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Skifahrer flitzt die Piste hinab in der SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental.

What is open and what will open soon?

Season start 2025/26

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Eine Frau in Skikleidung zeigt ihren Skipass.

SkiWelt tariffs

Prices & offers in winter...

Opening times and season

Opening hours

Ticket office opening times, cable car & lift operating times, ticket machines, status of the lifts,...

Zwei rote Ski auf weißem Hintergrund mit der Aufschrift Super Ski Weeks und 15% Discount

Offers

Super Ski Weeks – 15%
Family Ski Weeks – children ski for free
Ladies´ Day & Men´s Day

Drei verschiedene Skipässe (SkiWelt, Snow Card Tirol, SuperSkiCard) sind vor einem schneebedeckten Alpenpanorama und einer Berghütte mit Kapelle auf der Hohen Salve zu sehen

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Winter tickets

Pre-sale until 3 December 2025 (SnowCardTirol until 31 October)

Salvistabahn gondeln zur kleinen Salve in SkiWelt Itter_Winter

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SkiWelt access points

In the 8 SkiWelt resorts of the large SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental, over 275 kilometers of slopes with snowmaking...

Skifahrer auf Kandler Abfahrt in SkiWelt Westendorf Brixen mit Blick auf Wilden Kaiser

Information for each level

What type of skier are you?

Beginner - Family - Sporty - Adventurous

Insanely big. Insanely close.

Start tour

360° panoramic tour

Virtual tour through the SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental in winter...

SkiWelt villages

Hopfgarten

Historic town center with direct access to the SkiWelt

Scheffau

Natural gem on Lake Hinterstein with access to the SkiWelt

Itter

Quiet village with panoramic views and the new Salvista cable car

Blick auf den Wilden Kaiser bestäubt mit Schnee.

Ellmau

Film village with golf course, magic world, and view of the Wilder Kaiser

Brixen im Thale

Family-friendly vacation spot in the heart of the Brixental valley

Westendorf

Sunny village with golf course, access to the SkiWelt, and Alpine flair

Kelchsau

More information about Kelchsau in the Brixental valley...

Söll

Mountain experiences at Hexenwasser and views from the Hohe Salve

Going

Places of power and pony alpine pasture – nature vacation for the whole family

The SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental is one of the largest and most modern ski areas in the world. Unique: 8 direct access points with over 275 kilometers of perfectly groomed slopes and 20 valley runs await you. Whether you are a beginner, family, leisure or sports skier, everyone has a lot of fun in the SkiWelt. Skiers can also expect 81 modern lifts, panoramic views of over 70x 3000m mountains, 3 fun parks, adventure slopes, 3 floodlit toboggan runs and Austria's largest night skiing area. The 80 huts are family-run and invite you to take a break with sun terraces and service.

Only 1 hour away from Salzburg, Innsbruck or Munich, the SkiWelt is not only incredibly quick but also easy to reach by car, bus, train or plane.

Welcome to Brixen im Thale, Ellmau, Going, Hopfgarten, Itter, Scheffau, Söll and Westendorf.

SkiWelt snow report

26.10.2025

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In future, we will send you personalised information about special offers from SkiWelt and benefits of the ski pass. You will also automatically be entered into our monthly prize draws.

Insanely attractive offers

10% discount

March early bird promotion

Buy your ski pass by 28 February 2026 and save 10% in March

-15% on ski passes from 3-day tickets

SuperSkiWeeks

6.-19.12.2025 + 14.3.-6.4.2026

To the promotion

Free skiing for children up to 15 years

FamilySkiWeeks

6.-19.12.2025 + 14.3.-6.4.2026

To the promotion

Mutter und Tochter haben Spaß beim Skifahren.

1 ticket for 2 parents

Young family ski pass

Buy a 3 - 14 day ski pass and use it alternately. Valid for all parents with small children up to 3 years

About the special ticket

-10% for ladies on Wednesday

Ladies´ Day

For ladies every Wednesday from 7.1.2026

Go to discount

Freude beim Skifahren_Hintergrund Wilder Kaiser

-10% for men on Tuesday

Men´s Day

From 13.1.2026 every Tuesday for men

Go to discount

Zwei Skifahrer gleiten die schneebedeckte Piste hinunter, umgeben von majestätischen Bergen. Der Himmel ist klar und blau, die Landschaft strahlt winterliche Ruhe aus.

