Skiing in Axamer Lizum
Axamer Lizum, just 6 miles from Innsbruck in the Tyrol region of Austria, was built specifically to host the downhill skiing in the 1964 Olympics and then again in 1976, and today is an extensive, relatively challenging ski area serving the villages of Axame, Gotzens and Birgitz, ideally suited to intermediate skiers. Axamer Lizum, although being home to a few restaurants and bars, is not an actual resort, with most visitors choosing to stay in the neighbouring villages or the city of Innsbruck itself. Innsbrucks’ close proximity means that whilst skiing in Axamer Lizum, it’s possible to savour the cultural sites of Innsbruck, with its beautiful architecture, historic churches and bustling city life.
Skiing in Axamer Lizum – The Slopes
The ski area of Axamer Lizum is situated at 1600m above sea level, ensuring lots of snow throughout the season and offers 33km of terrain. Beginners will enjoy their first few hours on the gentle slopes of the nursery, surrounded by stunning scenery, while intermediate level skiers have a wealth of wide open runs above the tree line to explore, including trying their hand at the various championship courses. At 2340m, experience the long Olympic downhill run on the Hoadl, or, for truly advanced skiers only, try the steep slalom run from the top of the Birgitzkopfl or the course on the Patscherkofel, on which Franz Klammer famously won gold in ’76. All the ski areas surrounding Innsbruck are linked by efficient bus service, and there are various multi-passes available to take advantage of the entire area. The Glacier Lift Pass covers Axamer Lizum and the other 7 ski areas around Innsbruck, including the Stubai Glacier with year round skiing and fantastic off-piste, and the Super Ski has the addition of one days skiing at either Kitzbuhel or St. Anton
Skiing in Axamer Lizum – The Apres-Ski
There are some lively apres-ski venues in Axamer Lizum – including The Lizumstubn and the First Pub – and most of the drinking takes place in the various hotel bars. The Hotel Olympic, which offers 4 star slope side accommodation at Axamer Lizum, has a nightly disco and a games room. With 13 restaurants there are plenty of choices for sampling authentic Austrian fare and the famous local drinks. Many visitors take advantage of the big city a few miles away- with first-rate international dining, countless great bars and cafes, and plenty of evening entertainment, from a night at the opera to a spot of gambling, a trip to Innsbruck is a popular excursion. For pursuits away from the slopes, the area offers tobogganing from the centre of Axamer Lizum, sleigh rides, sledding, ice-skating, curling, bowling and the new recreation centre with its’ indoor and outdoor pools, and saunas.
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