Kitzbuhel Austria

Kitzbuhel is one of Austria's best known and fanciest winter sport resorts, situated between the mountains Hahnenkamm (1712 m) and Kitzbuhel Horn (1996 m). Located 80 kilometers (50 miles) from Innsbruck and 120 kilometers (75 miles) from Munich, it is easy to get to by car, bus, and train, and if you stay in a hotel in town, an automobile isn't really necessary since there are free buses and most things are centrally located.

The Hahnenkamm is home of the annual world cup ski races, including the circuit's most important event, the downhill race on the famous Streif slope. During summer time Kitzbühel also hosts an ATP tennis tournament on clay.

The festive mood of this town during the Hahnenkamm race is contagious, and it's easy to get caught up in the excitement of one of the most important race events in Europe. Celebrities dot the crowd and world-class athletes like the "Hermanator" (Hermann Maier) and members of Olympic teams stroll down the street, rubbing elbows with tourists and locals.

The actual village of Kitzbühel dates back to the 13th century. Its charm is accented by painted medieval houses, colorful sidewalk cafés, and stylish shops. Festive flags and buntings adorn the streets and buildings of this little Austrian town, which plays host to international athletes, ski fans, and the rich and famous from all over the world.

Located at the southern foot of the Kitzbüheler Horn (elevation 6,548 feet/1,998 meters), this village was chartered in 1271 and held as a fief by the bishops of Regensburg and Bamberg under the dukes of Bavaria until 1504, when it became part of the Tyrol. The town has many brightly painted and gabled houses trimmed in gingerbread, and several medieval castles that have been converted into hotels. This world-famous ski resort is also a health resort with a busy summer tourist trade centered on the Schwarzsee, a warm mountain lake. This area offers a wide variety of activities all year long. There is even an Olympic ski jump with a breathtaking view.

Luxury Hotels

Best Western Premier Kaiserhof
Schwarzer Adler Kitzbuhel
Haselsberger Hotel
Alpenhotel Kitzbuehel
Ski & Golfresort Kitzhof
Kitzbuhel
Zur Tenne Hotel