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Saalbach Ski Holidays

At a glance

  • Huge linked resort
  • Modern lift system
  • Austrian après experience

Great for

  • Groups
  • Aprés Ski
  • Families

Ski Holidays in Saalbach

The hills are a hive of activity in Saalbach - the liveliest base in the glorious Glemmtal valley, it often plays host to festivals and World Cup events. The SkiCircus puts 270km of groomers at your twin tips, with high speed lifts linking pistes and powder for all sorts of skier and boarder.

  • Flight Time
  • 2 hours
  • From London
  • Nearest Airports
  • Innsbruck, Salzburg
  • Time zone
  • GMT + 1 hour
  • Language
  • German
  • Currency
  • Euros
  • Ski Season
  • Dec - April

Saalbach Stats

Top Altitude
2,100m
Bottom Altitude
1003m
Resort Altitude
1003m
Total Piste
270km
Longest Run
8km
Slope Orientation
N S
Vertical Drop
1097m
Skiable Vertical
1097m
Night Skiing
Yes (in Hinterglemm)
Glacier Skiing
No

Found in the state of Salzburg, the village of Saalbach (officially titled Saalbach-Hinterglemm) is Austria’s second most popular tourist destination for good reason. It’s connected with the adjoining village of Hinterglemm and nearby Leogang to make the expansive ‘Ski Circus’ area, the largest mountain circuit in the country. The resort has a rich history of skiing dating back to as early as 1898, and more recently it played host to the 1991 Alpine Ski World Championships.

Built around a charming onion domed church steeple, the village has been developed with particular consideration so that an authentic Austrian ambience isn’t lost with the addition of super modern facilities. It’s a relatively small yet bustling village with a lively atmosphere and no traffic either. Since it’s fairly compact, everything you want (including the ski lifts) is never more than a short amble away. Accommodation largely consists of chalet style hotels, and there’s a wealth of superb restaurants and bars to choose from. The resort is renowned for its fantastic après ski and the locals are always up for a party.

The resort caters well for those too young to ski with a fully certified kindergarten available to look after children. Those that prefer to steer clear of the slopes can find plenty of outdoor activities to embark upon as well.

A ski pass will gain you to access to 200km and a myriad of routes, which makes every day of skiing Saalbach-Hinterglemm sure to be different. Over £230 million has been invested into the resort in the recent years to provide skiers with more than55 modern ski lifts and cable cars across the valley. This means comfortable rides up the mountains at efficient speeds – and little chance of queuing. A regular ski bus service is included in the pass to get you back to the village from wherever you end up on the slopes.

Winter Sports Ratings

Beginners

Intermediate

Advanced

Snowboarding

Saalbach Transfer Times

Salzburg 1 hours 15 mins

The nearest airport to Saalbach is Salzburg at 90 km or about 1 hour 15 minutes by car

What's the ski area like in Saalbach?

Saalbach (and Hinterglemm) has 207 km of groomed pistes linked with the the relatively new lift to the 138km in Zell am See, including 32km of black runs, make it an excellent destination for all abilites and off-piste adventurers.

Which other ski resorts are near to Saalbach?

The nearest ski resorts to Saalbach include Hinterglemm, Zell am See, Kitzbuhel, St Johann.

Ski Area Facts

LocationSalzburg, Austria
Established1903
Downhill270km
Lift Pass245 € (adult 6 day)

Beginner Slopes

140km52%

Intermediate Skiing

110km41%

Advance & Expert Terrain

20km7%

Snowboarding Trails

270km100%

What is Saalbach like for Beginner skiers?

If it’s your first time, there are two beginner slopes just above the main street and a choice of excellent ski and snowboard schools. If you’re ready to head up the mountain there are novice-friendly blue slopes like the run all the way down from the summit of the Bernkogel.

What is Saalbach like for Intermediate skiers?

There’s an array of scenic circuits and long pine-lined runs around the Ski Circus which are excellent for those looking to develop their abilities, making this an absolute dream for intermediates. Steeper blues and challenging red runs across the entire area are perfect for improving your carving skills or simply cruising at your own pace. Take a trip over to Leogang for an excellent range of slopes and long valley runs

What is Saalbach like for Advanced skiers?

Advanced skiers can take on some steeper black slopes, most notably the 3km long world cup run down from the Zwölferkogel. Ungroomed tracks and bumpy moguls are waiting to test your skills

What is Saalbach like for snowboarding?

