Brixen im Thale Ski Resort Guide
Brixen im Thale, Austria
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| Recommended For | Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 46km 29 miles |
| Highest Lift | 1,830m 6,004ft |
| Resort Height | 800m 2,625ft |
| Nearest Airports | Innsbruck Airport and Munich |
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Brixen im Thale
Brixen im Thale offers a picturesque skiing experience in the Tyrolean Alps. With a range of slopes for all levels, it's a perfect destination for families and seasoned skiers alike.
Summary
Nestled in the SkiWelt area, Brixen im Thale boasts over 280 kilometers of skiable terrain. The resort features a variety of pistes, catering to both beginners and advanced skiers, with stunning alpine views.
The ski area of Brixen im Thale is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 800m 2,625ft , with 46km 29 miles of marked runs.
Brixen im Thale is part of the SkiWelt area with access to 288km 179 miles of downhill skiing, with 186 marked pistes, served by a total of 90 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Brixen im Thale itself ( 46km 29 miles of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other SkiWelt ski resorts of Ellmau, Going am Wilden Kaiser, Hopfgarten im Brixental, Itter, Kelchsau, Scheffau am Wilden Kaiser, Söll and Westendorf.
Notable Ski Runs
The most difficult run is the 'Alpseite'.
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Snow and Weather
Brixen im Thale typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 50-100 cm throughout the season. For the latest snowfall updates and snowmelt conditions, check J2Ski for accurate and timely information.
When will it snow in Brixen im Thale?
The next notable snow forecast is 1cm - , expected on 23 November.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Brixen im Thale Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 2 | 3km 2 miles |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 11 | 22km 14 miles |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 10 | 17km 11 miles |
| Downhill Total Length | 46km 29 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 12 | |
SkiWelt Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 13 | 17km 11 miles |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 74 | 129km 80 miles |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 99 | 134km 83 miles |
| Downhill Total Length | 288km 179 miles | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 197km 122 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 90 | |
Brixen im Thale Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 1,830m 6,004ft |
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| Lowest Piste | 800m 2,625ft |
| Resort Altitude (Brixen im Thale) | 800m 2,625ft |
| Max Vertical | 1,030m 3,379ft |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
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| Beginners | |
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| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
Brixen im Thale rests at an elevation of 800 meters and offers access to the impressive Hohe Salve mountain, which peaks at 1,829 meters. Notable lifts include the Brixen gondola and the Hochbrixen lift, leading to popular runs like the blue-rated Piste 1 and the challenging red Piste 2.
Brixen im Thale offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Ski Lessons in Brixen im Thale

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Brixen im Thale Ski Schools and Brixen im Thale Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarding enthusiasts will enjoy the terrain parks at Brixen im Thale, particularly the Fun Park near the Hochbrixen area. With various jumps and rails, it provides an excellent space for both beginners and experienced riders to hone their skills.
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Location and Map
Where is Brixen im Thale?
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 Brixen im Thale is Innsbruck Airport, 60 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.
To reach Brixen im Thale, fly into Innsbruck Airport, approximately 80 kilometers away, or Salzburg Airport, about 100 kilometers away. Regular train services and shuttle buses provide convenient connections to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 12 ski lifts are able to uplift 99,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 210km 130 miles of ski runs, with 1000 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Brixen im Thale 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.
Piste Map
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, unwind at local hotspots like the Café Hochegg and the Almrausch bar, both known for their lively atmosphere. For a night out, the Gamsstadt nightclub offers energetic music and dancing.