Stubai Glacier: 5 things to know before you go
Austrian Alps, Austria 🇦🇹
Austria's largest glacier ski area, the Stubai climbs to 3210 m a short drive from Innsbruck. Snow-sure from autumn to late spring, with gentle glacier cruising and grand high-alpine views.
1.Is the snow reliable in Stubai Glacier?
Yes. The base sits at 1750 m and the top reaches 3210 m, which puts snow reliability among the very best on our index (score 90/100).
2.Do you need a car, or can you ski in and out?
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.
3.How big is the ski area, and who is it for?
With 64 km of piste on 26 lifts, it is a mid-size area, easy to get to know over a long weekend. The terrain is balanced (0 green, 22 blue, 28 red, 12 black), which suits a mixed-level group skiing together.
4.What is the resort like?
Stubai Glacier stands out for glacier skiing up high and a family-friendly setup.
5.When is the best time to go?
The season usually runs Sep 28 to May 11 (about 32 weeks). For the most dependable cover, the deep-winter window of January to February is the safe bet. The altitude also holds spring snow, so late-season skiing stays good well into spring.
The full Stubai Glacier guide
Hotels, piste breakdown, snow month by month, lift and rental info, map and more.
More questions, answered
- How much vertical drop does Stubai Glacier have?
- About 1460 m of vertical, from a 1750 m base to 3210 m at the top.
- Is Stubai Glacier part of a larger ski area?
- No, it is a self-contained resort with its own 64 km of piste rather than part of a linked domain.
- Is Stubai Glacier good for beginners?
- Less so: the terrain leans intermediate and advanced (0 green, 22 blue), so committed beginners are better off starting elsewhere.
- Can you ski on a glacier here?
- Yes, there is glacier skiing up high, which stretches the season and helps in lean snow years.