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Planning a ski trip to the Austrian Alps? The best times to visit are November, early December, mid-January, and the last two weeks of March until early April. The Ski Arlberg area is notable for its vast array of slopes, modern facilities, and accessibility. St. Anton, the birthplace of modern skiing, is one of the best skiing resorts in the world. Lech, Zurs, and Ischgl are also great options. If you're looking for a resort that stays open longer in the season, try Obergurgl or Sölden.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Best time to visit Austria for skiing | November, early December, mid-January, and the last two weeks of March until early April |
| Recommended resorts | St. Anton, Ischgl, Lech, Zurs, Obergurgl, Sölden, Obertauern, Kaprun, Kitzbühel, Zell am See, Kaltenbach, Saalbach |
| Resort features | Long scenic pistes, accessible off-piste terrain, high elevation, north-facing mountains, duty-free shopping, modern facilities, accessibility |
| Provinces | Tyrol, Vorarlberg, Salzburg |
| Regions | Northern Limestone Alps, Central Eastern Alps, Southern Limestone Alps, Western Alps |
| Airports | Salzburg, Innsbruck, Munich |
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St. Anton
However, it is worth noting that March is quite late in the season, so you may not find the best conditions. Nevertheless, St. Anton still has a lot to offer. The resort usually stays open until late April, and the first couple of weeks of March are usually good for skiing. The slopes in St. Anton are mostly south-facing, so they get plenty of sun, but this also means the snow may be softer. If you're looking for colder conditions and better snow quality, Lech or Zurs in the same area may be preferable, but they are also a little more central for exploring.
The resort also offers evening tobogganing, and if you're looking for a change of pace, you can check out the Tanzcafé Arlberg Music Festival, which takes place from the end of March to mid-April.
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Ischgl
The resort has a big party scene, with several apres-ski bars on the slopes and in the village, which tend to be busy from 5 pm onwards. The food and drink prices are reasonable, with self-service pizzas and pasta dishes available on the slopes for around 12-13 euros.
For accommodation, Galtur is a cheaper option, with a free ski bus that takes about 10 minutes to get to Ischgl.
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Lech
The resort features some of the best 4- and 5-star hotels in Austria, with ski-in and ski-out locations and exceptional service. Among these is the luxurious Hotel Berghof, located above the centre of Lech, offering a private lift to the resort and main ski lifts. The Hotel Haldenhof, a small and exclusive accommodation, has been a popular choice for guests for many years. Lech also provides exclusive boutiques, extensive walking trails, and romantic horse-drawn sleigh rides to the Zug Valley for non-skiers.
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Sölden
The ski area in Sölden is suited to intermediate and advanced skiers, with many red and 'extreme' blue runs. There are 144 slope kilometres within the Sölden ski area, with 30 mountain gondolas and lifts, including two of the world's most powerful feeder gondola lifts, which can transport over 8100 people per hour.
The ski area at the heart of Ötztal is one of the most spectacular in Austria, with breathtaking viewing platforms. The highest peak is Schwarze Schneide, which attracts skiers to Rettenbach Glacier, with a downhill run of around 15 kilometres. This is one of Sölden's longest slopes and one of Austria's longest top-to-bottom ski runs.
There are plenty of restaurant options in Sölden, from traditional Austrian food to pizzas and burgers. Onkel Tom and Gusto are recommended for great-priced food. There is also a bus that runs down to Längefeld, where there is a thermal spa and swimming pools suitable for families.
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Kitzbühel
The resort offers a range of on-piste and off-piste skiing options, with fresh snow and blue skies in December. Kitzbühel is located at a high altitude, which helps it open early and close late. While March is considered quite late in the ski season, Kitzbühel's altitude means it usually still has good snow depths at this time.
For those looking for a rowdier atmosphere, the resort of St. Anton is recommended, while Lech and Zürs are suggested for those seeking prettier surroundings and a more central location. Ischgl is another option, offering one of the longest total runs in the Alps, great après-ski, and a good variety of pistes for different skill levels.
However, if you are looking for a resort with multiple connected mountains and towns, enough for 6-7 days of skiing, and long scenic pistes, Kitzbühel may be a good choice for your trip in March.
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Frequently asked questions
Generally, most resorts with higher altitudes will offer good snow conditions in March. Some resorts with high altitudes include St Anton, Ischgl, Soelden, Serfaus, Obergurgl/Hochgurgl, and Kuehtai.
Tignes in France is one of the most popular ski resorts in the world and is also one of the best places to ski in March due to its high altitude of 2,100m-3,456m. Another popular ski spot with high altitudes is Zermatt in Switzerland, which has a high altitude of 1,620m-3,820m.
The Stubai glacier ski area is open throughout the summer, with snow conditions permitting on some of the highest slopes in the country. Lech is another late-closing non-glacier resort where snow depths usually look pretty good.
Ski resorts with glaciers, high altitudes, and good snow records are perfect for early March skiing. Some resorts with these conditions include Passo Tonale in Northern Italy and Alpe d’Huez in France.
