St. Johann im Pongau ski area

12 Peaks Ski Region

Snow Space Salzburg stretches across Flachau, Wagrain and St. Johann and, together with the ski link to Flachauwinkl/Zauchensee, forms one of Austria's five largest ski regions. The varied slopes, two World Cup courses, ultra-modern cable cars and renowned freestyle and freeride spots make the area one of the most diverse winter sports destinations in the Alps. St. Johann delights visitors with a winter holiday that perfectly combines cosy huts, varied skiing fun and lively après-ski.

Two ski poles and red skis on freshly groomed ski slope with view of snow-covered alpine landscape | © Snow Space Salzburg Christian Schartner
    Lifts & Slopes
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    Skiing & snowboarding in St. Johann

    St. Johann/Alpendorf in Snow Space Salzburg offers direct access to more than 210 kilometres of slopes in Ski amadé. The varied range of runs combines sporty challenges with pleasure skiing against a stunning Alpine backdrop. A special highlight is the 12 Peaks Trophy, which takes skiers across twelve peaks from St. Johann to Zauchensee. Modern lift facilities ensure fast and comfortable ascents, while perfectly groomed slopes guarantee skiing fun all the way down to the valley.

    Benefits & highlights in the ski area

    • Modern lift facilities – Fast, comfortable lifts with no long waiting times.
    • Perfect for all ability levels – from wide family runs to demanding slopes for pleasure skiers and sporty riders.
    • Top freestyle offer at the Snowpark Alpendorf.
    • Easy to reach thanks to the direct location on the A10 Tauern Motorway (Flachau, Flachauwinkl and Knoten Pongau exits) and St. Johann im Pongau long-distance railway station with ski bus transfer.
    • Access to more than 210 kilometres of slopes in Snow Space Salzburg.
    • Enjoy regional specialities and breathtaking panoramic views at the cosy ski huts.
    Snow-covered piste landscape with views of the surrounding snow-capped mountains and a bright blue sky | © Snow Space Salzburg

    Kids area & family offers

    at a glance in Snow Space Salzburg

    Families are in very good hands in Snow Space Salzburg – not only because of the wide range of offers, but also thanks to the highest safety standards. As the first ski area with child safety bars on all cable cars, it ensures a carefree time on the slopes. Small and grown-up winter sports fans alike will also find plenty to enjoy here:

    Snowpark Alpendorf – The meeting point for freestylers with varied jumps and rails.
    Teufelsroute – An exciting adventure trail through the forest with legendary figures such as Krampuses and witches.
    Wagraini's Winter World – Perfect for your first turns: magic carpet, tubing lane, mini speed check, beginners' snowpark and a cosy dwarf house for breaks.
    Funslope Wagrain – A run full of action with elements from a snowpark and boardercross.
    Kidsrun Flachau – Waves, easy obstacles, a snow tunnel and gates make learning fun.

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    SOKO Funslope Wagrain | © Snow Space Salzburg

    Getting to the ski area

    Hop aboard and come to us!

    Free to the ski area with public transport!

    This season, eco-friendly travel is even easier: With a valid ski pass, you can now enjoy free travel by bus & train from the entire province of Salzburg, including the trolleybus lines in the city of Salzburg.

    • Convenient & free: Relaxed travel to the ski area without searching for a parking space
    • Sustainable skiing: An important contribution to a CO2-neutral ski day
    • Joint initiative by Snow Space Salzburg cable cars, the Salzburg Transport Association & the Province of Salzburg
    Four train seats and in the window you can see a snowy winter landscape

    Wonderful winter holiday in Snow Space Salzburg

    Thanks to the Panorama Link cable car, the ski areas of Snow Space Salzburg, Flachauwinkl and Zauchensee are seamlessly connected and offer winter sports enthusiasts a unique experience with 12 peaks, 5 valleys and 210 kilometres of slopes. Anyone who manages to ski all 12 peaks during their stay can look forward to a special surprise. The access point in St. Johann is the Alpendorf gondola lift.

    The high altitude and state-of-the-art snowmaking technology guarantee excellent slope conditions – even in the early and late season. 70 ultra-modern cable car facilities with comfort extras such as seat and back heating ensure fast ascents and maximum skiing enjoyment.

    On the legendary World Cup slopes in Flachau and Zauchensee, the elite of the women's Ski World Cup meets every year. Freestylers and freeriders find perfect conditions in the Absolut Park in Flachauwinkl and in the Snowpark Alpendorf. Thanks to the direct connection to the rail network and the proximity to three motorway exits, the region is also very easy to reach.

    Snowboarder at Betterpark Alpendorf on rail slide, snowy slope and spectators | © Gert Perauer
    St. Johann – Alpendorf ski area with chairlift, snowy slopes, skiers and mountains
    Perfectly groomed ski slopes at Alpendorf ski area with sun, snow and mountains

    12 Peaks Trophy

    Thanks to the Panorama Link connection cable car, Snow Space Salzburg and the ski areas of Flachauwinkl and Zauchensee are seamlessly linked. Winter sports enthusiasts can enjoy 12 peaks, 5 valleys and 210 kilometres of perfectly groomed slopes. Anyone who manages to ski all 12 peaks during their stay can look forward to an exclusive surprise before departure.

    The starting point of the 12 Peaks Tour in St. Johann is the Alpendorf gondola lift.

    A female skier in a light blue ski suit and a male skier in a grey-red ski suit are standing smiling on a freshly prepared piste | © Snow Space Salzburg

    More information about the St. Johann ski area – Snow Space Salzburg

    Contact & arrival

    to St. Johann / Alpendorf

    Snow Space Salzburg – Alpendorf location
    Adress
    Alpendorf 2
    5600 St. Johann in Salzburg