Kappl Ski Resort Guide
Kappl, Austria
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| Recommended For | Intermediates, Snowboarders and Snowfall. |
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| Total Piste Length | 40km 25 miles |
| Highest Lift | 2,690m 8,825ft |
| Resort Height | 1,260m 4,134ft |
| Nearest Airports | Innsbruck Airport and St. Gallen-Altenrhein |
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Kappl
Kappl offers a charming and family-friendly ski experience. Nestled in the Paznaun Valley, this resort balances beautiful scenery with diverse slopes.
Summary
Kappl features 40 kilometers of well-groomed pistes suitable for all skill levels, complemented by a friendly atmosphere. The resort's modern lift system ensures access to both beginner runs and challenging terrains amidst stunning alpine vistas.
The ski area of Kappl is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 1,260m 4,134ft , with 40km 25 miles of marked runs.
Kappl is part of the Silvretta Arena ski area with access to 159 marked pistes, served by a total of 107 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Kappl itself ( 40km 25 miles of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Silvretta Arena ski resorts of Galtür, Ischgl and See im Paznaun.
With ski lifts as high as 2,690m 8,825ft , skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Kappl is 9km 6 miles long and the most difficult run is the 'Schafbühelabfahrt (Nr. 8)'.
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Snow and Weather
Kappl enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth ranging from 50 to 150 cm during the season. Visitors should check J2Ski for the latest snow reports and updates to plan their trip effectively.
When will it snow in Kappl?
The next notable snow forecast is 10cm 4in , expected on 11 April.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Kappl Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 4 | 9km 6 miles |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 9 | 17km 11 miles |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 5 | 7km 4 miles |
| Downhill Total Length | 40km 25 miles | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 7km 4 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 9 | |
Silvretta Arena Ski Area
| Pistes Number of runs | 159 | |
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| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 107 | |
Kappl Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,690m 8,825ft |
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| Resort Altitude (Kappl) | 1,260m 4,134ft |
| Lowest Piste | 1,200m 3,937ft |
| Max Vertical | 1,490m 4,888ft |
Ratings & Suitability
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| Beginners | |
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Skiing
The Kappl ski area reaches an elevation of 2,700 meters, providing excellent snow conditions. Key lifts include the Diasbahn and the Alblittbahn, while notable pistes like the blue-rated 'Hochgallmigg' and the challenging 'Mittelberg' cater to varied abilities.
Kappl offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.
Ski Lessons in Kappl

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Kappl Ski Schools and Kappl Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will enjoy the terrain park at Kappl, which features a variety of jumps and rails for different skill levels. The park is designed to enhance your freestyle experience amidst a scenic backdrop.
Location and Map
Where is Kappl?
This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Landeck, Tyrol.
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Kappl is Innsbruck Airport, 60 minutes drive away.
St. Gallen-Altenrhein, Friedrichshafen, Memmingen, Bolzano, Zurich, Munich and Salzburg 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 Kappl, fly into Innsbruck Airport (approx. 90 km away) or Zurich Airport (about 250 km). From there, car rentals or train services to Landeck are convenient options for accessing the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The nine ski lifts are able to uplift 1,600 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 17km 11 miles of ski runs, with 102 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Kappl open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is mid December, and usual closing is Late April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
Après-ski in Kappl is relaxed yet lively, with popular spots like the 'Paznauner Stube' and the 'Almrausch' offering cozy atmospheres and local cuisine. For nightlife, check out the 'Ski- & Freizeit-Arena' for a fun evening.