Piste Overview
Blue
6 km (22%)
Red
16 km (59%)
Black
5 km (19%)
Ski Route
0 km
Total: 27 km
Lift System
Gondolas
Chairlifts
T-Bar Lifts
Aerial Trams
Total: 10 lifts
Slope Map
Resort Review
Christlum Achenkirch is a compact, family-friendly ski area on Lake Achensee, with 27 km of pistes (950–1,800 m), reliable snowmaking, and a relaxed mountain-hut vibe instead of a party scene.
Advantages
- Compact ski area with 27 km of pistes and excellent wayfinding – ideal for day trips and short breaks
- Family- and learning-focused: dedicated children’s and beginner areas, a ski kindergarten, and a well-balanced mix of runs
- A strong lineup of activities in the region, including a 3.5 km toboggan run right in the ski area
Disadvantages
- At a maximum altitude of 1,800 m, it’s not a high-alpine area—during warm spells, conditions can soften more quickly down low.
- Freeride and snowpark options are available, but they’re relatively small—more of a complement than a destination in their own right.
- Après-ski is on the quieter, sociable side; anyone looking for a lively nightlife will find only limited choice here.
Achensee views and a “sunny slope” feel: relaxed skiing without big-resort hustle
Christlum in Achenkirch is the largest ski area in the Achensee region and feels like a well-organized destination for day trips and short breaks: easy to navigate, sun-kissed, and with plenty of runs you can ski “in one go” without complicated transfers. With 27 km of slopes between around 950 m and 1,800 m, the area stays deliberately compact—making it pleasantly straightforward to find your way around and enjoy a smooth, uncomplicated ski day.
27 km of slopes with a clear mix: mostly reds, plus blues and blacks
The trail map is clearly geared toward enjoyable, sporty leisure skiing: 6 km easy, 16 km intermediate, 5 km advanced. Beginners will find suitable practice zones, while more experienced skiers get plenty of variety (including more demanding sections and valley-route options).
Lift infrastructure is dominated by chairlifts and drag lifts (no gondolas). Practical: it’s easy to plan your day in “stages”—learn/warm up down low, then move into the mid and upper areas.
Reliable snow without a glacier: altitude plus consistent snowmaking
Christlum isn’t a high-alpine glacier resort. Its reliability comes primarily from the altitude up to 1,800 m and the fact that all slopes can be covered with artificial snow. That makes planning easier than at many smaller pre-Alpine ski areas, even if warm spells can still be an issue in the lower sections.
Funpark instead of mega-park: a sensible freestyle toolkit for variety
Rather than a large freestyle area, Christlum offers a funpark setup with boardercross, a halfpipe, and freestyle kickers. Ideal if not everyone in your group is “park-only,” but you still want to build in a few feature laps regularly.
Powder as a bonus: short faces and a demanding ski route—not a freeride mecca
Freeriding here is more of an extra than the main draw: the upper area has a few powder slopes, plus a challenging ski route. As always, venturing beyond secured pistes should only be done with the right experience and equipment—and with close attention to the avalanche report.
Family-friendly thanks to short distances: kids’ areas and ski-school facilities
For families, Christlum shines through structure rather than sheer size: a children’s/beginners’ area (including playful elements) and an in-resort ski kindergarten make getting started easier. Add ski-school programs, and the mountain works well as a learning and family-friendly area—without having to constantly coordinate long distances.
Après-ski: more lounge at the base than a party hotspot
Après-ski in Christlum is relaxed to sociable: on one side, cozy hut-and-terrace vibes (e.g. around the Christlum Alm); on the other, an après-ski venue at the base station (Salettl). If you’re after “Ischgl vibes,” this isn’t the place—if you want to wind down at ease, it’s a great fit.
Beyond the pistes: sledding in the ski area and Achensee winter activities
A clear plus alongside skiing is the Christlum toboggan run (3.5 km) with lift access. The Achensee region also typically offers a wide range of winter options (e.g. winter hiking and cross-country skiing nearby), making Christlum especially appealing for mixed-ability groups.
Detailed Ratings
For 27 km, the selection of runs feels noticeably varied, with the emphasis on red pistes and a well-judged complement of blue and black. Getting around the ski area is straightforward, and the lift network is a solid mix of chairlifts and drag lifts. Reliable snow conditions are ensured largely through snowmaking.
There’s a funpark with a boardercross course, a halfpipe, and kickers/features. Great for squeezing in a few freestyle laps in between, but not big enough to count as a dedicated park destination.
A few deep-powder slopes in the upper section and a demanding ski route provide variety for experienced skiers. Overall, the freeride offering remains limited and—like everywhere—calls for consistent safety planning.
Christlum shows its strengths as a family-friendly ski area with short distances, dedicated practice zones, and plenty of children’s activities. Thanks to its compact size, a day on the slopes is easy to plan—without the resort ever feeling overwhelming.
The focus is on a relaxed wind-down—lounge and mountain-hut vibes—and an après-ski gathering spot at the valley station. If you’re looking for full-on party nights, the options are rather limited.
With a 3.5 km toboggan run right in the ski area and a wide range of winter activities around Lake Achensee, there’s plenty to do away from the slopes too—especially for mixed groups and families.