KitzSki Season Pass 2026/27

Prices, Options and Who Needs Which Pass

KitzSki Season Pass 2026/27: Prices, Options and Who Needs Which Pass

Anyone who skis regularly in Kitzbühel during the 2026/27 winter season is likely to ask one key question: Is the KitzSki season pass worth it, or is a multi-day pass the better choice?

The answer depends less on the name of the pass and more on how you plan to use Kitzbühel.

The classic KitzSki Card is not simply a winter ski pass. It is valid from the date of purchase for the 2026 summer mountain season and then through the end of the 2026/27 winter season. That makes it particularly appealing to guests who visit Kitzbühel for more than a single week of skiing.

KitzSki, the official ticket page

KitzSki Season Pass 2026/27 at a Glance

For the 2026/27 season, KitzSki offers several ways to make the most of your time in the mountains. The key decision is between the KitzSki Card and the KitzSki & Bike Card.

Key Prices

Pass	Super Early-Bird Sale until 30 June 2026	Advance Sale 1 July to 8 December 2026	From 9 December 2026
Adults, KitzSki Card	€890	€920	€1,025
U25	€757	€782	€871
Youth	€668	€690	€769
Children	€445	€460	€513
Seniors	€800	€828	€923
Seniors 80+	€90	€90	€90

For the KitzSki & Bike Card, KitzSki currently lists €990 or €1,020 for adults, depending on when the pass is purchased. The corresponding U25 prices are €857 and €882.

Important for planning in August 2026: The super early-bird sale has already ended. Anyone purchasing now can still benefit from the advance-sale price through 8 December 2026. After that, the adult KitzSki Card increases to €1,025.

KitzSki Card 2026/27: The Classic Season Pass

The KitzSki Card is the obvious choice for anyone who considers Kitzbühel their home ski area.

It is valid from the date of purchase throughout summer 2026 and until the end of the 2026/27 winter season. This is an important difference compared with a winter-only ski pass. For example, anyone buying the card in August can already use the summer lifts.

What Is Included?

The KitzSki Card includes, among other benefits:

• Use of all KitzSki summer lifts for hiking
• Ski bus use
• Free evening rides according to the timetable
• 50% discount on admission to the indoor pool at AQUARENA Kitzbühel
• A KitzSki bonus booklet with vouchers and benefits worth more than €1,500
• A complimentary KitzSki neck gaiter
• Bike transport on selected lifts for an additional fee
• Free bike transport on certain lifts

The card therefore combines winter skiing, the summer mountains, hiking and part of Kitzbühel's bike offering.

Who Is the KitzSki Card Best For?

It is particularly appealing to:

1. Locals and regular guests who ski in Kitzbühel frequently.
2. Second-home owners who spend several months in the area.
3. Guests planning several stays, for example in December, January and March.
4. Active summer visitors who also hike or use the mountain lifts.
5. Families who can benefit from the family bonus.

For a single, classic seven-day ski holiday, however, the season pass is not automatically the most economical option.

KitzSki & Bike Card 2026/27: For Summer Adventurers

For adults, the current advance-sale surcharge for the KitzSki & Bike Card is €100. The card costs €1,020 instead of €920.

The main difference is bike transport.

With the standard KitzSki Card, bike transport on the Hahnenkamm Cable Car, Fleckalmbahn, Gaisberg Chairlift and Panoramabahn Kitzbüheler Alpen costs €5 per ride. With the KitzSki & Bike Card, transport on these lifts is unlimited.

When Is the Upgrade Worth It?

Purely mathematically, the €100 surcharge corresponds to 20 rides at €5 each.

That is, of course, only a guide. Anyone planning full days of mountain biking with several uphill rides can reach that value quickly. For someone who mainly hikes in summer and skis in winter, the standard KitzSki Card is usually the more sensible choice.

My tip: If your mountain bike regularly comes up the mountain with you, choose the KitzSki & Bike Card. If cycling is more of an occasional addition, save the extra €100.

Family Bonus: Particularly Valuable for Families with Several Children

The family bonus is one of the strongest arguments in favour of the KitzSki season pass.

Families who purchase season passes for the two oldest children or young people at the same time receive a free KitzSki Card or KitzSki & Bike Card for all additional younger children or young people in the family. Appropriate proof is required, such as an Austrian family allowance confirmation or German child benefit certificate.

