Mayrhofen, Austria
Big skiing with a famously wild side.
Mayrhofen manages to combine a proper Tyrolean town with a ski area that has far more bite than its traditional appearance suggests. The wider Mayrhofen ski area offers 142km of pistes, reaching around 2,500m, with Penken providing the sportier terrain and Ahorn offering a calmer alternative. Then there is Harakiri, with a gradient of up to 78%, one of the resort’s most famous calling cards.
Why
Mayrhofen?
THE HARAKIRI
Its infamous 78% gradient makes Harakiri one of Austria’s steepest prepared piste experiences.
TWO DISTINCT SIDES
Penken delivers sportier skiing, while Ahorn offers wider, more relaxed terrain and panoramic cruising.
RELIABLE CONDITIONS
Most of the terrain sits high above the valley, with extensive snowmaking supporting skiing through the season.
A PROPER SKI TOWN
Mayrhofen combines slopes with shops, bars, restaurants and a lively centre rather than a purpose-built base.
Best for
Need to know
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Mixed groups who want both challenging and relaxed terrain.
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Confident skiers tempted by Harakiri and the sportier Penken runs.
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Anyone who wants a lively Austrian town rather than a purpose-built resort.
ELEVATION
Resort is at 630m, top of the ski area is 2,500m
SKI AREA
142km of pistes across Penken, Ahorn, Rastkogel and Eggalm
NEAREST AIRPORT
Innsbruck Airport - approximately 65km away
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