Austria skiing. Ski resorts in Austria. Ski resorts with the most extensive ski area
Zell am See - Kaprun
This is the most popular active center winter holiday among the northern Austrian Alps, on whose territory there are three modern resorts: Kaprun, Zell am See and Piesendorf. For many years it has maintained a leading position in demand among foreign and local tourists who want to relax with quality and taste. Guests will find it difficult to resist taking a walk around the lake surface of the famous Zeller See or not climbing Mount Schmittenhöhe on the latest ski lift, produced by the no less famous Porsche concern. Fans of the most difficult routes should spend time on the Kitzsteihorn glacier, where conditions are ideal for those who appreciate real difficulties. The total length of all slopes is 40 km, and they are served by 20 lifts. For guests just beginning to master skiing, the gentle slopes of Piesendorf, equipped with a rope tow, will be more suitable. Here you can also have fun with snow tubing or find out the possibilities of the illuminated sled track. Connoisseurs of SPA delights will find something to pamper themselves in fashion center Tauern SPA Kaprun, and in the city of Zell am See only the most exciting excursions await you.
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Saalbach - Hinterglemm
Hinterglemm and Saalbach, two picturesque mountain villages, appeared 4 km from each other in the charming Alpine mountain valley of Glemmtal in ancient times. But they joined one of the largest Austrian sports centers called “Ski Circus” relatively recently. The region's trails are not only well-equipped - they are also long and interconnected. This has provided the resort area with rapidly growing popularity and demand among all categories of snow lovers. The resort's tracks are located in the altitude range from 1003 to 2100 meters and guarantee excellent snow cover quality from the first days of December until the end of March. Expert assessments classify the ski capabilities of the slopes of this place as unique and at the same time universal, and confirmation of such assessments was the holding of international competitions here, including world cups.
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Gastein Valley
Located in the state of Salzburg mountain valley Gastein is not only big thermal resort, but also a ski center noted for its long-standing glory. Guests of the resort area will be impressed not only by the non-freezing waterfall cascades or radon adits, but also by the abundance of sources of healing mineral water and high class servicing modern hotel complexes. Connoisseurs of high-quality ski tracks will appreciate the altitude difference from 859 to 2246 meters, as well as tracks that combine length (81 km) and comfort with considerable difficulty. If we add to this the excellent stability of the snow cover and 19 intelligently and well located ski lifts, it is easy to understand the demand for this resort both among novice fans of gentle skiing and among seasoned pros of the snow slopes. Within the valley there are two resorts. Bad Hofgastein is a modern solution for both treatment and ski entertainment. Seven kilometers from it, at an altitude of 1000 meters above sea level, is the sword of fans of classical holidays - Bad Gastein, with stylish buildings of the 18-19 centuries.
Sölden & Otztal
The Otztal Valley is a delightful place wildlife in Tyrol. Thanks to the stable microclimate, the snow cover here lasts for a long time, and suitable conditions for skiing develop already in November. The local landscapes spoil tourists with picturesque diversity, from the breathtaking beauty of glaciers to gently rolling hills of valleys. The most popular places Numerous tourists visit the ancient towns and resorts of the valley, such as Otz, Sölden, Obergurgl, Amhausen, Längenfeld and Hochgurgl. True fans of mountaineering, snowboarding and downhill skiing should definitely visit Sölden, where not only the number of modern slopes is constantly updated, but also traditionally hosts some stages of the World Cup competitions. In search of quality and leisurely relaxation, as well as opportunities to seriously improve your health, you should go to cozy town Lengenfeld, where the modern thermal spa is located. Here they successfully solve problems with circulatory disorders, conduct courses on recovery from fractures and other injuries, and also treat joint diseases. Those who want to be away from the tourist crowds will certainly enjoy the heights of Hochgurgl (2150 m) and Obergurgl (1930 m). The air here is the cleanest, and you can enjoy the silence and stunning scenery endlessly.
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Ischgl & Paznauntal
Ischgl, located in the southwest Tyrolean Paznaun Valley, officially occupies one of the top positions in the ranking of European winter recreation and sports centers. To the leading places among the rest Austrian resorts It was brought out not only by magnificent landscapes and tracks, an abundance of sunny days or the purity of air in the highlands, but also by a well-thought-out infrastructure. An additional bonus is the proximity to the largest Austrian ski area, Silvrette, which includes 78 lifts that serve 320 km of tracks of varying difficulty, and to the Swiss resort area of Samnaun. No less extensive winter and summer opportunities active entertainment The traditionally picturesque Alpine village of See, located in the same Paznaun valley, provides sports and sports pleasures, 17 kilometers from Ischgl. It becomes a great opportunity to enjoy the comfort of restaurants and stylish bars with views of the Austrian Alps, as well as spend time comfortably in the wellness center.
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Bad Ischl
This wonderful city, elevated a thousand meters above sea level, surrounded by a chain of mountain lakes and bathed in wonderful surrounding landscapes, is not only a popular thermal resort area, but also the central point of the Austrian Salzkammergut region - both culturally and geographically. The city is located on the banks of two Alpine rivers - Ischl and Traun, and Salzburg is only 50 km from here. The resort's springs are distinguished by their rare diversity. Among them there are iodine, sulfur, and salt. The latter caused many years of salt mining and the salt mines that remained from it. The popularity of the resort began with research by scientists back in 1823, when a study of the composition of local waters showed their high similarity to sea waters, and due to their higher mineralization, their healing properties were much ahead of sea water.
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Neustift & Stubai
Where do Austrian national ski teams prefer to train? Of course - in the Stubaital Valley, because it even owes its name to the monumental local glacier Stubai is the most massive in the country. When going here, you don’t need to worry about seasonality - the resort area is year-round, and the entire valley is a single ski pass. For the convenience of resort guests, ski buses run everywhere here, allowing you to easily get to any settlement or a lift. The most popular resort in the valley was and remains Neustift, which includes several resort mountain villages in its structure. Its hotel complexes are capable of providing cozy rooms for 6,500 guests, and the number of rooms, in addition to the usual options, includes peasant houses, luxurious five-star hotels, and well-equipped farms. The local infrastructure is also extremely extensive and well thought out: ski schools provide kindergartens, and cozy bars delight with fantastic mountain panoramas. You can choose equipment at rental shops or sports stores, a sports center equipped with outdoor swimming pools will help you stay in shape, and you can relax after exercise in a bowling alley, a sauna, good restaurants, and discos. Its neighbor in the valley, the resort of Fulpmes, is preferred by connoisseurs of cross-country skiing - the conditions here are simply ideal for this. In addition, here you can acquire truly unique items made by blacksmiths using traditional technologies.
