Schneeschuhwandern in Gastein | © Gasteinertal Tourismus GmbH
Schneeschuhwandern in Gastein | © Gasteinertal Tourismus GmbH

Ski amadé

Snowshoeing

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A gentle winter sport at austria's greatest ski paradise

Are you familiar with the following situation? The air is freezing cold, and with every exhale a little cloud forms in front of your face – that’s when winter shows its true colours. A thick blanket of snow covers the mountain pastures and slopes.
The snow gently crunches underneath your feet and the sun is shining from the sky. Perfect conditions for a snowshoe hike after an eventful ski day in the wondrous world of Ski amadé! 

The route network branching out in all directions at the five regions lets you enter a breathtaking alpine setting that will have you in awe. What an amazing alternative to skiing or snowboarding! With snowshoes strapped to your feet, you’ll head out into the powder snow. Because once you’ve put them on, there’s no holding back in the snow! Time to explore the mountains of Styria and the Salzburger Land region step by step. 

Let go, relax and let your mind wander!

Your snowshoe experience in ski amadé

Brain: off; fresh air: in! That’s one of best experiences when ambitious snowshoe hikers wade through pristine natural landscapes. It’s the perfect sport to clear your head and fill your lungs with fresh mountain air. 

A total of five regions can be explored on foot: from the Salzburger Sportwelt to Schladming-Dachstein, Gastein, the Hochkönig and Grossarl Valley. And at every resort, beautiful snowshoe routes await winter sports enthusiasts. 

On the Loosbühelalm  in Grossarl at 1,769 metres above sea level, in Filzmoos, in Flachau or in Gastein: The snowshoe routes are accessible for everyone. You don’t have the right equipment at hand? There are sports rentals  at every village where you can rent your snowshoes.

Schneeschuhwanderung Großarltal  | © Tourismusverband Großarltal

The most beautiful snowshoe routes …

… await you in the Salzburger Sportwelt: Ten routes have snowshoe hikers flocking to the beautiful Salzburger Land region every year. As a participant of a guided tour or on your own: Walking through the powder snow is an absolute highlight either way.

… await you in Schladming-Dachstein: In the Untertal, in the Obertal or towards the Rossfeld: You can hike over the glistening snow cover on the routes along the toboggan runs or cross-country. Your constant companions: the sun and a smile on your face. 

… await you in Gastein: 18 different routes with a total of 60 kilometres: From the Elisabeth Promenade to the mountain station on the Stubnerkogel and the snowshoe trail in Dorfgastein, you can choose from a number of exciting options. 

… await you in the Hochkönig region: The educational snowshoe trail leads winter hikers through a winter wonderland on the Hochkönig – accompanied by a guide. 

… await you in Grossarltal: Equipped with snowshoes and poles, you’ll be hiking past snow-covered trees, bizarre looking rock formations, and you just might see a deer. Tip: Keep your eyes peeled during your hike through nature! 

We serve you quickly and carefully in the cozy parlors and on the sun terrace. Down-to-earth and creative things are served with many products from our region. With us you can enjoy meat, fish, vegan, vegetarian and not to forget our wonderful desserts.
 

Skiing & Wine Enjoyment Week – 11th to 18th March 2023

On Wednesday 15 March 2023, the Burgstallhütte is all about "Wine meets cheese: wines from all over Austria with dessert and cheese" with sommelier Maria Reiter and multiple gold award-winning Kuchl cheese maker Georg Wimmer.
 

Culinary treats with regional delicacies

You should definitely not miss out on the regional dishes of the Burgstallhütte menu.

Located directly next to the ski slope in Alpendorf village, the restaurant "Butz & Stingl" welcomes skiers from lunch time until party time. Relax in the typical Austrian style restaurant or on the sunny patio.

Are you up for some Après-Ski? Than come by after riding your last slope to the valley.

Edelweißbar

Talstation Stubnerkogelbahn, 5640 Bad Gastein

Entspann dich auf unserer großen Sonnenterrasse auf 1.700m Seehöhe oder fühle dich bei Wind und Wetter in unserer gemütlichen Hütte wohl, wenn wir dir am warmen Kachelofen deinen Glühwein, Jagatee oder ein erfrischendes Bier zum Essen servieren. Unsere Küche bietet sowohl heimische wie auch internationale Kost und Schmankerl für den kleinen und großen Hunger.

Mountain restaurant with terrace and umbrella bar directly after the 1st descent from the top station of the cable car Karbachalm. Wonderful view of the Hochkönig.

The cozy Felseralm in the village center offers nice, rustic guest rooms, all-day dining with regional specialties and game dishes as well as ice cream  and desserts.
Furthermore, there is a lovely terrace, ideal for sun worshipers!

Forstau location, tradition and modern hospitality combine to create a harmonious holiday experience.

bei der Absolut Shuttle & am Absolut Park

...in every respect! In summer, the Gabühelhütte is a worthwhile destination for many hikers and mountain bikers and in winter it is a meeting place for skiers, winter hikers and ski tourers, as the rustic hut is only 200 meters below the Gabühelbahn mountain station. We also warmly welcome bus and smaller wedding parties!

You will be spoiled at the Gabühelhütte in the Hochkönig region, especially with Pinzgau specialties, because the "farmer's donuts" made by the landlady Klara are known far beyond the borders. But also a hearty snack, cranberry dumplings, cheese dumplings or a grill plate can be found on the extensive menu.
 

Highest farmer's market in the Alps from 11th to 18th March, 2023

From 11.03. to 18.03.2023 you can taste many delicious products from our local producer, the "Waldangerhof", at the Gabühelhütte and of course you are welcome to buy them.

  • Kaspress dumplings 
  • Farmhouse bread
  • House sausage from the goat
  • Smoked meat from young bull 
  • Felt and knitted things
Nähe Bergstation Galsterbergalmlift

The Gamskogelhütte is one of the cosiest mountain restaurants with self-service in Zauchensee. This is where skiers and snowboarders also connoisseurs who go up with the comfortable 6-seater chairlift Gamskogel and leave again carrying down.

At 1900 m above sea level are waiting not only the large sun terrace and offers panoramic views, but also Pongauer specialties and international cuisine.

Die urige Garnhofhütte liegt auf 1350 m direkt im Herzen von Zauchensee. Als eine der ersten Almhütten steht Sie seit über 200 Jahren mitten in unserem schönen Skigebiet. 

Die Gasselhöh´ Hütte liegt auf 1750m und es gibt sie seit 1973 – und genau so lang kommen Gäste aus Nah und Fern und gehen als Freunde.