Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis, Austria
Chalet Raterhof
Low season:£15,540per week
£740 per person

Austria
The ultimate family-friendly ski paradise on a sunny Tyrolean plateau.
7 properties available
About the Resort
Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis is widely considered one of the most family-oriented ski resorts in the world, situated on a magnificent sun-drenched plateau above the Tyrolean Inn Valley. The three historic villages seamlessly blend traditional Austrian charm with cutting-edge resort infrastructure. Serfaus famously operates a whisper-quiet, underground hovercraft railway to keep its streets car-free and tranquil.
The Resort
Boasting 214 kilometers of impeccably groomed pistes, the terrain caters brilliantly to intermediates and families, while also offering surprising depth for advanced skiers in the high-altitude Masner area. The child-care and kids' ski school facilities here are globally unparalleled, featuring massive, dedicated learning zones with interactive elements that make learning to ski a magical experience.
Beyond the pistes, the resort offers an all-encompassing winter playground. From exceptional mountain gastronomy and top-tier winter walking trails to adrenaline-pumping family attractions like the Fisser Flieger and Skyswing, Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis delivers a flawless, premium alpine vacation.
On the Mountain
The terrain spans 214km of meticulously groomed slopes, perfectly suited for confident intermediates seeking endless, wide red cruisers. High-altitude zones like the Masner area provide reliable snow and exciting off-piste powder bowls, while the lower slopes host some of the most extensive and advanced children's learning terrain in the Alps.
Tyrolean Oberland
Located on a scenic, sunny terrace above the upper Inn valley in Austria, this region is celebrated for its high number of sunny days and excellent snow reliability.
Location
Resort Details
Ideal For
Families
Unrivaled kids' facilities, dedicated interactive ski areas, and world-class ski schools.
Intermediates
123km of wide, beautifully groomed red runs for endless, fast cruising.
Beginners
Massive, innovative learning zones like Kinderschneealm and Berta's Kinderland.
Food Lovers
Exceptional mountain dining, ranging from rustic traditional huts to futuristic high-altitude restaurants.
By Type
Full Service
Families
Full Collection
Where to Eat
Crystal Cube
Zwölferkopf summit in Fiss, 2,600m
A futuristic, mirrored glass cube perched on the mountain offering spectacular 360-degree panoramic views and exclusive dining.
Zirbenhütte
North side of Fiss
A beautifully crafted, cozy wood-paneled hut with roaring open fires serving premium regional alpine dishes.
Leithe Wirt
Serfaus, near the valley station
Features its own traditional smokehouse, a magnificent sun terrace, and excellent local Tyrolean specialties.
Monte Mare
Masner Area, 2,430m
High-altitude dining blending hearty alpine ingredients with refined Mediterranean flavors.
Common Questions
The ski season in Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis typically runs Early December to mid-April. The resort averages 5m per season of snowfall, so conditions are usually reliable throughout. The resort is immensely popular during European school holidays in February; expect busy slopes and higher accommodation rates.
Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis offers 214km of pistes with a vertical drop of 1,636m. The terrain spans 214km of meticulously groomed slopes, perfectly suited for confident intermediates seeking endless, wide red cruisers. High-altitude zones like the Masner area provide reliable snow and exciting off-piste powder bowls, while the lower slopes host some of the most extensive and advanced children's learning terrain in the Alps. It forms part of the Tyrolean Oberland ski area.
The ultimate family-friendly ski paradise on a sunny Tyrolean plateau. Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis is a family-friendly resort, known for its distinctive character and atmosphere. Key highlights include family friendly, beginners, intermediates, extensive terrain, snowpark.
Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis receives an average of 5m per season of snowfall. With skiing up to 2,828m, higher altitude terrain holds snow well into spring. Recent snowfall: Excellent mid-winter coverage on the north-facing slopes.
Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis is well-suited for several types of visitors. For families: Unrivaled kids' facilities, dedicated interactive ski areas, and world-class ski schools. For intermediates: 123km of wide, beautifully groomed red runs for endless, fast cruising. For beginners: Massive, innovative learning zones like Kinderschneealm and Berta's Kinderland.
The nearest airport is Innsbruck Airport, about 95km away (approximately 1h 15min by transfer). Regular shuttle buses and private taxis are easily available from Innsbruck and Munich airports directly to the plateau. Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis is also reachable by train via Landeck-Zams. Excellent, frequent Postbus connections run from the valley floor directly to the three resort villages.
Lift passes in Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis are available as Adult Day Pass (EUR 73), Adult 6-Day Pass (EUR 393). Passes often cover the wider Tyrolean Oberland area, giving access to a much larger ski domain. Book ski school, childcare, and popular mountain restaurants months in advance for peak holiday weeks.
Standout dining in Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis includes Crystal Cube (A futuristic, mirrored glass cube perched on the mountain offering spectacular 360-degree panoramic views and exclusive dining.), Zirbenhütte (A beautifully crafted, cozy wood-paneled hut with roaring open fires serving premium regional alpine dishes.), Leithe Wirt (Features its own traditional smokehouse, a magnificent sun terrace, and excellent local Tyrolean specialties.). With 4 recommended restaurants in total, the resort offers an impressive dining scene for a ski destination.
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