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Pitztal
The Pitztal Valley is a modern ski center that has gained its popularity thanks to its unique natural and climatic conditions, which allow you to ski on glaciers from the first days of September and end the season only in May. Every skier will find a convenient route suitable for himself here, because the total length of the slopes is 129 km. and there are trails of all difficulty levels. The ski areas Pitzthaler-Gletscher (elevation difference from 1740 to 3440 m) and Rifflsee (elevation difference from 1680 to 2880 m) have a common ski pass. If you are a holder of a PitzRegioCard ski pass, you can ski wherever you want without any problems, including the Hochzeiger area (altitude difference from 1450 to 2450 m), and use the lifts of the High Imst. Use the shuttle to get anywhere in Pitztal completely free. At the entrance to the valley, near the town of Erzens, there is the most extensive ski area called Hochzeiger. Guests who prefer trails of medium difficulty level can expect as many as 40 km of delightful slopes and modern lift systems. Supporters of freestyle acrobatics, lovers of off-piste skiing and real extreme sports will be able to do their best here, and snowboarders will have a great time in the large snowpark. Athletes will also be pleased with the excellent illuminated toboggan run, which is as much as 6 km long.
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Innsbruck, Igls and surroundings
Eight centuries of Innsbruck's history have turned it into a harmonious combination of an upscale resort area and an amazingly beautiful city, which has become one large museum. It was built at the foot of the mountain slopes of the Karwendel ridge and actually became central point Eastern Alps. Magnificent views of the surrounding area are guaranteed by the Innsbruck mountains - their height exceeds 2.5 km. Near the city there is literally the Olympic mountain Patscherkofel - its slopes became competition grounds for two Winter Olympics - 1964 and 1976. Their legacy was not only the glory of the city, but also the high quality and extensive ski infrastructure world-class, including not only tracks, jumps and skating rinks, but also stadiums. For fans of night skiing, night lighting is launched on the tracks twice a week, and for family vacationers there are tracks oriented towards them and a Sunny Kids Park for kids. An additional bonus of staying in Innsbruck is the proximity to the ski area of another resort area - Studbaai. It is located 20 km from the city and also offers not only a large number of tracks of varying difficulty, but also recreation in several Tyrolean villages located at the very edge of the mountain ranges.
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Bad Kleinkirchheim
The location of the wonderful ski resort area of Bad Kleinkirchheim is the southern Austrian province of Carinthia. Possibilities active recreation on the tracks here the quality increases thanks to the care for the health of guests, which is provided by two large thermal springs and an excellent spa center. It’s rare that after a great ride, anyone refuses to plunge into the comfort of hot radon baths. The ski season starts in Bad Kleinkirchheim in the second half of December and ends only in April. The tracks have a pleasant variety: there are wide slopes for those who have just started skiing, and ultra-professional ones, certified for holding international competitions. Fans of snowboarding are not forgotten either - the 90-meter half-pipe in the local fan park will pleasantly please them. Those who like to ride in the evenings will be able to do this on the illuminated slopes. There are also facilities for those who prefer skating, sledding or cross-country skiing. For the convenience of guests, après ski runs throughout the area from 18:30 to 00:30.
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Mayrhofen & Zillertal
The popularity of the Zillertal Valley for fans of quality winter recreation and a variety of trails is easily explained - the climate here is much milder compared to other resort areas, the total duration of the tracks is 650 km, and for the convenience of skiers they are served by a network of 150 lifts. The resort of Mayrhofen has a double glory: it is extremely popular among young people and is in great demand among our compatriots. It not only has three rather large ski areas, but also the steepest slope in the entire country and the longest cable car. The resort area will also delight you with some exotic features: there is the opportunity to ride on a track specially created on the surface of the Hintertux glacier, which is a 20-minute drive away. In the same 20-minute drive from Mayrhofen, in Fügen, there is another resort area - the famous thermal spa area of Erlebnisterme Zillertal. In addition to thermal baths and saunas, it offers its guests skiing water slide 133 meters long. Travelers who have chosen it speak enthusiastically about excursions around national park"Zillertal Alps", walks along ice cave in the depths of the Hintertux glaciers and a trip to the highest cave in the country - Spannagel. The resort area of Zell am Ziller has the longest ski area in the entire valley, 169 km long, and it is complemented by an exotic track equipped on the Tuxer glacier. In addition, well-equipped places have been created for fans of cross-country skiing, lovers of ice skating or sledding, and for those who prefer hiking. The resort is in demand among snowboarders - not only are there two dozen tracks equipped for them, but also fan parks, and initial skills or advanced snowboarding courses can be taken in specialized schools. The originality of the entertainment layout at the resort will be appreciated by anyone who will notice that the local disco is adjacent to a brewery.
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Wildschönau
The Tyrolean Wildschönau Valley fully lives up to its name, which translates as “valley of pristine beauty.” The structure of this resort area combines four alpine villages, forming a place ideal for a family-style holiday. The local ski area was merged in 2012 with the same area of the Alpbachtal ski resort, forming a new, extensive and well-equipped ski area, Sky Jewel Alpbachtal Wildschönau. The attractiveness of the resort area for its guests is explained not only by the modest price level combined with the high quality level of stay and services, but also by its privacy. The Wildschönau treks are distinguished by their enchanting natural surroundings, breadth and lack of overcrowding. Both young guests and beginners will enjoy it here, and skiers with considerable experience will appreciate the professional-level training area “Race`n Sport Arena”. And Mount Schatzberg and the fun park located on it are a dream for snowboarders: they have quarter pipes, freeride, wave rides, jumps, snake, half pipe and rails at their service. Sledding fans are not forgotten either - they have three tracks and an additional one with lighting at their service. Each ski area is easily accessible thanks to a constant bus service between them, including night services between 20:00 pm and 3:00 am on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Those who wish can master hiking on snowshoes, and relax in the saunas and swimming pools. There is also a cultural program in either of the two museums - mining and wood. And if you go to the nearest town of Wörgl, located half an hour away, you can spend quality time in the Wave sauna world and water park.
