The legend in glorious white. Winter 2016 | 2017.
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The legend in glorious white. Winter 2016 | 2017.
The legend in glorious white. Winter 2016 | 2017. www.kitzbuehel.com Winter in Kitzbühel Winter magic in Kitzbühel. Over the Mausefalle (mousetrap), around the Hausbergkante and through the Zielschuss (final stretch): The finish line at the legendary Streif racing piste always hums with excitement, as people capture the action in snapshots that are shared the world over. Still, Kitzbühel has so much more to offer than just the Hahnenkamm Races, even in winter, when gleaming sunlight dances across the powdery snow. The fir trees are all coated in white, the snow crunches under your feet and the air is cold and clear. From November to May, the leisure capital of Tirol is well and truly transformed into a winter wonderland. Every year, the snow returns without fail – excellent news for the Kitzbühel ski area and its 209 kilometres of meticulously prepared slopes of all degrees of difficulty, including the most spectacular ski run in the world – the Streif racing piste. The mixture of sport, culture and nature here makes Kitzbühel truly unique – 365 days a year. Still, not everyone comes here for downhill skiing. Visitors can also enjoy a fairytale-like winter paradise away from the slopes – for example, on the perfectly groomed cross-country ski trails, during winter and snowshoe walks, on horse-drawn sleigh rides or simply when strolling through the historic town centre on a crisp and sunny winter’s day. Sport is important in Kitzbühel, but the town has so much more to offer too. It is also home to a dazzling array of events, each one more spectacular than the last. There’s the Kitzbühel Advent, with the traditional Christmas Market in the Old Town, where the air is filled with the scent of Glühwein (mulled wine) and roasted chestnuts, and the sound of church bells. And when things get too cold, you can warm yourself up at the shepherd’s fire. Another unforgettable experience is the magnificent fireworks show that caps off the town’s New Year’s Eve celebrations. Kitzbühel exudes an idyllic, romantic charm. However, it also has a chic, cosmopolitan side. For example, numerous local celebrities and international athletes, artists and actors flock to the town when it hosts the Snow Polo World Cup or the Hahnenkamm Races. In other words, Kitzbühel has many fascinating faces. The history of skiing in Kitzbühel Kitzbühel has been making skiing history since 1893. Kitzbühel literally breathes history. This is the place where legends are born. No other ski resort in the Alps can look back on such a long and successful tradition of skiing. An inseparable part of this history and tradition is Franz Reisch: After his initial attempts at skiing in December 1892, this native of Kitzbühel successfully completed the first ever high Alpine ski run in Austria from the Kitzbüheler Horn on 15 March 1893. Reisch is thus one of the most important skiing pioneers in the Alpine region. Additional major Kitzbühel milestones include the construction of the Hahnenkamm bahn as the first ropeway for sport in Austria, the successes of Toni Sailer and the skiing Wunderteam and the ascendance of ski instruction in Kitzbühel under the leadership of Karl Koller. Kitzbühel has been shaped by people whose names remain legendary to this day. Toni Sailer and the Kitzbühel skiing Wunderteam Toni Sailer’s skiing successes and charisma transformed him into the first global media star in winter sports in 1956. He and the Kitzbühel Wunderteam dominated the world of skiing for ten years. Kitzbühel Ski Club The Kitzbühel Ski Club, which was founded way back in 1902, is certainly one of the biggest and most famous ski clubs in the world. The club has more than 7,700 members from 20 countries, and the success of its athletes remains unmatched by any other club in the world. The club’s most important activities include organising the Hahnenkamm Races and helping young people hone their skills in all types of skiing disciplines. Hahnenkamm Races