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Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort Resort Guide
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Last Snowfall
Oct 28
2d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Resort reportedPast 48 Hours
2cm
Past 10 Days
21cm
7-Day Forecast
5cm
Snow Depth
20cm
Resort reportedResort Guide
Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort is located in the Zillertal Alps of Tyrol, Austria, and is renowned as one of the few ski destinations in the world offering year-round skiing. The resort features over 60 kilometers of slopes, modern lift facilities, and a high-altitude setting that ensures reliable snow conditions. Visitors can enjoy panoramic glacier views, a variety of runs for all skill levels, and unique experiences such as guided glacier tours and the Natural Ice Palace. The resort stands out for its extensive glacier skiing, family-friendly amenities, and comprehensive snow sports offerings throughout all seasons.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort
Lifts
20
Longest run
12 km / 7.5 mi
Lift fleet
- Aerial tram1
Resort Info
Season dates
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Hohenhaus Tenne – Renowned as one of the largest après-ski venues in the Alps, Hohenhaus Tenne offers a vibrant atmosphere with live music, DJs, and energetic crowds, making it the go-to spot for post-ski celebrations at Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 09:06 PM UTC
27cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-30%
vs 5-Year Avg
38cm avg by now
-38%
vs 30-Year Avg
43cm avg by now
38cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 26.5 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~26.6 cm. That's 30% below the 5-year average (38 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 38% below the 30-year average (43 cm).
Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort Season Snowfall
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Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 524cm with an average of 97 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 29% above this average (674cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 70cm | 11 days | 39cm | 67cm | 17cm |
| December | 63cm | 13 days | 81cm | 107cm | 13cm |
| January | 57cm | 12 days | 111cm | 135cm | 12cm |
| February | 54cm | 12 days | 131cm | 153cm | 12cm |
| March | 65cm | 13 days | 144cm | 169cm | 14cm |
| April | 62cm | 12 days | 148cm | 174cm | 13cm |
| May | 55cm | 9 days | 110cm | 145cm | 14cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
23.7
Season Average
28 days scored
46
Best Day
22 Oct
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
1
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
October 2026
- 4622 Oct6cm
- 3628 Oct
- 3521 Oct
October scored highest for Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort in 2026-27. Based on 28 days the resort was verified open; this season is still under way, so later months are incomplete. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Current season(2026-27)
Opened Oct 3, 2026
Scheduled close: Jul 26, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort
- Where is Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort?
- Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort is a ski resort in Austria.
- How high is Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort?
- Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort runs from a base elevation of 1,500 m (4,921 ft) to a summit of 3,250 m (10,663 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,750 m (5,741 ft).
- How big is Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort?
- Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort has 32 marked runs and 20 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort?
- Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort is on the Epic Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort?
- Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort typically operates from October to July. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort get in a typical season?
- Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort averages 149 inches / 379 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