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Telfs & Seefeld
The fashionable ski resort of Telfs is located just 40 minutes from Innsbruck, in a cozy picturesque valley. Fans of active recreation will have something to do here besides full-fledged skiing. At your service - a warm indoor swimming pool, a huge sports center with a climbing wall, an excellent ice skating rink, modern sauna, a luxurious bathhouse and a long toboggan run. Nearby, at an altitude of 1200 m, among the picturesque peaks of Wetterstein and Karlwendel, another popular Austrian resort, Seefeld, is located on a plateau, considered the most popular sports center in Tyrol. From here you can easily get to Innsbruck or you can get to Germany and continue the fun at another ski resort - Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
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Millstattersee
The small resort town of Mittersill has a great advantage - only 6 km separates it from the ski area of the famous ski resort area of Zell am See called "Kitzbuecheler Alpen". There are two ways to get there: by ski train departing every hour or by special bus. The ski area is distinguished by an impressive length of tracks of varying difficulty (170 km) and a wonderful fan park. In addition, near the city there are two tracks for those wishing to ride a sleigh, Hollerbach and Neukurchen/Bramberg, and in the city itself there is a wonderful outdoor skating rink.
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Nassfeld
The popular ski resort area of Nassfeld is located in the southernmost Austrian province of Carinthia, very close to the Italian border. It opens its season in early November and ends only in April. The resort is appreciated by those who seek good family vacation: mini clubs, children's ski schools and gardens will be a wonderful and interesting place for learning basic skills, and special zones on the tracks will provide confidence when descending independently. The resort area's tracks, which have a wide range of difficulty levels, stretch for 110 km and are equipped with three dozen modern lifts. If there are fans of extreme sports in the family, they will be able to enjoy the wonderful DayPark, and connoisseurs of the exotic will find the Millennium Express - the longest gondola-type lift in European lands, as well as the longest track with lighting. Skating enthusiasts will enjoy the Pressegger lake skating rink. For those interested, there are playgrounds, a snow park, an outdoor cinema, indoor courts, as well as discos and health centers.
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Kutchburg
The modern ski resort of Katschberg is located at an altitude of 1640 m, in picturesque Carinthia. Thanks to its well-thought-out infrastructure (including the presence of children's lifts), it enjoys the constant love of tourists from many countries around the world. The skiing season starts in November and ends only in March. There are always good conditions for skiing, because the resort has its own artificial snow system. Snowboarders and skiers with an intermediate level of skiing prefer to relax here. Among the 70 tracks there are also “black” ones, and you can have a lot of fun in the “Aineck” fan park. You can continue a well-started day in a noisy bar, a trendy restaurant or a night disco.
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Baden
The ancient town of Baden bei Wien, not far from Vienna, is the most attractive place for those who want to relax in silence and enjoy first-class European service. The magical atmosphere and tranquility here are created by the delightful views of the vineyards and green fields surrounding the resort on all sides. You can come here to relax at any time of the year. You will not be tormented by intense heat in summer or disturbed by cold winds in winter. The climate here is moderate and comfortable. People come to Baden not only for its breathtaking beauty, but also for its priceless mineral springs, known since the reign of Ancient Rome. Emperors dreamed of relaxing here and royalty from all over Europe often spent time here. Baden is deservedly called a prestigious suburb of Vienna and is called the best of thermal centers countries.
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Bad Tatzmannsdorf
Charm natural beauty the federal state of Burgenland, the pleasant cleanliness of the air and the abundance of sunny days, as well as excellent infrastructure and ample entertainment opportunities, have made the spa resort of Bad Tatzmannsdorf an ideal option for anyone who intends to combine wonderful holiday, wonderful culinary delights and improving your health. Vienna is only 116 km from here. Various methods of water treatment have been practiced in these places for several centuries, and the hallmark of the resort has become mineral waters a wide variety of compositions, used both for drinking and bathing. In addition, resort specialists successfully use healing peat mud and thermal springs.
For many years now, ski resorts in Austria have been considered the best in Europe, because at such resorts a ski holiday in this country will fit into any budget! TEZ TOUR guarantees that a ski holiday in Austria in the new 2020 season will bring many good and pleasant surprises, which will make you love this wonderful mountainous country even more.
The main source of income for Austria is, of course, the tourism business. And this is not just like that. After all, every year Austria welcomes its guests with the highest level of comfort and impeccable service. It is worth noting that the quality of tourism infrastructure in this country has reached unprecedented heights. A ski holiday in Austria will be interesting both for experienced skiers who come every year to improve their skills and conquer new peaks of the Alps, and for those who brought their family to learn alpine skiing for the first time.
It has long been known that you need to plan your vacation in advance, and if you are planning a vacation in Austria and want to get many benefits, one of which is booking at a discount, then it was best to start looking for a tour yesterday. After all, the ski resorts of Austria are a real place of pilgrimage for lovers of ski holidays.
Ski holidays in the Alps are not the only thing this country can show you. A real gift for your loved ones will be celebrating the New Year in such a beautiful and fabulous Austria - this includes sleigh rides with your children, ice skating mirror lake And romantic evening with your significant other in a cozy, quiet restaurant.
In Austria there are more than 800 regions intended for skiing and downhill skiing. The most popular can rightfully be considered Sölden, Mayrhofen and Zellam See.
The largest resort in the Tyrolean region, Sölden, has long been called “winter Ibiza”. This is because all the young people in Europe come here to descend from mountains whose heights are above 3000 m. These mountains include Tiefenbachkogel (3309 m), Schwarze Schneide (3340 m) and Gaislachkogel (3058 m).
TEZ TOUR offers ski tours to Mayrhofen - one of the most popular youth resorts in Austria. If you get tired of skiing on the mountain slopes, you can head to the water park with whirlpools and waterfalls. You can simply walk between the fir trees, breathe in the fresh air of the Alpine mountains and gaze at the beautiful landscapes.
If after the mountain slopes you want to continue the evening in a bar and disco room, then TEZ TOUR invites you to visit the ZellamSee ski resort. Next to it there is a glacier with high-speed descents - Kaprun. Nearby is one of the best ski areas in Europe - the village of Ischgl. This is a first-class ski resort with a well-developed ski resort infrastructure.
Nature has given Austria a beautiful mountain landscape - it allows you to ride throughout the country, giving you a complete winter holiday for every taste.
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The most popular ski resorts in Austria:
Land of Tyrol (Ischgl, Serfaus, Sölden, Seefeld, Mayrhofen, Kitzbühel, and others)
Voralberg Land (St. Anton, Lech)
Salburgerland (Saalbach, Zell Am See, Kaprun, Badgastein, Badhofgastein and others)
How to choose a resort?
