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Olympiaregion Seefeld Ski Holidays
There are ski resorts, and then there are ski resorts with a story; Olympiaregion Seefeld sits firmly in the latter camp.
Perched on a sun-drenched south-facing plateau at about 1,200m in the Austrian Tyrol, just 15 miles from Innsbruck, it manages to feel both refreshingly unhurried and quietly sophisticated - the sort of place where horse-drawn carriages clip-clop through a pedestrianised village centre and spa hotels glow warmly in the late afternoon light.
The ‘Olympic’ in the name is no marketing embellishment. Seefeld hosted the Nordic events at the 1964 and 1976 Winter Olympics, and more recently served as the stage for the 2019 FIS Nordic World Ski Championships. That heritage runs deep here, shaping not just the infrastructure but the place's whole identity. This is, above all, a resort that takes cross-country skiing seriously - but that's not to say alpine skiers are an afterthought. Far from it.
The area comprises five villages: Seefeld itself, plus Leutasch, Mösern-Buchen, Reith, and Scharnitz. Each has its own character, but it's Seefeld that provides the beating heart - the boutiques, the wellness hotels, the casino, the après-ski scene. The atmosphere throughout is upscale but never stuffy, with a genuine Tyrolean warmth that keeps guests coming back year after year.
Enjoy sunny, high-altitude plateau skiing across gentle, perfectly groomed pistes - ideal for families and beginners!
Rebecca Dodson, Sales Manager
Mountain Facts
Olympiaregion Seefeld won't be troubling the big-number resorts in terms of altitude or sheer acreage. The base sits at 1,200m, rising to a peak of 2,064m at the Seefelder Joch, giving roughly 25-37km of alpine pistes spread across two main mountains: Rosshütte and Gschwandtkopf. There are 34 modern lifts in the system, including a funicular railway, gondolas, and heated chairlifts - the heated part being rather appreciated on a cold January morning.
But the real numbers to focus on are on the Nordic side. Over 240km of world-class cross-country trails fan out across the plateau, groomed to a standard that has attracted Olympic competition twice over. For those who've always been curious about langlauf, this is genuinely one of the finest places in Europe to give it a go.
Snow conditions in Olympiaregion Seefeld
Seefeld benefits from what you might call ‘snow trap’ geography - the plateau's position tends to collect and hold snow rather more reliably than many comparable resorts. Add to that an extensive snowmaking network covering roughly 90% of the alpine runs, and you have a resort that skiers can plan around with some confidence. The season typically runs from early December through to early April, with mountain stations regularly seeing depths of 25 to 40 inches during peak winter. The valley base stays dependable, too, which matters enormously for the cross-country loops that thread through the lower terrain.
It's worth noting that this isn't a resort built around chasing powder days. What it offers instead is consistency - and for families and intermediate skiers in particular, that's often exactly what's needed.
Skiing in Olympiaregion Seefeld
For beginners, Seefeld is hard to beat. The Geigenbühel and Birkenlift areas sit right in the village, meaning nervous first-timers can slope off to their lesson without the stress of navigating gondolas before they've found their ski legs. These are proper, gentle nursery slopes - wide, forgiving, and mercifully free of fast traffic from more experienced skiers bombing through.
From there, most skiers will naturally graduate to Rosshütte, the larger of the two main areas, which offers a satisfying range of wide, sunny red and blue runs. The terrain here is confidence-building rather than challenging, with long sweeping descents that reward a bit of speed without demanding it. Gschwandtkopf, meanwhile, is the gentler of the pair - rolling, tree-lined slopes that are ideal for those still finding their rhythm or simply in the mood for a relaxed cruise with excellent scenery.
One detail worth flagging for those who fancy a midweek novelty: floodlit night skiing runs on the Rosshütte on Wednesday and Friday evenings, covering a 2.9km run. It's a genuinely lovely way to spend an evening - the mountain feels quite different after dark, and the views down towards the illuminated village below are rather special.
