Ski St. Wolfgang Postalm for a vibrant mix of ancient and modern village activities making it a wonderful place for a ski and snowboard holiday. With excellent beginner slopes and only a short ski transfer from Salzburg - a favourite for families.
Where
Located on the famous Lake Wolfgangsee shores, ski St. Wolfgang to be set in a small traditional ski resort set in the idyllic and ancient city of St. Wolgang in the heart of the Austrian Lake District. Known for its authentic Austrian architecture and history it comes with a beautiful winter landscape. Access is via airports including Salzburg, you can also access via rail with transfer / car hire into the resort itself.
Essentials |
Suitable For |
Slopes |
RESORT ALTITUDE : |
540m |
TOTAL PISTE : |
12 km |
LONGEST RUN : |
2 km |
START SEASON : |
December |
END SEASON : |
March |
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OVERALL |
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SKIING |
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BOARDING |
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APRÉS |
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FAMILIES |
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Beginners
0 / 0% |
Intermediates
14 / 88% |
Advanced
2 / 13% |
Experts
0 / 0% |
TOTAL RUNS : |
16 |
SNOW CANNONS : |
2 / 1ha |
SNOW PARKS : |
0 |
CROSS COUNTRY : |
60 km |
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On the slopes
The St. Wolfgang ski resort is one of the smallest in Austria with 12km of pistes that make up 16 slopes which are accessible via nine ski lifts. However, there is an altitude of 1200m at the top of the Postalm alpine plateau which creates some stunning views while gliding down the slopes.
When you ski St. Wolfgang most of the trails and pistes are designed for beginners, which makes it excellent for a gentle ski holiday and for families. Howeverm there is a 30 minute ski bus transfer to the pistes from St Wolfgang. For those looking for more of a thrill as advanced and expert skiers, then the West Dachstein ski area can be accessed from Gosau which is reachable via a shuttle bus in about an hour. Snowboarders are of course welcome, although most slopes are gentle so expert snowboarders may not be satisfied on the simple wide slopes.
Off the slopes
The St. Wolfgang ski resort comes alive off the slopes, with the historical sights of the centre old village that is full of cultural activities. With operetta at night and a magical Advent period this is a favourite tourist location during the Christmas holidays. For those looking for après ski activities there's plenty on offer despite its small size with restaurants, discothèques, concerts, and many local bars and pubs. The nearby Thermal Baths in Bad Ischl appeal to many visitors as well as many outdoor activities that include but are not limited to hot air balloon rides, curling, ice skating, sleigh rides, snowshoeing, hiking, and tobogganing.
WE LIKE
- This is out and out a family ski resort with lots of easy blues and reds with wide pistes
- If you like cross country, there's 60km close to home
- Picturesque setting with a traditional Austrian alpine resort
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WE DON'T LIKE
- Postalm ski area 30 min bus ride & Gosau Ski area 1 hour drive away
- Low altitude means some slush at the bottom when the sun is out and temperatures rise
- Just not enough here for anyone more than an average intermediate
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Tourist Office
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