Every year, the world’s best skiers come to Kitzbühel to celebrate the highlight of the World Cup calendar. The Streif racing piste is considered to be the most spectacular ski run in the world. Fans, reporters and celebrities from around the globe come to Kitzbühel. The World’s Best Ski Resort. And the winner is ... It’s “snowing” prizes, seals of quality and award certificates. For years now, Kitzbühel and the Bergbahn Kitzbühel have been “snowed under” with international honours and awards – everything from the Piste Seal of Quality in Gold to the awards for Austria’s Best Ski Resort and the World’s Best Ski Resort. These accolades make Kitzbühel proud – and bring joy to its visitors, who get to experience all their skiing dreams come true. 4 ! es tim Kitzbühel World's best Ski Resort 2013 2014 2015 2016 Most Improved Resort ❆❆ ❆❆❆ ❆❆❆❆❆ 94-2014 19 Where to Ski ❆❆ Austria ❆❆❆ The world’s best ski resort ZERTIFIKAT für EXZELLENZ Gewinner 2015 Skiing. The pure joy of winter. Skiing Skiing in Kitzbühel. A perfect leap out over the piste, kicking up the powder on the freeride slope: This is skiing at its best – better than in a dream because this dream comes true 180 days a year. The dream also begins earlier in Kitzbühel than almost anywhere else, as over the last few years, Kitzbühel has consistently been the first non-glacial ski area in Austria to open for the winter season. These days, skiers can look forward to the world famous Streif racing piste and an additional 60 ski runs. A total of 54 cableways and lifts ferry passengers way above Kitzbühel to peaks as high as 2,000 metres above sea level. Ski runs with a total length of 209 kilometres, and 36 kilometres of ski trails, get winter sports enthusiasts’ hearts racing. Kitzbüheler Horn: The “family mountain”. Soft inclines, wide slopes and pure joy for adventurers young and old. Beginning in the 2016/17 season, a new snowmaking facility will ensure even greater snow reliability at Kitzbüheler Horn. Important note: The Rasmusleiten, Mocking, Ministreif (Kitzbühel), Hausleiten (Jochberg), Pass Thurn, Reith and Aschau practice lifts can all be used FREE OF CHARGE. Ski season start and Advent The Kitzbühel ski season will begin at Resterhöhe on 24 October 2016 and at Hahnenkamm on 5 November 2016. The magical Kitzbühel Advent celebrations will begin on 24 November. The Easter Bunny in Kitzbühel Easter: Perfect conditions on the slopes – and the magic of spring in the town. NEW: A vibrant week-long programme full of surprises. Details in November at: www.kitzbuehel.com Romantic lodges and huts A total of 56 mountain huts and restaurants contribute to a charming romantic atmosphere in the mountains. Visitors can enjoy a culinary selection ranging from local delicacies to gourmet dishes. Miles & More Bergbahn AG Kitzbühel and other local companies are Miles & More partners. That means you can earn bonus miles – or spend them – when you go skiing in Kitzbühel. Come on Kids... Ski schools for children ... and have some fun in the snow. Anyone who wants to be a downhill ski racer some day would best get started in Kitzbühel. The young ones may start out on legs that are a little shaky – but pretty soon they’re flying down the practice piste. Certified snow sport instructors show them how things are done, and the next thing you know the kids are doing carve turns. What fun indeed! Kitzbühel has three ski schools that offer special instruction for children. All of them have a Kinderland, which ensures the children will have fun learning from the very beginning. The schools are also staffed by trained ski instructors who pay attention to the special needs of the future stars of the slopes. Ski school Kitzbühel – Rote Teufel Fun and games in the Rote Teufel Kinderland. Instruction for children three years old and up, racing school for older children and teens, freeride and youth groups. Element 3 Learning to ski is child’s play in the element3 Kids’ Wonderland at the Ganslern lift; maximum of six children per group; racing and freeride groups. Skischule Reith Instruction for children from 10:00 to 