Ski resorts in Styria
From the 4-Mountain Ski Area to small but charming family resorts
Small and family-friendly or internationally renowned: The ski resorts in the green heart of Austria are as varied as the scenic beauty of Styria. Several top ski resorts offer all kinds of extras throughout winter season. They include, for instance, modern snow-making facilities or an app that displays the distance skied and the number of lift rides.
The small and family-friendly ski resorts, on the other hand, are located away from any major hustle and bustle, allowing you to experience the authentic charm of Styria.
One thing is certain: Hardly anywhere else can you find such a wide range of skiing and snowboarding options – from the highest peaks to the fascinating valleys between Planai, Stuhleck and Kreischberg. From culinary delights served in the ski huts and on their sundecks to sports events such as the FIS Alpine Ski and Snowboard World Championships or the annual Night Race in Schladming. High time to discover the ski resorts of Styria and their special charms ...
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FIS World Cup Ski Region Schladming-Dachstein
A paradise for snow fans
Between the peaks of the Schladming Tauern and the Dachstein mountain ranges, or more precisely between the villages of Haus im Ennstal, Schladming-Rohrmoos and Pichl, lies one of Austria's "Top 5 Ski Areas": the Schladming 4-Mountain Ski Area. Europe's most modern snow-making facilities ensure plenty of snow until late spring, and gourmet ski huts serve delicious culinary delights. Other popular ski mountains are Riesneralm and Planneralm, Ramsau am Dachstein ski resort, and Galsterberg.
Winter sports on Kreischberg
If you want to go snowboarding in Styria, Kreischberg is the place to go. In addition to its own Snowboard World Championship arena, the ski resort also boasts Europe's largest halfpipe. This and several other ski resorts – such as Turracher Höhe, Lachtal or Grebenzen – make the holiday region around the historic small town of Murau one of the top addresses for all boarders and freeriders. 14 cable cars and lifts on Kreischberg take them up to an elevation of 2,050 metres.
Is Kreischberg only for snowboarders? Not at all! Skiers will enjoy the wide carving slopes, the speed course or night skiing on a floodlit run.
Skiing between the Ausseerland region, Hochsteiermark and Eastern Styria
Where do relaxed skiing enjoyment and long-standing traditions meet? Around the snow-covered lakes of the Ausseerland in the Salzkammergut region. That's where winter shows itself from its gentle and easy-going side. Both the diverse slopes and the new funparks at the Loser and Tauplitz ski resorts invite you to spend enjoyable hours on skis or a snowboard. Above the tree line and without long waiting times, winter sports enthusiasts can finetune their skills here.
Directly from the hotel onto the slopes and afterwards to an après-ski bar or some other culinary destination? True to the motto "from your bed onto your board", there are countless four-star hotels and alpine huts located next to the ski resorts' ski runs. Another tip for overnight stays: the new alpine hut villages with four-star comfort.
Family winter bliss and sporty challenges for snow fans: This is what the ski resorts of Stuhleck, Präbichl, Mariazeller Bürgeralpe, Niederalpl and Hohe Veitsch around Hochschwab and in the Mürztal valley combine. Seasoned pros get to challenge themselves on downhill runs with a gradient of up to 43 per cent – but even if you prefer your slopes to be not quite as steep, these ski resorts are perfect for you. Many families like to come here for a day trip or holiday.
By the way: Alpine skiing's triumphal success in the entire Alpine region started in Stuhleck more than 120 years ago. Today, four cable cars and chairlifts take skiers and snowboarders up to an altitude of almost 1,800 metres. If you would like to learn more about the history of winter sports, the WinterSportMuseum in Mürzzuschlag is the place to go.
The ski resorts between Salzstiegl and Koralm, located west of Graz, offer leisurely fun on the slopes between Schilcherland and Lipizzanerheimat. For a day trip, a short holiday or a longer stay: Beginners of all ages feel particularly at home here. Après-ski means above all enjoyment – and that's what you'll experience at the rustic wine taverns along the Wine Roads and at the local inns.
The small ski resorts of East Styria are equally as stunning. From the Almenland Nature Park to Joglland and the Wechsel region, a combination of gentle slopes, warm hospitality and beautiful winter scenery impresses holidaymakers. Good to know: With the Oststeiermark WinterCard, you can combine skiing with cross-country skiing at a very reasonable price.
Skiing associations in Styria
Why only ski in one ski area when you can enjoy skiing in several winter sports resorts with one ski pass? Here are the many options in Styria:
- Schladming-Dachstein in Ski amadé: Galsterberg, Hauser Kaibling, Planai, Hochwurzen, Reiteralm, Fageralm und Skiregion Ramsau am Dachstein (and more ski areas in Salzburger Land)
- Schneebärencard: Planneralm, Riesneralm, Tauplitz, Loser and Kaiserau
- Mur-Mürz Top Skipass: Turracher Höhe, Kreischberg, Grebenzen, Lachtal, Krakau, Gaal, Obdach, Kleinlobming, Klippitztörl, Salzstiegl, Präbichl, Brunnalm-Hohe Veitsch, Turnau-Schwabenbergarena, Mariazeller Bürgeralpe and Stuhleck
- Oststeiermark WinterCard: Almblick Ski Lifts, St. Jakob im Walde family ski area, Hochwechsel Lifts, Holzmeisterlift Sommeralm, Pirstingerkogellift Sommeralm, Schneeland Wenigzell, Ski-Waldheimat Hauereck and Teichalm Ski Lifts (plus Joglland and Teichalm cross-country ski areas)
- Styria Joker: With 28 piste peaks and 5 thermal spas, sport and thermal fun is guaranteed in Styria.
Ski even more and save money at the same time: If that's not a good reason for a skiing holiday in Styria!