If you ski Lofer you will enjoy a resort that's mainly Austrians. It's a hidden secret and has 46km of piste of mixed levels to ensure your skiing & snowboarding in Austria is a memorable holiday. Read our guide.
Where
If you ski Lofer you will be based in a traditional and pretty village just over half an hour from Salzburg. Little known outside Austria this is a ski resort to be recommended if you are wanting a break away from the rowdy crowds. Small and friendly, the resort has a good mix of slopes, and a lively après-ski scene. It's also very accessible from the airports.
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Suitable For |
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RESORT ALTITUDE : |
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TOTAL PISTE : |
46 km |
LONGEST RUN : |
7 km |
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OVERALL |
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SKIING |
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BOARDING |
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APRÉS |
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FAMILIES |
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Beginners
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Intermediates
67 / % |
Advanced
26 / % |
Experts
7 / % |
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On the slopes
There are 46 kilometres of piste available in Lofer ski resort. The vertical drop is over 1000 metres, with a longest run of over 9 kilometres down to the valley floor. The resort has a good snow record and all the lower slopes have snowmaking equipment. There are good connections to other local resorts including Kitzbühel and Zell am See. The skiing and snowboarding here will give you a great holiday.
Off the slopes
The compact pedestrianised centre of Lofer village has plenty of traditional bars and restaurants to keep you busy in the evenings, offering a good range of local and international fare. Other activities available include tobogganing, curling and sleigh rides. A great, hidden, winter getaway.
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RESORT BAD POINTS
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Tourist Office
Worldwide cover from £60.48
or Single trip Europe cover from £22.98 - get covered before you arrive!
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