Gerlitzen is a ski resort in the Northern Alps range, in Villach, Carinthia, Austria 🇦🇹. The ski area stretches over 52.9 km of runs between 1,000 m and 1,911 m, served by 21 lifts. Day pass 70€ 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 breakdown of runs is given as a percentage of the kilometres for each difficulty level. Gerlitzen overlooks Lake Ossiach, near Villach. From the summit, the view extends over the Carinthian lakes and the Julian Alps.
- View over the Carinthian lakes
- Mostly red runs
- Close to Villach
Based on the resort's altitude and historical snow reliability
A resort on a human scale, Gerlitzen prides itself on the quality of its welcome and its closeness rather than on impressive figures. Its 52.9 km of runs are ideal for a stay of 3 to 4 days, especially for families or skiers who don't need to constantly change their playground. Gerlitzen has kept the identity of an authentic mountain village, far from the concrete resorts of the 1970s. People come here for the clean air, the unspoilt landscapes and a warm, personal atmosphere that stands apart from the industrialisation of skiing in some large ski areas. Gerlitzen's modest altitude, from 1,000 m at the village to 1,911 m at the summit, makes it sensitive to changes in the weather. January and February remain the safest months for optimal snow cover. Outside this window, checking the snow reports before you travel is strongly advised. The budget for a stay in Gerlitzen is clearly high: 70€ for a day pass, plus accommodation and mountain restaurants that are among the most expensive in the Alps. It's the price of excellence, but you should be aware of it before you go. In short, Gerlitzen lives up to its promises. A Northern Alps resort that will suit most types of skier without disappointing.
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.
