Ski resorts for advanced skiers and freeriding Eastern Alps (Ostalpen)

Best ski resorts for advanced skiers in the Eastern Alps (Ostalpen) (best difficult slopes, ski routes) as well as best powder snow skiing/freeriding in the Eastern Alps (Ostalpen)

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Ski resorts for advanced skiers and freeriding Eastern Alps (Ostalpen) – Advanced skiers, freeriders Silvretta Montafon

Ski resorts for advanced skiers and freeriding Eastern Alps (Ostalpen) – Advanced skiers, freeriders Damüls Mellau

Ski resorts for advanced skiers and freeriding Eastern Alps (Ostalpen) – Advanced skiers, freeriders Schmittenhöhe – Zell am See

Ski resorts for advanced skiers and freeriding Eastern Alps (Ostalpen) – Advanced skiers, freeriders Großglockner Resort Kals-Matrei

Ski resorts for advanced skiers and freeriding Eastern Alps (Ostalpen) – Advanced skiers, freeriders KitzSki – Kitzbühel/Kirchberg

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Eastern Alps (Ostalpen): freeride ski resorts and ski resorts for very good skiers (advanced skiers)

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1. Silvretta Montafon

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Under the motto "Black Scorpions - Craving a Little Fear Sweat," you can experience the most scenic,… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 31.6 km (22%)

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1. Damüls Mellau

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

The Damüls Mellau ski resort is a popular spot among freeriders. Between Damüls and Mellau, there are… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 1.9 km (3%)
Ski routes: 17.7 km

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1. Schmittenhöhe – Zell am See

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

The trump card for advanced skiers are the long and challenging runs Trassabfahrt, Standardabfahrt,… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

some freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 19 km (25%)
Ski routes: 8 km

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1. Großglockner Resort Kals-Matrei

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

At Cimaross, experts' hearts beat faster, as black slopes and many off-piste powder runs await towards… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 6 km (15%)
Ski routes: 4.6 km

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1. KitzSki – Kitzbühel/Kirchberg

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

With many challenging descents and ski routes, advanced skiers really get their money's worth in… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 20 km (11%)
Ski routes: 45 km

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1. Tauplitz – Bad Mitterndorf

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Experienced skiers can look forward to several challenging, difficult runs. The black… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 6 km (14%)
Ski routes: 2 km

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1. Mayrhofen – Penken/Ahorn/Rastkogel/Eggalm (Mountopolis)

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Experts should definitely not miss out on Austria's steepest slope experience. The "Harakiri" with a… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

some freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 32 km (23%)
Ski routes: 8.7 km

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1. Ischgl/Samnaun – Silvretta Arena

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Ischgl and Samnaun offer an extensive freeride area at Piz Val Gronda, Palinkopf, Greitspitze,… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 52 km (22%)
Ski routes: 15 km

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1. Arosa Lenzerheide

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Arosa and Lenzerheide offer plenty of open ski terrain, which is eagerly used. Within the secured ski… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 28 km (12%)

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1. Madonna di Campiglio/Pinzolo/Folgàrida/Marilleva

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

For advanced skiers, there are many long and challenging slopes. Highly recommended are the difficult… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 33 km (21%)

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1. SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Pitch-black runs lead from the Hohe Salve down to Söll and Brixen im Thale. From the Brandstadl,… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 39 km (14%)

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1. Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn (Skicircus)

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Advanced skiers will find challenging runs in the ski area, such as the Weltcup-Abfahrt, Nordabfahrt,… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 18 km (7%)

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1. Kaltenbach – Hochzillertal/Hochfügen (SKi-optimal)

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Advanced skiers will find challenging slopes at Schnee-Express, Wedelexpress, Zillertal Shuttle, and… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 12.9 km (15%)
Ski routes: 4.5 km

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1. Zillertal Arena – Zell am Ziller/Gerlos/Königsleiten/Hochkrimml