15:30, early beginners’ course for children up to three years of age, allday child care in the HUBSI Bambini Club for little ones two years and up. NEW: Bärenland Located at Bärenbadkogel II in Jochberg, this skills obstacle course is 500 metres long and lined with nearly life-size bear figurines. Individually trained. Ski schools Whether it’s individual or group instruction, or Alpine skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing or freeriding – Kitzbühel’s ski schools have highly trained snow sport instructors who teach both beginners and advanced learners everything they need to know in the snow. Once they reach a certain stage, students are taken by guides up to the most beautiful deep powder slopes, or on unforgettable ski tours in the picturesque Kitzbühel mountains. Skischule Kitzbühel Rote Teufel |Ernst Hinterseer jun. www.rote-teufel.at Skischule element 3 | Manfred Hofer www.element3.at Skischule Reith | Josef Dagn www.skischule-reith.at Skischule Jochberg | Alois Schipflinger www.skischule-jochberg.at Skischule Aurach | Andreas Noichl www.skischule-aurach.at Alpin-Experts Jochberg | Beppo Hechenberger www.alpin-experts.com Mountain Experience Kitzbühel | Ludwig Götzendorfer www.me.co.at Snowsports Kitzbühel | Michael Blum www.snowsports-kitzbuehel.at Tiroler Skischule Kitzbüheler Horn | Konrad Herbert +43 (0)650 5667231 Tiroler Alpin Skischule | Andreas Ritter +43 (0)664 3528080 Skischule Christian Meier www.meier.info Skischule SkiArt | Peter Sulzenbacher www.petersulzenbacher.com Ski-Alpin Kitzbühel | Helmut Mitterer www.ski-alpin-kitzbuehel.at Tiroler Alpinskischule spirit4motion | Peter Huber www.spirit4motion.at Tiroler Alpin- und Langlaufskischule (Alpine and cross-country)| Markus Dagn +43 (0)699 18133181 Tiroler Skischule Jochberg Wagstätt | Gerhard Krahbichler www.tiroler-skischule-jochberg-wagstaett.at Powderflo | Florian Manzenreiter www.powderflo.com Die Skiführer Kitzbühel (ski guides) | Volker Holzner www.dieskifuehrer.at Die Kitzbüheler Bergführer (mountain guides) www.kitzbuehelerbergfuehrer.at Motion Ski&Events | Andreas Voglstätter www.motion.co.at The Kitzbühel ski rental outlets have all the equipment you need for a perfect skiing experience. Snowboarding and freeskiing Feeling free on skis and snowboards. Snow powder flying high, steep gullies, guts and grit – the type of freedom others can only dream about. Kitzbühel is a true paradise for snowboarders and freeskiers, with its massive mountains, a brilliant variety of terrains, easily accessible back country and a snowpark that meets the highest international standards. Jibbers and kickers just love the Hanglalm Snowpark with all of its jibs, rails and boxes. Kitzbüheler Horn is a true insider’s tip for freeskiers and snowboarders. KitzSki Hanglalm Snowpark 12 kickers, 3 rails, 12 boxes, 5 jibs, 2 tubes and 1 special, all of them perfectly shaped, bring out the creativity of every visitor to the KitzSki Hanglalm Snowpark. Kitzbüheler Horn Kitzbüheler Horn leaves nothing to be desired, with its cliffs, gullies, hidden tree runs, endless powder snow and countless kicker spots. Sick Trick Tour The big highlight in Hanglalm Snowpark: Freeskiers and snowboarders let loose with their coolest and craziest tricks. hel itzbü Kitzbühel ski resort 4t im K es! ort i Res st Sk 16 's be 5 20 ld 1 r 0 o 2 W 2014 2013 55 Schwarzkogel 2030 m Snowpark Hanglalm 54 60 90 57 l ta er en ab rix h -B d In er ar rd ais w C rCa ta r K no S e ild l S y All W iro b elt . 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New in winter 2016/17. : : Expanding and optimising the artificial snowmaking systems in the main skiing area for improved snowmaking : : Snow cover at Kitzbüheler Horn up to the intermediate station : : Hornköpfl reservoir : : Purchase of 55 new state-of-the-art snowmaking machines : : Total investment of EUR 19.5 million to improve skiing comfort Desire. Freeriding and ski tours The desire to experience nature, freedom and adventure. A passion for powder snow. The inability to resist the allure of the mountain. Kitzbühel’s gentle grass-covered mountains are