The Overview
Michael Fulton
Melbourne-based skier and snowboarder with 50+ resorts across 5 continents. Specialises in Australian resorts and international resort comparisons.
Schladming-Dachstein delivers Austria's most comprehensive 4-mountain skiing experience across 123km of interconnected terrain in Styria's largest winter sports centre, reaching 2,015m elevation across Hauser Kaibling, Planai, Hochwurzen, and Reiteralm. This legendary destination combines World Cup racing heritage with exceptional recreational skiing, hosting the famous Planai night race annually whilst maintaining 37% beginner, 55% intermediate, and 8% advanced terrain distribution across 95 trails. The resort's integration within the massive Ski amadé network provides access to 760km of slopes across five connected regions, positioning Schladming as a strategic base for exploring Austria's largest interconnected ski area.
The 4-mountain circuit operates seamlessly with direct slope connections between all peaks, creating natural touring routes ranging from gentle valley floor approaches to challenging summit descents exceeding 5km length. The predominantly north-facing orientation across 1,287m vertical drop ensures excellent snow preservation throughout the season, supplemented by comprehensive snowmaking across the network. Schladming's Olympic pedigree from hosting the 2013 FIS Alpine World Championships and 1993 Special Olympics World Games demonstrates the infrastructure quality, with perfectly groomed slopes maintained by professional racing standards attracting elite competitions alongside recreational skiers.
The town of Schladming provides authentic Austrian charm with pedestrianised historic centre dating to its 1322 town charter, combining traditional architecture with modern resort amenities including over 90 ski huts serving Styrian specialties. The free ski bus network eliminates car requirements whilst eight dedicated children's areas create exceptional family infrastructure across the 4-mountain circuit, with annual season-opening concerts featuring international artists creating vibrant winter atmosphere.
1287m
Vertical
95
Runs
123 km
Piste
4m
Annual snow
Ski Amadé
Pass
The Terrain
95 runs across 123 km of piste
Schladming Dachstein spreads 95 runs across 123 km of piste of terrain. It leans intermediate at 55%, with 35 beginner runs to find your feet and 8 advanced or expert runs when you want to push.
Terrain split
95
runs
95 runs across 4 grades
Beginner35 runs · 37%
Intermediate52 runs · 55%
Advanced8 runs · 8%
Expert0 runs · 0%
Time it right
When to visit Schladming Dachstein
Schladming-Dachstein typically operates from late November through mid-April, with peak conditions occurring January through March when Styrian snowfall averaging 4m annually combines with the predominantly north-facing terrain between 728m and 2,015m elevation. The extended season length reflects reliable natural snowfall supplemented by comprehensive snowmaking infrastructure maintaining consistent coverage across the 123km network even during lean natural snowfall periods. The professional grooming standards developed through decades of World Cup race hosting ensure immaculate piste conditions throughout winter.
The north-facing orientation across Planai, Hochwurzen, and Hauser Kaibling maintains excellent snow preservation well into spring, with the elevation range providing altitude diversity for reliable coverage top to bottom. The 2013 World Championship legacy includes world-class slope maintenance with extensive grooming fleets operating nightly across the 4-mountain circuit. Weekend and Austrian holiday periods attract substantial visitor numbers from Vienna, Graz, and neighbouring regions, though the extensive terrain and modern lift capacity maintain comfortable skiing conditions throughout peak periods.
Spring skiing extends reliably through April with pleasant temperatures and softening snow creating enjoyable recreational conditions across higher elevations, whilst the famous Planai night race in January creates spectacular atmosphere with floodlit World Cup racing drawing thousands of spectators. The Ski amadé pass validity across 760km provides weather insurance, allowing skiers to explore alternative sectors if conditions vary across the five connected regions spanning Salzburg and Styria.
Season 2025-2026
22 Nov 2025
Opens
12 Apr 2026
Closes
141
Days open
4 m
Annual snow
Getting there
Getting to Schladming Dachstein, and where to stay
Situated in Styria's Enns Valley approximately 95km south of Salzburg, Schladming occupies exceptional positioning with straightforward accessibility from Austria's major cities and international airports without high mountain pass navigation. Salzburg Airport lies 95km north with transfer times around 90 minutes via the A10 Tauern motorway, whilst Munich Airport 260km northwest provides major international connections with 2.5-hour transfers. Innsbruck Airport 200km west offers alternative alpine access, with Vienna 370km east positioning Schladming within weekend reach of Austria's capital.
