Kirchberg
Kirchberg - A delight for all level skiers
Although its famous neighbour, Kitzbühel, may be better known you will find a lot more cheap ski holidays in Kirchberg with the added benefit of still being able to ski the same mountain. Kirchberg attracts couples, groups and families - any dedicated skiers looking for the lower ski deals that its more upmarket neighbour doesn't offer.
Skiing in Kirchberg offers access to one of the largest linked ski areas in Austria. Beginners can start off on the gentle slopes of Kirchberg's own mountain, Gaisberg, while more experienced skiers can access over 164km of runs in the Kitzbüheler Ski Circus by ski bus or cable car from the town. If you really want a challenge then you can try your hand at the world's most difficult downhill run, The Hahnenkamm. There are also plenty of options for snowboarders in the area with a local snowboard park as well as a second near the Kitzbühelerhorn.
Ski holidays in Kirchberg offer bargains to many of the ski and snowboarding related festivals held in the region each season. The world famous Hahnenkamm Race Week is just one of these. Kirchberg offers a number of lively pubs that you can party the night away in or as an alternative you can also take a trip into Kitzbühel to try out their après ski scene or try your hand in the casino.
Resort Information |
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Altitude of resort: | 800 metres | |
Top elevation: | 1965 metres | |
Largest vertical drop: | 1165 metres | |
Total length of slopes: | 164 kilometres | |
Longest run: | 6.8 kilometres | |
Beginner: | 50% | |
Intermediate: | 42% | |
Advanced: | 8% | |
Number of lifts: | 54 | |
Snowboard: | Yes |