This is a great destination for snowboarders: the slopes are heavily covered by modern chairlifts, so boarders can expect to cover a lot of terrain without encountering flats or dreaded drag lifts. Which means SNO worries! Those looking to try their freestyling are spoiled for choice by three excellent snowparks. A new park is specifically designed for introducing newcomers to their first jumps, and there’s also a professional boardercross and the Playground run down from the Reichkendlkopf featuring steep turns, little kickers and more. The impressive Nightpark at the bottom of Hinterglemm is made up of easy, medium and pro-lines, loaded with big air kickers and diverse rails that will keep freestylers and their audiences entertained for hours.

What is Saalbach like for off-piste skiing?

Off-piste opportunities are good, particularly for those looking to try for the first time. There are 15km worth of designated ski trails across five routes – invest in a guide to show you some well-kept secrets.

Saalbach Restaurants

There is a fantastic selection of restaurants to choose from including fine dining and family friendly cuisine, with venues scattered across the mountains too for lunch on the slopes. Be sure to try some delicious Austrian Goulash by the piste in the Panorama-Alm, or other local specialities like tasty Pinzgau spare-ribs at The Bäckstätt Stall. Del Rossi offers tasty pizza and other mixed grill options, while the organic vegan restaurant, Vitrine, is sure to introduce you to something new.

Where to eat in Saalbach and on the mountain

Maisalm Overlooking the town from the Kohlmaisbahn slopes, Maisalm offers delicious Austrian food with spectacular sights of the surrounding valley. Try local delicacies like Kasnock’n or their mouth-watering spare ribs. Serving hot meals to skiiers since 1981, featuring lovely traditional décor for a true mountain ambiance. Kick back with a beer or a hot drink and enjoy the beautiful panoramic views.

Hinterhag Alm The Hinterhag Alm has some delicious meals made from all natural ingredients. Try their classic Krautsoup or some traditional Pinzgauer cheese dumplings. Hinterhag Alm offers inspired dishes to hungry skiers looking to take a break on the mountain.

Wildenkarhütte Wildenkarhütte is a traditional mountain hut run by the lovely Edi und Sieglinde Seidl. It has a spacious self service restaurant and a sun terrace with a dj for amazing après ski, all accompanied by a super view of Saalbach from up at 1910m. Wildenkarhütte is open in the winter – as long as the Schönleiten lifts are open and in the summer (Jun-Oct). like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/wildenkarhuette

Saalbach Après Ski

To say the après ski here is electric would be an understatement! There’s a brilliant array of bars and clubs providing the resort with its buzzing reputation for incredible après. Finish off your day on the slopes at the bottom of the Bernkogel in Bäckstätt Stall with some glühwein amidst stunning mountain scenery. Be sure to make your way to the legendary Hinterhag Alm for a wild party with live music in this lively rustic venue. Bauer’s Skialm will have you dancing in your ski boots into the early hours. Fancy a quieter drink? Mango’s Cuban bar has a more chilled atmosphere to kicking back and relaxing with a beer. Bobby’s Bar’s another popular joint which also screens the big sports games, so football fans won’t miss out either!

Bars Late Night Clubs and Cafes in Saalbach

Bäckstätt Stall Right at the foot of the Bernkogel ski slope, Bäckstätt Stall has room for 250 people to celebrate some après ski in style! Try the Glühwein, homemade Schnapps or a delicious hot chocolate in this typically Austrian venue with stunning surrounding views of the village and mountain. Top DJs play music every afternoon, so have a dance or relax in a deckchair. Keep the party going in the “Heuboden” and “Tenne” bars with a great rustic and cosy atmosphere throughout the night.

Hinterhag Alm Since 1976 the Hinterhag Alm has built a cult reputation for its legendary après ski. There is a unique atmosphere in this vintage wooden venue, found directly next to the Kohlmais slope. You can take your drinks outside too. Relax in their comfy deckchairs and enjoy the mountain views. The crowds gather from 4pm for an après ski experience like no other.

UnderBar UnderBar - A bar for skiers, abused by skiers! Since 2003 UnderBar has prided it's self on evenings with great live-music, amazing cocktails, freezing cold beer and a lovely gemüt. Come and Join us @ UnderBar, listen and sing along to the tunes from our musicians, who tries to raise the roof every night! Through the speakers you hear old and new hits overlap each other, while we partying together all night long! Come down and don't be surprised if you end up having some fire shots, dancing on the bar and drinking a Hockey! If you looking for powder and party, we looking forward to see you this winter. Serving up drinks, cocktails and pouring beer is still and forever our gig! Look for us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/underbarsaalbach

Hinterhag Alm Hinterhag Alm is right by the Kohlmais piste, above Hotel Hinterhag and only a couple of minutes walk from the centre of the resort. The party usually starts at 4pm with live music and dancing – a must visit, this is Saalbach’s top venue for amazing Austrian après ski!