The exceptional rail connectivity distinguishes Schladming from many Austrian resorts, with three train stations including Schladming Hauptbahnhof, Pichl, and Haus im Ennstal providing direct services from Salzburg requiring just 90 minutes journey time. The railway infrastructure eliminates road transfer requirements for environmentally conscious travellers, with regular connections throughout the day maintaining convenient schedules. The E651 Ennstal highway provides straightforward road access from multiple directions without challenging mountain pass driving, creating accessible year-round connectivity.
The historic mining town of Schladming at 745m elevation serves as the geographical and cultural centrepiece, offering comprehensive accommodation ranging from traditional gasthofs to modern wellness hotels within walking distance of Planai gondola base station. Multiple surrounding villages including Haus im Ennstal, Rohrmoos, Pichl, and Gleiming provide alternative lodging options with direct lift access eliminating daily commutes. The Ski amadé network integration creates strategic positioning for exploring neighbouring sectors including Flachau, Zauchensee, and the Gastein Valley, with the single pass providing unprecedented touring opportunities across Salzburg and Styria's premier winter sports destinations.
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Latest News
From the SnowStash desk
FIS Weighs Holding World Championships in Almost Every Winter, Starting 2032
The International Ski and Snowboard Federation is looking at a major shake-up to its title events calendar. From 2032, World Championships could run not just in odd-numbered years but in every non-Olympic winter too, effectively putting a global title event on the calendar almost every season. The FIS Council has approved the concept following a feasibility study, though an accelerated rollout as early as 2028 is also under consideration.
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Mount Hotham to Close for the 2026 Season on Sunday, September 6
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1 Sept 2026
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31 Aug 2026
Aerial Tram Collides With Crane at Alpe d'Huez: 23 Injured
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28 Aug 2026
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A deadly flood on the Nepal-China border, a decade-old tragedy on Italy's Marmolada, and an unstable glacier right now above a village near Zermatt - three very different mountain ranges, the same underlying story. Warming ice is destabilising terrain that was considered settled for generations, and the results range from catastrophic floods to slow-motion monitoring situations that could go either way.
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26 Aug 2026
Schladming Dachstein Webcams
9 live angles across the mountain. Tap any camera to go full-screen.
About Schladming Dachstein's live webcams
Check live conditions across Schladming Dachstein with 9 real-time webcams showing snow, weather, and lift operations, updated every 10 minutes. Check high-elevation cams for powder visibility and base-area cams for crowd levels before you head up.
Camera guide
- Preunegg Jet Summit1740m
- Experience commanding views across Austria's premier ski destination through this strategic Schladming Dachstein webcam positioned at the Preunegg Jet summit at 1740 meters elevation. This webcam Schladming reveals current conditions across the expansive 4-mountain circuit where 222 kilometers of perfectly groomed slopes unite Hauser Kaibling, Planai, Hochwurzen, and Reiteralm. Updated continuously, this live snow cam provides essential visibility intelligence across Styria's largest winter sports center, helping skiers plan their route through the interconnected terrain that defines this World Cup racing venue within the vast Ski amadé region.
- Reiteralm See1760m
- Monitor conditions at the scenic mountain lake through this picturesque Schladming Dachstein webcam focused on Reiteralm See at 1760 meters elevation, capturing one of the resort's most distinctive landmarks. This webcam Schladming Dachstein showcases the Reiteralm sector where family-friendly terrain meets stunning alpine scenery. Updated continuously, this live cam reveals current snow quality and weather patterns across accessible slopes, essential for families exploring Austria's 4-mountain ski area with 99 modern lifts and exceptional Ski amadé connectivity spanning 760 kilometers across five connected regions.
- Planai Lärchkogel1757m
- Assess mid-mountain operations through this strategic Schladming webcam positioned at the summit of the Lärchkogelbahn gondola at 1757 meters elevation on Planai mountain. This Schladming Dachstein webcam provides crucial perspective on lift operations and trail conditions where World Cup racing heritage meets recreational skiing. Updated continuously, this live snow cam helps visitors gauge crowd levels and visibility across the Planai sector, home to the famous downhill course that hosts annual night racing spectacles in Austria's most celebrated ski destination within Styria.
- Planai Mountain Station1825m
- Discover summit perspectives through this commanding Schladming Dachstein webcam positioned at the Planai mountain station at 1825 meters elevation, revealing panoramic views across the entire 4-mountain circuit. This webcam Schladming captures the resort's flagship mountain where Olympic racing tradition combines with extensive recreational terrain. Updated continuously, this Schladming webcam provides essential visibility updates across challenging upper slopes and the interconnected network linking to Hochwurzen, helping advanced skiers plan their descent through Austria's most comprehensive ski area in the Ski amadé region.
