Skiing in Mittersill
Mittersill lies in the Oberpinzgau region of Austria's Salzburgerland and is the largest town on the southern side of the Kitzbühel Alps. Via the gondola link on the Pass Thurn side you ski a region with 854 kilometres of pistes and 141 lifts in total, between 1039 and 2435 metres. Recent winters recorded up to 139 centimetres of snow; 1 centimetre of fresh snow fell in the past week. Mittersill is a real town with shops, schools and a life of its own, not a tourist village. That translates into honest prices and a relaxed atmosphere, with the Hohe Tauern mountains across the valley. We list 15 accommodations, with prices from 623 euros per person.
Last checked: 2026-10-26 · Sources: Open-Meteo (snow data), OpenStreetMap (lifts and pistes), partner offers refreshed daily.
Accommodations in Mittersill
MittersillKitzbüheler Alpen, Oostenrijk
Bauernhaus Hintergugg
Mittersill8.9Kitzbüheler Alpen, Oostenrijk
Hotel & Gasthof Schweizerhaus
Mittersill9.8Kitzbüheler Alpen, Oostenrijk
Pension Franzerhof
MittersillKitzbüheler Alpen, Oostenrijk
Chalet Mittersill
MittersillKitzbüheler Alpen, Oostenrijk
Appartement Hintergugg
MittersillKitzbüheler Alpen, Oostenrijk
Pension Bamerhof
MittersillKitzbüheler Alpen, Oostenrijk
Alpine Apartments by Schnöll
MittersillKitzbüheler Alpen, Oostenrijk
Löschenbrandhof
Mittersill9.2Kitzbüheler Alpen, Oostenrijk
Hotel Gasthof Flatscher
MittersillKitzbüheler Alpen, Oostenrijk
Resterhöhe Berghütte & Lodge
Mittersill7.8Kitzbüheler Alpen, Oostenrijk
Sporthotel Kogler
MittersillKitzbüheler Alpen, Oostenrijk
Bergresort Tauernblick
Mittersill8.3Kitzbüheler Alpen, Oostenrijk
Sporthotel Kogler
Mittersill8.8Kitzbüheler Alpen, Oostenrijk
Dorfhotel Kaltenhauser
Mittersill8.6Kitzbüheler Alpen, Oostenrijk
Hotel Pass Thurn
MittersillKitzbüheler Alpen, Oostenrijk
Landhotel Heitzmann
Mittersill9.5Kitzbüheler Alpen, Oostenrijk
Hotel Heitzmann
Mittersill9.0Kitzbüheler Alpen, Oostenrijk
Hotel-Gasthof Bräurup
Mittersill9.6Kitzbüheler Alpen, Oostenrijk
Hotel Bräurup
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The ski area from Mittersill
From Mittersill a gondola takes you up to the southern side of the Kitzbühel Alps, around Pass Thurn and the Resterhöhe. From there the whole region opens up: 854 kilometres of pistes and 141 lifts, between 1039 and 2435 metres.
The slopes on this side are relatively high and quiet, with wide runs and views of the Hohe Tauern. Towards Kitzbühel and the Brixental the terrain keeps growing. If you prefer glacier certainty, the Kitzsteinhorn near Kaprun is within driving distance, making Mittersill a flexible base.
Snow reliability at Mittersill
The pistes on the Pass Thurn side belong to the higher, more snow-sure parts of the Kitzbühel Alps, in an area reaching 2435 metres. Recent winters measured up to 139 centimetres of snow, and 1 centimetre of fresh snow fell in the past week.
The town itself sits at valley level and is not always white in December and March, but that does not affect the ski day: the gondola takes you straight to altitude. Snowmaking supports the main descents, and the shaded slopes on this side hold their snow relatively long.
The town itself
Mittersill is a lively Pinzgau town with a historic core, a castle above the valley and year-round amenities: shops, cafés, restaurants and a well-known spa complex. Tourism mixes with everyday life here.
After skiing there is plenty to do without an après-ski circus: eateries, pizzerias and hotel bars set the tone. The Hohe Tauern National Park begins just south of town, with a visitor centre worth a trip on non-ski days too.
Who is Mittersill for
Mittersill suits winter guests looking for value: a huge ski area within gondola reach, town amenities and prices below those on the Tyrolean side. Families benefit from the quiet southern side of the area, advanced skiers from the 854 kilometres of pistes.
Mixed groups do well too: non-skiers have shops, wellness and the national park. If you want nightly buzz or ski-in ski-out comfort, pick a village right on the slopes instead. With 15 accommodations from 623 euros per person, the choice is wide and varied.
Practical information
You reach Mittersill via Munich and the German corner over the Pass Thurn, or via Zell am See through the Salzach valley. Both routes are easy drives; the town sits at a crossroads of valley roads, which also makes excursions simple.
We list 15 accommodations in Mittersill, with prices from 623 euros per person. Outside school holidays availability is wide and affordable. In the shoulder weeks you can combine ski days with the Kitzsteinhorn if snow is doubtful; that flexibility is one of this base's strengths.
Mittersill on the map
Webcams · Mittersill
📷 Mittersill › East: Manlitzkogel
📷 Hollersbach im Pinzgau: Mittersill - Hollersbach
📷 Gemeinde Jochberg: Jochberg, Kitzbühel - Funpark Hanglalm, Bärenbadkogel
📷 Gemeinde Bramberg am Wildkogel › West: Bergbahnen Wildkogel / Bramberg / Smaragdbahn - Tourismusbüro Bramberg / Wildkogel-Arena
📷 Gemeinde Jochberg: Tiroler Skischule Jochberg Wagstätt
📷 Gemeinde Bramberg am Wildkogel: Neukirchen, Bramberg - Geisl Hochalm
📷 Gemeinde Wenns › South-west: Geisl-Hochalm - Mühlberg
📷 Aurach bei Kitzbuhel: Kitzbühel - Steinbergkogel
FAQ about Mittersill
How much piste can you ski from Mittersill?
From Mittersill you reach the Kitzbüheler Alpen ski area with around 854 km of marked pistes and 141 lifts.
What does a ski holiday in Mittersill cost?
Accommodations in Mittersill start from around €517 per person; Nivosola compares 19, refreshed daily.
Is there enough snow around Mittersill?
Yes. Recent winters in Kitzbüheler Alpen reached a maximum snow depth of around 139 cm. December to March is the most reliable period.
How high is the ski area at Mittersill?
The Kitzbühel Alps run from 1039 to 2435 metres; the pistes above Mittersill on the Pass Thurn side belong to the higher parts. The gondola from the valley takes you straight to the ski area.
Is Mittersill suitable for beginners?
Yes, at the top of the gondola there are calm, wide pistes that suit beginners well. Lessons and equipment rental are well organised in and around the town.
How busy is Mittersill?
Mittersill itself is an ordinary town without tourist peaks, and the southern side of the ski area is clearly quieter than the Tyrolean side. Only the gondola can see short morning queues in holiday weeks.
Which other village in the region is a good alternative?
Hollersbach, a few kilometres away, is a smaller, even quieter base with its own gondola. On the Tyrolean side, Kitzbühel and Kirchberg are the lively alternatives.