Saalbach Activites for Non-skiers

For non-skiers there are plenty of indoor and outdoor activities to keep you entertained. You can find a local sports centre in Hinterglemm with a tennis hall and open-air ice rink, toboggan runs in Saalbach and Hinterglemm or you can try paragliding. For some indoor action, Bobby’s features a bowling alley, pool, table football and an arcade and cultured folk can check out the Local and Ski Museum. Free guided winter walks across cleared paths are available or get stuck in and go snowshoeing to the end of the valley for some stunning sights.

Snowmobil-City Ever wondered what it’s like behind the wheel of a pistebasher? Now you can find out at Snowmobil-City! Learn how to control one of these mighty machines, or experience the thrills of the snowmobile racing around the floodlit circuit! Race your friends and see who’s the fastest.

Bergkristall Museum Step in to the Bergkristall Museum Dazzling with an amazing private collection of precious stones. This museum contains the most extensive assortment of these treasures, all found by the founder and his family on their regular hikes through the mountains, then polished to a clean shine.

Glemmy Offroad Park Everyone will have a blast quadbiking on the tracks in this offroad park. Race your friend around twisting assault runs covering an area of 60.000 m². Rev up your engines and prepare for excitement!

Clothing Food & Souvenir Shops

Although Saalbach may have fewer shopping opportunities than other big international resorts there is, none the less, a good choice covering all the essentials and plenty more. Saalbach's pedestrianised high street is lined with fashionable boutiques and with more than 2 dozen sports stores it is quite a good place to buy that longed for bit of kit. You will also find souvenir shops and places selling Trachten, the nationals clothes loved by Austrians. Whilst the complete outfit may only be appropriate for festivals, individual items can look good in a well co-ordinate outfit. You will also find speciality shops for cheese, sausage and other delicacies, marzipan chocolates, schnapps, keepsakes made with Swarovski crystals and for those who still smoke, there is Pater Matzhold pipes.

Snow Academy Rental Snow Academy Rentals are handled by the experts. 1500 skis, 300 snowboards, accessories and more are available – book online and save money! Bindings are adjusted electronically to make sure the settings are all suited to the individuals. It’s free of charge to swap your equipment at any time and there are extra deals to be found in store.

Sportalm Scharnagl Find a range of skiing accessories in store including the top brands of skis and snowboards, ski boots, googles, gloves etc. Service is catered to the individual and staff keep up to date with the latest fashion.

Board.at Our shop in Saalbach’s been totally remodelled, with a new shop area full of snowboard clothes, boards, boots and accessories. We have a Burton test centre where you can test boards and bindings before you buy. Our rental shop’s structured and functional, letting us provide the perfect service.

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Best Time to Visit Saalbach

The best time to ski here is usually earlier in the season when the snow is assisted by lower temperatures. The valley is split between north and south facing slopes. The south facing slopes will be sunnier so you can enjoy great snow conditions early-season without freezing your socks off. Late-season still experiences great powder and the north facing slopes receive more shade for improved conditions in the later season. The mountain terrain helps to provide some natural cover and there are over 470 snow cannons to ensure powder on 90% of the slopes all season long.

What's Saalbach like at Christmas?

If you arrive for Christmas in Saalbach you can look forward to the magical village festivities and stunning mountain views from powder lined slopes. Restaurants and hotels provide special Christmas meals and there are festive fun activities available.
Christmas Ski Holidays

What's Saalbach like in the New Year?

The wild aprés experience of New Years in Saalbach is surely one of the best ways you can celebrate the year gone by. A torch ski run and explosive firework display in the town are highlights between the energetic parties in the highly recommended bars.
New Year Ski Holidays

What's Saalbach like in Half-Term?

With suitable runs for all abilities available across Austria’s biggest linked ski resort offers a great opportunity to discover the impressive opportunities during February Half Term in Saalbach.
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What's Saalbach like at Easter?

