Patscherkofel Ski Resort

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Patscherkofel ski resort (f.k.a. Igls) is high above Innsbruck.
Patscherkofel ski resort (f.k.a. Igls) is high above Innsbruck.
Patscherkofel ski resort has a modern gondola lift.
Patscherkofel ski resort has a modern gondola lift.
Quality groomed piste at Patscherkofel ski resort.
Quality groomed piste at Patscherkofel ski resort.
Excellent off piste powder at Patscherkofel.
Excellent off piste powder at Patscherkofel.
Patscherkofel is great for beginners and children.
Patscherkofel is great for beginners and children.
Patscherkofel summit is accessible by snowshoe or skinning.
Patscherkofel summit is accessible by snowshoe or skinning.
Great powder skiing off the Patscherkofel summit.
Great powder skiing off the Patscherkofel summit.
The Shutzhaus at Patsherkofel is a classic Austrian mountain hut.
The Shutzhaus at Patsherkofel is a classic Austrian mountain hut.
Try the
Try the 'three types of strudel challenge' at Patscherkofel.
Patscherkofel ski resort is a short hop, skip and jump from Innsbruck.
Patscherkofel ski resort is a short hop, skip and jump from Innsbruck.
Ski Patscherkofel.
Ski Patscherkofel.
Enjoy great Tyolean hospitality at Patscherkofel ski resort.
Enjoy great Tyolean hospitality at Patscherkofel ski resort.
Patscherkofel has a small terrain park, easy enough even for older skiers!
Patscherkofel has a small terrain park, easy enough even for older skiers!
The Gipfelstube on the Patscherkofel summit is a haven after a climb.
The Gipfelstube on the Patscherkofel summit is a haven after a climb.
Patscherkofel skiing.
Patscherkofel skiing.
Olex base beginner area at Patscherkofel ski resort.
Olex base beginner area at Patscherkofel ski resort.
Ski the Olympic downhill course at Patscherkofel.
Ski the Olympic downhill course at Patscherkofel.
Patscherkofel
Patscherkofel's new gondola has revolutionised the ski resort.
Patscherkofel summit (2,248m) and ski resort.
Patscherkofel summit (2,248m) and ski resort.
Ski Patscherkofel, Innsbruck
Ski Patscherkofel, Innsbruck's home hill.

Patscherkofel Ski Resort

Readers Ratings

Patscherkofel (Igls)

Patscherkofel (Igls)3/54
Patscherkofel (Igls)3 out of 5 based on 4 reviews
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Innsbruck Ski Resorts

Axamer Lizum
Bergeralm
Glungezer
Hochoetz
Kuhtai
Nordkette
Oberperfuss
Schlick 2000
Stubai Glacier

Patscherkofel Maps & Stats

    Patscherkofel Trail Map
  • Patscherkofel Trail Map
  • Vertical (m)
    1,000m - 1,960m (960m)
  • Average Snow Fall
    Unknown
  • Lifts (6)
    1 Gondola
  • Opening Dates & Times
    Early Dec to mid-April 8:30am to 4:30pm
  • Terrain Summary
    Runs - 18km
    Longest run - 4km
    Advanced - 15%
    Intermediate - 50%
    Beginner - 35%
  • Lift Pass Price
    Day Ticket 22/23
    Adult - €42.60
    Child - €26.60
    Child U/8yr - Free

    Ski + City Pass (min 2 days)
    Adult - €124
    Child - €62
    Child u/8yr - Free
    Innsbruck Ski + City Pass Resort Map
  • Innsbruck Ski Resorts Map

Patscherkofel (f.k.a. Igls) Ski Resort Austria

Patscherkofel is a great fun little ski hill near Innsbruck. Little being a relative term as it has a skiable on piste vertical of around 960m - bigger than most ski resorts in North America & Japan!

Accessible from Innsbruck by car or bus to the ski resort plus the wonderful Line 6 tram to Igls, a day at Patscherkofel is memorable because you'll wish you had this little skiing gem in your own backyard.

Pros & Cons for Patscherkofel Ski Resort

Pros

  • Fun ‘local’ ski area close to Innsbruck, great for day trips morning leg warmers.
  • Long skiable vertical and piste trails.
  • Modern lifts and facilities.
  • Easy access freeride terrain and skin trail to summit.
  • Splendid views over Innsbruck.
  • Very quiet during the week.
  • One of Austria’s best on mountain strudel selections!

Cons

  • Snow quality down low can be questionable.
  • Limited on-piste terrain is good for only a day or two (or a morning or two!).
  • Busy on weekends.
  • Top stage of new gondola is too short.

Pro or Con (depending on your Perspective!)

  • Close to Innsbruck, so easy access but also big crowds on a good day.

