Couple in front of hut with sledges at the edge of the forest

WINTER ACTIVITIES IN ZAUCHENSEE

Winter Wonderland Zauchensee: Activities for Snow Enthusiasts

Experience fantastic winter days with the whole family at the 4-star superior Hotel Salzburger Hof in Austria. The hotel in Zauchensee is the perfect starting point for your winter vacation with sledding, ice skating, or cross-country skiing, located right by the slopes. Winter fun can start right away.

SKIING IN ZAUCHENSEE

Two skiers on the piste, the valley in the background
Couple in ski clothing with skis over their shoulders in front of a snowy mountain panorama in the evening light
Skier on a ski piste, he is kicking up snow

The 4-star superior Hotel Salzburger Hof is located in the heart of the romantic mountain village of Zauchensee, with the slopes right at your doorstep. This is your entry into the most modern lifts and challenging slopes of the Ski amadé ski area, the largest ski association in Europe. Enjoy an unforgettable ski vacation in the snow-sure Zauchensee – Flachauwinkl ski area, surrounded by mountains. The valley station is already at 1,350 meters, and with the lifts, you can reach heights of up to 2,200 meters.

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LOTS OF SNOW
Three people on sledges on a slope, laughing
Group of people tobogganing down a forest path
EVEN MORE FUN

LET'S HIT THE SLEDDING RUN

Childhood dreams come alive when you enjoy a fun sledding adventure, riding down into the valley on traditional wooden sleds or zipfelbobs. In Altenmarkt – Zauchensee, you can find 4 sledding runs that guarantee lots of fun.

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Ski tourers between huts in a snowy mountain landscape

SKI TOURING & FREERIDE

SNOW PARADISE ZAUCHENSEE IN SALZBURG

Feel the freedom during a ski tour in Zauchensee or while freeride skiing. Here, you can intensely connect with nature and recharge your energy in the mountains. Zauchensee is considered a hidden gem for unique ski tours or a paradise for freeride skiing. The ascent through the landscape is already impressive, and the highlight is a pleasurable descent through the powder snow. Numerous wonderful ski tours start directly from the 4-star superior Hotel Salzburger Hof. An extraordinary type of winter vacation can begin. Secure your room now and experience the white magic of the mountains through ski touring and freeriding. You can also rent ski touring equipment at the surrounding sports shops.

INFOS & ROUTEs IN ZAUCHENSEE

  • Ski tour routes for all skill levels in Altenmarkt and Zauchensee.
  • Ski tours are possible directly from the Salzburger Hof.
  • Equipment rental is available at the sports shops.
  • Zauchensee is the most snow-sure and best off-piste and freeride area in the Ski amadé ski association.
  • 3 marked ski routes: Flachauwinkl, Roßkopf East, Gamskogel East.
  • Marked off-piste routes in the Zauchensee ski area for experienced freeride and powder fans.
  • Guided off-piste tours with avalanche knowledge are offered by ski schools.
  • Avalanche reports: lawine.salzburg.at/
People sitting on the terrace of a mountain hut in a snowy landscape

WINTER &
SNOWSHOE HIKING

ENJOY THE PEACE OF NATURE DURING WINTER HIKING IN ZAUCHENSEE

It's wonderful to feel the crunching snow beneath your feet, let the sun rays warm your face, and enjoy the unspoiled nature in the Salzburg region. The winter wonderland in Austria invites you to go winter hiking or snowshoe hiking while surrounded by the beautiful Salzburg mountain scenery. Here in the Zauchensee region in the Salzburg region, you can experience the snow-covered landscape in its most original form. You can start your winter hike just a few meters from the 4-star superior Hotel Salzburger Hof. Enter the winter hiking trails and snowshoe hiking routes directly from the 4-star hotel and enjoy the winter day with your family or friends. A highlight every week is the guided winter hike in Zauchensee, where local hoteliers will show you their favorite places with snowshoes. Fantastic winter offers await you.

WINTER EXPERIENCE IN ZAUCHENSEE

  • 47 km of groomed winter hiking trails, e.g., the Zauchbachweg from Zauchensee to Altenmarkt.