The north facing slopes make Easter in Saalbach great – especially in years of good snowfall. Glorious sunny views won’t come at the price of snow conditions either thanks to the extensive snow machine coverage.
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Saalbach Snow Conditions

Snow Report, History & Forecast

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  • Current snow depth at top
    99 cm
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    49 cm

Ski Accommodation in Saalbach

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Hotels are available less than minute away from the nearest ski school and other activities in the area. The Alpenhotel is a good example situated centrally right next to the ski school slopes and hardly a minute away from the chairlifts for easy access. Hotel Central is an alternative close to the Schattberg gondola and just a few minutes from the ski school. Ask us if you need childcare facilities or equipment like high chairs or cots in your accommodation and we’ll sort things out.

Saalbach promises a great time for families thanks to fantastic facilities for older and younger children. You’ll find a variety of different runs including wide, sunny slopes to enjoy cruising down together. There’s a selection of qualified ski schools which practise on little slopes with magic carpet lifts to help kids learn. Snow Academy uses a fun park with colourful decorations and a mini train encouraging children to have lots of fun learning to ski with English speaking instructors. Family lessons are also available if you want to all learn together. Kids can learn to snowboard too, and the Learn to Ride park is a great chance for older children to try easy lines for freestyle rookies. Towards Leogang you can find two fun wave runs and SkiMovie runs which follow and record you as you fly down the slope.

The resort has a highly commended kindergarten/crèche and are serious about providing a fun environment and taking care of young children aged between 3 months to 3 years old. Make sure you book ahead to have your child taken care of for the day, especially if you’re booking during a holiday period.

At Bobby’s you can find a bowling alley, arcade games, pool and table football. Go ice skating or give curling a go on the special ice rink in Hinterglemm. Other day trip ideas include an Ice-Karting track nearby and you can even see what it’s like to drive a piste basher!

We offer packages which fly from all over the UK at great discounted prices, so you have more cash to spend on the resort. Give us a call and our holiday experts can help you pick the perfect place to stay on your holiday.

There are big hotels all over the resort which are ideal for groups – especially if you might expect stragglers wanting to book later. We offer bargain packages in a large choice of luxury hotels which feature their own bars, restaurants and wellness centres to keep everyone happy. Hotel Saalbacher Hof is an amazing choice in the centre for party goers looking to spoil themselves rotten with its own après lounge and Castello nightclub, the largest and first ever nightclub in Saalbach established in 1970! Last minute bookers will want to look for hotels with plenty of rooms for more likely availability, such as the Hotel Panther, just a minute from two of the central lifts for skiing virtually right back to the hotel.

Saalbach is an excellent resort for groups looking for somewhere with a range of runs for different skills and a buzzing atmosphere. The terrain is varied and good for groups of mixed abilities. The après is an absolute highlight here with a great selection of fantastic bars and nightclubs. The Austrian’s know how to party – things get going from 3pm at the foot of the slopes. Get excited for a night of fire shots and dancing on the tables in Underbar. For a quiet drink instead there is the Pianobar in the Alpenhotel for a fireside chat backed by smooth piano music.

Any non-skiers tagging along can find activities including tobogganing and paragliding. Go showshoeing through the valleys or on a unique winter walk across a bridge suspended in the treetops.

Book your holiday with us for the best group discounts on a trip to remember. Keep things simple and call us to find out what group savings our travel experts can offer you.

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Saalbach is a beautiful Austrian resort with plenty of village charm and beauty. The ski area (along with Hinterglemm) is very vast and all skiers/snowboarders can find great runs to enjoy. There are various fun après ski spots all over Saalbach including some outdoor pubs/bars (with outdoor heaters to keep yo... + more
Calvin, London
5 out of 5
I thought Saalbach was a very good resort. I hadn’t been to Austria before but would really recommend it, the people are very nice and it has a nice friendly atmosphere. We visited at the end of March and it’s not a snow sure resort, but there was enough snow up at the top. It was a bit slushy at first but t... + more
The Cowie Family, Lancashire
4 out of 5
Our first holiday in Saalbach and we’d go back; the slopes are very wide and ski friendly and the entertainment in resort is reasonable. We had sunshine all week. It was busy but it was half term week so we were expecting it to be. + more
Mark, Gloucestershire
4 out of 5
The skiing was fabulous, you can ski over to Hinterglemm. Our friends were staying over there so we could meet up with them. The town of Saalbach isn’t huge and there’s not an awful lot to do there other than skiing. . I think there is an indoor swimming pool in Saalbach and on the main high street there are ... + more
Sarah Simmonds, North Yorkshire
4 out of 5
The resort itself is very good and the main thing we liked was all the skiing that was possible. As a group we tend to go out after skiing and have a few drinks but we didn’t find as many lively bars as you usually get in Austria. There were still places that were lively enough (one of the bars at the bottom o... + more
Elaine Ruxton, Aberdeen
5 out of 5
I like Saalbach and have skied here before, the lifts are quite good and the area is excellent for intermediate skiers. You don’t get ski in / out accommodation in Saalbach and have to walk to the lifts wherever you stay, but you rarely have to walk too far. + more
Mr Cornbloom, Wokingham
4 out of 5
There was no snow in the town (2nd week in March) so you had to get up a bit for the runs... they cut up really badly because they were using snowmaking so there were quite a lot of mogul-y bits, which made it hard on your skis. We were here as a group and Saalbach does have a few nightclubs, if you want, you... + more
Simon Ford, Rainham
3 out of 5
I enjoyed Saalbach, it’s a very good resort. We had very good conditions at the end of January and there were a few days with good drops of snow while we were here. The pistes are all good and easy to navigate, nothing was too crowded and the lift system is very good indeed. It’s not a bad place for learn... + more
Gordon Tuminting, Worcester
4 out of 5
Saalbach is a great resort; it’s not a very long transfer, only an hour and a bit from Salzburg. They spent so much money on snowmaking and the lifts are amazing – really state of the art. + more
Mrs Paris, Little Bromley
5 out of 5
I went on a university ski trip here and can confirm that Austrians know how to party! Definitely the best apres ski, in terms of nightlife, that I’ve ever experienced. London Bar was amazing, as was virus bar. The town was really cool with most of the action happening on one main strip. Skiing wise, quite low... + more
Andrew Fyfe, Aberdeen
4 out of 5
Great for an Austrian stew and for intermediate skiers and snowboarders. I do remember awesome little jumps to get early intermediates feeling invincible. Relterkogelbahn gondola followed by the Hasenauer chair lift for a blue and green descent for beginners. The long black run from 1 of the resort’s highest p... + more
Maddie, Southampton
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How much is a ski pass in Saalbach

Maximum and minimum adult Saalbach lift pass prices ranged from €217 to €255 for 6 days access to the Saalbach ski lift system at the start of the 2025 winter season. Our lift passes are part of a packaged Saalbach holiday with accommodation, so prices vary depending on chalet or hotel suppliers. Confirm price for the lift ticket before booking your holiday.

Lift Tickets Child Adult Senior
1 Day Price €23 - €27 €45 - €53 N / A
6 Day Price €109 - €128 €217 - €255 N / A
Age Range 6 - 15 N / A N / A
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Getting to Saalbach

Most of our ski holidays to Saalbach packaged with flights include airport transfers. We can also arrange private transfers to Saalbach from nearby airports

How long does it take to fly to Saalbach from the UK?

Flights from London take about 2 hours to Innsbruck, Salzburg. This table shows approximate transfer times to Saalbach from the nearest airports, smaller airports can be more prone to delays.

Airport Distance Transfer Time
Salzburg 90 km 1 hour 15 minutes
Munich / München 190 km 2 hours 30 minutes
Innsbruck 160 km 2 hours
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How long does it take to drive to Saalbach from the UK?

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How long is the transfer from nearest Austria train station to Saalbach?

The transfer time from alpine train stations are generally shorter than from airports, Call us for details of Saalbach transfers.

Station Distance Transfer Time
Zell am See 19 km 19 minutes
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Going to Saalbach under your own steam

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APOTHEKE Saalbach Mon-Fri 8.30am-12.30pm & 2.30pm-6pm

Saalbach Tourist Office Saalbach is a wonderful resort which is famous for its vibrant, après ski and nightlife, with the party starting from 3pm and running till early morning. Lively après ski bars make this a popular party resort, but don’t let this put you off as there are a lot of quieter parts and a great selection of good, family-run hotels. Off the slopes, the Saalbach Valley is home to some excellent walking trails and groomed cross country routes and wonderful shopping experiences. Up on the mountain, there are several tobogganing routes, including a floodlit trail down Reiterkogel. Tourismus Service Center Saalbach - Hinterglemm serves as a modern information centre for guests. A place where people come together and the team can provide them with everything they need. Services the tourism office offers: - Tourism office support and assistance - Contact details of all important numbers - Brochures - Stories about the history of the area and the surrounding area - Press and newsletter stories Operating Times: Weekly Monday to Friday: 08:00 to 12:00 & 13:00 to 17:00 Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays: closed

Surgery – Dr. Hermann Schnell Saalbach GP offices and surgery - please call in advance as Drs may be in surgery. Dr Herman & Dr Karl Schnell Opening Times : Daily : 09:00-12:00

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