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Snowboarding in Olympiaregion Seefeld
Seefeld isn't a snowboard-focused resort by any stretch, but it caters well to riders in mixed groups. Rosshütte has a fun park with boxes, rails, and a landing bag - good for progression without being particularly technical. The wide, tree-lined pistes across both mountains are genuinely enjoyable for carving, with fewer of the flat, awkward traverses that plague smaller resorts and leave boarders poling along on their heels.
For more experienced riders looking for something off the groomed runs, there are accessible powder stashes in the Rinne area of Härmelekopf - though a guide is strongly recommended. Seefeld isn't the place to come if off-piste is the priority, but for those who simply want to ride decent terrain in beautiful surroundings without the intimidation factor of a bigger resort, it's a thoroughly enjoyable week.
Accommodation in Olympiaregion Seefeld
Seefeld punches well above its weight when it comes to places to stay, and to make choosing between your different options as easy as possible, we’ve put together a list of our favourite spots.
Things to do in Olympiaregion Seefeld
Après-ski in Olympiaregion Seefeld
Seefeld's après-ski scene is more refined than raucous, which suits the resort's personality perfectly. Things tend to kick off on the mountain itself, where the Rosshütte Restaurant terrace is an excellent spot for sunset drinks with sweeping panoramic views - the kind of moment that reminds you why you came.
- Just off the mountain, the Wildmoosalm is a wonderfully rustic almhütte famous for its apple strudel (served tableside with great ceremony) and a well-deserved schnapps on the way out. Both are well worth building into the day!
- Bar Siglu, the striking igloo-shaped bar outside Hotel Klosterbräu, is the liveliest and most popular - especially on sunny afternoons when the terrace fills up quickly. It's reliably good fun, with a Spritz in hand and the distinctive Seekirchl church as a backdrop.
- Woods Kitchen & Bar offers a more modern vibe with views of that same church.
- The Beisl Bar is the place to go for something cosier and more local - traditional Tyrolean atmosphere, good beer, and the kind of late-night energy that sneaks up on you.
- For dinner, Südtiroler Stube is the choice for high-end Tyrolean cuisine done with real care and skill, while Il Sole offers classic Italian that goes down extremely well after a long day on the slopes.
Facilities in Olympiaregion Seefeld
Off the mountain, Seefeld has built a genuinely impressive portfolio of facilities for a resort of its size. The Olympiabad Seefeld is a vast leisure complex with indoor and outdoor pools, a 140-metre wild-water slide, and multiple saunas — the kind of place that can absorb a full afternoon without anyone getting bored. Casino Seefeld, styled as a rustic alpine lodge, is one of the most handsome casinos in Austria and well worth a visit even for those with no particular interest in the tables.
Beyond that, there's 4km of toboggan runs, ice skating rinks, and curling lanes to keep things interesting, plus over 135km of cleared winter walking paths for non-skiers - which means Seefeld works extremely well as a destination for mixed groups, whether that's skiers and non-skiers, or those who simply want to spend half the holiday in a bathrobe in a sauna.
Facilities for children in Olympiaregion Seefeld
Seefeld is an exceptionally good choice for families, and the children's facilities reflect that. Sportis Kinderland at Rosshütte is a 20,000m² dedicated area designed specifically for young skiers, with magic carpets, fun obstacles, and a gentle, welcoming environment where children can progress at their own pace without feeling overwhelmed. It's thoughtfully designed and well-staffed.
For non-skiing childcare, Gizzi's Kids Club provides professional supervision for children aged 2 to 8, so parents can genuinely ski without worrying, even if the little ones aren't quite ready for the slopes yet. The ski schools in the region are highly regarded, with Ski School Seefeld particularly well reviewed for its multilingual instructors and the all-important graduation races that give children a sense of achievement at the end of the week.
Why choose a ski holiday to Olympiaregion Seefeld with Erna Low?
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Known as a world-class Nordic hub, explore cross-country trails and the charming, traditional Tyrolean village centre.
Jane Bolton, Product Director