perfect for ski slopes and off-slope skiing alike. Just 50 centimetres of snow on the grasscovered flanks is enough to enjoy the pleasure of deep snow. Fields of white powder, narrow gullies and spectacular cliff drops are just waiting to be pounded by skis and snowboards. Kitzbüheler Horn and Bichlalm are home to very popular freeride segments. The “Snowcat” is an ultramodern snow grooming vehicle with a piggy-back cabin that can transport 25 people from the Bichlalm mountain station all the way up to Stuckkogel. Freeriders can look forward to 60 varied slopes with 15 valley runs. Please note: Always follow the rules for protecting the forests, their inhabitants and the natural environment! Freeride & ski tours 1x1 Instruction programme with statecertified mountain and ski guides, safe off-piste freeriding and information on what to do in an avalanche: every Tuesday and Thursday at Bichlalm. Kitzbühel Tour Portal You’ll find fabulous GPS-assisted ski tours in and around Kitzbühel at this interactive platform touren.kitzbuehel.com Avalanche warning service Extensive information on avalanche conditions can be found at: lawine.tirol.gv.at Keep it safe by taking a ski tour led by a Kitzbühel snow sport instructor. Service Did you know that... : : KitzSki spends more than 150 hours on piste grooming every day : : 32 state-of-the-art and environmentally friendly snow groomers operate for more than 28,000 hours every winter to ensure the best carving experience and fun on the slopes : : KitzSki offers free use of the Rasmusleiten, Mocking, Ministreif (all Kitzbühel), Hausleiten (Jochberg), Aschau, Reith and Pass Thurn practice lifts for everyone. Tracks in the snow. Winter hiking Taking things step by step at a leisurely pace in the winter mountain wonderland. Everything is so calm and still that you can feel your own heartbeat. The snow crunches under your feet as your lungs fill up with clear mountain air. Learning how good it feels to take things slow as you discover the beauty of the magnificent landscape. That’s what winter hiking on the numerous landscaped trails and paths in Kitzbühel is all about – an experience of wellness and serenity as you move across the mountains and through the valleys. Free guided hiking tours A varied winter hiking programme offered by Kitzbühel Tourismus Monday through Friday. Sunset hikes are offered as well on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Snowshoe hiking Whether you are seeking tranquillity or adventure, you will find it on the free guided hikes through the glorious winter landscape on Wednesdays and Fridays. High-altitude hiking The groomed high-altitude hiking trails that cut through the snowy mountain landscape offer magnificent panoramic views. Winter hiking ticket Available from Bergbahn Kitzbühel for selected lifts. Kitzbühel Tour Portal You’ll find fabulous winter hiking routes for the Kitzbühel Alps on this interactive platform: touren.kitzbuehel.com Sport and more. Sport and more Winter in Kitzbühel is a time of perpetual motion in the form of skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, winter hiking, ice skating and numerous other activities in wonderful natural surroundings. You’ll enjoy great winter moments here – and memories that will never be forgotten. Cross-country skiing : : More than 60 kilometres of perfectly groomed cross-country trails : : Floodlit sport trail (with snowmaking) : : High-altitude trail at Pass Thurn Tobogganing : : Natural tobogganing runs at Kelchalm and Trattenbachalm : : Gaisberg toboggan run in Kirchberg (floodlit in the evening) Ice stock sport For fun, for staying in shape or, last but not least, for enjoying a good time with friends. : : 4 artificial ice skating rinks : : 2 natural ice skating rinks Aquarena Spa Centre Fun, sport and relaxation for people of all ages – right in the heart of Kitzbühel. The ski ticket and winter hiking ticket will get you a 50% discount. Mercedes-Benz Sportpark A variety of activities – ice skating, curling, ice hockey, ice stock sport, climbing, tennis and bowling – all offered at one location, over an