Ski holidays in Niederau
Classic Tyrolean charm, full of character and unspoilt scenery
- Great value for money
- Unspoilt valley views
- Short transfers from Innsbruck Airport
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Best for
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Cross-country
Snowboard
Niederau at a glance
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- Euro (EUR)
- London Gatwick (LGW), Manchester Int. (MAN), Bristol (BRS), Birmingham Int. (BHX), Edinburgh (EDI)
Travel included to Niederau
Depart on: Saturdays
Fly into: Innsbruck or Salzburg
Innsbruck transfer time: approx. 1 hour 15 mins by coach
Salzburg transfer time: approx. 2 hours by coach
Included in your ski holiday to Niederau
- Free Wildschönau Card, which includes guided winter walks, snowshoeing, entry to local museums and discounts for local attractions and activities
- Free ski bus service in resort
- Short transfer from Innsbruck Airport
- On holiday support and tailored advice from our Destination Experts based in Niederau
- Access to Inghams Digital Resort Guide with things to do, ski highlights and useful information on holiday
- Flights from the UK, accommodation and transfers
Ski & snowboarding information
Best for
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Cross-country
Snowboard
Niederau offers 109km of pistes, 46 lifts, and is ideal for beginners and intermediates in the Ski Juwel area.
Runs
Ski routes mapAdditional Ski Details
- Ski area:
- 113km
- Resort altitude:
- 830m
- Ski Altitude:
- 830m - 2025m
- Lift Ski Lockers:
- No
Beginner skiing in Niederau
Niederau is excellent for beginners as the nursery slopes are directly in the centre of each village.
Intermediate skiing in Niederau
The main skiing takes place in Niederau via the Markbachjoch gondola or the Lanerköpfl chairlift. As the Wildschönau is now interlinked with Alpbach, it is ideal for intermediates with many blue and red runs to choose from.
Advanced skiing in Niederau
Along with four exciting black runs and a couple of mogul fields in the valley, most areas offer several off-piste routes for the adventurous skier.
Snowboarding in Niederau
The wide open, easy slopes are suitable for beginners and intermediates. More experienced boarders will enjoy the three funparks (whole area). The 'Race n Boarder' Arena in Niederau has a permanent race track and offers professional training.
| Lift pass | Days | Season | Adult | Youth 2007-2009 |
Child 2010-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Area pass | 6 | Low | £272 | £218 | £137 |
| High | £302 | £241 | £151 |
Covers Alpbach, Reith, Auffach, Niederau & Oberau.
- Low season: 14 Mar - 30 Apr 26
- High season: 20 Dec 25 - 13 Mar 26
Free child lift pass for children born 2020 or later. Beginners should book in resort for reduced prices.
Prices and supplements are correct at the time of publishing. Up to date prices will be confirmed at the time of booking.
| 6 days | Category |
Adult |
Child 4 - 12 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skis | Blue | £79 | £40 |
| Red | £97 | - | |
| Black | £114 | - | |
| Skis & boots | Blue | £119 | £62 |
| Red | £137 | - | |
| Black | £155 | - | |
| Snowboard & boots* |
Blue | - | £62 |
| Red | £137 | - |
*Child snowboard equipment from 7 years
Levels of equipment
- Blue: ideal for beginners to early intermediates – softer and easier to turn
- Red: suits confident intermediates – more rigid for better stability and control, usually new or one season old
- Black: ideal for strong intermediates and advanced skiers wanting high-performance equipment
Prices and supplements are correct at the time of publishing. Up to date prices will be confirmed at the time of booking.
| Tuition | Days | Times | Adult | Child (5-14yrs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski | 3 | 10am-12am & 1pm-3pm |
£187 | £187 |
| 5 | 10am-12am or 1pm-3pm |
£213 | £213 |
Ski school might be closed on Christmas Day & New Year’s Day
Levels of tuition
- Beginner: never skied before
- Level 1: advanced beginner; can control speed, snowplough and change direction on gentle slopes
- Level 2: low intermediate; snowplough turns and start to ski parallel
- Level 3: good intermediate; parallel turns
- Advanced: fully confident on all slopes and looking to improve technique
Prices and supplements are correct at the time of publishing. Up to date prices will be confirmed at the time of booking.
Where to stay in Niederau
Niederau is the ideal place for those who want to experience the incredible skiing Austria has to offer, without splashing the cash. We have great budget friendly accommodation here all within easy reach of the slopes.
Our accommodations in Niederau
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Hotel Sonnschein
Niederau, The Ski Juwel Area, Austria
Large wellness area Two indoor pools Family friendlySpa & Wellness Family Rooms- Half Board
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Hotel Harfenwirt
Niederau, The Ski Juwel Area, Austria
Central location Ski bus stop nearby Traditional hotelClose to Lifts Bar- Half Board
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Discover Niederau
Wild and beautiful – hence the name of one of the Tyrol’s loveliest and most unspoilt valleys. Even though Innsbruck is just under two hours away it could be a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Niederau, the first and biggest of the the Wildschönau's traditional and charming villages, is ideal for beginners looking to progress from blues and intermediate skiers who want testing runs too. Auffach, at the end of the valley, has some more challenging runs, plus some hidden gems. Niederau, Auffach and Alpbach are linked to form the Ski Juwel Area. The resort is linked with Oberau too, just 3 kilometres away by free ski bus service.
In recent seasons, the Wildschönau has won awards for ‘Best Family Ski Area’ and ‘Friendliest Staff’, as well as one for excellent piste preparation.
Niederau offers a variety of dining options with a focus on Austrian and European cuisine, alongside other international flavours.
The Hexenhäusl is a popular choice in the centre of Niederau close to the Markbachjoch gondola station. The restaurant has a cosy interior and the menu offers everything from brunch to dinner and cocktails.
Bauernkeller Wildschönau offers hearty home cooking with traditional Austrian dishes. The locally sourced ingredients make it a favourite and the rustic interior is a great place to relax.
Glennie's is another popular spot open for brunch, lunch and dinner. The service here is excellent and the food reviews speak for themselves.
Though quieter than some of the big names in Austrian après, Niederau still has a good choice of bars and restaurants on offer.
Bobo's Heustadl Bar is a popular umbrella bar right on the slopes with reasonably priced food and drinks.
O'Malley's Irish Pub brings Irish flair to the Tyrolean mountains. They have a wide selection of drinks as well as regular events and live music. Whether for après-ski or a relaxed evening, this is the place to end the day in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.
Dorf 'n' Stub at Hotel Schneeberger offers a cosy atmosphere with billiards, darts, table football, and a dance floor, making it a popular spot for both guests and locals.
The Cave Bar, open only in winter, combines the vibe of a nightclub, sports bar, and chill-out zone, featuring live music and a unique atmosphere for night owls.
The local museum is open every Wed from 12 - 7pm from late December. Cost approx: €3.80/€5.60 per person
The Art Gallery in Niederau is open daily from 5 - 6.30pm
The night bus (Nightliner) operates Friday and Saturday from 8pm – 3am*.
The resort buses between Niederau, Oberau and Auffach are free with your guest card.
*Buses have limited running times in low season
Travel to Niederau
Travel by air
Flights depart Saturdays to Innsbruck or Salzburg from 20 December 2025 to 21 March 2026.
Transfer time
- Innsbruck airport: approx. 1 hour 15 mins by coach
- Salzburg airport: approx. 2 hours by coach
Private transfers and self drive options are available.
Please be aware transfer times may vary depending on weather conditions and volume of traffic, especially during peak season.
Things to do in Niederau
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