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Sillian - Thurntaler (Hochpustertal)

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Sillian - Thurntaler (Hochpustertal) is in East Tyrol's Hochpustertal, Austria. Elevation 1100 - 2407 m. Rating 4.0 out of 5.

Trail information

Altitude and trails
Sillian - Thurntaler (Hochpustertal), Austria
★★★★★3.9out of 5
2,407 м
top
1,307 м
Vertical drop
1,100 м
base
Total slopes
22.4 км
Lifts
7
Vertical drop
1,307 м
Longest run
6 км
Adult ski pass
€ 74 / day
Snowmaking
95 % of slopes
Opening hours
08:30 - 16:30
Trails by difficulty - 22.4 km total
Easy5.3 км · 24 %
Intermediate16.1 км · 72 %
Difficult1 км · 4 %
Longest run: Ridge descent from Thurntaler to the valley station - 6 км, vertical drop 1,300 м. Hardest run: Slope 1a (black) - 1.1 км, vertical drop 300 м.
Snowmaking: 100 snow guns cover 95 % of the slopes.
Ski pass prices
Adults
€ 74
Children
€ 37
Data verified on 31 July 2026. Source: the resort’s own website.

The ski mountain in Hochpustertal is a special ski combination: Italian zest for life meets Austrian hospitality, and the two cultures blend beautifully, especially when it comes to food. Many regular visitors appreciate the manageable size and friendly atmosphere at Sillian ski resort. Ambitious skiers enjoy the many challenging red runs, while freestylers can have fun in the yellowsnow ski and snowpark. You can also enjoy a toboggan run or take a horse-drawn sleigh ride. Sillian am Thurntaler is a winter sports resort that you will quickly add to your personal treasure chest.

Sillian ski resort shines with many beautiful, wide slopes. The focus is on intermediate and easy slopes. However, there are also challenging runs, so skiers and snowboarders will appreciate the variety. The panoramic views from the slopes are another highlight.

Good to know

The resort has snowmaking on 90% of its slopes.

Longest run

The longest descent here is Ridge descent from Thurntaler to the valley station, with a length of 6 km and a vertical drop of 1300 m.

Snowparks

Winter Snowpark: there is a beginners' line, with a boardercross run next to it. According to the resort's official website.

Features

Skiline.

Ski day.

A six-person gondola with an intermediate station quickly transports skiers to the ski resort. The resort has a six-person Thurntaler chairlift with bubbles and heated seats, introduced in the 2010/2011 season, two four-seater chairlifts, one of them high-speed, as well as drag and practice lifts.

Maps

Sillian - Thurntaler (Hochpustertal) ski resort trail map

Lifts

Ski lifts in detail
7 lifts · Season 2026/27
  • 2Gondola lifts
  • 3Chairlifts
  • 1T-bars and platters
  • 1Magic carpets
Lifts in total
7
Capacity
10,760people/hour
Total lift length
9км
Newest lift: Förderband Gadein, 2025 г.Longest lift: Thurntalerbahn I, 2,180 м
Data verified on 31 July 2026. Source: the resort’s own website.

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Contacts and opening hours

Resort contacts
Official website
Phone
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Coordinates
46.75068, 12.43314
Countries
Lift opening hours
Opening hours
08:30 - 16:30
Typical season
Early December - late March
Season
5 December 2026 - 4 April 2027
Sillian - Thurntaler (Hochpustertal)

Mid · 1 754 м

Updated at 01:14

+9°Cloudyfeels like +9°
Precipitation0 mmMET
wind4 km/hMET
Snow line3 150 мCALC

Average monthly snowfall at Sillian - Thurntaler (Hochpustertal)

Snowiest month:February- 42 cm
40Jan3 days
42Feb3 days
30Mar3 days
3,5Apr1 days
30Dec2 days

Snowfall per month - cm. Below each bar - how many days it snowed that month. Observation data for the last 3 completed seasons.

Accommodation

Hotels and apartments in the resort towns
Sillian1.3 кмHeinfels0.7 кмAußervillgraten5 кмInnervillgraten10 км
Prices are per night for a stay in high season. Last checked: 14 September 2026.
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Frequently asked questions

Which months are best for snow and weather at Sillian - Thurntaler?
February is the snowiest month, with an average of 42.3 cm of snow, around 3 snowy days, and daytime temperatures from -4.2 to 4.3 °C. January brings 40.3 cm of snow, while December and March each receive 30 cm. Snowfall is significantly lighter in April, at 3.5 cm for the month.
How much does a lift pass cost at Sillian - Thurntaler?
A day pass costs €74 for adults and €37 for children.
How much does accommodation cost during peak season?
Accommodation starts at €213 per night in Heinfels and €255 per night in Außervillgraten. Heinfels has 6 listed hotels, while Außervillgraten has 3.
Is the resort suitable for beginners?
The resort has 22.4 km of pistes, including 5.3 km of easy runs, so beginners can find suitable areas to ski. Most pistes are intermediate, at 16.1 km, while difficult runs total 1 km.
What are the lift operating hours?
The lifts operate from 08:30 to 16:30. There are 7 lifts in total at the resort.

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