area spanning 4,500 m². Culture and Culinary delights Culture and culinary delights. History comes to life: White mountains, dark shadows, heroes on skis – they all come together in the Kitzbühel Museum, which also houses numerous other exhibits worth seeing. High culture in the form of culinary delicacies? Or would you prefer a hearty snack instead? No matter, Kitzbühel has everything on the menu: gourmet meals or down-to-earth local dishes, lobster or Bavarian-style doughnuts. Whatever your preference, be prepared for a dining experience you won’t soon forget. Kitzbühel Museum The museum offers a unique presentation of the history and culture of the town and the surrounding region, with a focus on the work of Kitzbühel artist Alfons Walde. Jochberg Mining and and Local History Museum Historic and nostalgic exhibits of rural culture down through the ages. Legends Park Kitzbühel has dedicated an entire park to its ski legends. Exhibits here include a special memorial to Toni Sailer, Austria’s “Athlete of the Century”. Dining Visitors will be spoilt by the great variety of restaurants, cafes and mountain huts in Kitzbühel. Mouths will water at the prospect of hearty Tirol cuisine, five-course menus or a tasty snack with original Kaminwurzn sausages. More than 80 restaurants ensure everyone can find something they will like. Ready for a stroll? Shopping and nightlife The Kitzbühel town centre is probably the most beautiful outdoor shopping centre in the Alps; the spectacular backdrop alone makes it worth a visit. Here, you’ll find everything from authentic regional handicrafts to high fashion. Evenings can be enjoyed in the town’s many bars – or visitors can try their luck at the casino. Winter farmers market From January to March, visitors to Kitzbühel can purchase tasty regional products every Saturday beginning at 9 a.m. in the courtyard of the Kitzbühel district office building. Shopping Traditional handicraft meets international brands and lifestyle products from around the world. Nightlife The night never ends in Kitzbühel’s bars and trendy clubs. Magic moments. Casino Rien ne va plus – no more bets. The roulette wheel spins, the ball bounces and the tension rises: excitement galore at Casino Kitzbühel the whole year round. After all, action, entertainment and thrills should be enjoyed no matter how cold or warm it is outside. The tables await! When the time comes to take a break from all the excitement, you can head over to the “Cuisino Kitzbühel” restaurant. After enjoying a four-course Dinner & Casino menu, you can head back to the roulette, blackjack or poker tables – or try your luck with the fruit machines. Every Wednesday is Ladies’ Day, which features a raffle with exquisite prizes that women visitors to the casino are sure to love. Always worth a visit: cultural highlights all year round. Keep your poker face on during the exciting poker tournaments with players from around the world. Jackpot! Further information: www.kitzbuehel.casinos.at Pinball wizard. Up and down, back and forth – bing, bang, bong! Lights flash on and off, bells ring and you feel like you’re back in New York or Chicago in the 1950s, when pinball was actually illegal! It’s all on the up and up at the Kitzbühel Pinball Museum, however. Open every Sunday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., and Mondays from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the basement of the Maier fruit wholesale shop at the train station (Ladestraße 8). Events in winter 2016/17. Kitzbühel Advent Events 24.11.2016–25.12.2016 New Year’s fireworks 01.01.2017 Snow Polo World Cup 12.01.17–15.01.2017 Hahnenkamm Races 17.01.17–22.01.2017 Sick Trick Tour 18.02.2017 Streif Vertical Up 25.02.2017 Visitor services Have a question? We’re here to help! Let us handle your holiday planning. We can offer you exciting and interesting personal tips: You’ll be glad you took our advice! Book your holiday directly through Kitzbühel Tourismus www.kitzbuehel.com/booking And now you can book additional features such as ski passes, admission tickets etc. on our website too. You can also