Westendorf Ski Resort Guide
Westendorf, Austria
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| Recommended For | Intermediates, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
|---|---|
| Total Piste Length | 55km |
| Highest Lift | 1,870m |
| Resort Height | 800m |
| Nearest Airports | Innsbruck Airport and Munich |
| Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50%  |
Westendorf
Westendorf is a picturesque ski resort located in the Kitzbühel Alps. It offers a diverse range of slopes for all skill levels.
Summary
The ski area of Westendorf is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 800m, with 55km of marked runs.
Westendorf is part of the SkiWelt area with access to 288km of downhill skiing, with 186 marked pistes, served by a total of 90 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Westendorf itself (55km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other SkiWelt ski resorts of Brixen im Thale, Ellmau, Going am Wilden Kaiser, Hopfgarten im Brixental, Itter, Kelchsau, Scheffau am Wilden Kaiser and Söll.
Skiing
The mountains surrounding Westendorf reach elevations of up to 2,000 meters. Key ski areas include the Hohe Salve and the Brixen Valley, featuring notable pistes such as the 'Bichlalm' and 'Schneeberg'. The resort is serviced by efficient lifts like the 'Alpenrosenbahn' and 'Ski- und Freizeit-Arena'.
Westendorf offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will enjoy the terrain parks available at Westendorf, notably the 'Snowpark Westendorf'. This park features a variety of jumps and rails suitable for all levels.
Snow and Weather
Westendorf typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with average snow depths reaching up to 250 cm. Regular snowfall and a well-maintained snowmaking system ensure excellent skiing; check J2Ski for the latest updates.
When will it snow in Westendorf?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Westendorf.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Westendorf Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 1 | 1km |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 11 | 24km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 10 | 24km |
| Downhill Total Length | 55km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 13 | |
SkiWelt Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 13 | 17km |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 74 | 129km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 99 | 134km |
| Downhill Total Length | 288km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 197km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 90 | |
Altitudes & Slopes
Westendorf Ski Area Heights
| Highest Lift | 1,870m |
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| Lowest Piste | 800m |
| Resort Altitude (Westendorf) | 800m |
| Max Vertical | 1,070m |
Ski Slope Aspects
N, E, S, W
Westendorf has ski slopes facing north, south, as well as east and west, offering both sunny and sheltered skiing.
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
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| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Westendorf Overview
With over 100 kilometers of ski runs, Westendorf caters to both beginners and experienced skiers. The resort is part of the SkiWelt area, one of the largest ski regions in Austria.
Notable Ski Runs
The most difficult run is the 'Alpseite', which is 5km in length.
Ski Lessons in Westendorf
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Westendorf Ski Schools and Westendorf Ski Instructors.
Location and Map
Where is Westendorf?
This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Politischer Bezirk Kitzbühel, Tyrol.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Westendorf is Innsbruck Airport, 58 minutes drive away.
Munich, Salzburg, Bolzano, Linz and Memmingen airports are all within three hours drive.
Innsbruck Airport is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Westendorf is easily accessible via major airports such as Innsbruck and Salzburg. From these airports, travelers can take the train or shuttle services directly to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 13 ski lifts are able to uplift 17,340 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 210km of ski runs, with 1000 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Westendorf open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is mid December, and usual closing is Early April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Talking about Westendorf
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Westendorf Webcams
The Webcams in Westendorf are not always up-to-date. Please check the date on the image to ensure you are seeing current snow conditions.
Aprés Ski
Après-ski in Westendorf offers a vibrant scene with popular spots like 'The London Pub' and 'Kraftwerk'. For dining, 'Gasthof Post' is a local favorite, while 'Pizzeria Da Salvatore' serves up delicious meals.