  • 42 km of marked snowshoe hiking routes with varying difficulty levels, e.g., the Mondpfad in Zauchensee.
  • Guided snowshoe hikes every Wednesday in Zauchensee, with 2 different routes through the romantic forest, led by several guides and a Zauchensee hotelier.
  • At the end of the snowshoe hike, you can enjoy a mulled wine, and the snowshoes for the snowshoe hike in the Salzburg region are provided free of charge.
Two cross-country skiers on a trail in a wintry landscape

CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING IN ALTENMARKT-ZAUCHENSEE

TRAVEL ON THE TRAILS OF THE SALZBURG REGION

Find unity with yourself and nature on the fantastic cross-country skiing network in Altenmarkt – Zauchensee. You can expect a total of 260 kilometers of groomed trails of all difficulty levels: easy and intermediate in Altenmarkt, and more challenging routes in Zauchensee. Those who have experienced the rhythmic rhythm of cross-country skiing know how it benefits the body, mind, and soul. Use the free ski bus to get to Altenmarkt and back to the Salzburger Hof.

CROSS-COUNTRY TRAILS IN ALTENMARKT - ZAUCHENSEE

  • A total of 260 km of interconnected cross-country skiing network for classic and skate-style in Altenmarkt - Zauchensee, Radstadt, Flachau, Wagrain, Eben, and Filzmoos.
  • 1 night cross-country skiing trail and 3 high-altitude trails.
  • Free use of the cross-country trails.
  • Free cross-country skiing trainer: "Flying Coach" (Tuesdays and Thursdays on the practice trail).
  • The Tauernloipe connects 6 locations in the Salzburger Sportwelt.
  • Zauchensee:
    A total of 11 km of groomed cross-country skiing trails (difficult).
    Longest trail: Zauchenseeloipe with 11 km (difficult).
    Altitude: from 842 m to 1,350 m.
  • Altenmarkt:
    A total of 19 km of groomed cross-country skiing trails (10 km intermediate, 9 km easy).
    Longest trail: Tauernloipe with 60 km (intermediate).
    Altitude: from 842 m to 1,100 m.
Father and son play in the indoor pool on pneumatic tyres

THERME AMADÉ

Thermal Bathing and Fun for the Whole Family

Therme Amadé in Altenmarkt features pools and saunas, looping slides, and more. It offers something for everyone, whether you're a thrill-seeker or looking for relaxation. Located about 12 km from Hotel Salzburger Hof in Altenmarkt, you can enjoy various brine and adventure pools, as well as a sauna area.

SPORTS ON ICE IN ALTENMARKT IM PONGAU

ICE SKATING & CURLING

A great way to add some variety to your winter vacation in Zauchensee is a trip to the ice in Altenmarkt. Take your family for some rounds on the glistening natural ice rink in the community park. At the weekly guest curling event, you can get to know the alpine tradition of curling, and the locals will be happy to explain the rules to you.

NATURAL ICE SKATING RINK (300 M2) IN THE COMMUNITY PARK, ALTENMARKT:

Open daily from 3:00 PM (depending on weather and ice conditions).
Special arrangements for groups are possible at +43 664 516 24 81.
Ice skate rental available on-site. 

Group of people ice skating at the ice rink

CURLING, A TRADITIONAL SPORT:

Curling alley of the Altenmarkt – Zauchensee Curling Club open daily from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM (by reservation). Free guest curling every Wednesday from 7:00 PM - Minimum of 10 participants required.

Woman and man curling
Horse-drawn sleigh travelling through a forest

HORSE-DRAWN SLEIGH RIDES & WINTER RIDING

EXPERIENCE THE WINTER WONDERLAND IN A UNIQUE WAY

In the quiet winter landscape, a horse-drawn sleigh with soft bell sounds announces its arrival from a distance. It's a special experience to be wrapped in a warm blanket and driven through Altenmarkt and Zauchensee. Horse enthusiasts have the opportunity to explore the surroundings on winter riding paths while riding high on horseback.

  • Horse-drawn sleigh rides in Altenmarkt.

  • Groomed winter riding paths.
  • Riding lessons available in Altenmarkt, either in the indoor arena or outdoors, guided rides can be arranged on request.
  • We are happy to assist with the organization.