Opening Ski Areas
At the beginning of November, the time has finally come: the first ski resort near the ChaletsPlus holiday homes starts its winter season. Just like in previous years, Kitzbühel & Kirchberg (KitzSki) kicks off early with a limited opening. On Friday, 6 November 2026, the season starts at Resterkogel. During the week, the area is initially used for training, while other winter sports enthusiasts can also hit the slopes at weekends. The opening is subject to current snow and weather conditions.
At the beginning of November, the time has finally come: the first ski resort near the ChaletsPlus holiday homes starts its winter season. Just like in previous years, Kitzbühel & Kirchberg (KitzSki) kicks off early with a limited opening. On Friday, 6 November 2026, the season starts at Resterkogel. During the week, the area is initially used for training, while other winter sports enthusiasts can also hit the slopes at weekends. The opening is subject to current snow and weather conditions.
For many other ski resorts, the main winter season starts around the beginning of December. Below you will find the planned opening dates for each ski resort:
Kaprun Kitzsteinhorn
Saturday, 10 October 2026 (expected opening at Kitzsteinhorn, subject to snow conditions)
Kitzbühel & Kirchberg (KitzSki)
Friday, 6 November 2026 (season starts at Resterkogel; other parts of the ski area will open later)
Obertauern
Friday, 20 November 2026 (expected opening, subject to snow conditions)
Saalbach-Hinterglemm
Friday, 27 November 2026
Katschberg-Aineck
Friday, 4 December 2026
Zillertal Arena
Friday, 4 December 2026
Grosseck-Speiereck
Friday, 4 December 2026
Schmittenhöhe – Zell am See
Friday, 4 December 2026
Hochkönig
Saturday, 5 December 2026
Wildkogel Arena
Saturday, 5 December 2026. The Wildkogelbahn and Smaragdbahn are expected to be open from 5 to 8 December inclusive. Ski operations are then planned to resume from Friday, 11 December 2026.
Fanningberg
Saturday, 5 December 2026
Rauris – Rauriser Hochalmbahnen
Wednesday, 16 December 2026
If you are heading off on a ski holiday soon, now is the perfect time to start preparing. Always check the official website of your ski resort shortly before departure, as opening times and lift operations may change depending on weather and snow conditions. You can also check the latest conditions via our webcams. Make sure you have everything you need for your ski holiday and start looking forward to your trip. Before you know it, the time will have arrived for your favourite holiday!
