Ski holidays in Wagrain

Fun on the slopes in Wagrain

Wagrainis WinterWorld

The youngest ones can look forward to an exciting winter world filled with experiences such as the magic carpet, snake ride, beginner snowpark, dwarf house and much more.

Funslope Wagrain

Funslope Wagrain is a unique combination of boardercross and snowpark elements along a challenging route.

Kidsrun Flachau

Rolling hills, simple obstacles, a tunnel and things to call the little ones await here. Skiing will be a part of the future for children here and something they will want to do again.

The devil’s path

Discover Krampusses, witches and other mythical Pongau characters along the forest trail.

Snowpark Alpendorf

The snowpark is the ultimate spot for freestylers in Snow Space Salzburg, offering the perfect conditions for all levels.

The slopes in Wagrain

Wagrain is the heart of the 120 km ski area, Snow Space, which stretches across five separate valleys. With fast, modern lifts and a wealth of red and blue slopes, there are plenty of options for beginners and advanced skiers alike.

Beginner in Wagrain

The top of the Roten gondola is ideal for beginners. Although it’s a bit out of the center, it’s easy to get here with one of the free ski buses. Everything you need to go from total beginner to mastering turns is here, with easy slopes and an easy way to get to the blue runs through the forest where you can test your new skills.

Easily experienced in Wagrain

Wagrain scores high for intermediate skiers, with a wealth of red and blue runs and fast lifts. Try the steeper, wooded slopes further down the mountain, or take it easy and enjoy the views on the more gentle slopes near the peaks. A challenge that will really work your thigh muscles is the 12 Peaks Challenge. Take on all the peaks in the ski area and claim your finisher’s badge. Find it in their app.

Experts in Wagrain

Although Wagrain doesn’t have many super steep slopes, the terrain is top notch for high speed and lots of carving. The ski area is home to not one, but two World Cup slopes that host professional events every winter.

Snowboarding in Wagrain

The highlight for snowboarders is without a doubt Absolut Park. This is Austria’s largest snowpark, stretching down a 1.5 km slope with over 100 features for everyone from beginners to professional skiers and snowboarders. It’s easy to avoid the drag lifts in the area in general, which is sure to bring a smile to any boarder’s face.

Snow Space Salzburg

Merger of 3 areas: Flachau, Wagrain and St. Johann – Alpendorf

The 3 areas together form what is known as Snow Space Salzburg, a premium ski area located in the heart of Ski amadé and Austria. With 120 kilometers of snow-sure slopes and 45 modern cable car systems, this area has the highest quality and variety of terrain. Snow Space Salzburg is the perfect choice for skiers of all levels and ages.

Shuttle mountain Flachauwinkl-Kleinarl and Zauchensee

If you include the neighboring ski areas Shuttleberg Flachauwinkl-Kleinarl and Skiparadies Zauchensee, you have a total of 210 kilometers of slopes and 70 lifts available. The extended ski area ensures that there is always a slope to suit your level and mood.

Snow conditions in Wagrain

Although Wagrain is not known for the most reliable snow conditions in the Alps, you can expect exceptional skiing on the upper slopes throughout the winter, which are mostly open and receive plenty of snow. They also have the ability to make artificial snow on 85% of the slopes, ensuring that skiing conditions are always good, even during dry periods. For skiers looking for safer snow conditions, there is a high guarantee of snow above 2000 meters.

Restaurants in Wagrain

Wagrain is not only known for its skiing, but also for its fine selection of places to eat. From cozy pubs to restaurants, here’s a guide to the best places to eat in Wagrain.

Bosek’s Salt & Sugar

Bosek’s Salt & Sugar is where burger lovers flock. Their specialty burgers are topped with delicate extras like crispy bacon and spicy chilli relish. If you’re not in the mood for a full meal, treat yourself to a sweet dessert from their menu of cakes and pastries.

Joe’s Pub

Joe’s Pub is the place for hungry skiers. From large fajitas to ribs and plates full of potato wedges. There’s also a bar area where you can enjoy an aperitif or two before diving into the food.

Kogelalm

Located near the top of the Flying Mozart lift, Kogelalm is a lunch spot that offers panoramic mountain views from its large outdoor terrace. From schnitzels to steaming bowls of goulash soup, you can get local specialties from their menu.

Almmonte 96

As part of the 5-star Almmonte hotel, Almmonte serves 96 gourmet dishes that offer a modern take on regional flavors. Choose from seafood and perfectly cooked steaks, or go vegetarian with dishes like truffle tagliatelle.

California

The California restaurant serves the best steaks in town. Although the prices are slightly higher than other places, the quality is definitely worth paying for.

Aprés-ski in Wagrain

After a long day on the slopes, Wagrain is the perfect place to relax or party off the energy and enjoy some drinks. Here are some of the best places to enjoy Aprés-ski.

Apres Ski Wagrain

A casual bar where you can sip a beer or dance along to catchy Europop. There’s not much in the way of late night action, so you can have an Aprés-ski party and then return to your hotel for a proper dinner and a relaxing evening.

Cowshed

Glide right up to the door on your skis and join the festivities at the wildest place in Wagrain at the bottom of the Flying Mozart lift. There’s a DJ to get the party started every day with a playlist of easy-to-sing-along hits and in the late season they even organize snow volleyball tournaments in front of the resort.

Mountain Court Palm

Berghofalm, a frosty lunch spot on the slopes, doubles as an après-ski bar in the afternoon. The atmosphere is relaxed rather than energetic, so it’s the perfect place to cozy up with a hot chocolate or relax with a beer on the terrace.

THE PEOPLE’Z

If you’re downtown, the hotel bar at Wagrainerhof is always a great place for a good drink. Grab a stool at the bar and chat over a few cocktails or catch up on the latest sports on the big screens.

Best hotels in Wagrain

Almmonte Suites Design Hotel

The hotel opened in September 2020. Almmonte Suites Design Hotel is a true marvel among the hotels you will find in Wagrain. This luxury hotel offers free bikes (in summer), free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a terrace.

This 5-star hotel offers room service, concierge service and free WiFi. Popular for hikers and skiers, ski equipment can be rented on site. The hotel also has ski-in/ski-out facilities, a ski room, sauna, swimming pool and a spa and wellness center.

Wagrain Sports Hotel

Next to the Grafenberg gondola is the Sporthotel Wagrain, a beautiful hotel offering a spa with indoor and outdoor pools and 8 saunas.

The spacious guest rooms at Sporthotel Wagrain feature a TV, a large double bed and a sofa bed. A cross-country ski run is just 200 meters from the hotel. The hotel also offers ski-in/ski-out for alpine skiing, a ski room, the possibility to buy ski passes on site, hammam, sauna, swimming pool and a spa and wellness center.

Hotel Adapura Wagrain

Hotel Adapura Wagrain is a 4-star hotel located in Wagrain. The hotel is 100 meters from Grafenberg Express I and 200 meters from Grafenbergbahn.

In the area around Hotel Adapura Wagrain there is a wealth of restaurants and bars, including skiing and cycling (in summer). Hotel facilities include ski-in/ski-out, ski room, possibility to buy the lift pass on site, sauna, swimming pool and a spa and wellness center.

Chalet Dorf Wagrain Alpenleben by AlpenTravel

Chalet Dorf Wagrain Alpenleben by AlpenTravel in Wagrain features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking for guests arriving by car. They also have a sauna.

Hotel facilities include ski-in/ski-out, ski storage, the possibility to buy ski passes on site and a swimming pool.

Airports near to Wagrain

To make your ski holidays as easy as possible, there are several easy transportation options to Wagrain. We recommend a taxi or some alpine transportation if you are 4 people or more. If you’re just 2, you might consider the bus, which takes a little more time but is also a lot cheaper.

Salzburg (SZG) is only an hour away

Munich (MUC), you can expect a travel time of around two hours

Innsbruck (INN), please allow 2.5 hours.