional Italian food. Kühtaier Alm and Zum Kaiser are traditional restaurants serving delectable local cuisine.
Most of the bars are located in the hotels, such as the popular choices: Siglu, Dorfstadl, Eisbar and Alte Stube. Although the ski resort is quite small, there is plenty that guests can find to suit their tastes - from rustic Alpine, to more upbeat, après ski is still a part of this resorts nature.
There is plenty to do in Kühtai for those that don’t ski. Just a short drive from Innsbruck, the proximity to this city is ideal for making the most of the day. Sleigh rides, tobogganing, curling, and walks are also feasible.