Gorno ski resorts There are many, and even more so, a lot of hotels in Austria. In order not to make a mistake in choosing the appropriate level of pistes, the availability of thermal pools, apres-ski, or a hotel, it is important to work with a knowledgeable and reliable partner. It is with such partners that we select, specifying all your wishes, a resort, a hotel, and a comfortable flight. We think through every component of your vacation. And in addition to making the right choice, the partner you trust will check the availability of a specific room in a specific hotel, make sure that your check-in is comfortable and smooth, and will always be there if you have any questions during your vacation.
The main advantages of skiing in Austria are a huge selection of trails, modern infrastructure, well-thought-out pricing policy and, of course, the famous Austrian “apres ski”. How to choose the right route for your ski trip to Austria? There are opportunities for winter holidays in Austria at any resort. We hope that our information will help you make the right choice.
Brief overview of ski resorts in Austria:
1. Ski resorts with the most extensive ski area
There will never be a shortage of different trails to choose from. You can choose a new route for yourself every day.
Ischgl - 210 km of pistes
Ziller Valley (Mayrhofen - Zell am Ziller - Hippach) - 624 km of pistes
Region "Arlberg" (St. Anton - Lech - Zürs) - 276 km of pistes
Saalbach-Hinterglemm - 200 km of pistes
2. The highest ski resorts in Austria.
The high altitude of the resort guarantees good snow throughout the season.
Sölden + Obergurgl - Hochgurgl - max. 3250 m
Mayrhofen - max. 3250 m
Kaprun - max. 3030 m
Arlberg (St. Anton, Lech) - max. 2868 m
3. The most youthful and fun ski resorts in Austria.
After skiing, numerous bars and restaurants, night shows and discos, fashion shops and many other entertainment await you. It's always noisy and fun here.
Sölden, Mayrhofen, St. Anton, Ischgl, Saalbach, Kitzbühel, Zell Am See.
4. Resorts for a relaxing and respectable holiday.
Here you will find a calm and measured holiday + excellent skiing.
Obergurgl+Hochgurgl (near Sölden). Family resorts with a relaxed, homely atmosphere.
Lech and Zurs. Lech is more expensive and pretentious, attracting VIP guests and celebrities. Zurs is quieter, calmer and more homely (but no less expensive).
Seefeld. An elegant and inexpensive resort for VIP guests. A favorite vacation spot for the European artistic elite.
Bad Gastein / Bad Hofgastein. Resorts for the respectable public. There are casinos, thermal baths, and restaurants. The atmosphere at the resort is calm and respectable. People come here for health and inspiration.
Hinterglemm (near Saalbach). Calm, family resort.
5. Alpine skiing in Austria, best for children.
Children's ski gardens, amusement parks, mini-clubs, children's schools, and children's discos are waiting for your children.
Serfaus is an ideal option. A specialized resort designed primarily for families with children. Many hotels specialize in family holidays. The resort has 2 huge children's amusement parks and much more.
Sölden, Mayrhofen, Zell am See
6. Austrian mountains, the most popular among snowboarders.
The best conditions for snowboarding: fan parks, slopes, opportunities for freeride and freestyle.
Ischgl (one of the four best European snowboarding areas)
Serfaus, Fiss (according to the Austrian snowboarders themselves, Serfaus is the best in Austria for this sport)
Sölden (the season opens every year with the Snowboard World Cup)
St. Anton (one of the best snowboarding areas in the world)
Goal Am See (considered ideal place for beginner snowboarders)Zillertal Valley (Zell am Ziller, Mayrhofen, Hintertux)
In such places there are many wide and easy trails, which are very convenient for beginners to train on. alpine skiing Oh.
Serfaus, Seefeld, Oberlech, Zell am See, Obergurgl and Hochgurgl, Saalbach
8. Ski resorts in Austria, popular among professionals.
These resorts have many interesting and challenging trails for advanced skiers.
St. Anton, Lech, Ischgl, Innsbruck, Sölden, Mayrhofen, Kitzbühel
9. Austrian resorts with ample opportunities for off-piste skiing:
Hinterglemm, St. Anton / Lech / Zürs, Kitzbühel
10. Ski tours, which combine opportunities for skiing and thermal resorts:
Sölden/Längenfeld (Aqua Dome)
Badgastein, Badhofgastein
11. Resorts with glacier skiing areas.
These resorts offer year-round skiing!
Innsbruck, Mayerhofen, Sölden, Zell Am See
Alpine skiing is Austria's No. 1 sport. New ski slopes and hotels are opened here every year, infrastructure is improved, services are improved, and new air routes are opened. In total there are about 800 skiing regions in Austria. Most of them are located in Tyrol, Salzburg region, Vorarlberg. Less - in Carinthia and Styria. Alpine skiing has been very popular in Austria for a long time.
Ski tours to Austria - these are extensive ski areas and a wide variety of slopes; comfortable and cozy hotels, boarding houses and apartments for every taste and budget and a good price-quality ratio; democratic atmosphere and very varied apres ski.
Alpine skiing tours in Austria are available to you throughout the year, because... the country has 8 year-round ski resorts located on glaciers.
How to get there:
Can be reached by direct charter flights to Salzburg and Innsbruck, as well as on direct regular flights of the airline " Austrian Airlines» from Dnieper and Kyiv. It is also convenient to get to Tyrol from Munich, where there are direct regular flights from Kyiv. Klagenfurt Airport is located 3 km from the capital of Carinthia. You can only fly to this airport with a transfer.
LAND TYROL
This is one of the most interesting mountain regions in the world. The most famous resorts, castles and other attractions are located here. Tyrol is often called the “heart of the Alps”. In Tyrol there are about 600 mountain peaks more than 3000 m high. Five high-mountain glaciers. There are more than 119 ski areas in total. For snowboarders, 32 ski areas in Tyrol have created fun parks with jumps, halfpipes and other obstacles.
Sölden is considered one of the best ski centers Austria. Guaranteed snow cover (2 glaciers). 150 km of varied trails. Excellent opportunities for freeriding. Very good opportunities for snowboarders. Excellent opportunities for après ski. Noisy discos and bars, a large sports center with swimming pools, saunas, jacuzzi, bowling alley. The prices are quite affordable.
Elevation difference - 1377 - 3250 m. / 141 routes - 23 blue, 73 red, 45 black.
Kitzbühel
Cute town with little historical center. Perfect for ski safari lovers and snowboarders. Fashionable party. Casino. Excursions and other sports are offered. Suitable for both young people and athletes, and for families with children.
Elevation difference - 800 - 2000 m. / 327 pistes - 73 blue, 71 red, 23 black.
For many years now, it has rightfully maintained the image of the most prestigious and sought-after resort. It is famous for its slopes, most of which are located above 2000 m, so the season lasts until the beginning of May. Excellent opportunities for both skiers and snowboarders. And also for après ski and shopping. Many fashionable and prestigious bars, restaurants, discos, boutiques of elite brands.