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Königsleiten is the place for freeriders. Around the Königsleitenspitze, there are numerous deep-snow… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 12 km (8%)
Ski routes: 3 km

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1. Ponte di Legno/Tonale/Presena Glacier/Temù (Pontedilegno-Tonale)

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

For advanced skiers, the slopes on and from the Presena Glacier are very interesting. From Passo… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 16 km (16%)

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1. Axamer Lizum

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Challenging descents at Birgitzköpfl, demanding ski routes at Hoadl and Pleisen, as well as plenty of… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 17.6 km (43%)

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1. Kitzsteinhorn/Maiskogel – Kaprun

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

The Kitzsteinhorn is a paradise for advanced skiers. Those who prefer groomed slopes stay at the… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 9 km (14%)
Ski routes: 8.9 km

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1. St. Anton/St. Christoph/Stuben/Lech/Zürs/Warth/Schröcken – Ski Arlberg

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Hardly any ski resort offers as many freeride opportunities, attractive ski routes, and high-alpine… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 49.7 km (17%)

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1. Gurgl – Obergurgl-Hochgurgl

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Experienced skiers will find challenging slopes at Festkogl in Obergurgl as well as at Wurmkogl,… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 18.8 km (17%)
Ski routes: 4.5 km

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1. Sölden

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Sölden is a paradise for advanced skiers. In addition to the many challenging slopes, there are… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 29.2 km (20%)
Ski routes: 8.4 km

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1. Bormio – Cima Bianca

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

The slopes in Bormio are generally quite challenging and offer around 1,800 meters of vertical drop in… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 12 km (24%)

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1. Livigno

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Livigno offers some wonderful challenging slopes. Natural mogul runs are especially found in the… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 20 km (17%)

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1. St. Moritz – Corviglia

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Challenging runs and off-piste areas make every expert's heart beat faster. Black slopes such as… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 34 km (22%)
Ski routes: 4.8 km

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1. Cortina d'Ampezzo

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Cortina d'Ampezzo attracts visitors with its steep and challenging slopes that truly put even advanced… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

some freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 16 km (13%)

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1. Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

There are many challenging runs – Masnerkopfabfahrt, Pezid, Hohe Pleis, Tscheinabfahrt, Lazid Nord,… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 27 km (15%)
Ski routes: 28 km

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1. Kaunertal Glacier (Kaunertaler Gletscher)

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

At the Kaunertal Glacier, you'll find the Black Ibex, probably the steepest slope in Austria with an… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 10 km (18%)

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1. Jakobshorn (Davos Klosters)

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Jakobshorn is very popular among freeriders. The entire mountain can be explored on skis and there are… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 2.5 km (6%)
Ski routes: 13 km

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1. Sportgastein

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Sportgastein is a paradise for experts and freeriders. The black valley runs are truly challenging.… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 1.5 km (8%)
Ski routes: 7.7 km

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1. Arabba/Marmolada

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

In Arabba, several attractive black slopes lead down to the valley, especially from Porta Vescovo.… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 8.9 km (14%)

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1. Diavolezza/Lagalb

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Challenging runs and endless powder slopes make the hearts of every expert and freerider beat faster.… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 8 km (23%)
Ski routes: 10 km

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1. Corvatsch/Furtschellas

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

The Corvatsch/Furtschellas ski area is a paradise for freeriders. There are endless wide, unsecured… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 17.7 km (15%)
Ski routes: 2 km

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1. Nordkette – Innsbruck

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

The Nordkette is very popular among experts and freeriders. From the Hafelekar, the steepest ski… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 0.4 km (3%)
Ski routes: 5 km

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1. Parsenn (Davos Klosters)

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Parsenn is very popular among experts. Around the 2,844 m high Weissfluh summit, you will find extreme… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 17.7 km (19%)
Ski routes: 6.3 km

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1. Grossglockner Heiligenblut

Test result: 5 out of 5 stars

Experts and freeriders will get their money’s worth here. There is only one black run, but the four… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 1 km (2%)
Ski routes: 9 km

