Kitzbuhel

Kitzbuhel is a town situated at an altitude of just over 700 m above sea level. This is where the ski resort is located, which in 2015 was hailed as the best place of this type in the world. It offers 234 km of slopes for downhill skiing and 70 km for cross-country skiing. It has 57 lifts .

Kitzbuhel, Austria - © Brate

There are 60 mountain huts around with great restaurants. Snow cover remains here from October to May. Kitzbuhel can also boast a rich history, which of course is related to skiing. It was here that the first documented, fully alpine descent from the Kitzbüheler Horn in Austria took place. In 1893 this was done by Franz Reisch. The town also has a nice, well-kept center with typical Tyrolean buildings. For sure, a stay in Kitzbuhel will be a real treat for all avid skiers and snowboarders. The only downside to this place is very high prices.

For whom?

If your wallet is a bit richer and you want to ski in the best ski resort in the world , plan your winter vacation in Kitzbuhel. It is also a good proposition for people who have very high requirements for the slopes, their preparation and the accompanying infrastructure.