Mayrhofen is a ski resort in Austria with 142 km of pistes and 57 lifts. Skiing reaches up to 2 500 m above sea level and the village sits at 630 m. Accommodation with lift pass included can be booked directly, you arrange your own travel there.
Mayrhofen sits at the bottom of the Zillertal valley, one of Tyrol's most popular ski regions, and offers a perfect blend of challenging pistes, lively après-ski and genuine Tyrolean atmosphere. The resort sits at 630 metres and is one of the Zillertal's largest and best-known destinations, with direct access to two ski areas: Penken and Ahorn.
What really puts Mayrhofen on the map among experienced skiers is the Harakiri run on Penken. With a gradient of a full 78%, it's Austria's steepest groomed piste and a proper challenge even for the bravest. But Mayrhofen has much more to offer. The Penken area provides varied skiing with modern lifts and a wide range of runs, while Ahorn is a gentler alternative that's perfect for families.
With the Zillertal Superskipass, you get access to the whole valley's 546km of pistes and four separate ski areas, making Mayrhofen an excellent base if you want to explore the whole region. The ski buses in the valley run efficiently and are free with the lift pass.
Mayrhofen's lively centre has a wide range of restaurants, bars and shops. The après-ski scene is among the most energetic in the Zillertal, with well-known spots like Scotland Yard and Ice Bar. At the same time, the resort has genuine Austrian charm that makes it more than just a party destination.
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Mayrhofen's local ski area covers 142km of pistes split between Penken (varied, steep terrain) and Ahorn (gentler and family-friendly). With 57 lifts and the famous Harakiri run (78% gradient), the resort attracts both families and advanced skiers. With the Zillertal Superskipass, you can reach the whole valley's 546km of pistes via efficient ski buses.
Piste map for Mayrhofen
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Best time to travel to Mayrhofen
January and February bring the best snow conditions, particularly in the higher parts of Penken. March offers sunnier days with good snow above 1,800 metres. The village's low altitude (630m) means the lowest runs can be patchy late in the season.
How to get to Mayrhofen
You arrange your own travel, and many drive their own car. Taking the Eurotunnel from Folkestone and arriving at Calais, it's roughly 1 136 km to Mayrhofen, around 11,6 hours of pure driving time through France. Remember that studded tyres are banned in France and Germany.
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Harakiri has a gradient of 78%, making it Austria's steepest groomed piste. It's located on Penken and is graded black. The run is short but extremely steep, and it's recommended that you're an experienced skier before you tackle it.
Yes, with the Zillertal Superskipass you get access to the whole valley's 546km of pistes. A free ski bus takes you to Hintertux, Zillertal Arena and Hochfügen. Mayrhofen works excellently as a base for exploring the whole region.
Absolutely. The Ahorn area is perfect for families, with wide, gentle pistes and a children's park. Penken also has beginner areas. The après-ski scene is lively, but there are plenty of quieter restaurants and activities for families.
Mayrhofen has direct access to two ski areas: Penken with wide variety and steep terrain, and Ahorn which is gentler and family-friendly. Together they make up 142km of pistes with 57 lifts.