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35. Obertauern

Test result: 4 out of 5 stars

There are only a few truly steep slopes in the Obertauern ski area, but they are a real challenge. The… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 4 km (4%)

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35. Kronplatz (Plan de Corones)

Test result: 4 out of 5 stars

Kronplatz offers very attractive and challenging black slopes. A highlight is the Black Five… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

few freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 29 km (24%)

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35. Stubai Glacier (Stubaier Gletscher)

Test result: 4 out of 5 stars

The Stubai Glacier offers a comprehensive range of options for advanced skiers and freeriders. Several… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

very many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 2.9 km (4%)
Ski routes: 30.6 km

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35. Belpiano (Schöneben)/Malga San Valentino (Haideralm)

Test result: 4 out of 5 stars

Experts feel very comfortable on the difficult slopes in the Rojental. You can also take a detour into… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

some freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 6 km (9%)

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35. St. Jakob im Defereggental – Brunnalm

Test result: 4 out of 5 stars

With the construction of the new Leppleskofelbahn, attractive black slopes have been created. They… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 6.2 km (26%)
Ski routes: 1.6 km

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35. Latemar – Obereggen/Pampeago/Predazzo

Test result: 4 out of 5 stars

Pampeago and Predazzo offer some challenging runs for advanced skiers. Highlights include the deep… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

some freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 6.9 km (14%)

Details

35. Carezza

Test result: 4 out of 5 stars

Carezza Ski offers several challenging slopes for advanced skiers. From the Laurins Lounge, Paolina,… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

few freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 4.8 km (12%)

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35. Hochkönig – Maria Alm/Dienten/Mühlbach

Test result: 4 out of 5 stars

Experts will find black slopes at Aberg-Langeck, Gabühel, Wastlhöhe, and Schneeberg. In particular,… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

some freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 27 km (23%)
Ski routes: 8 km

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35. Val Gardena (Gröden)

Test result: 4 out of 5 stars

Gröden offers long, challenging descents into the valleys, such as Saslong, Ciampinoi, and… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

few freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 21 km (12%)

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35. Lermoos – Grubigstein

Test result: 4 out of 5 stars

Below the Grubigstein lies the area for advanced skiers, featuring off-piste runs and mogul slopes.… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

some freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 1.9 km (7%)
Ski routes: 1.7 km

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35. Gitschberg Jochtal

Test result: 4 out of 5 stars

One of the most challenging downhill runs in Italy leads down the valley beneath the Jochtal gondola… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

some freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 9.3 km (17%)

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35. Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschönau

Test result: 4 out of 5 stars

At Wiedersberger Horn, there are several attractive black slopes. Freeriders will find their expansive… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 12.7 km (13%)
Ski routes: 16.3 km

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35. Hochoetz – Oetz

Test result: 4 out of 5 stars

The black slopes No. 14 (Balbach-Ochsengarten), No. 8 (Mohrenkopf), and No. 12 (Buckelpiste… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 4 km (11%)
Ski routes: 3.5 km

Details

35. Wildkogel – Neukirchen/Bramberg

Test result: 4 out of 5 stars

In the Wildkogel ski area, there are several black slopes at the Ganzer X-press, the Pfeifferköpfl… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 10 km (13%)
Ski routes: 2 km

Details

35. Nauders am Reschenpass – Bergkastel

Test result: 4 out of 5 stars

In Nauders, advanced skiers will find their challenges on several steep slopes and marked ski routes.… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

many freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 14 km (19%)
Ski routes: 11 km

Details

35. Schlick 2000 – Fulpmes

Test result: 4 out of 5 stars

Advanced skiers can look forward to the black slopes below the Zirmachbahn, Panoramabahn, and… more

Freeriding & offering for advanced skiers

some freeride/deep snow areas
Difficult slopes: 3.5 km (14%)
Ski routes: 2.7 km

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