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Mayrhofen Hippach is a ski area in the heart of the Zillertal Valley in the Austrian Tyrol, centred on Mayrhofen - one of Austria's most popular and lively resort towns. The skiing is split across two main mountains: the Penken (for the main ski area, including the famous Harakiri run) and the Ahorn (a separate, family-friendly mountain). In winter, the Penken connects through the Rastkogel-Eggalm sector to the Hintertux Glacier, creating an extended domain that stretches from the valley floor to over 3,000 m. It's a place where serious skiing meets serious après-ski.
The Penken-Rastkogel-Eggalm domain covers 142 km of marked piste served by 57 lifts, sitting between 630 m and 2,500 m. There are 57 runs: 6 green, 18 blue, 18 red, and 15 black. The main season runs from early December to mid-April, with the Hintertux Glacier connection extending the terrain to 3,250 m and year-round skiing. Three resorts share the local pass: Mayrhofen, Hippach, and Ramsau im Zillertal. The area is also covered by the broader Zillertal Superskipass.
Mayrhofen is the main resort - a bustling town at 630 m with a wide main street, good restaurants, and some of Austria's most famous après-ski bars. Hippach is a quieter village just down the valley with its own gondola access. Ramsau im Zillertal is a small, traditional community with a calm, local feel. Between them, you get a varied ski area with a lively base, challenging terrain, and the option to extend onto the glacier. Browse Mayrhofen Hippach ski deals on WeSki to start planning your trip.
Mayrhofen is the Zillertal's principal resort town, sitting at 630 m at the point where the main valley splits into four side valleys (the Tuxertal, Zillergrund, Stillupgrund, and Zemmgrund). The town has a buzzing main street - the Hauptstraße - lined with restaurants, ski shops, and bars, including the Bruck'n Stadl, one of Austria's most famous après-ski venues. The skiing is accessed by two gondolas from the edge of town: the Penkenbahn takes you to the Penken (2,095 m), the main ski area with the Harakiri and the link through to the glacier; the Ahornbahn takes you to the Ahorn (2,000 m), a separate, gentler mountain that's purpose-designed for families. The town has a wide range of accommodation from budget to high-end, and the atmosphere is energetic and sociable.
Hippach is a small village at 600 m just north of Mayrhofen, with its own gondola - the Horbergbahn - providing direct access to the Penken ski area. It's a quieter, more affordable alternative to Mayrhofen, with a handful of hotels, guesthouses, and traditional restaurants. The gondola deposits you on the same mountain as the Penkenbahn from Mayrhofen, so you have identical ski access. The village has a genuine Tyrolean character - a church, a few Gasthöfe, and a relaxed pace. It's a smart choice for anyone who wants full Penken access without Mayrhofen's bustle, and the short distance between the two (about 3 km) means you can easily visit Mayrhofen for evening entertainment.
Ramsau im Zillertal is a traditional farming village at 630 m, slightly further north along the valley from Hippach. It has its own small ski area - the Rastkogelbahn provides access to the Eggalm sector, which connects to the Penken and, in winter, through to the Hintertux Glacier. The village is quiet and genuinely local, with a few guesthouses and a community atmosphere. It's the most understated base in the area, suited to families or anyone who wants a calm starting point with access to the wider ski domain.
The Ahorn is Mayrhofen's dedicated beginner mountain - a separate, family-oriented area accessed by its own gondola from the town centre. The wide, gentle plateau at the top has nursery slopes separated from faster traffic, with easy greens and a progression onto blues in a calm environment. On the Penken, the terrain is steeper and less suited to first-timers, though there's a small beginners' area at the top of the gondola. Hippach and Ramsau don't have dedicated beginners' zones - the Ahorn is the clear choice for learning.
Ski and snowboard lessons are available through WeSki in Mayrhofen, for adults and children.
WeSki tip: The Ahorn is one of the best dedicated beginner mountains in the Tyrol. It's entirely separate from the Penken, so there's no pressure from faster skiers, and the wide plateau at the top feels spacious and safe. Spend your first two or three days here, then take the Penkenbahn for a bigger adventure once you're confident on blues.
With 18 blues and 18 reds, intermediates have a strong selection on the Penken. The runs from the Penken summit (2,095 m) have good vertical and varied terrain through the trees. The link through the Rastkogel-Eggalm sector towards Hintertux extends the terrain significantly and gives you a full day's touring. The Eggalm side has quieter, well-groomed reds that are less busy than the main Penken slopes. The Zillertal Superskipass extends access further to the Zillertal Arena, Hochzillertal-Hochfügen, and other valley areas for day trips.
WeSki tip: The Rastkogel-Eggalm connection from the Penken towards Hintertux is an excellent day circuit. Start from Mayrhofen or Hippach, ski across the Rastkogel, down through the Eggalm sector, and either continue to the glacier or loop back. The Eggalm reds are quieter than the Penken side and the scenery opens up significantly.
The 15 blacks include the Harakiri - at 78% gradient, one of the steepest groomed runs in Austria. Beyond the Harakiri, the Penken has several sustained blacks with genuine pitch, and the upper terrain above the treeline has some interesting freeride lines. The winter connection to the Hintertux Glacier (3,250 m) adds high-altitude terrain with glacier descents and serious off-piste routes. The Zillertal's position on the main Alpine ridge means it catches big storms, and after heavy snowfall, the tree skiing on the Penken is excellent. A mountain guide is recommended for glacier terrain and backcountry exploration.
