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    Austria, Europe · Ski amadé

    Snow Space Salzburg

    Snow Space Salzburg: 120km of slopes across Flachau, Wagrain & St. Johann. 45 lifts, 100% snowmaking. Part of Ski amadé's 760km network.

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    Season 2026 - 2027
    Opens
    28 Nov 2026
    Closes
    4 Apr 2027
    Days open
    127
    Annual snow
    1.4m
    Snow record
    44cm
    2026-27 so far
    31% of a typical winter142cm
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    The Overview
    MF
    Michael Fulton
    Melbourne-based skier and snowboarder with 50+ resorts across 5 continents. Specialises in Australian resorts and international resort comparisons.

    Snow Space Salzburg spans 120 kilometres of piste across three interconnected sectors - Flachau, Wagrain, and St. Johann-Alpendorf - with elevations ranging from 740 metres to 1,980 metres and a maximum vertical drop of 1,240 metres. The resort forms part of the broader 210-kilometre ski area when combined with the linked Shuttleberg Flachauwinkl-Kleinarl and Zauchensee zones via the Panorama Link gondola. Annual snowfall averages 250 centimetres, supplemented by 100% snowmaking coverage using 800 snow cannons that can blanket the entire terrain within 72 hours. The resort operates within Ski amadé, granting pass holders access to 760 kilometres of slopes across 25 Austrian ski areas.

    The terrain breakdown favours cruising intermediates: 69% of runs are graded red, 28% blue for beginners, with just 3% classified as black. Three main peaks define the area - Grießenkareck at 1,991 metres, Sonntagskogel at 1,850 metres, and Hirschkogel at 1,755 metres - with the St. Johann-Wagrain-Flachau sector alone offering 125 kilometres of trails spanning 15 kilometres from end to end. The longest continuous descent runs 6 kilometres from the Grießenkareck summit down into Flachau village, covering approximately 1,200 metres of vertical. