Mandarfen Ski Resort Guide
Mandarfen, Austria
| Highest Lift | 2,291m |
|---|---|
| Resort Height | 1,600m |
| Nearest Airports | Innsbruck Airport and St. Gallen-Altenrhein |
Mandarfen
Mandarfen offers a unique blend of alpine beauty and thrilling pistes. Perfect for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.
Summary
Nestled in the Pitztal Valley, Mandarfen showcases breathtaking mountain vistas and an inviting atmosphere. With access to over 40 kilometers of slopes, it caters to all skill levels and is renowned for its impressive snow record.
The ski area of Mandarfen is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 1,600m.
Mandarfen has direct access to 4 marked pistes, served by a total of 2 ski lifts.
The ski resort itself is at 1,600m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 2,291m, snow cover is generally reliable.
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Snow and Weather
Mandarfen enjoys reliable snow conditions, with average depths ranging from 50 to 250 cm throughout the season. For the latest snow updates and forecasts, visit J2Ski for detailed information.
When will it snow in Mandarfen?
The next notable snow forecast is 1cm, expected on 14 April.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
| Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snow to 1,877m |
Ski Area Stats
Mandarfen Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 1 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 2 | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 20km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 2 | |
Mandarfen Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,291m |
|---|---|
| Lowest Piste | 1,600m |
| Resort Altitude (Mandarfen) | 1,600m |
| Max Vertical | 691m |
Skiing
The ski area around Mandarfen reaches elevations of up to 3,440 meters, with the highest peak being the Pitztaler Gletscher. Notable pistes include the long descent from the glacier and the well-groomed runs serviced by lifts like the Gletscherexpress and the Mittelstation.
There is skiing to suit a range of abilities.
Ski Lessons in Mandarfen

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Mandarfen Ski Schools and Mandarfen Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will appreciate the terrain parks at Mandarfen, including the fun park featuring various jumps and rails. The vast open spaces also allow for plenty of freeriding opportunities.
Location and Map
Where is Mandarfen?
This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in St. Leonhard im Pitztal, Politischer Bezirk Imst.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Mandarfen is Innsbruck Airport, 74 minutes drive away.
St. Gallen-Altenrhein, Bolzano, Memmingen, Friedrichshafen, Salzburg and Munich airports are all within three hours drive.
Traveling to Mandarfen is convenient via Innsbruck Airport, approximately 90 kilometers away. From there, a scenic drive or shuttle service will take you directly to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The two ski lifts are able to uplift 1,400 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Season Dates
When is Mandarfen open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
Après-ski in Mandarfen comes alive at venues like the Pitztaler Gletscher restaurant and the rustic Café 3.440. For a livelier night, check out the local bars featuring live music and a friendly atmosphere.