Hintertux Glacier vs Kitzbühel Alps
Hintertux Glacier (Tyrol) and Kitzbühel Alps (Tyrol) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Hintertux Glacier | Kitzbühel Alps |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 5,728 ft (1,746 m) | 4,035 ft (1,230 m) |
| Summit elevation | 10,646 ft | 6,539 ft |
| Base elevation | 4,921 ft | 2,500 ft |
| Lifts | 22 | 63 |
| Runs | 89 | 233 |
| Beginner terrain | 48% | 52% |
| Intermediate terrain | 46% | 33% |
| Expert terrain | 6% | 15% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Hintertux Glacier has the bigger vertical (5,728 ft vs 4,035 ft); Kitzbühel Alps has more runs (233 vs 89); Kitzbühel Alps skews more expert (15% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Hintertux Glacier | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Kitzbühel Alps | Ikon Pass: 7 days |
No single pass covers both, so skiing both means separate passes or lift tickets. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →
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