Skiing holidays have only risen in popularity over the years but choosing a destination that satisfies the whole family can be difficult. Fortunately, Mayrhofen is a great choice for your next family trip, delivering everything that you and your children need. Let’s take a look at just some of the reasons why.
Family-Friendly Slopes and Facilities
Mayrhofen is part of the Zillertal Superskipass, which means you have access to over 540km of pistes. The Ahorn is a beginner’s best friend, featuring a fully dedicated beginner’s mountain and a ski-bus service to ensure you can get there with ease. This mountain hosts a wide range of green and blue runs that are perfect for learning or enhancing your skills.
Comprehensive Ski Schools and Childcare services
As expected, the resort boasts many incredible ski schools that cater to all abilities. Whether you’re looking for kids’ group lessons or hoping to hire a guide to take you deep into the backcountry, you won’t disappointed.
The instructors often hail from the UK or Holland, meaning the English-speaking capabilities of these schools are generally very strong. If you or your children are on your first trip, there are three complete beginner areas which are all self-served with magic carpet lifts. This way you can get more runs in while you’re learning.
Advanced Terrain
For those looking to explore some extreme terrain, Mayrhofen does not disappoint. Penken Park is incredibly widely respected. With jump lines progressing from a children’s park to the XL Pro Line, those who prefer to be in the air will find Mayrhofen is the perfect playground.
Lift-served off-piste is also one of the many positives for advanced and expert skiers. Without the need to have touring skis, fresh tracks can be found with minimal difficulty. Coupled with some of the most picturesque views in Europe, a bluebird powder day is one of the best anywhere in the Alps. The resort also boasts the Harakiri ski run, which at 78% is the steepest groomed slope in Austria.
Accommodation and Amenities
One of the major benefits of ski holidays in Austria is the space you’re offered for your accommodation compared to purpose-built ski resorts in France. Thanks to recent investment, Mayrhofen now has a modern lift system, meaning queues during peak season can be less severe than in other resorts. Mayrhofen is a bustling town all year round which means it has far better facilities than other resorts. There’s an indoor pool with slides suitable for children if they’ve had enough skiing for the day. Additionally, if you’re looking for a lively après ski scene, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the diversity of restaurants, pubs, and bars available.
If you’re looking for a resort that has both character and terrain for all abilities, then there’s no reason you shouldn’t consider Mayrhofen for your next skiing destination.