PAID CONTENT FOR KITZBÜHEL


PAID CONTENT FOR KITZBÜHEL


PAID CONTENT FOR KITZBÜHEL


Kitzbühel AUSTRIA


Kitzbühel is a hidden gem in the heart of the Austrian Alps. This beautiful town celebrated its 750th anniversary in 2021, and offers nature in all its magnificence, with friendly local people and rich culture and traditions. There’s also a grand culinary tradition and plenty of winter activities


Visitors will find everything they’re looking for in Kitzbühel, whether it’s rest and relaxation, gourmet cuisine, enriching culture or adrenaline- fuelled sporting activities. The mixture of down- to-earth rural charm and a cosmopolitan, urban outlook creates a fascinating place to explore.


WINTER FAIRY TALE The holiday resorts of Kitzbühel, Reith, Aurauch and Jochberg are a large part of the reason why this region is renowned as a winter holiday destination. It’s relatively easy to get to, with long winters and reliable snow conditions, while a multitude of sports activities such as the winter classics, unique events including the Hahnenkamm Races plus maximum comfort are the hallmarks of these iconic Alpine resorts. In 1893, skiing pioneer Franz Reisch


completed Austria’s first high alpine ski run from Kitzbüheler Horn and this became the starting point for Kitzbühel’s development as a winter sports town. Almost 130 years later, Kitzbühel


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still conveys the pure joy of winter. In addition to the world-famous Streif, a World Cup downhill ski piste, a total of almost 145 miles of downhill runs delights skiers. But that’s not all Kitzbühel has to offer — there’s also cross-country skiing, winter hiking and snowshoeing, tobogganing, ice skating, curling and a host of exciting new sports. Down in the valley, where families enjoy free


practice lifts, visitors can explore snow-covered meadows, fields and forests. When winter hiking or cross-country skiing, visitors can discover the deep sense of peace in Kitzbühel. With 43.5 miles of optimally groomed


cross-country ski tracks, Kitzbühel offers ideal conditions for pros and beginners in classic or skating styles. Additionally, the sports cross- country ski track at Kitzbühel-Schwarzsee-Reith golf course is floodlit daily in winter until 21.30.


SUMMER ESCAPE Those who know Kitzbühel and the surrounding holiday resorts in winter still have much of


the region’s charm left to discover. For many years, the town has attracted people seeking a summer escape in the heart of the Alps, where they can enjoy astounding views across peaks and valleys to the cragg slopes of the Wilder Kaiser Mountains and the mighty peaks of the Hohe Tauern mountain range, including the Kitzbüheler Horn, the Hahnenkamm and the Kitzbühel South Mountains. Discover this hiking paradise on free guided tours or plan your own tour using the interactive touring portal maps at maps.kitzbuehel.com With more than 620 miles of hiking trails,


a multitude of options are available to hikers. Whether it’s gentle grassy foothills, refreshing mountain lakes, hikes with panoramic views on Kitzbüheler Horn or hiking along contour lines on Hahnenkamm, the alpine world of Kitzbühel has a wide variety of challenges just waiting to be experienced. From mountain bike tours to leisurely loops around the valley to full-on bike touring,


Kitzbühel is a biker’s paradise. Almost 500 miles of cycling routes offer breathtaking views across this unique alpine playground, with a variety of routes for all experience levels. Kitzbühel also offers more than 745 miles


of bike routes. Once a year, the cycling elite battle it out — tackling Austria’s steepest cycling mountain, Kitzbüheler Horn, for the coveted title of Horn-King as part of the Tour of Austria. Eager amateurs are welcome to give it a try, too. For all those looking for something special, the


Bike Trail Hahnenkamm is the perfect choice. The trail starts at Hahnenkamm upper terminus and makes its way down along thrilling scenery all the way to Kitzbühel. With dramatic curves and plenty of hills, Bike Trail Hahnenkamm is an exciting route for all mountain bikers, from beginners to experts. Golfers will also find plenty to be happy about


here. With four golf courses and first-class golf accommodation, Kitzbühel is known as the Alps’ golf paradise for good reason.


ALPINE SHOPPING EXPERIENCE Kitzbühel combines urban sophistication with traditional Tyrolean hospitality and this is reflected in its exclusive shopping options. Offering a wide variety of shops featuring a combination of sports and lifestyle brands, Kitzbühel town centre is perfect for spending an afternoon wandering around. International brands and Kitzbühel staples including Sportalm, Frauenschuh, Franz Prader or Helmut Eder can be seen in shop windows.


A GOURMET TREAT A culinary journey through the region ranges from local, traditional dishes to international, gourmet cuisine. At the huts and lodges on the mountains or the traditional inns, you’ll find down-to-earth cooking, while at the award- winning restaurants, chefs create exquisite delicacies. Kitzbühel’s wide range of restaurants spans from rustic taverns to multiple award- winning and fine dining venues; 11 restaurants with 13 Toques make gourmets’ hearts leap for joy.


Don’t miss The excellent ski area KitzSki, which sets a global benchmark for winter-sports facilities and attractions


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KEY ACTIVITIES • 11 restaurants with 13 Toques • 145 miles of downhill runs in KitzSki ski area


• More than 620 miles of hiking trails • Four golf courses • 745-mile road network for road bikes • 500 miles for mountain bikers • 43.5 miles of cross-country ski tracks • Home to Austria’s only curling hall • Schwarzsee Lake is one of the warmest in the Alps


• The first ski resort in Austria to become part of the Ikon Pass family


Get in touch kitzbuehel.com


T: +43 5356 6666 0 E: info@kitzbuehel.com


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