Hochoetz Ski Resort Guide
Hochoetz, Austria
Rated: 4/5 (from 6 ratings)
| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
|---|---|
| Total Piste Length | 34km |
| Highest Lift | 2,179m |
| Resort Height | 814m |
| Nearest Airports | Linz and St. Gallen-Altenrhein |
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Hochoetz
The ski area of Hochoetz is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 814m, with 34km of marked runs.
Summary
Hochoetz has direct access to 34km of downhill skiing, with 12 marked pistes, served by a total of 11 ski lifts.
With ski lifts as high as 2,179m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Skiing
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Hochoetz is highly rated by Snowboarders and there is a Snow Park in Hochoetz.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Hochoetz is 4km long and the most difficult run is the 'N8.81'.
Snow and Weather
When will it snow in Hochoetz?
The next notable snow forecast is 12cm, expected on 22 December, with around 32cm forecast over the next 7 days.
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Snow this week
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| Snow to resort | Snow to resort | Snow to resort |
Ski Area Stats
Hochoetz Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 1 | 4km |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 6 | 17km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 4 | 13km |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 1 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 34km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 10km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 11 | |
Altitudes & Slopes
Hochoetz Ski Area Heights
| Highest Lift | 2,179m |
|---|---|
| Lowest Piste | 814m |
| Resort Altitude (Hochoetz) | 814m |
| Max Vertical | 1,365m |
Ski Slope Aspects
N, S
Hochoetz has ski slopes facing both north and south, offering both sunny and sheltered skiing.
Ratings & Suitability
| Expert Skiers | |
|---|---|
| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Ski Lessons in Hochoetz
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Hochoetz Ski Schools and Hochoetz Ski Instructors.
Location and Map
Where is Hochoetz?
This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Mitterkirchen im Machland, Perg.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Hochoetz is Linz, 55 minutes drive away.
St. Gallen-Altenrhein, Salzburg, Memmingen, Vienna, Bolzano, Bratislava, Graz, Zurich and Brno airports are all within three hours drive.
Linz is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 11 ski lifts are able to uplift 8,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 7km of ski runs, with 25 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Hochoetz open?
Opened (since 7 December 2024).
Closes : 21 April 2025.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Hochoetz Webcams
The Webcams in Hochoetz are not always up-to-date. Please check the date on the image to ensure you are seeing current snow conditions.
