Mölltaler Gletscher: Carinthia's Premier Glacier Ski Resort

Mölltaler Gletscher, also known as the Mölltal Glacier, is a stunning ski resort nestled in the Hohe Tauern mountain range in Carinthia, Austria. As Carinthia's only glacier ski resort, it offers a unique alpine experience with reliable snow conditions and an extended season, typically running from October to May.The resort boasts elevations reaching up to 3,122 meters (10,243 feet) at the summit of Mt Schareck, providing skiers and snowboarders with well-groomed slopes and breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding glaciers and peaks. The resort features 17.4 kilometers of ski trails and almost 7 kilometers of freeride terrain. With slopes for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced, and even a FIS downhill course used by professional skiers, Mölltaler Gletscher caters to a wide range of winter sports enthusiasts.Beyond skiing and snowboarding, visitors can enjoy the panoramic Eissee Restaurant at 2,800 meters, offering stunning views of 28 surrounding peaks. The resort also has a snow park with rails and kickers, a children's ski school, and equipment rentals.The Mölltaler Gletscher Express funicular transports 220 passengers to 2,234 meters in just 8 minutes, ascending 1,012 meters over a 4.7-kilometer route. The resort is easily accessible and offers free parking. It's also recognized as a training area for several national ski teams, highlighting the quality of its slopes and facilities.