The Best Ski Resorts for Advanced Skiers in Austria

For advanced skiers and snowboarders, finding terrain that truly challenges your abilities can make or break a ski trip. Our advanced resort rankings showcase destinations that excel at providing steep runs, technical descents, and thrilling off-piste opportunities. These rankings come directly from our Snomad community members who've tackled these slopes themselves - real skiers sharing genuine experiences without corporate influence. Ready to contribute to our growing database of authentic insights? Submit your own review and help fellow advanced riders find their perfect mountain challenge.

Looking for different rankings? Check out our guides to Expert Skiers, Off-Piste and Powder Zones to discover more specialised terrain options throughout Austria.

Best Ski Resort for Advanced Skiers in Austria: Westendorf - SkiWelt - Advanced Rating

Advanced skiers and boarders will find Westendorf a gem within the SkiWelt. Our users point to the "good connection to a large ski area but with local feels," making it ideal for those seeking challenging terrain without the crowds. A Snomad community member who's visited multiple times calls it their "favourite small Austrian resort" with "a fun mix of difficult runs." Tree runs get particularly high marks from regular visitors, with well-groomed pistes that maintain good skiing options "even if the snow in the valley is not the best." The new connections to Kitzbühel via Brixen expand the terrain available for those wanting to push their limits.

#2 Ischgl - Advanced Rating

Looking for an advanced playground? Ischgl delivers big time. Our users consistently praise the extensive terrain that keeps even the most skilled riders buzzing all week. "The off-piste and powder areas are brilliant and when the powder and weather is good it lives up to anywhere else in Europe," says James, a skier who visits regularly. You'll find perfectly maintained groomers, challenging mogul fields, and solid tree runs. A user who is an advanced snowboarder said the terrain park "has a cool pillow jump where you can practice what you're scared to try on actual jumps." The ultra-efficient lift system means more time shredding and less time queuing.

#3 Flachau - Advanced Rating

Advanced skiers in Flachau praise the versatility of the terrain, with Tom highlighting the excellent tree runs even when natural snowfall is limited, thanks to efficient snow-making systems. The area offers plenty for skilled riders, though one Snomad community member notes the main run back into town can be challenging with steep moguls. Michael, an experienced skier, describes it as "one of the best now extensively connected areas" he's ever visited. For powder seekers, Rebecca points to great off-piste options, while Kaz, an advanced snowboarder, appreciates the diversity spanning from terrain parks at Absolute Park to powder stashes over at Flachauwinkl.