Nordkette Skiing Area - Innsbruck

Fancy going straight from the Innsbruck Christmas Market to the snow? Or perhaps some shopping before hitting the slopes? Both are possible at the Nordkette Skiing Area on the Seegrube and the Hafelekar. The lifts whisk you from the city centre to the top in just 20 minutes. The Nordkette is not only popular with skiers and sun-seekers but is also known far beyond Austria's borders as a boarding hotspot. On the Seegrube, known locally as the "Gruabn", you'll find the world's only in-city snowpark: the Nordkette SkylinePark. Here, freeskiers and snowboarders will find ideal conditions to prepare for competitions - a true freestyle paradise.

For families, the Seegrube offers a Kids Area with a magic carpet, practice slopes, and a play hill. Experienced freeriders can get their adrenaline fix descending the legendary Karrinne on the Hafelekar. With a 70% gradient, it's one of the steepest ski routes in Europe.

Most of the slopes are intermediate. For pure relaxation, head to the deckchairs at 2,000 metres with stunning views over Innsbruck. Treat yourself to a break at the Restaurant Seegrube by DoN, Innsbruck's highest sun terrace. The SKI plus CITY Pass Innsbruck Stubai is valid in the Nordkette Skiing Area, giving you access to 12 ski resorts in the region.

Altitude: 860 - 2,260 m a.s.l.
Ski slopes: 13.9 km (0,5 km easy / 13 km medium / 0.4 km difficult) plus 5 km ski routes
Snowmaking: no snowmaking equipment
Lift facilities: 6 lifts

Toboggan runs: not available
Cross-country ski tracks: not available, there are 120 km of tracks in the region