St. Johann im Pongau ski area
12 Peaks Ski Region
The Snow Space Salzburg ski area stretches across Flachau, Wagrain and St. Johann/Alpendorf and, together with the Flachauwinkl/Zauchensee ski link, forms one of the five largest and most varied ski regions in Austria. As the eastern part of Snow Space Salzburg, St. Johann/Alpendorf offers an ideal starting point for exploring the ski circuit across 12 peaks and 5 valleys, as well as a successful combination of challenging skiing, family-friendly facilities and alpine panoramas.
Skiing & snowboarding in St. Johann
“Ski-in, ski-out” is the motto in St. Johann/Alpendorf, because from all the accommodation in the village, it’s just a few minutes’ walk to the Alpendorf gondola lift, which takes you straight to the skiing fun from A for Alpendorf to Z for Zauchensee. State-of-the-art lifts, wide slopes to suit all abilities, breathtaking views and top-class cuisine are sure to set skiers’ hearts racing here. Together with Flachau and Wagrain, St. Johann/Alpendorf forms the Snow Space Salzburg ski area in the heart of Ski amadé.
Benefits & highlights in the ski area
- The perfect starting point for exploring the 12-Peak ski region, with access to over 210 kilometres of slopes across 12 peaks and 5 valleys
- Skiing with panoramic views: stunning vistas of the Salzburg mountains
- A variety of slopes for every ability level: from wide, sunny family slopes and relaxed leisure runs to challenging runs for sporty skiers
- State-of-the-art cable cars for greater comfort and more time on the slopes
- Freestyle action in the Alpendorf Snow Park
- Enjoyable stops with views: cosy ski huts and mountain restaurants invite you to linger with regional specialities, sun terraces and impressive panoramic views.
- Convenient access by car and train: situated directly on the A10 Tauern motorway and easily accessible by public transport via the St. Johann im Pongau long-distance railway station, with a free ski bus service
Family highlights
at a glance in St. Johann/Alpendorf
Families are in excellent hands in St. Johann/Alpendorf – not only because of the wide range of activities on offer, but also thanks to the highest safety standards. As the first ski resort to feature child safety bars on all cable cars, Snow Space Salzburg ensures a worry-free time on the slopes. What’s more, winter sports fans of all ages will find plenty to enjoy here:
Snowpark Alpendorf – The meeting place for freestylers, featuring a variety of jumps and rails.
Kids Trophy – Attention, little ski stars! Wagraini’s Kids Trophy combines skiing with exciting challenges and fun puzzles across seven stations.
First turns at Hahnbaum – Families with beginner skiers are in good hands at the small but excellent Hahnbaum ski area near the town centre of St. Johann im Pongau. Ski novices feel particularly at ease on these 7 kilometres of easy slopes.
12 Peaks Trophy
Skiing fun across 12 peaks and 5 valleys
The Panorama Link gondola lift – which truly lives up to its name with stunning views of the surrounding mountains – connects the Snow Space Salzburg, Flachauwinkl and Zauchensee ski areas. This gives winter sports enthusiasts access to skiing across 12 peaks, 5 valleys and a total of 210 kilometres of perfectly groomed slopes.
The 12 PEAKS Trophy is one of the region’s highlights and the perfect challenge for anyone wishing to explore the entire ski region. The route takes in 12 peaks, 30 lift rides and 21 runs, covering a total of 46 kilometres of slopes. Anyone who completes the entire route in a single day will be awarded the coveted ‘Black Trophy’. Those who spread the tour out over several days of skiing can look forward to receiving the ‘Red Trophy’.
The starting point for the 12 PEAKS Trophy in St. Johann/Alpendorf is the Alpendorf gondola lift.
Culinary Delights in St. Johann/Alpendorf
In St. Johann/Alpendorf, numerous cosy ski huts and mountain restaurants treat visitors to regional specialities, traditional delicacies and stunning views of the Salzburg mountains. The many top-class hotels in St. Johann/Alpendorf also combine warm hospitality with culinary highlights – from regional cuisine to relaxing wellness and indulgence after an action-packed day’s skiing.
Contact & arrival
to St. Johann / Alpendorf
5600 St. Johann in Salzburg