Prior to the opening of the Felber-Tauenr tunnel in 1967, few knew of the existence of the once hard to reach area of Defereggental. Today the tune has certainly changed and tourists benefit from a high amount of activities in this area. Thankfully, developments took place with care and an utmost respect for nature meaning that the region's original character remains intact and visitors immediately recognise the numerous old-style farms, some of which also offer accommodation.
The 2 ski areas are rather small and, from a technical point of view, the slopes are not particularly demanding but this is highly compensated by the beauty of its natural surroundings and small attractive village centres. There are, however, 52km of perfectly maintained slopes that are bathed in sunshine most of the time. There is no mass tourism and no queuing for the lifts in this ski area. In St. Jakob, the main ski resort in this area, family-friendly prices and fun activities are on the agenda.
Snowplaza review |
Beginners |
Freeride/off-piste |
Intermediate |
Cross country |
Advanced |
Guaranteed snow |
Families & Children |
Price level |
Snowboard/freestyle |
Overview of slopes and lifts in Skizentrum St. Jakob im Defereggental
Slopes | Ski lifts | Additional information |
Blue slopes4,7 km | Drag lifts4 | Start of the season12 December |
Red slopes11,1 km | Chair lifts2 | End of the season10 April |
Black slopes1,2 km | Gondola lifts1 | Glacier |
Off-piste6,7 km | Train0 | Min. altitude1400 m |
Total23,7 km | Capacity10343 Pers./Hour | Max. altitude2525 m |
Resorts in Skizentrum St. Jakob im Defereggental ski area
Off-piste & freestyle in Skizentrum St. Jakob im Defereggental |
Snow parks 1 | Tables |
Half pipe | Boxes |
Quarter pipe | Rails |
Boardercross | Off-piste allowed |
Kickers | Off-piste zone |
Ski pass prices (low season) |
Low season 6-day ski pass | Children | Adults | Free up to |
Top-Ski Kärnten Gold | EUR 117.00 | EUR 233.00 | 6 Years old |
SKI HIT | EUR 119.00 | EUR 238.00 | 5 Years old |
Ski pass prices (high season) |
High season 6-day ski pass | Children | Adults | Free up to |
Top-Ski Kärnten Gold | EUR 126.00 | EUR 251.00 | 6 Years old |
SKI HIT | EUR 127.50 | EUR 255.00 | 5 Years old |