Skiing & Snowboarding, Lifts & Terrain

Patscherkofel underwent a total lift redevelopment in the lead-up to season 2017/18. Completely re-inventing itself, a new 2-stage gondola replaced the old cable car & both chairlifts. Legacy surface tows were re-positioned & overall facilities have been totally upgraded turning Patscherkofel into a modern ski resort.

The resort’s Olympic heritage shines through with the top to bottom on-piste trails as good as anywhere in the world. But with a total of less than 20km of trails, it is limiting. Ski touring to the top of Patscherkofel adds another 300m vertical, for a total of 1,260m skiable vertical. The skin up is a pleasant jaunt which ends at the Gipfelstube mountain hut providing a comfortable location to warm down & get ready for the decent. Some lovely, varied off-piste terrain awaits including trees & redefines what a day at the resort can look like.

Check out the ski trail map for Patscherkofel below.

Patscherkofel Ski Trail Map
Patscherkofel Ski Trail Map

Interlinked Lift Ticket with Ski+City Pass

Whilst already having a great value ski lift pass, the resort is also part of Innsbruck’s Ski plus City Pass area which includes 13 ski resorts ranging from the small, like neighbouring GlungezerNordkette & Oberperfuss the in between like Axamer Lizum, Bergeralm & Schlick 2000, up to the larger such as Stubai Glacier and Kuhtai (the highest resort base in Austria). A Ski+City pass is for a minimum 2 days and allows unlimited access to all 13 ski & sled resorts, plus a wide range of attractions in the city of Innsbruck. See the Ski+City Pass resorts map here.

Where is Patscherkofel Austria?

The Patscherkofel ski resort is only 9km by road south of the world’s best ski city, Innsbruck. Access to the resort is easy by bus or car. Gateway airports are Innsbruck (INN) (for European & UK flight origins) or Munich (MUC) (for everyone else).

Getting to Innsbruck & hence Patscherkofel from anywhere in Europe can best be done by train. Trains from Munich or other locations are straight forward exercises. Search & book train tickets to Innsbruck.

See our Travel to Innsbruck page for detailed information on getting around the area.

Patscherkofel Accommodation

Whilst Patscherkofel is close to Innsbruck, there is some great local accommodation near the ski resort in or near the town of Igls.

A well-priced traditional hotel is Hotel Gruberhof. The closest hotel to the Patscherkofel base area is Hotel Garni Romerhof. It provides modern lodgings & a spa in a lovely rural setting.

The Sporthotel Igls is in the centre of Igls village. This traditional Austrian hotel with bar and restaurant is close to all the services in town & only a short distance from the ski resort.

Search & book Patscherkofel ski accommodation.

The world's best ski city of Innsbruck is clearly a wonderful cosmopolitan experience. It is the perfect central location to stay when skiing the region. Accommodation options are wide & availability is usually particularly good, even during the peak periods of the season.

Search & book all Innsbruck Accommodation.

Lessons & Guiding

If looking for local ski & snowboard lessons or off-piste guiding, see our local partners on the Patscherkofel Ski Lessons & Guiding page.

Review

The Powderhounds have visited Patscherkofel twice over the past few season - pre & post ski lift renewal. The changes are incredible, turning a functional, but historic relic into a modern, slick resort. Check our reviews via the link on the left column (or top of page if on a mobile).

See how Patscherkofel compares to the rest of the European ski resorts on the Europe ski resort ratings page.

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Tours in or near Patscherkofel

Single-Base, Multi-Ski-Area Tours

Guide & Ride Private Off Piste Freeride Powder Tour
PRIVATE GUIDED POWDER SKI TOUR
1 Full Day Skiing near Innsbruck
Ability: Advanced to Expert
Enjoy the best snow & terrain in the ski resorts near Innsbruck in the Austrian Tirol with a professional guide on this fully customised private off-piste freeride ski tour. Go solo or get a group together & book in for your best dates & duration....
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USD 162
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Guide & Ride Private On Piste Ski Tour
GUIDED ON-PISTE SKI TOUR
1 Full Day Skiing near Innsbruck
Ability: Intermediate to Expert
Enjoy the best snow & terrain in the ski resorts near Innsbruck in the Austrian Tirol with a professional guide on this fully customised private on-piste ski tour. Be guided through the ski resorts on the groomers, improving your technique as you go. Get a group together & book for your best dates & duration....
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USD 162
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Austria Innsbruck Freeride Tour
HOSTED & GUIDED MULITI-RESORT TOUR
7 Days | 6 Nights | 5 Days Snowboarding | 7 Ski Resorts
Ability: Intermediate to Expert
Based in Innsbruck, this trip is for intermediate to advanced (or better) snowboarders taking in some of the best ski resorts in the Austrian Alps. Join the "fixed date" tour with your own group, come alone & meet new friends or fully customise a private tour.
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USD 2,538
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