Skiing

Natural snow slopes glistening in the sunlight, wide-open views of the 3,000-meter peaks of the Hohe Tauern National Park, and a warmth you feel instantly: The Rauriser Hochalmbahnen ski area is one of the most beautiful and pleasantly manageable ski resorts in the Austrian Alps. While skiing in Rauris, you enjoy peaceful, spacious slopes with plenty of room to carve your best turns—a winter experience just as it should be.

At the 4-star superior Hotel Rauriserhof, you stay right in the heart of the action: the valley station of the Kreuzboden lift is just a few minutes’ walk away, and the free ski bus to the Hochalmbahn stops right outside our front door.

Why a Ski Holiday in the Rauris Valley Feels So Good

The Rauris Valley in Salzburg Land is a wonderful insider tip for anyone who values relaxed days on the slopes and authentic hospitality during a ski holiday in the Rauris Valley. Here you will find time to breathe, room to ski, and a landscape that simply makes you happy.

• Manageable & Snow-Reliable: 32 perfectly groomed slope kilometers reaching up to 2,175 meters above sea level provide reliable conditions from December right into spring.
• Pleasantly Relaxed: 10 modern lifts—including the Gipfelbahn and Waldalmbahn—bring you up the mountain quickly and comfortably, leaving more time for actual skiing.
• Space & Safety: Wide, tree-free basins and slopes offer wonderful clarity and a true sense of freedom on every run.

A tip from your hosts, the Rießlegger-Mayr Family:
“Anyone looking for skiing in its purest form will fall in love with Rauris. Here, rustic huts serving local Salzburg delicacies await you, along with slopes where you still have room to carve long, wide turns. That is precisely why our guests love this valley—and so do we.”

Highlights & POIs in the Rauriser Hochalmbahnen Ski Area

Whether taking your first turns, returning to the sport, or seeking a sporting challenge—the ski resort in Salzburg Land offers the right experience for every skill level:

• Gipfelbahn Rauris: Takes you up to 2,175 m above sea level with impressive panoramic views of the Hohendurchstieg and the Sonnblick peak (3,106 m). A dream destination for panorama lovers and pleasure skiers.
• Family-Slope & Kreuzboden: Gentle slopes and a safe practice area invite you to make your first turns—the ideal location for families, children, and adult beginners.
• Nuggetpark / Funpark: Varied kickers, rails, and boxes provide plenty of action for teens, freestylers, and snowboarders.
• Powder & Off-Piste Slopes: Unspoiled powder slopes around the Hochalm make the hearts of freeriders and nature enthusiasts beat faster.
• Rustic Ski Huts: Alpine huts and local innkeepers pamper you with traditional Salzburg specialties, inviting you to relax and refuel.

To ensure your ski holiday in Rauris remains completely stress-free, you benefit from first-class infrastructure right at your doorstep:

• Local Ski Schools: Experienced, local ski instructors provide dedicated children’s ski courses, private lessons, and beginner training right in the ski area.
• Ski Rental & Depots: Rent state-of-the-art equipment conveniently at the rental stations by the valley lifts—freshly waxed and ready to go.
• Ski Bus Convenience: The bus stop is right outside Hotel Rauriserhof. This lets you start your day relaxed while contributing to a sustainable nature holiday.
  

Complete Relaxation After Skiing at Hotel Rauriserhof

After an active day on the slopes in the Rauris Valley, enjoy the perfect blend of wellness and gastronomy at Hotel Rauriserhof:

• Rauriserhof BergSpa & Pools: Soothe your muscles in our 32 °C heated outdoor pool overlooking snowy peaks, do a few laps in the panoramic indoor pool, or recharge in our sauna realm.
• Rauriserhof ¾ Board: Start your day with our rich vital breakfast buffet, enjoy a hearty afternoon snack, and round off the evening with an exquisite 5-course menu of choice from our toque-awarded kitchen.
• Indoor Tennis: For sporting variety off the slopes, our private indoor tennis court right at the hotel is available for your use.