Age Categories 2026/27

Category	Birth Years
Toddlers	2021 and younger, free
Children	2020–2011
Youth	2010–2008
U25	2007–2001
Adults	2000–1967
Seniors	1966–1947
Seniors 80+	1946 and older

For a family with three or four children, the calculation can therefore look very different from that of a couple or solo traveller.

Which KitzSki Pass Is Right for Which Skier?

The best season pass is not necessarily the cheapest one. What matters is how you plan to use Kitzbühel.

Skier Type	Best Option	Why?
5–7 day ski holiday	Multi-day ski pass	Season pass is usually excessive
8–10 individual ski days	10-day flexible pass	Flexibility throughout the season
12–14+ ski days	Consider KitzSki Card	Season pass becomes increasingly attractive
Very regular skier	KitzSki Card	Unlimited use throughout the season
Summer + winter	KitzSki Card	Summer mountain access already included
Skiing + mountain biking	KitzSki & Bike Card	Unlimited bike transport
Family with several children	KitzSki Card	Family bonus can make a major difference
Skiing across many Tyrolean resorts	Snow Card Tirol	Much wider choice of ski areas
Skiing across several Austrian regions	SuperSkiCard Premium	23 ski regions
Already an Ikon Pass holder	Use Ikon Pass	KitzSki is included

KitzSki Card or 10-Day Flexible Pass?

For many holidaymakers, this is the most interesting comparison.

The 10-day flexible ski ticket allows you to choose ten individual ski days during the winter season. For adults, it costs €687 during the advance-sale period through 8 December 2026 and €763 from 9 December.

The KitzSki Card, by comparison, currently costs €920 during the advance-sale period.

That means a €233 difference.

For someone planning ten ski days spread across the season, the flexible pass is therefore clearly more attractive at first glance.

What Happens If You Ski More Days?

Regular KitzSki day and multi-day passes are priced according to the season period. For adults, for example, a 14-day ski pass costs €567.50 during the Saver Season, €626 during the Advantage Season and €684 during the Premium Season.

This highlights an important point:

If you are planning one long ski holiday, do not simply multiply the number of ski days by the day-ticket price.

Multi-day passes are considerably better value.

The KitzSki Card becomes financially interesting particularly when you:

• plan several stays,
• ski at different times throughout the season,
• ski more than ten days,
• use the summer lifts,
• or make genuine use of the card's additional benefits.

A Practical Rule of Thumb

At the current €920 advance-sale price for adults, you should roughly expect 12 to 14 ski days before the season pass becomes competitive based on skiing alone. The exact calculation depends on the season period, online pricing and the multi-day or flexible pass selected.

Anyone planning 15 or 20 days across several trips should take a serious look at the KitzSki Card.

KitzSki Card vs. SuperSkiCard Premium vs. Snow Card Tirol

Frequent skiers have two major alternatives in Tyrol.

SuperSkiCard Premium

The SuperSkiCard Premium is designed for people who do not want to ski at the same mountain every time.

For the 2026/27 season, it is valid from 10 October 2026 to 2 May 2027 and covers up to 23 ski regions in Austria and Bavaria. The adult advance-sale price through 3 December 2026 is €1,049. After that, it increases to €1,190.

That makes it just €129 more expensive than the current advance-sale price of the KitzSki Card.

The difference, however, is significant:

KitzSki Card: maximum focus on Kitzbühel, plus summer and bike benefits.

SuperSkiCard Premium: considerably more regional variety.

If you want to try a different ski resort every weekend, the SuperSkiCard is likely the better choice.

SuperSkiCard Premium, official 2026/27 prices

Snow Card Tirol

The Snow Card Tirol offers an even wider choice.

It is valid from 1 October 2026 in more than 90 ski areas across Tyrol. The 2026/27 advance-sale price is €1,080 for adults. The regular price is €1,227. KitzSki is part of the network.

For a passionate skier living in Tyrol or someone who wants to explore a large number of different resorts, it is a strong alternative.

For a guest who says, “I keep coming back to Kitzbühel because this is where I want to ski,” the KitzSki Card offers the more focused solution.

Snow Card Tirol, official prices and ski areas

And What About the Ikon Pass?

KitzSki is part of the Ikon Pass network.

The standard Ikon Pass provides up to seven ski days at KitzSki. The Ikon Base Pass provides up to five days.

