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Snow this week

Dry spell: no real snow in the next 7 days.

1°C now · 0 cm of snow in the next 7 days · at the base (942 m)

  1. Sun9°
  2. Mon7°
  3. Tue11°
  4. Wed9°
  5. Thu8°
  6. Fri9°
  7. Sat6°
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Christlum – Achenkirch in Austria - a person skiing down a snowy slope in the mountains.
Christlum – Achenkirch in Austria - a person skiing down a snowy slope in the mountains.
Christlum – Achenkirch in Austria - a ski slope covered in snow.

Christlum – Achenkirch Overview

Christlum – Achenkirch is an appealing ski resort that offers a memorable skiing experience. Recognized for its fast lifts and excellent snow conditions, the resort has a reputation for its top-quality skiing facilities.

Despite having a smaller station, the resort is praised for its manageability and lack of queues at the lifts. Its vast parking lot and the availability of refreshments at multiple stops contribute to its convenience. The resort is also appreciated for being free to tour hikers, making it a great destination for a short trip.

The resort’s key features include great slopes and a diverse ski area, making it a favorite amongst visitors. The crowd level is usually manageable, resulting in little to no wait times at the lifts, a factor that is highly recommended by visitors. Its strategic layout allows everyone to regroup at the same point, making it an ideal location for breaks.

Despite some criticisms regarding customer service and certain facilities, the resort continues to attract regular visitors. The resort is also known for its adherence to safety regulations. In addition, it offers a beautiful hiking route leading to the summit, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding area.

The resort also caters to cross-country skiing enthusiasts and is described as a small, child-friendly ski area. Visitors have commended the well-maintained slopes, the friendly staff, and the wide slopes running through the forest. Despite its size, the resort offers something for every type of skier, making it a perfect destination for a day of skiing.

In conclusion, Christlum – Achenkirch is a well-rounded ski resort that offers a variety of skiing and hiking experiences. Its manageable crowd levels, diverse ski areas, and well-maintained facilities make it a top choice for both skiers and hikers alike. Despite some areas for improvement, the resort's overall performance continues to attract regular visitors.

Key insights

6 insights available

Skiable Terrain

617
Total area of accessible ski terrain
Max: 12366 ac

Total Run Distance

16.0
A total distance of all the piste runs
Max: 600 km

Number of Lifts

9
Total quantity of operational lifts
Max: 165 total

Peak Elevation

1746
Maximum skiing elevation
Max: 6767 m

Base Elevation

942
Starting elevation of ski area
Max: 4000 m

Vertical Drop

803
Maximum vertical descent distance
Max: 3167 m

Terrain Difficulty

Intermediate
55.0%
Beginner
25.0%
Expert
20.0%
Measured independently from mapped ski runs — figures may differ from resort marketing. Terrain statistics are derived from OpenStreetMap data © OpenStreetMap contributors, via OpenSkiMap.

Features

2 features available

Traditional Ski Resort

A classic ski resort with real snow

Night Skiing

Enjoy after-dark skiing operations

Runs and lifts at Christlum – Achenkirch

The trail map of Christlum – Achenkirch shows 27 mapped runs (9 easy, 15 intermediate and 3 advanced) and 9 mapped lifts (4 chairlifts, 3 T-bars, 1 platter lift and 1 rope tow). The longest named run is Gföllalmgraben, an advanced run of 1.9 km.

RunDifficultyLengthDrop
GföllalmgrabenAdvanced1.9 km514 m
ZimmererabfahrtIntermediate1.8 km493 m
SüdabfahrtIntermediate1.5 km306 m
Brandtalabfahrt 2Intermediate1.3 km362 m
Brandtalabfahrt 1Easy1.3 km298 m

All 12 named runs and 9 lifts at Christlum – Achenkirch

Measured from the trail map in OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors), via OpenSkiMap. Lengths follow the mapped line; a run or lift mapped in sections is counted per section.

Frequently asked questions about Christlum – Achenkirch

Where is Christlum – Achenkirch?

Christlum – Achenkirch is a ski resort in Tiroler Unterland, Austria, at coordinates 47.5100, 11.6800.

How many lifts does Christlum – Achenkirch have?

Christlum – Achenkirch has 9 lifts, serving 16 km of marked runs and 617 ac of skiable terrain.

How high is Christlum – Achenkirch?

Christlum – Achenkirch has a peak elevation of 1,746 m, a base elevation of 942 m and a vertical drop of 803 m.

How many runs does Christlum – Achenkirch have?

The trail map of Christlum – Achenkirch shows 27 mapped runs (9 easy, 15 intermediate and 3 advanced).

What is the longest run at Christlum – Achenkirch?

The longest named run at Christlum – Achenkirch is Gföllalmgraben, an advanced run of 1.9 km, dropping 514 m.

What lifts does Christlum – Achenkirch have?

The trail map of Christlum – Achenkirch shows 9 mapped lifts (4 chairlifts, 3 T-bars, 1 platter lift and 1 rope tow).

How is Christlum – Achenkirch rated?

ShredIndex rates Christlum – Achenkirch 61.7 out of 100, a blend of the size of the mountain and its category ratings from rider votes and scores read from written reviews.

Christlum – Achenkirch compared with nearby resorts

The largest ski resorts within 150 km of Christlum – Achenkirch, by number of lifts. Distances are in a straight line.

ResortDistanceLiftsVerticalTopRuns
Christlum – Achenkirch–9803 m1,746 m16 km
SkiWelt -BrixentalAustria38 km801,256 m1,865 m222 km
Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang FieberbrunnAustria73 km791,295 m2,090 m253 km
Alta BadiaItaly109 km1431,268 m2,526 m253 km
Salzbuger Sportwelt -AmadeAustria130 km941,538 m2,188 m–

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617 ac

Skiable Terrain

16km

Total Run Distance

9total

Number of Lifts

1746m

Peak Elevation

942m

Base Elevation

803m

Vertical Drop

Best Time to Visit

306.5cm
Annual Snowfall
11 year average
Measured at 950 m
Peak: January (66.9cm)
45.4cm
Nov
56.1cm
Dec
66.9cm
Jan
50.9cm
Feb
47.6cm
Mar
33.6cm
Apr
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