The resort is famous for its rich range of entertainment events. The most interesting part resort life Ischgl begins in the evening after 22.00-23.00 hours and continues until dawn. Particularly popular among resort guests is the Kushtall bar, which offers relaxation right on the street in good weather, and the Trofana Alm cafe. Disco lovers prefer to have fun in hotel nightclubs, such as the Wunderbar in Madlein or the disco bar of the Elisabeth Hotel, where strip shows are held, and the Tene club is considered the most impressive. More accessible entertainment is curling, bowling, hang gliding, horse riding. Works in the city sports complex with saunas and swimming pools. The performances of world-famous “stars”, marking the opening of the ski season, also brought considerable fame to the resort. Ischgl has many shops and boutiques. In addition, it is convenient to travel to the Swiss resort of Samnaun, where duty-free shopping flourishes. Local Duty Free sells tobacco products, alcohol and perfume. When shopping, you should not get too carried away, as customs officers may check overloaded bags and backpacks.
Elevation difference - 1377 - 2864 m. / 200 pistes - 30 blue, 130 red, 40 black.
The total length of the trails is 238 km, the black trails alone are 45 km!
Trofana Royal 5* is a luxury hotel with a huge wellness center, a gourmet restaurant awarded a Michelin star and luxurious rooms. Located 100 m from cable car.
Piz Buin 4*sup. - a very popular hotel thanks to its high quality for reasonable money. The hotel is completely renovated, excellent rooms, large spa complex. Hotel ski in/ski out.
Elisabeth Arthotel 5* is a luxurious hotel with new, magnificent rooms. The hotel is a few meters from the cable cars. The spa complex is located on the top floor with panoramic windows.
Mayrhofen
The most democratic resort. Cheerful, youthful, noisy. The skiing is very interesting and varied. There is a separate area for children and beginners. Guaranteed snow cover on the Hintertux Glacier (20 minutes from Mayerhofen by bus). Holidays here are quite economical. Guests can enjoy not only skiing, but also snowshoeing, rock climbing, and paragliding. Flights to hot air balloon and much more.
Elevation difference - 600 - 2095 m. / 143 pistes - 42 blue, 84 red, 17 black.
Serfaus - Fiss - Ladis
A resort that boasts 100% snow from November to March. What’s interesting is that there are no cars or ski buses at the resort, only sleighs, motorized sleighs, and teams.
Elevation difference - 1200 - 2700 m / 160 pistes - 40 blue, 96 red, 24 black.
Serfaus, who won the status family resort, does not boast as intense a nightlife as other ski resorts in Austria. There are only two discos here - Filou Bar Dancing and Noldis Kellerbar, whose dance floors can accommodate 180 and 100 people respectively. The main entertainment remains night sledding, but every village of Serfaus has excellent conditions for active recreation. Guests can take part in paragliding flights to enjoy the majestic mountain landscapes, an exciting sleigh ride along a track that rises to a height of 500 m and then descends into a valley. In Comperdelle, one of the Serfaus stations, there is a “Take off Center” - a rental point for the most modern equipment. Here you can find everything, even scooters, and for a fee you can learn up to four new sports in one day. The new fan park “Tubing-park” has created excellent conditions for riding scooters and skidoo - snowmobiles on ski-tracks. Not far from “Tubing-park” there is a mini-skidoo park for children from 6 to 16 years old. Once a week, from 6 to 10 p.m., a torch show by Serfaus ski school instructors with fireworks, light and color special effects is organized at Copmerdell; Drinking gluwein contributes to general merriment. The show program includes the “dance of snowcats” - bulky machines for rolling snow.
Hotel Lowe & Bar 4* - a hotel consisting of two buildings - Lowe 4*sup. and Bar 4*. Great family hotel with Alpine style rooms. The hotel has everything for children - a playroom, Hipp baby and canned food, a real water park. For adults - a luxurious spa center, outdoor and indoor heated pools.
Hotel Cervosa 5* - the hotel combines modernity and Tyrolean-Alpine style. Expensive luxury hotel. Gorgeous views of the mountains from all rooms, a huge wellness center, outdoor and indoor pools, a restaurant with gourmet cuisine.
Hotel Alfa 4* - the hotel opened in 2012. Located just a couple of minutes walk from the ski area. Very good standard hotel reasonable price. Nice rooms, spa complex.
This is one of the most popular and famous mountain regions in Austria. It is located on the border of Tyrol and Vorarlberg. There are five resorts in the entire region, united by a ski area and a shared ski pass. Heliskiing is very popular in this region - skiing on virgin soil with a helicopter transfer to the top.
St. Anton
It occupies one of the first places among the elite ski centers of the world. Overall assessment: variety of slopes, their length, excellent ratio of the length of slopes and lifts. In general, skiing here is for experienced and well-prepared people.
Elevation difference - 1304 - 2868 m. / 160 pistes - 40 blue, 80 red, 40 black.
Leh is considered the most fashionable and prestigious in high society. One of the first ski lifts was built here. The tracks rise directly from the hotels. The village has unique look thanks to the grandiose landscape around.
Elevation difference - 1450 - 2453 m / 260 pistes - 100 blue, 100 red, 60 black.
Saalburgerland
There are 25 large ski areas in the region.
Bad Gastein - Bad Hofgastein
Thermal springs + interesting skiing. Suitable for both families and have a relaxing holiday. In addition to skiing, you can take courses of treatment or health improvement.
Elevation difference - 830 - 2686 m. / 201 routes - 60 blue, 117 red, 24 black.
In Bad Hofgastein nightlife proceeds calmly and measuredly, but the resort has acquired the status of an elite and prestigious holiday destination thanks to its healing thermal springs. The Thermal Temple health and wellness center has developed a complex medical procedures aimed at restoring health and relieving fatigue. Wellness programs use minerals, oils and herbs, apply various types baths, treatment with mud and serum, all kinds of rinsing, dousing. Underwater therapy carried out in a thermal pool is especially effective for diseases of the musculoskeletal system. In Bad Hofgastein there are apres-ski restaurants on the mountain tops, and in the big entertainment center, located at Stubenkogel station, you can find an alternative winter fun. Guests can enjoy playgrounds, children's cinemas, a children's playroom and computers. There are also kindergartens.
Recommended hotels:
Norica Therme 4* (Bad Hofgastein) - a hotel with an underground passage directly to the thermal baths, through which hotel guests can go directly to the thermal pools in their bathrobes. The ski lift is 400 meters away. Cozy rooms, excellent cuisine.