contact us personally: Tel. +43 5356 66660-0 info@kitzbuehel.com We’ll be happy to mail you brochures free of charge as well. Become a member of the Regular Guests Club! Established nearly 40 years ago, the Kitzbühel Regular Guests Club now has almost 3,000 members from all over the world. The club’s current president is Ulrich Wolfahrth from Germany. Membership is open to anyone who has booked at least 10 stays in Kitzbühel. As thanks for your loyalty, you will receive a pin, a membership certificate and special gifts from Kitzbühel. Honours and award ceremonies are held the whole year round, and once a year, Kitzbühel Tourismus also invites all Regular Guests Club members to a meeting – a very special event where Kitzbühel fans gather together like one big family. The Regular Guests Club is managed by Nicoletta Plumm. Kitz.Shop. Kitzbühel is energising – and Kitzbühel is trendy. Kitz.Shop Ceramic cups with saucers The chamois adorns stylish sport and leisure apparel, accessories, slippers, key fobs, wine glasses, fleece blankets, mobile phone cases and much more. Books about the sport metropolis of the Alps, golf equipment and many other interesting topics are also available. The Kitzbühel chamois will remind you for years to come of the wonderful time you had in our town. All the articles in Kitz.Shop also make perfect gifts for your loved ones. Check out our selection at www.kitzbuehel.com/de/service/kitz-shop and find your own personal favourite with the chamois. All of the great items available in the online store can also be found at Kitzbühel Tourismus in Vorderstadt. Stop by and look through our extensive collection. Biscuit cutters Key fob Polo shirt Rucksack Riedel red and white wine glasses Wine carafe Fleece blanket Pitchfix Spread your creative wings. Conferences in Kitzbühel Conferences and seminars in Kitzbühel offer the perfect opportunity to combine work with sport, fun and culture. The impressive backdrop of the Kitzbühel Alps serves as a source of inspiration for body and soul. This is the place where new ideas and concepts are born and new paths are embarked upon. After all the work is done, the picturesque town centre beckons with its numerous bars and shops. Not to forget the beautiful natural surroundings, of course: Why not pick up the skis – or maybe take part in a downhill race? Or play a round of golf and maybe even shoot for first prize in one of Kitzbühel’s golf tournaments? You can strengthen your group’s team spirit while rafting, go for a relaxing swim in the lake, or discover the fascination of curling. Just about anything is possible in Kitzbühel – 365 days a year. Those who opt for Kitzbühel as a conference venue will experience top quality, creative ideas, full service, the best hotels and a very special atmosphere indeed. Kitzbühel occupies a unique location, as it’s easily accessible from the major airports in Munich, Salzburg and Innsbruck. Conferences in Kitzbühel: :: Q ualified MICE partner with 80 conference rooms (20–615 m²) :: K itzkongress centre with 12 conference rooms (22–615 m2) : : Extraordinary supporting programmes – 365 days a year : : Energising surroundings ensure exceptional conferences : : Long-standing location for international conferences mice.kitzbuehel.com KitzSki - Enjoy the outstanding variety of slopes at full length 15 runs from peak to valley - 60 in total KitzSki - State-of-the-art cable cars with highest comfort heated seats included KitzSki - overwhelming excitement on 209 km lenght of runs From Kitzbühel to Land Salzburg KitzSki 180 days of skiing pleasures Kitzbühel Tourismus Hinterstadt 18 · 6370 Kitzbühel, Austria T +43 (0) 5356 66660 · F +43 (0) 5356 66660 - 77 info@kitzbuehel.com · www.kitzbuehel.com blog.kitzbuehel.com Book online on www.kitzbuehel.com/booking Nothegger & Salinger © Gams-Logo-Design: Alfons Walde 1933 / VBK Wien © Fotos: Michael Werlberger, medialounge, Markus Mitterer, artfabrik, rol.art, multi visual art, Christoph Wörle, Stefanie Leo, Blumenthal, Bergbahn Kitzbühel, KSC, Stadtarchiv, Casino, Skischulen World's World's BestSki Ski Resort Resort Best