The Ski Resort
The Leutasch ski resort in the Seefeld Olympic region can be described as "small but fine" . Winter sports enthusiasts will find here well groomed, 8 km long slopes as well as a great view of the Leutascher mountains. Three lifts are available to visitors at an altitude between 1100 and 1360 metres. The area around the Kreithlift is particularly popular with families, with its manageable size and the slopes that are mainly suitable for beginners.
A chair lift transports the guests to the top of the Katzenkopf mountain. From there, blue marked slopes for beginners and those who prefer it more comfortable, lead either to the T-bar lift "Xanderlift" or back to the valley station of the Kreithlift. Advanced drivers dare the red marked slopes. Skiers can run riot on the only ski run marked black and start at the top station of the chairlift.
The youngest ski beginners in particular practice on the track next to the "baby lift". The Alpin Ski School Leutasch offers assistance.
Interesting facts
- The vertical drop from summit to base is 223 m. The average difference in altitude between base and summit of Ski Resorts in Austria is 720 m. Runs and slopes are therefore relatively short. The high point of the ski resort is located at an elevation of 1,363 m.
- Average snow depth during the season is 103 cm at summit elevation and 46 cm at base elevation. Snow coverage is usually best during February, offering an average snow depth of 115 cm at summit elevation and 50 cm at the base.
- Leutasch features 31 sunny days on average per season. The average for all ski Resorts in Austria is 32 sunny days. January is the sunniest month with an average of 12 sunny days.
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On Mountain Dining
The restaurant "Mooswirt" is located at the foot of the Leutasch mountain railway in the same building as the ski school. The Mooswirt serves traditional Tyrolean dishes such as Kaiserschmarrn and dumplings as well as Mediterranean dishes in a modern Alpine style. Children can bridge the waiting time for food in the in-house children's corner.
The "Hochmoos Alm" is located directly at the mountain station of the Kreith lift. When the weather is fine, guests can fortify themselves here on the sun terrace with local Austrian cuisine; when it's cold, you can take a seat in the rustic hut.
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Activities
Sled fans are in good hands in Leutasch, the place has five toboggan runs. The longest with 3 km are the Wetterstein and Rauthütte cableways. Who wants to avoid the strenuous ascent on foot, uses the natural toboggan run Katzenkopf, which is reached quite comfortably with the Kreithlift.
Tired winter sports enthusiasts will find relaxation in Alpenbad Leutasch. In addition to a spacious indoor swimming pool with a small children's pool, the bath offers an outdoor area and a sauna world where massages are also offered.
Whoever longs for some culture after sport can visit the Ganghofermuseum. There the village history of Leutasch and the life of the local poet Ludwig Ganghofer is presented. The Ganghoferway into the Gaistal is a good alternative for all those who prefer to follow the writer's tracks in the fresh air.
Après-Ski and Nightlife
A popular meeting point for après-ski is the Katzenkopfhütte, which is only 10 metres away from the exit of the Kreithlift. In the valley you can also celebrate: In the rustic "Snow-Star-Bar" you can swing your Jagatee to chart classics.
Dining and Restaurants
The specialities - Restaurant "Forellenhof" at Weidachsee is very popular with locals and tourists alike. Freshly caught trout and char are served in a cosy atmosphere.
Infrastructure & Rental
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All Ski Rentals Leutasch (1)Getting here
Coming from Germany, Leutasch can be easily reached by car via Munich-Garmisch-Mittenwald without tolls and vignettes.
By train: The nearest station is Seefeld or Mittenwald. From there you can take the Postbus (line 4184) to the ski area.
By plane: The nearest airport to Leutasch is Innsbruck (approx. 30 km). An alternative to Innsbruck is the Franz-Josef-Strauß-Airport in Munich, which is a bit further away at 165 km. Bus line 40 brings skiers from the airport of the Bavarian capital directly to Seefeld.