Osterreichischer 4* (Bad Hofgastein) is a small, cozy hotel. The rooms are decorated in warm colors. There is also a covered passage to the thermal baths. Like everywhere else, there is a spa complex.
Das Alpenhaus Gastein 4* (Bad Hofgastein) is an Alpine-style hotel after recent renovation. Tasty and healthy food is the pride of the hotel. The thermal complex is 300 meters away, the ski lift is 500 meters away, a ski bus runs.
Goal Am See - Kaprun
A town with its own history. There is a variety of skiing for skiers of all skill levels. Very fun. Many discos/bars, restaurants with varied cuisine. Thanks to the developed railway connection, you can visit many attractions located in the region. The goal of Am See can be called economical.
Elevation difference - 760 - 2000 m. / 75 trails - 25 blue, 25 red, 25 black.
This is one of the largest mountain regions in Austria. The skiing in the region is simply wonderful. The network of lifts is well thought out. There are ski and snowboard schools for both children and adults. A very noisy and fun après ski, often until late at night. Good conditions for snowboard lovers.
Elevation difference - 1000 - 2100 m. / 200 pistes - 15 blue, 95 red, 90 black.
Very interesting après-ski of Saalbach. Young people have fun until the morning in discos, bars and restaurants with live music, and Austrian national shows are popular among tourists of all ages. Guests can enjoy cozy alpine huts, horse-drawn sleigh rides, sports centers with swimming pools and saunas, and a bowling alley.
Hinterglemm has indoor tennis courts, an indoor swimming pool and an ice skating rink. As part of the annual Russian Ski Weeks program, Hinterglemm hosts many events for Russian tourists, including noisy folk festivals. The party club "Avalanche" and the more reputable club "Classic" are always happy to welcome guests - lovers of evening entertainment.
The resort of Sölden is known for its lively and noisy atmosphere after a day of skiing. It offers numerous apres-ski establishments and 23 cozy mountain huts. Eight discos in Sölden, 26 bars and pubs invite you to have fun and dance until dawn. For fans of active daytime recreation, there are sled and cross-country ski slopes, tennis courts, ice skating rinks, and a sports center with a swimming pool, sauna and solarium. Horseback riding, snowmobile riding, and snowshoe hiking are possible. There is a cinema.
The resorts of Obergurgl and Hochgurgl are quiet and peaceful at night. For late-night lovers, only the Nederhuette restaurant and the Edelweiss hotel bar are open. Those who want to listen to Tyrolean singing (yodeling) should visit the “KrumpnStadl” at the Austria Hotel and the “Hexenkuch"l” at the Jenewein Hotel. The main apres-ski entertainment is ice skating and swimming in the indoor pool.
AUSTRIAN CUISINE
Surely, when you hear the word “Austria” you will immediately think of Vienna, the waltz, and, of course, the delicious Viennese apple strudel, because Viennese pastries are some of the most luxurious in the world.
About Austrian cuisine, first of all, it should be said that it is very traditional, in the sense of its regionality. Tyrolean cuisine has a strong Italian influence, while Salzburg has German influence; but in general there is a lot in common with the cuisines of Eastern Europe (the imperial past, after all): with Hungary, the Czech Republic and Slovenia. And also with Turkey. This is due to long-term military conflicts. In particular, the famous strudel (or strudel - an apple roll made from very thin dough) is of Turkish origin, as is the Viennese coffee culture (Kaffehaus). The influence of other countries is visible even in the names: Salzburg dumplings, Viennese strudel, Linzer torte, Burgenland kripfels, etc.
Today, Austrian cuisine remains one of the few that necessarily includes first courses in the lunch menu. And for the second - meat again, most often beef or pork. The Austrians themselves, in order to introduce their cuisine, recommend trying boiled beef in the old style, Beuschel - a delicacy from the heart and lungs of domestic animals, Kuttelgrostel - tripe and Buchteln - pies with filling. And of course goulash (for example, from Jerusalem artichoke), perhaps the most popular dish in Austria. Instead of seasonings and spices, they prefer onion rings fried in oil.
Due to the distance from the sea, fish is not very popular, except for river fish. But carp is a must at Christmas. And the tourist gastronomic clichés are, of course, Wiener schnitzel, Sachertorte and Austrian beer.
Here you can ski until you lose all strength, without ever repeating the same descent in one day, there are slopes of different difficulty levels, and after-ski parties for every taste and budget. None of the resorts is like the other; each has its own characteristics, its own charm and charm. We present to you the ten largest ski resorts in Austria for the 2013/2014 season.
The ski resort of Mayrhofen, so beloved and popular among Russian tourists, fully offers action & fun: the famous après-ski at Brück´n Stadl, where four glasses of beer will be poured in a record 11 seconds, and discos at Snowbombing. If we consider only the ski area above Mayrhofen, then in terms of its size and length of slopes it will take 10th place in Austria. Meanwhile, the elevation difference here is the largest in the top ten: the tracks are located between 620 m and 2,250 m above sea level. The length of the slopes prepared by snowcats is 133 km - from the simplest “blue” to the legendary “anthracite-black” Harakiri, the steepest slope in Austria, the slope of which reaches 78%. Anyone who has descended Harakiri is happy to buy a T-shirt in the nearest store with the inscription “I survived Harakiri”.
Mayrhofen
Facts:
– length of tracks: 133 km;
– the resort will appeal to après-ski fans, outdoor enthusiasts and extreme sports enthusiasts.
Peculiarities:
– the steepest track in Austria and a 10-kilometer descent into the valley;
– new high-speed chairlifts with wind canopies and heated seats;
– VansPenkenPark in Mayrhofen;
– après-ski until 2 am.
Naked numbers:
– elevation difference - 1,880 m;
– especially for those who go to the mountain early in the morning: on certain days the lifts start working at seven in the morning.
How to get there:
By car: Autobahn A12, turn towards Zillertal, 30 km on B169 to Mayrhofen.
By train: any international train with a stop in Jenbach, where you need to change to the Zillertal train, which will take you to Mayrhofen for €7.
The most important thing about Sölden is guaranteed snow. Of all the ten largest ski regions in Austria, the ski area in Sölden is the highest - up to 3,330 m above sea level. However, going down won't cause any problems either - the snow cannons will take care of that. Some trails end right at the après ski bars - you can relax after skiing in Sölden until the morning.
Facts:
– length of tracks: 150 km;
– ski pass cost: €48 per day;
– the resort will appeal to fans of noisy après-ski.