Ski earlier at no extra charge

Early Bird Skiing

from 13.2.2026 - earlier on the slopes from 7:30 am in BRIXEN and WESTENDORF

To the lift overview

kids + teens ski for free

Winter opening special for groups

6. - 7.12. + 12. - 14.12.2025

To the promotion

Eine detaillierte Ski-Piste-Karte der SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental. Sie zeigt 275 km Pisten, 81 Bahnen und Lifte sowie 80 urige Hütten in einer bergigen Winterlandschaft.

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SkiWelt all-year ticket

SkiWelt Wintercard + Adventure Summercard

Season ticket

SkiWelt Wintercard

SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental

Abbildung der SuperSkiCard vor einem winterlichen Hintergrund.

Season ticket

SuperSkiCard Premium

Season ticket for the world's largest ski pass network

Nightjet | Railjet

Combo ticket ÖBB x SkiWelt

Together with ÖBB, there are two combined offers for you to get from the train to the slopes of the SkiWelt in a relaxed manner...

Experiences in the SkiWelt

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Information for each level

What type of skier are you?

Beginner - Family - Sporty - Adventurous

Zwei Personen rodeln lachend nebeneinander durch eine verschneite Winterlandschaft im Wald.

All toboggan runs by day & night

Tobogganing

Sledging in the SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental

Söll & Brixen

Night skiing in the SkiWelt

10 km of perfectly groomed, floodlit ski slopes, rustic ski huts and a fun park await you in Austria's largest night skiing area!

Zwei Winterwanderer die durch die SkiWelt Ellmau-Going wandern.

On foot in the SkiWelt

Winter hiking trails

An offer for all winter hikers, connoisseurs and panoramic view lovers. What could be better than looking at the world from above in the wonderfully clear winter air? With just one cable car ticket, winter hikers in the SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental have the choice of using 13 panoramic cable cars (KiWest not included)...

Freunde gehen bei Sonnenaufgang Skitouren.

What rules apply in the SkiWelt?

Ski touring

Mutter und Tochter stehen an einer der Rabenrallye Stationen.

Additional experiences

Adventures on the mountain

More than a ski resort...

Snowtrex Award - SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental - Best Place To Ski 2024

The SkiWelt was awarded

Awards & seals of approval

Zwei Personen beim Wintertraining auf einer verschneiten Langlaufloipe, umgeben von Schneebedeckten Bäumen und Bergen unter strahlend blauem Himmel.

148.1 km | high-altitude trail 2.2 km

Cross-country skiing

Information for each level

What type of skier are you?

Beginner - Family - Sporty - Adventurous

All toboggan runs by day & night

Tobogganing

Sledging in the SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental

Söll & Brixen

Night skiing in the SkiWelt

10 km of perfectly groomed, floodlit ski slopes, rustic ski huts and a fun park await you in Austria's largest night skiing area!

On foot in the SkiWelt

Winter hiking trails

What rules apply in the SkiWelt?

Ski touring

Additional experiences

Adventures on the mountain

More than a ski resort...

The SkiWelt was awarded

Awards & seals of approval

148.1 km | high-altitude trail 2.2 km

Cross-country skiing

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Advent on the Hartkaiser mountain

Fr., 05.12.2025

Ellmau

16:30 o'clock

Ellmi´s magical christmas market on the mountain Experience the Christmas season in Ellmi's magical world, which is transformed into a sparkling Christmas wonderland. The Hartkaiser summit shines with a sea of lights. The gondola lift takes you to Ellmi. At 1,555 meters, a Christmas market with a torchlight trail awaits you. Huts and music invite you to enjoy. The scent of mulled wine, gingerbread and the festive sounds make Christmas time simply magical.

