Kitzbühel

Kitzbühel is legendary not only in sporting and cultural terms. Kitzbühel scores with hospitality and above all a huge range of accommodation.

In Kitzbühel, young and old alike will find what they are looking for. Whether hotel, guesthouse, farmhouse, suite or apartment - the region offers a wide range of accommodation. Moreover, Kitzbühel is not only easy to reach by car - traveling by plane, bus or train is also uncomplicated.

Sporting and cultural events all year round, wellness and recreation options as well as numerous excursion destinations make a vacation in the most legendary sports town in the Alps an unforgettable experience for the whole family.

Location

Located in the Kitzbuehel Alps. Convenient excursions to Innsbruck (95 km), Salzburg (80 km) and Munich (120 km).

Size

Population : 8.439

Elevation

800 to 2.000 m above sea level

History

As early as 1165 it appears the first time the name "Chizbuhel" in a Chiemseer certificate, which is a merger with the proper name "Chizzo" and "buhel" is a characterization of its geographical location.

In 1450 began the heyday of mining in Kitzbuehel, but not until 16th Century silver was found in Kitzbuehel. The citys landscape is a consequence of that wealth. Around 1850 the summer tourism started to build up in Kitzbuehel and 1875 with the construction of the railroad brought the rise to international tourism. 1893 Franz Reisch became the first man to ski down from the Kitzbuehel Horn, according to documents 1894/95 the first ski race was held in Kitzbuehel.

The City in summer

  • Teeing off in the golf centre of the Alps (4 courses locally , 18 more nearby)
  • schwimming in the lake Schwarzsee, Gieringer pond or in the Aquarena indoor swimming.
  • Mountain Experience on 500 km of hiking trails
  • Cycling on approximately 750 km of cycling and mountain bike trails.
  • Enjoy an exciting tennis match in the tennis stadium.
  • Fun and excitement in the Sportpark Kitzbuehel with SALEWA Kletter Kitz climbing hall and bowling alley.

Kitzbuehel in winter

  • skiing in Kitzbuehel with about 170 km of slopes and more than 50 highly modern gondola and lifts
  • Action-packed snowboarding fun parks
  • 120 km of cross country ski trails in the region
  • 170 km of winter hiking trails in the region
  • ski schools

An amazing sports region

Kitzbuehel Hahnenkamm hosts ski races, snow polo, triathlon and tennis trophy. The city's heart beats loud and strong. Kitzbuehel, the sports capital in the heart of the Alps, combines tradition and lifestyle as charming as any other city. The city is famous not only the unique charm, but also the energy of the city as well as top hotels and restaurants make Kitzbuehel the celebrity hot spot in the Alps.

Embedded between the mountains Kitzbueheler Horn and the Hahnenkamm, Kitzbuehel shows its sporty side. The many possibilities for sporting activities in beautiful nature combined with a historical center with almost chic flair of doing business. It is a city of charm and all-rounder profile. The hospitality of hotels and restaurants are at the highest level. The excellent restaurants, small cafes and bars, the discos, the casino and the cinema in the centre of the city are part of the wide choices on offer. Activity in sports go to the limit, experience as a spectator class events or refuel Alpine Energy - discover your "Kitz"!

Partner Towns of  Kitzbuehel

  • Greenwich | Connecticut | USA - since 1961
  • Yamagata | Japan - since 1963
  • Sun Valley | Idaho | USA - since 1967
  • Sterzing | Italy - since 1971
  • Rueil Malmaison | France - since 1979
  • Bad Soden am Taunus | Germany - since 1980

Learn more about Kitzbühel on http://www.kitzbuehel.com/en