Kals Matrei / Grossglockner Resort
Kals Matrei / Grossglockner Resort is the largest ski area in East Tyrol, connecting Matrei and Kals via the Cimaross peak, offering long, moderately challenging slopes with high-alpine scenery and views of Grossglockner.

Largest ski area in East Tyrol, connecting Matrei and Kals via the Cimaross peak.

Why Go

⛷️ Long, moderately challenging, and often uncrowded slopes
πŸ”οΈ High-alpine scenery with views of Grossglockner and High Tauern
πŸ’¨ Fast and comfortable lifts, especially in Matrei
β˜€οΈ Lower crowds than North Tyrol, higher chance of sunny weather

Why Avoid

πŸ“ Smaller area than it appears, despite large spread
β†ͺ️ Valley descents can be winding (Kals) or don't lead directly to lifts (Matrei)
🐌 Slow lifts on Blauspitze in Kals

πŸ’‘ Tips

Optimal stay: 2-4 days
Skibus available for Matrei valley descent to lift station
Adler Lounge on Cimaross offers dining with panoramic views

πŸ’° Cost

Adult 1-day skipass 67 EUR, 6-day 348 EUR. Child (6-18) 1-day 33.5 EUR, 6-day 174 EUR. Ski Hit pass valid in multiple resorts.

πŸ•’ Hours

Season: early December to mid-April.

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking

Auto can stay in garage at Hotel Rauter, skibus to lift station.

⛸️ Activities

Ice skating, toboggan run, swimming pool.