‘Stöckli’ ski test at the Brandstadl

Sa., 13.12.2025

Scheffau am Wilden Kaiser

08:30 o'clock

The latest Stöckli models for the upcoming season are available to try out at the new ski testing event. You can try out the new skis extensively on the slopes and compare them directly, with expert advice available on site. This is an ideal opportunity to experience the latest technology up close and discover your favourite model. When: 13 & 14 December 2025, starting at 8:30 a.m. Where: Brandstadlbahn Scheffau mountain station

New Year's Eve Party in Westendorf

Mi., 31.12.2025

Alpenrosenbahn Westendorf , Westendorf

17:00 o'clock

New Year's Eve Party in Westendorf - Programme for 31 December 2025 - Location: Valley station of the Alpenrosenbahn in Westendorf - 05:00 p.m.: Torchlight parade of the ski schools Experience an unforgettable end to the year on Wendsday, December 31, 2025, at the valley station of the Alpenrosenbahn in Westendorf (Bergliftstraße 18). From 5 pm, an atmospheric torchlight run awaits you of the Westendorf ski schools. The highlight: afterwards spectacular fireworks will light up the Alpenrosenbahn the Alpenrosenbahn valley station. We look forward to your visit!

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Advent on the Hartkaiser mountain

Fr., 05.12.2025 - Sa., 20.12.2025

Ellmau

16:30 o'clock

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‘Stöckli’ ski test at the Brandstadl

Sa., 13.12.2025 - So., 14.12.2025

Scheffau am Wilden Kaiser

08:30 o'clock

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New Year's Eve Party in Westendorf

Mi., 31.12.2025

Alpenrosenbahn Westendorf , Westendorf

17:00 o'clock

New Year's Eve on Hochsöll

On New Year's Eve, various huts on Hochsöll offer a turn of the year on the mountain. The Hexenwasser gondola is also open at night for pedestrians and tobogganers on New Year's Eve. Please note the opening and closing times: Operating hours of the Hexenwasser gondola 6:30 - 8:00 pm 00:30 - 01:30 am Prices (1x ascent and descent) - Prices follow - Adults: Youths: Children: Prices (multiple ascents between 6:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. possible) - Prices follow - Adults: Youths: Children: Please note: the last descent is at 1:30 am. Night rides are only possible for pedestrians and tobogganers. The toboggan runs are also open. No access for skiers – the slopes are not open! Toboggan rental Sporthaus Edinger: until 6:00 p.m. Hohe Salve toboggan rental: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. (+ for returning from 11:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m.)

Mi., 31.12.2025

New Year's Eve on the mountain in Hopfgarten

A very special end to the year - an experience for the whole family! The Hopfgartner mountain New Year's Eve with breathtaking fireworks. Take the Hopfgarten mountain railway directly to the middle station and experience your New Year's Eve on the mountain. (Gondola operation from 19:00 - 02:00) The hosts from Tennerstadl and Salvenalm look forward to seeing you: www.tenn.at and www.salvenalm.at (All tables in the indoor area of the two huts have already been reserved. You can also eat in the heated party tent at the Salvenallm - no reservation is necessary here). In the Tennerstadl, groovy beats from DJ bäriger Bursch combined with the rousing saxophone solos of Hannah Lhotta are guaranteed to get the dancefloor shaking! A DJ ensures the best atmosphere at the Salvenalm. There's something for every music lover - from party music to oldies and pop evergreens. Prices for the gondola ride will follow Further information can be found on www.hohe-salve.com/newyear

Mi., 31.12.2025

New years eve celebrations at the Hartkaiser

Celebrate New Year's Eve at 1550m! Start the year 2026 with us and a fantastic view! Celebrate the party of the year on New Year's Eve, 31 December 2025, high above the valley on the Ellmauer Hartkaiser! The gondola will take you up the mountain and down to the valley between 7pm and 2am! The Bergkaiser restaurant and the Kaiserlounge are open for you.

Mi., 31.12.2025

Lawinencamp Basis (SAAC)

Beim Basis Camp erhalten Skifahrer und Snowboarder in einem 2-tägigen Kurs Backgroundinfo und Praxis für Off-piste Freaks. Dabei informieren staatlich geprüfte Ski- und Bergführer über alpine Gefahren abseits der gesicherten Pisten. Programm Sonntag, 05.01.2025 | 16.00 - 19.00 Uhr: Theorie (Treffpunkt: Gemeindeamt Westendorf, Alpenrosensaal, Sennereiweg 2, 6363 Westendorf)Montag, 06.01.2025 | 08.45 - 15.30 Uhr: Praxis (Treffpunkt: Talstation Alpenrosenbahn) Unterkunft: Die Teilnehmer*innen müssen ihre Unterkunft selbst organisieren. Der Tourismusverband Westendorf hilft dir gerne bei der Suche. Nähere Informationen und Anmeldung: www.saac.at

Mo., 05.01.2026 - Di., 06.01.2026

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