- Hochwurzen1849m
- Experience dramatic alpine vistas through this elevated Schladming Dachstein webcam positioned at the Hochwurzen II gondola summit at 1849 meters elevation, showcasing one of the 4-mountain circuit's most spectacular viewpoints. This webcam Schladming Dachstein reveals current conditions across varied terrain where intermediate cruising meets advanced challenges. Updated continuously, this live cam provides crucial intelligence for assessing snow quality and visibility across the Hochwurzen sector, essential for navigating the interconnected slopes that unite all four mountains in Austria's premier ski destination within Styria's largest winter sports center.
- Hauser Kaibling1861m
- Monitor the resort's highest skiing terrain through this summit Schladming webcam positioned at Hauser Kaibling's peak at 1861 meters elevation, capturing views from the Kaiblinggrat 8-seater chairlift terminal. This Schladming Dachstein webcam showcases the expansive upper mountain terrain where modern lift technology meets traditional Austrian skiing. Updated continuously, this webcam Schladming reveals current conditions across the resort's most elevated slopes, helping visitors assess snow preservation and weather patterns at Austria's 4-mountain ski area with access to 222 kilometers of interconnected terrain in the Ski amadé network.
- Kaibling6er Base Station1263m
- Track mid-mountain operations through this practical Schladming Dachstein webcam focused on the Kaibling6er chairlift base station at 1263 meters elevation. This webcam Schladming provides essential perspective on lift operations and skier traffic patterns at a key junction within the Hauser Kaibling sector. Updated continuously, this live snow cam helps visitors gauge queue lengths and trail conditions, essential for planning efficient movement through the 4-mountain circuit where 99 modern lifts create seamless connectivity across Austria's largest interconnected ski area in Styria.
- Gipfelbahn1861m
- Experience summit conditions through this high-altitude Schladming webcam positioned at the Gipfelbahn lift terminal at 1861 meters elevation on Hauser Kaibling mountain. This Schladming Dachstein webcam reveals current visibility and snow quality across the resort's uppermost terrain where challenging slopes meet spectacular Dachstein massif views. Updated continuously, this webcam Schladming Dachstein provides crucial intelligence for advanced skiers assessing conditions on demanding runs, helping visitors maximize their exploration of 222 kilometers of varied terrain within the vast Ski amadé region spanning 760 kilometers.
- Höfi-Express ll Summit1861m
- Assess upper mountain terrain through this strategic Schladming Dachstein webcam positioned at the Höfi-Express II lift summit at 1861 meters elevation. This webcam Schladming captures real-time conditions across advanced terrain on Hauser Kaibling where modern 8-seater chairlift technology provides efficient access to challenging slopes. Updated continuously, this live cam reveals current snow quality and visibility across the resort's most demanding runs, essential for expert skiers planning their day at Austria's premier 4-mountain ski destination with World Cup racing heritage and comprehensive Ski amadé connectivity.
Schladming Dachstein snow cams FAQ
How often do Schladming Dachstein snow cams update?
All Schladming Dachstein snow cams and webcams update every 10 minutes with fresh images showing current mountain conditions. This frequent update schedule ensures you have access to near real-time conditions for planning your ski day at Schladming Dachstein.
Which Schladming Dachstein webcam shows the best powder conditions?
The high-elevation Hauser Kaibling webcam at 1,861m provides the clearest view of powder conditions and snowfall. These Schladming Dachstein webcams capture fresh snow accumulation and visibility better than base area cameras.
Can I see Schladming Dachstein lift queues on the webcams?
Yes. Multiple Schladming Dachstein snow cams specifically show lift queue areas and chairlift operations, helping you time your arrival and avoid peak queue periods.
When is the best time to check Schladming Dachstein snow cams?
Check Schladming Dachstein webcams early morning (7-8am) for overnight snowfall assessment, and mid-afternoon for current crowd levels and weather. The live cams are most useful after storm events to assess fresh powder.
How can I check current conditions before buying Schladming Dachstein lift tickets?
Use our Schladming Dachstein webcams alongside the live snow report to assess conditions before purchasing lift tickets. The webcams show real-time visibility, snow quality, and operational status.
Do Schladming Dachstein webcams work on mobile devices?
Yes. All Schladming Dachstein snow cams and webcams are optimized for mobile viewing, so you can check live conditions from anywhere using your phone or tablet.
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