Peculiarities:
– guarantee of snow from October to May;
– après-ski parties at the Fire and Ice bar until 3 am;
– Alpine skiing World Cup track on the Rettenbach glacier, tracks with speed measurement and automatic video recording;
– Hannibal Show on the Rettenbach Glacier in April.
Naked numbers:
– one 3S lift (with three supporting cables), 7 gondola lifts, 16 chair lifts and 9 drag lifts;
– 80% of easy and medium difficulty trails;
– 28 km of “black” slopes and a 2-kilometer ski route.
How to get there:
By car: turn off the A12 motorway at the sign for Ötztal, 35 km along the B186 to Sölden.
By train: You will have to make a lot of transfers to get to Ötztal station. Departures from the station every hour regular bus, the journey to Sölden takes 90 minutes.
Kitzbühel is one of the legendary and famous ski resorts in the Alps. This year marks the 120th anniversary of the first ski descent from the top of the Kitzbüheler Horn. No less legendary are the races from Hahnenkamm - the Alpine Ski World Cup competitions on the Streif downhill course, one of the most difficult and dangerous. Kitzbühel is only 125 km from international airport in Munich and 80 km from Salzburg Airport. The network of pistes and lifts on the surrounding slopes starts at an altitude of about 2,000 m above sea level.
Kitzbühel
Facts:
– length of tracks: 170 km;
– ski pass cost: €47 per day;
– the resort is most suitable for good skiers and food lovers.
Peculiarities:
– in January, during the World Cup stage (from January 21 to 26, 2014), not only the elite of alpine skiing meets here, but also the cream of society, and not only Austrian;
– Streif downhill track with a maximum slope of 85%;
– many après-ski points, as well as gourmet restaurants;
– for lovers of ski touring and off-piste skiing - 230 km² of Kitzbühel mountain space.
Naked numbers:
– 51 lifts;
– 32 km of marked but not prepared slopes (ski-route).
How to get there:
By car: Autobahn A8 in the direction of Salzburg, turn towards Kufstein, exit the autobahn at the Kufstein Süd sign, highway B178 in the direction of St. Johann in Tirol, highway B161 towards Kitzbühel. From Munich - 2 hours, from Salzburg - 1 hour 40 minutes.
By train: a couple of transfers from Munich, the lower station of the Hahnenkamm cable car is three minutes from the station.
Sports, shows, après-ski parties, concerts of world pop-rock celebrities: the most interesting thing in Ischgl will, of course, be for young people. A huge expanse of sunny slopes, a wide network of prepared trails and endless opportunities for freeride.
Facts:
– length of tracks: 238 km;
– ski pass cost: €43.50 per day in high season.
Peculiarities:
– concerts of world rock stars;
– snow parks and mountain huts next to the slopes;
– good opportunities for freeride and guarantee of snow throughout the season.
Naked numbers:
– highest point the resort is located at an altitude of 2,872 m;
– 43 lifts;
– 16% of the tracks are “blue”, 65% “red” and 19% “black”.
How to get there:
By car: from Innsbruck along the Arlbergstrasse, turn at the sign for Pians, then 20 km along Silvrettastrasse B188 in the direction of Ischgl.
Brixental
1. Wilder Kaiser/Brixental
And finally, the largest ski area in Austria - ski world Wilder Kaiser/Brixental. In terms of the total length of prepared trails, this region ranks 9th in Europe. It is unlikely that anyone is able to travel around all 279 km of Brixental slopes in one day. Despite the relatively low altitudes, it’s still worth going here - especially since it’s one of the best in terms of transport accessibility resorts in the Alps.
Facts:
– length of tracks: 279 km;
– ski pass cost: €44 euros per day in high season;
– the resort is ideal for fans of so-called cruise skiing, snowboarders and those who haven’t skied all day.
Peculiarities:
– the largest day and night ski area in Austria;
– 48% of “blue” slopes and only 6% of “black” slopes;
– perfect resort for snowboarders - there are practically no long gentle slopes and flat traverses here, but there are several snow parks.
Naked numbers:
– 91 cable cars;
– more than 70 mountain restaurants, cafes and après-ski bars;
– Alpeniglu® Dorf - igloo village with igloo restaurant, bar, ice sculpture exhibition and ice chapel;
– three fan parks, one track with video recording, SkiWelt Chill Areas with free Internet access;
– three night sled runs (until 2 a.m.);
– The 13-kilometer illuminated ski track is the longest in Austria.
How to get there:
By car: from Munich on the autobahn through Rosenheim, turn to Kufstein Süd or Wörgl Ost, then almost all SkiWelt centers are accessible along the new highway.
By train: the nearest station is in Hopfgarten. You can get here in one night, for example, from Northern Germany on the Schnee-Express. From Munich or Vienna - take EuroCity trains to Wörgl, change to local railway, which will take you to the lower cable car station in Hopfgarten in 10 minutes.
They open their doors to millions of tourists from November to April, and on the top of the Alpine glaciers you can enjoy excellent skiing at any time of the year. The main ski area is located in the southwestern part of the country, in federal states Carinthia, Salzburg, Tyrol and Vorarlberg. Austrian ski centers known throughout the world for the excellent quality of the trails, modern infrastructure, excellent service and a huge selection of entertainment for every taste. The mesmerizing landscapes of mountain lakes, snowy slopes covered with fir trees and Tyrolean village houses give a special charm to winter holidays in Austria. You can get acquainted with the best Austrian ski resorts by reading our article.
1. St. Anton (Vorarlberg)
St. Anton is rightfully one of the best ski resorts in Austria. This modern resort, with rich traditions and excellent infrastructure, is called the cradle of Austrian skiing - it was here that the first ski club in the Alps was opened at the very beginning of the 20th century. A holiday in St. Anton will bring true pleasure to experienced skiers and adrenaline junkies: the slopes here are interesting and quite challenging. The total length of St. Anton's routes is more than 300 km, most of them have a high level of difficulty. By the way, the longest 10-kilometer track in the Arlberg is also located in St. Anton. In addition, the resort has excellent opportunities for freeride thanks to spacious and steep slopes and excellent snow cover. Fans of active pastime after skiing will be pleased with the St. Anton ski resort with a huge selection of restaurants and noisy nightclubs.