WeSki tip: The Harakiri is groomed daily and is the resort's signature challenge. It's best tackled early in the morning when the surface is fresh and predictable. Commit to the fall line - traversing across the 78% gradient makes it feel steeper. If the main run feels daunting, there's an easier option next to it for a gentler descent.
The Mayrhofen-Hippach pass covers the Penken, Ahorn, and the Rastkogel-Eggalm sector on a single ticket. Passes are available from one day up to the full season, with discounted rates for children, teens, and seniors. For the wider valley, the Zillertal Superskipass covers Mayrhofen-Hippach plus the Hintertux Glacier, Zillertal Arena, Hochzillertal-Hochfügen, and all other Zillertal areas - 530 km of piste and the Zillertalbahn railway on one ticket.
You can add the lift pass directly to your WeSki booking, along with ski equipment hire at Mayrhofen and Hippach - so everything's sorted before you arrive.
WeSki tip: The Zillertal Superskipass is strongly recommended over the local Mayrhofen-Hippach pass. It adds the Hintertux Glacier (year-round, 3,250 m), the Zillertal Arena, and other valley areas, plus the Zillertalbahn railway. For a week's stay, the extra terrain and flexibility are well worth the upgrade.
Innsbruck is the closest airport, around 1 hour 15 minutes' drive east through the Inn Valley and into the Zillertal. Salzburg is about 2 hours, and Munich roughly 2 hours 15 minutes. By train, Mayrhofen is the terminus of the Zillertalbahn narrow-gauge railway, connecting to the mainline station at Jenbach on the Innsbruck-Salzburg route. The Zillertalbahn takes about 50 minutes from Jenbach and is a scenic journey through the valley. Hippach and Ramsau are both on the Zillertalbahn route. A free ski bus runs between the villages during the season.
WeSki has private and shared transfers to Mayrhofen and Hippach, plus private transfers to Ramsau im Zillertal. Add them to your booking for a straightforward door-to-door trip.
The Penken area operates from early December to mid-April. The Hintertux Glacier (accessible via the Rastkogel-Eggalm link in winter, or by driving up the Tuxertal) is open year-round. The Penken tops out at 2,500 m on the Rastkogel, and the north-facing upper slopes hold snow well. Snowmaking is extensive across the main runs. January to mid-March typically sees the most reliable coverage, with the glacier adding altitude security.
Austrian school holidays in February and the Christmas-New Year period are the busiest times. Mayrhofen's nightlife draws a younger crowd and weekends can be particularly lively. If you've got flexibility, early January and the first half of March are quieter on the slopes. Hippach and Ramsau stay calmer even at peak times. The Snowbombing festival (usually mid-April) brings a unique music-and-skiing combination to Mayrhofen for the season finale.
Yes. The Ahorn is a dedicated beginner mountain with a wide, gentle plateau, nursery slopes, and a calm atmosphere. It's accessed by its own gondola from Mayrhofen. The Penken is steeper and better suited to intermediates and above. Ski and snowboard lessons for adults and children are available through WeSki in Mayrhofen.
The Penken-Rastkogel-Eggalm domain covers 142 km of piste served by 57 lifts, ranging from 630 m to 2,500 m. There are 57 runs: 6 green, 18 blue, 18 red, and 15 black. In winter, the area connects through to the Hintertux Glacier (3,250 m). The Zillertal Superskipass extends access to 530 km across the full valley.
The Harakiri is a groomed black run on the Penken with a 78% gradient - one of the steepest groomed pistes in Austria. It's maintained daily and is skiable by confident advanced skiers. The key is committing to the fall line rather than traversing. It's best tackled early in the morning when the grooming is fresh. An easier alternative runs alongside it.
The Penken is Mayrhofen's main ski mountain - steeper, more varied, with reds, blacks, and the link to the Hintertux Glacier. The Ahorn is a separate, dedicated family mountain with gentle terrain and a calm atmosphere, accessed by its own gondola. Beginners go to the Ahorn; intermediates and above go to the Penken. Both are covered by the same pass.
Yes. In winter, the Penken connects through the Rastkogel-Eggalm sector to the Hintertux Glacier (3,250 m). This extends the terrain significantly and adds year-round glacier skiing. The connection is on-mountain during ski hours. Outside the winter connection period, the glacier is reached by driving up the Tuxertal (about 20 minutes from Mayrhofen).
The Penken operates from early December to mid-April. The Hintertux Glacier is open year-round. The Zillertal Superskipass covers both. January to mid-March sees the most consistent conditions on the main mountain.
Fly to Innsbruck (about 1 hr 15 min drive), Salzburg (2 hr), or Munich (2 hr 15 min). By train, Mayrhofen is the terminus of the Zillertalbahn from Jenbach (50 min), which connects to the Innsbruck-Salzburg mainline. WeSki has private and shared transfers to Mayrhofen and Hippach, plus private transfers to Ramsau.
Yes. Ski and snowboard lessons are available through WeSki in Mayrhofen. Ski equipment hire is available at Mayrhofen and Hippach. You can add both to your booking along with your lift pass and transfers.
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