Ski holidays in Obertauern

The sports centre in Obertauern offers a variety of activities for visitors, including indoor sports facilities, fitness classes, and wellness services. It is conveniently located near the ski lifts, making it an ideal spot for both winter sports enthusiasts and those looking to stay active off the slopes. The centre also features modern equipment and amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all guests.

Snowshoeing in Obertauern offers a magical winter experience for nature lovers. Visitors can explore scenic trails from the Gnadenalm to the Südwiener Hütte and from the Hundsfeld slope to the World Cup slope. These trails are suitable for all ages, making it a perfect activity for families.

Wrapped in warm blankets and surrounded by stunning alpine scenery, you can enjoy a scenic horse drawn sleigh ride through the winding forest trails and open meadows covered in snow, and enjoy the serene beauty of Obertauern. Sleigh rides are available between 11am and 9pm. 

Just outside Obertauern, the popular Gnadenalm toboggan run offers winter fun for all ages. This 1.5km track begins and ends at the cosy Gnadenalm mountain hut, making it easy to enjoy a full day of sledding. The fun doesn’t stop when the sun goes down—the slope is illuminated every evening, so you can toboggan well into the night. For added convenience, a Skidoo toboggan taxi is available to take you and your sled to the top. 

An excursion from Obertauern to Salzburg offers a delightful day trip filled with cultural and historical experiences. The journey takes approximately 2 hours by car or bus, making it easily accessible. In Salzburg, visitors can explore iconic attractions such as Hohenwerfen Castle, the Hallein Salt Mine, and the picturesque town of Sankt Johann im Pongau. This trip provides a perfect blend of scenic beauty and rich heritage, ideal for those looking to enhance their winter holiday with a touch of Austrian culture.

Surrounded by stunning mountain views, the natural ice skating rink at Gnadenalm offers a picturesque setting for skating and curling. Ice skate and curling equipment rentals are available on-site, making it convenient for you to enjoy these winter activities.

Experience the thrill of snow kiting in Obertauern, where the wind propels you across vast snowy fields, offering an exhilarating blend of skiing or snowboarding with kite-powered speed and lift. The Snowkiteschule Obertauern provides courses for all skill levels at its extensive snow kiting area, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced winter sports enthusiasts.

Swap your skis for a snow bike and enjoy whizzing down the pistes. Snow biking uses a specially adapted bike fitted with skis in place of wheels, letting you glide smoothly down snowy slopes. It’s a fun and easy-to-learn activity. The Schischule Koch provides courses, guided tours, and a unique moonlight tour. Book and pay locally.

Experience skiing under the stars on the illuminated Edelweissbahn slope. Every Monday and Thursday from 7pm till 10pm, you can enjoy the stunning night views of Obertauern as you descend the 1.5km floodlit slopes. All lift tickets from the Obertauern and Lungo-Skipool that are valid for minimum of 1 ½ days can be used.