This makes the Ikon Pass particularly interesting for international skiers who are already planning to visit several Ikon destinations.

For someone travelling exclusively to Kitzbühel, however, it is not automatically the better choice.

The simple decision:

• Already have an Ikon Pass? Use your included KitzSki days.
• Planning several Ikon destinations worldwide? The Ikon Pass can be very attractive.
• Planning 15, 20 or more days specifically in Kitzbühel? The KitzSki Card is the more obvious local solution.

Ikon Pass, Kitzbühel destination

When Does the KitzSki 2026/27 Season Start?

KitzSki is planning to start the season on 6 November 2026 at Resterkogel. Initially, weekday operations are planned for training, with public skiing at weekends.

The first ski weekend on the Hahnenkamm is scheduled for 21 and 22 November, depending on snow conditions.

The complete ski connection from Hahnenkamm via Fleckalm, Pengelstein, the 3S Cable Car, Jochberg and Resterhöhe is scheduled to operate from 11 December 2026 to 29 March 2027. The season finale in the Hahnenkamm, Fleckalm and Pengelstein areas is planned for 30 March to 4 April 2027. All dates remain subject to weather and snow conditions.

Kitzbühel currently offers around 233 kilometres of ski runs and 58 lifts. The terrain ranges from family-friendly skiing around Kitzbüheler Horn to more challenging terrain around the Hahnenkamm and Streif.

Is the KitzSki Card 2026/27 Worth the Money?

For a short holiday, the answer is not necessarily.

For regular Kitzbühel guests, the answer is more likely to be yes.

The calculation becomes particularly compelling when several types of use come together. A winter ski day, a summer hike, additional mountain rides, evening rides and the card's other benefits can add up to a value that goes beyond the ski pass alone.

The key advantage is therefore not simply the number of ski days.

It is the freedom to enjoy Kitzbühel spontaneously.

If the sun is shining on Saturday morning, you can ski. If the snow is perfect, you can ski. If you visit Kitzbühel for hiking in August, you can use the card then, too.

My Verdict for 2026/27

The KitzSki Card is the best choice for regular Kitzbühel guests.

The KitzSki & Bike Card is better for guests who also want to explore Kitzbühel by mountain bike.

The 10-day flexible pass is the smarter option for flexible skiers planning around ten ski days.

The SuperSkiCard Premium and Snow Card Tirol are better if variety matters more than focusing on Kitzbühel.

Anyone planning to buy in August 2026 should also note that the current advance-sale price remains valid through 8 December 2026. After that, the KitzSki Card becomes more expensive for adults.

Why Stay at Schlosshotel Kitzbühel for This Experience?

A season pass offers the greatest value when Kitzbühel is not simply a one-off destination, but part of a longer Alpine year.

Schlosshotel Kitzbühel combines convenient access to the ski area with the comfort of a five-star resort.

The hotel's private shuttle takes guests to the lift station. Ski passes can be purchased directly at the hotel at the official rates of the mountain railways. Each room also has its own ski locker with boot dryer.

After a long day on the slopes, the transition from sport to relaxation is particularly effortless. The Momentum Spa features, among other facilities, indoor and outdoor pools, a panoramic sauna, steam room and a range of treatments.

There is also no need to go far for dinner. The hotel offers three distinct restaurants, including STREIF, DAS Kaps and Rōzu.

For guests who want to experience Kitzbühel across several seasons, this combination is particularly appealing: mountains, sport, retreat, wellness and dining in one place.

Discover rooms and suites at Schlosshotel Kitzbühel

Conclusion: Which KitzSki Season Pass Is Right for You?

The decision can be surprisingly simple.

Up to around 7 ski days: Multi-day ski pass.

Around 10 flexible ski days: 10-day flexible pass.

Several trips and at least around 12 to 14 ski days: Compare the KitzSki Card carefully.

Winter plus summer in the mountains: KitzSki Card.

Winter plus intensive mountain biking: KitzSki & Bike Card.

Many different ski areas in Tyrol: Snow Card Tirol.

Many different ski areas in Austria and Bavaria: SuperSkiCard Premium.

Already travelling internationally with Ikon: Use the Ikon Pass.

And for anyone who loves Kitzbühel beyond winter, one of the KitzSki Card's most appealing features is that it does not begin with the first snowfall. It already accompanies its holder through the summer mountains and continues through the end of the 2026/27 winter season.