2. Lech (Vorarlberg)
The ski resort of Lech is a real paradise for connoisseurs of luxury hotels, excellent restaurants, gourmet Austrian cuisine and, of course, beautiful slopes. Lech has long been favorite place winter holiday for European aristocrats, world celebrities and crowned heads. You definitely won’t be able to save money on your vacation here, but in return for the money spent, you will be able to enjoy the highest level of service and a huge variety of services offered. Of the 300 km of ski routes in Lech, slopes of medium difficulty level predominate. There are many convenient trails with a slight slope, suitable for lovers of leisurely and comfortable skiing. Skiers with impeccable physical fitness will certainly enjoy heli-skiing - off-piste descents with delivery to the top by helicopter. Lech is the only Austrian resort where this rare and exciting type of skiing is officially permitted. In addition, Lech and St. Anton are united by a common ski pass, which allows you to enjoy extreme skiing on the slopes of the neighboring resort.
3. Mayrhofen (Tyrol)
Mayrhofen is one of the most famous Austrian ski resorts. Its undeniable advantages are a large skiing area with a total length of more than 150 km, impeccable pistes of medium difficulty, affordable prices and lively nightlife. The resort of Mayrhofen is extremely popular among the European public, so it is not surprising that in the high season its slopes are often overloaded, and there are long queues at the lifts. The Hintertux glacier has excellent opportunities for skiing, the peak of which is at 3250 m. The snow cover here lasts all year round, making skiing on the upper zone of the glacier possible both in winter and summer. And finally, the main highlight of Mayrhofen is the most dangerous track in Austria with the eloquent name “Harakiri”: its incredibly steep gradient reaches 78%.
4. Sölden (Tyrol)
The ski resort of Sölden has become well known for its lively atmosphere and wide range of recreational opportunities. There are various accommodation options from budget hotels to luxury hotels. A huge number of restaurants, bars, discos and nightclubs makes a holiday in Sölden especially attractive for lovers of wild après ski: the noisiest and most incendiary parties in Tyrol take place here. As for skiing, among 150 km of first-class ski slopes everyone, from beginner to professional, will find a route according to their preferences. And thanks to the fact that the top of the Sölden glacier is covered with snow all year round, the ski season here begins earlier than usual, and the most impatient skiers come here already in October.
5. Ischgl (Tyrol)
The small mountain village of Ischgl has firmly established its reputation as the most expensive and most prestigious ski resort in Austria. From the end of October to the beginning of May, Ischgl turns into a place of a huge glamorous party, where, according to tradition, all Austrian bohemians gather to “see people and show themselves off”, and at the same time (as a pleasant addition to the holiday) to go skiing. The annual opening of the ski season in Ischgl is a grandiose show: in different years, Elton John, Tina Turner, Sting, Rihanna and other legendary world-famous performers took part in it. The quality of the trails and infrastructure here is, of course, at the highest level. The total length of the trails exceeds 200 km, most of them are quite difficult. The resort has all the conditions for extreme skiing, freeride and carving, and the famous local snowboard park is considered one of the best in Europe.
6. Zell am See (Salzburg)
The picturesque town of Zell am See, located on the shores of the mountain lake Zell, is rightfully one of the most beautiful ski resorts in Austria. With impeccably groomed pistes and the latest infrastructure, it has retained its unique natural charm. Zell am See, together with the high-mountain Kaprun glacier, form a single ski area with a total length of pistes of about 140 km, and the season on the glacier lasts all year round. Zell am See offers its guests a huge selection of opportunities for active pastime: alpine and classic skiing, snowboarding, sledding and skating, horse riding, sailing on the ice of Lake Zell, mountaineering, paragliding and parachute jumping. The health benefits of the resort are complemented by its excellent ecology, fresh mountain air and the presence of healing mineral springs.
7. Bad Gastein (Salzburg)
The expensive and prestigious Austrian ski resort of Bad Gastein is known primarily as a spa resort: back in the 19th century, European intelligentsia came here to improve their health “on the waters.” Thanks to the healing mountain air and numerous thermal springs, Bad Gastein is often called the “Alpine Monte Carlo”. The unique flavor of the town is given by ancient architectural ensembles, a picturesque waterfall in the heart of the resort, elite spa complexes, as well as the oldest mountain casino. For ski lovers, Bad Gastein offers about 200 km of impeccable pistes, most of which are ideal for relaxed, comfortable skiing. There are few difficult trails here, but there are several for beginners ski schools, including children's. As for the après-ski holiday, it certainly cannot be called hectic and lively: in the territory of aristocratic Bad Gastein, the most popular entertainment after skiing is leisurely walks along the mountain paths or a visit to the spa.
8. Obertauern (Salzburg)
Obertauern rightfully enjoys the reputation of being the most snow resort For ski holiday in Austria. Skiing here is organized at an altitude of 1700 to 2300 m, so natural snow is always guaranteed on the upper sections of the slopes, and at the bottom there is a modern artificial snow cover support system. Of the 100 km of ski routes, more than half are blue slopes, designed for average skiers. There are interesting red trails with an increased level of difficulty. For lovers of extreme skiing, Obertauern can offer only 4 black slopes, but thanks to the abundant snow, there are excellent opportunities for freeride. This resort is not yet very well known to the Russian public, although it certainly deserves closer attention: it has the most modern hotel stock in Austria and excellent opportunities for après ski: many bars, restaurants and several nightclubs.
9. Nassfeld (Carinthia)
Nassfeld is another good ski resort in Austria, undeservedly deprived of the attention of Russian tourists. Therefore, if you prefer a holiday in Europe among Europeans, Nassfeld will be for you excellent option. Among the main advantages of the Nassfeld resort are a guaranteed abundance of snow, excellent quality of slopes and a very convenient location of hotels and apartments, allowing you to ski, as they say, “from your doorstep”. The Nassfeld slopes, with a total length of about 100 km, have enough space for both beginners and professionals. Interestingly, it is in Nassfeld that the longest gondola lift in the Alps operates, delivering skiers to the beginning of the slopes over a distance of more than 6 km. Another highlight of the resort is mountain lake Presegger, which after freezing turns into a huge natural ice skating rink.
10. Serfaus – Fiss – Ladis (Tirol)
The ski resorts of Serfaus, Fiss and Ladis, united by a common 200-kilometer piste area, are an excellent option for an active family holiday in Austria. There are excellent conditions for intermediate skiers and children's skiing. At the Serfaus resort, everything is thought out to the smallest detail for the most comfortable holiday with children: the famous mountain kindergarten with exciting animation programs, children's restaurants, a puppet theater, a children's ski school, snow towns and even lifts specially adapted for loading strollers. One more unique feature resort - the only silent metro of its kind, consisting of one line and four stations, and transporting vacationers from the resort center to the ski lifts completely free of charge.
