Flattnitz – Hirnkopf is a ski resort in the Northern Alps range, in Central Carinthia, Carinthia, Austria 🇦🇹. The ski area covers 11.3 km of runs between 1,400 m and 1,840 m, served by 5 lifts. Day lift pass 26€ per adult.
* Price per adult for 1 day, public high-season rate. Reduced rates (online purchase, outside school holidays, families, children, seniors) are generally offered by the resort.
The run breakdown is given as a percentage of the kilometres for each difficulty level. The Flattnitz is a mountain pass in the Gurktal Alps, with a small ski area whose lift pass is among the cheapest in Austria.
- Very affordable lift pass
- Family ski area
- On skis
Based on the resort's altitude and historical snow reliability
Flattnitz – Hirnkopf is a low-key resort on a modest scale — 11.3 km of runs for an intimate skiing experience, far from the bustle of the big resorts. This is where you come for calm, authenticity and no queues at the lifts. Flattnitz – Hirnkopf's family reputation is well earned: dedicated beginner areas, well-groomed green runs and a friendly atmosphere at the foot of the lifts. It is one of the most reassuring resorts in the Northern Alps for laying the foundations of skiing with children. Flattnitz – Hirnkopf's moderate altitude — starting at 1,400 m, topping out at 1,840 m — makes it sensitive to weather variations. January and February remain the most reliable months for optimal snow cover. Outside this window, checking snow reports before you set off is strongly recommended. The day lift pass at 26€ remains reasonable for the quality of the ski area on offer. Counting accommodation, skiing and meals, Flattnitz – Hirnkopf suits those who want a good week without the final bill knocking them off their chair. In short: Flattnitz – Hirnkopf doesn't compete with the ski giants, and doesn't pretend to. It's an honest destination, often underrated, that deserves to be (re)discovered.
Source: Open-Meteo.com · Data updated in real time
At this altitude, snow reliability depends on the conditions of the year. Check the state of the runs before you leave. Real-time data: Open-Meteo (weather model). Monthly averages: estimates based on the resort's historical data.