Plan your stay at Schlosshotel Kitzbühel

Key Takeaways

• The KitzSki Card 2026/27 currently costs €920 for adults during the advance-sale period.
• The advance-sale period runs from 1 July to 8 December 2026.
• From 9 December, the adult price increases to €1,025.
• The card is valid from the date of purchase during summer 2026 and through the end of the 2026/27 winter season.
• The family bonus can make the season pass considerably more attractive for families.
• The KitzSki & Bike Card costs €1,020 for adults during the current advance-sale period.
• The €100 bike upgrade is particularly worthwhile for regular bike-lift use.
• For around ten flexible ski days, the 10-day flexible pass at €687 is cheaper through 8 December.
• Anyone looking to ski across many Tyrolean resorts should compare the Snow Card Tirol.
• For maximum variety across Austria and Bavaria, the SuperSkiCard Premium is worth considering.
• KitzSki plans to start the 2026/27 season on 6 November 2026 at Resterkogel.
• The full ski connection is scheduled to operate from 11 December 2026 to 29 March 2027, subject to weather and snow conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the KitzSki season pass cost for 2026/27?

The KitzSki Card costs €920 for adults during the advance-sale period from 1 July to 8 December 2026. After that, the price increases to €1,025. The advance-sale price is €690 for youth, €460 for children and €782 for U25. Seniors pay €828. For seniors aged 80 and over, the price is €90.

When should I buy the KitzSki Card 2026/27?

Anyone planning to buy the KitzSki Card should purchase it by 8 December 2026 to secure the advance-sale price. The card is also interesting before winter because its validity begins on the date of purchase and includes the summer mountain lifts. Guests visiting Kitzbühel during summer 2026 can therefore benefit immediately.

Is a KitzSki season pass worth it for a one-week ski holiday?

For a single week, the KitzSki Card is usually not the first choice. A multi-day pass costs considerably less than a season pass. The calculation changes if you are planning several stays or intend to use the card during summer as well. If you are skiing for only seven days, compare the current multi-day prices with the season-pass price before buying.

What is the difference between the KitzSki Card and KitzSki & Bike Card?

Both cards are valid from the date of purchase through the end of the 2026/27 winter season and share many benefits. The main difference concerns bike transport. With the standard KitzSki Card, bike transport on several key lifts costs €5 per ride. The KitzSki & Bike Card includes unlimited transport on these lifts.

Is there a family discount for the KitzSki season pass?

Yes. Under the family bonus, season passes for the family's two oldest children or young people must be purchased at the same time. All additional younger children and young people in the family then receive a KitzSki Card or KitzSki & Bike Card free of charge. Appropriate proof of family allowance or child benefit is required.

At what age is the KitzSki season pass free?

Children born in 2021 or later ski free during the 2026/27 season. The child category covers birth years 2020 to 2011, while the youth category covers 2010 to 2008.

Can I use the KitzSki Card in summer?

Yes. The 2026/27 KitzSki Card is valid from the date of purchase for summer 2026 and through the end of the 2026/27 winter season. The summer lifts can be used for hiking. This makes the card particularly attractive for guests who visit Kitzbühel at different times of the year.

Which is cheaper, the KitzSki Card or SuperSkiCard Premium?

The KitzSki Card is cheaper for adults during advance sales at €920 compared with €1,049 for the SuperSkiCard Premium. In return, the SuperSkiCard provides access to up to 23 ski regions in Austria and Bavaria. For regular Kitzbühel guests, the local KitzSki Card is usually more suitable. For frequent skiers who regularly move between resorts, the SuperSkiCard can justify the higher price.

Is KitzSki included in the Ikon Pass?

Yes. KitzSki is an Ikon Pass destination. The standard Ikon Pass provides up to seven ski days at KitzSki, while the Ikon Base Pass provides up to five days. Anyone who already owns an eligible Ikon Pass should use these included KitzSki days before purchasing an additional local ski pass.

When does KitzSki open for the 2026/27 season?

The planned season opening is 6 November 2026 at Resterkogel. The first Hahnenkamm ski weekend is scheduled for 21 and 22 November. The complete ski connection is planned to operate from 11 December 2026 to 29 March 2027. All dates are subject to weather and snow conditions.