Ski fun in the Hochkönig ski region

Experience unforgettable family ski holidays in Austria at the Hochkönig ski resort in Salzburg's Alps. Surrounded by the villages of Maria Alm, Dienten and Mühlbach, the region offers more than 120 km of slopes and 34 modern lifts. Discover our current opening hours.

Skiing with kids in Austria is easy at the Hochkönig: families love the practice slopes, snowparks and funslopes for kids, while advanced skiers can enjoy freeride skiing in Austria’s deep snow or test their skills on the Marlies Schild training track. Along the way, cosy alpine huts and chalets invite you to relax and taste authentic Salzburg mountain cuisine.

As part of Ski amadé – Austria’s largest ski network, Hochkönig combines family-friendly and beginner-friendly ski resort services with exciting freeride areas, making it one of the most versatile ski resorts in Salzburg.

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The Hochkönig ski resort in Salzburg offers a wide range of highlights and unforgettable winter moments for families and skiers of all levels. Experience the legendary Königstour with 6 peaks and 35 km of continuous slopes in one day, or find your ultimate adrenaline kick in the snowparks and funslopes.

For families, the Family Run and beginner-friendly slopes guarantee fun and safety for kids, while advanced skiers can enjoy freeride skiing in deep snow.

In between all the sporting activities, cosy ski huts invite you to take a break and enjoy authentic Salzburg cuisine. The unique Culinary Königstour combines skiing with regional culinary delights – a highlight of every ski holiday in Austria.

The natural ski area Hochkeil
At the foot of the mighty Hochkönig, in the snowy alpine region of the Mitterberg, lies the natural snow ski area Hochkeil at an altitude of 1,300 to 1,784 m. Thanks to the Hochkönigsstock mountain as a weather divide and the wind-protected, sunny location, reliable natural snow is guaranteed here – without the need for artificial snowmaking.

Families and nature lovers especially appreciate the quiet atmosphere, wide slopes and child-friendly ski areas. The Hochkeil ski area is the perfect choice for family skiing in Salzburg away from the crowds, offering a sustainable and authentic ski holiday experience in Austria.

Ski area Hinterreit
The small ski area Hinterreit in Maria Alm is the ideal destination for families and beginners. With perfectly groomed slopes and modern lift facilities, it guarantees safe and relaxed skiing fun for the whole family.

As a beginner-friendly ski area in Salzburg, Hinterreit is especially popular with children who want to make their first turns in the snow. At the same time, ski professionals also appreciate the resort – world cup stars like Vincent Kriechmayr and Michael Matt regularly train on the FIS training track here.

Whether you are looking for an easy introduction to skiing or a family-friendly winter holiday in Austria, Hinterreit offers the perfect combination of safety, fun, and tradition.