The best ski resorts in Lower Austria
Lower Austria is the largest federal state in Austria in terms of area. It surrounds Vienna and borders the Czech Republic to the north and Slovakia to the east. Although Lower Austria is not the typical choice for a skiing holiday or winter holiday, it still offers an excellent selection of first-class ski resorts.
If you want to enjoy your time on the slopes away from the hustle and bustle and just ski, this is the place for you. The province is particularly recommended for families with children for their skiing holiday. Discover the best ski resorts in Lower Austria and spend a fun-filled time with a wide range of winter sports options.
Ski holiday in Lower Austria
In Lower Austria, you will find suitable ski resorts for every level of ability. With all the different activities on offer, you are sure to enjoy your winter holiday, even away from the ski slopes.
A winter holiday in Lower Austria's ski resorts is sure to impress, with:
- Regional specialities such as Wachau apricot dumplings, Waldviertel poppy seed noodles or Saumeisen
- Many small family-friendly ski resorts
- Numerous beautiful trails for cross-country skiing and skating
- Ice fishing with expert guidance at the Ottenstein reservoir
- Countless opportunities for winter hiking
- Snowshoeing on the Rax, one of the most popular excursion destinations in Lower Austria
- Sleigh rides and alpaca hikes in the snowy winter landscape
The largest ski resorts in Lower Austria are Hochkar, Ötscher, Unterberg and Gemeindealpe Mitterbach.
The smaller options include Annaberg, Mönichkirchen-Mariensee and Hochbärneck. The latter is particularly family-friendly, as is the Wexl Arena in St. Corona am Wechsel. The Familyskiland there offers many easy slopes and lifts on over 70,000 m².
You can go cross-country skiing and skating on perfectly groomed trails here, for example:
- Nordic Centre St. Aegyd (80 km)
- Gerungser Hochplateau Loipen (70.8 km)
- Gutenbrunn (65 km)
- Bärnkopf (65 km)
- Wechsel-Panoramaloipe (60km)
In total, cross-country skiing fans can look forward to over 800 kilometres of trails in Lower Austria. The first biathlon stand in Lower Austria is located at the Wechsel-Panoramaloipe. There you can try your hand at the laser biathlon. St. Aegyd am Neuwalde also has its own dog trails.
The SPORT 2000 rent ski hire offers cross-country skis and touring skis for hire in addition to skis and snowboards. So if you spontaneously want to hit the trails or enjoy the area on a ski tour, nothing stands in your way.
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Apricots, fruit wine and pure nature: what else is there in Lower Austria?
The Lower Austrian UNESCO World Heritage site of Wachau is famous far beyond the country's borders. Located on the Danube between Melk and Krems, the region boasts beautiful landscapes, rolling hills and a wide range of cultural treasures for visitors to enjoy. The most famous wine-growing region in Austria is also home to the Wachau apricot, a recognised speciality with a protected designation of origin. The Venus of Willendorf was also discovered in the Wachau. It is one of the most important archaeological finds worldwide.
The Mostviertel region is no less impressive in terms of landscape. Delightful hilly countryside south of the Danube meets the Ybbstal Alps with their mountains and alpine pastures, gorges, valleys, waterfalls and dreamlike mountain lakes. Lake Lunz is the coldest and only natural lake in Lower Austria. In winter, it is perfect for ice skating, while in summer it is a popular destination for bathing. While apple cider is usually drunk in many regions, the Mostviertel region is known for its tasty, pure pear ciders.
You can visit rescued bears in the Bärenwald Arbesbach (bear sanctuary) in the district of Zwettl. The sanctuary gives the animals the opportunity to live a species-appropriate life again. The region is also a wonderful place for cross-country skiing. Not far from Arbesbach, in the Lower Austrian town of Ottenschlag, there is another great highlight for your winter holiday: snowkiting! Pulled by a stunt kite, you can ski or snowboard through the enchanting winter landscape.
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Skirental Niederösterreich - Frequently Asked Questions
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What ski resorts are there in Lower Austria?
More than 25 ski resorts in Lower Austria inspire motivated winter sports enthusiasts. In addition to the major regions such as Hochkar, Ötscher, Unterberg, Gemeindealpe Mitterbach or Semmering, there are also many smaller areas that guarantee a relaxing skiing holiday away from the hustle and bustle and crowds. These are also popular with families with children, who want their kids to learn how to ski and snowboard in a pleasant environment.
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How snow-sure is Lower Austria?
Lower Austria boasts many ski resorts with relatively good snow conditions. The most snow-sure resorts include Hochkar, Mönichkirchen-Mariensee, Semmering, Gemeindealpe Mitterbach, the natural snow paradise of Unterberg and Annaberg. Most of the ski resorts also have modern snowmaking equipment, which makes skiing and snowboarding possible even when there is little natural snow.
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When do the ski resorts in Lower Austria open?
Most of the ski resorts in Lower Austria open their doors for skiing, snowboarding and the like at the beginning of December. Depending on the altitude and snow conditions, the season ends in mid to late March.