Bavarian Alps, Germany 🇩🇪
Mittenwald is a frescoed violin-making town at 920 m in the shadow of the Karwendel, where the Karwendelbahn lifts skiers to 2,244 m for the legendary seven-kilometre Dammkar freeride run.
Usually, with help. From 920 m to 2244 m the resort leans on grooming and snowmaking in lean spells, so check the live report before booking early or late dates (score 72/100).
This is more of a valley base than a slopeside village, so expect a lift, train or shuttle to the snow each morning. Staying central, near the main lift, saves the most time.
It is a compact area, 12 km of piste on 6 lifts, best for a short break or a focused trip rather than a full week. The terrain is balanced (0 green, 4 blue, 4 red, 4 black), which suits a mixed-level group skiing together.
Mittenwald stands out for serious off-piste and freeride terrain.
The season usually runs Dec 14 to Apr 7 (about 16 weeks). For the most dependable cover, the deep-winter window of January to February is the safe bet. Conditions soften as spring arrives, so earlier in the window is the safer call.
Hotels, piste breakdown, snow month by month, lift and rental info, map and more.
Hotels we like for ski access and value. Prices are indicative; check live availability.
Excellent · 2.4k reviews
One of the highest-rated places to stay in Mittenwald, with guests singling out the service and comfort.
Guests rate this hotel as excellent (4.7/5 from 2,413 reviews). It sits about 1.1 km from the slopes. A mid-range option for Mittenwald, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.
Excellent · 527 reviews
Moments from the lifts in Mittenwald, so you can ski back to the door and skip the morning queues.
Excellent · 84 reviews
Strong value for Mittenwald, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.
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