Winter Activities
The Lungau Valley
As soon as the first snowflakes fall, the Lungau Valley transforms into a true winter wonderland. The snow-covered valley offers countless winter sports opportunities and is home to four different ski resorts with around 300 km of slopes in total, including extensive off-piste options. All areas are family-friendly and offer something for every age group.
Depending on snow conditions and time of year, cross-country skiers can enjoy over 200 km of perfectly groomed trails. Ski touring is also very popular, either independently or with a guide. Other winter activities in the region include ice skating, tobogganing and snowshoe hiking.
Nearest ski resorts at a glance:
- Grosseck-Speiereck (2,214 m – 50 km of slopes): 5 minutes by car
- Katschberg-Aineck (2,220 m – 80 km of slopes): 8 minutes by car
- Fanningberg (2,150 m – 24 km of slopes): 20 minutes by car
- Obertauern (2,313 m – 100 km of slopes): 28 minutes by car
- Petersbründl (1,240 m – 1 km of slopes): 3 minutes by car
Grosseck-Speiereck
This ski area offers perfectly groomed slopes up to 2,400 metres above sea level. It is highly family-friendly and provides excellent facilities and service. Highlights include the 9 km valley run to St. Michael (1,350 m vertical drop), night skiing, airboarding, toboggan runs, summit hiking routes, a ski kindergarten, indoor play area and a snow park.
Katschberg-Aineck
Located on the border between Carinthia and Salzburg, this snow-sure resort features 16 lifts and around 70–80 km of slopes. Runs range from family-friendly to highly challenging. Attractions include the 6 km A1 descent, a halfpipe, night skiing, a 1.5 km illuminated toboggan run and excellent freeride and ski touring opportunities.
Fanningberg
A family-focused ski area above Mariapfarr offering around 30 km of wide slopes, off-piste areas, race training facilities, a children’s park and a weekly 8.5 km illuminated toboggan run.
Obertauern
Often referred to as Austria’s “Snow Bowl”, Obertauern enjoys excellent snow conditions from November to May. The famous Tauernrunde connects all 26 lifts, allowing you to ski the entire 100 km area clockwise or anti-clockwise and return to your starting point – a unique Alpine experience.
Cross-country Skiing
Cross-country skiing is one of Lungau’s most popular winter sports. Over 150 km of valley trails allow you to escape the crowds and enjoy crisp mountain air. High-altitude trails ensure snow reliability well into spring, and around 80 km of dedicated skating tracks are also available.
Winter Hiking
Lungau’s winter landscape has a special charm. A well-marked network of trails leads through snow-covered fields and forests. Whether winter walking, Nordic walking or snowshoe hiking, it’s the perfect way to unwind and recharge.
Tobogganing
Special toboggan runs can be found throughout the valley, ranging from short 200-metre tracks to the impressive 8.5 km Gamsstadl run at Fanningberg. Equipment rental and mountain huts are available at most locations. Night tobogganing on illuminated tracks is especially popular – a true family adventure.
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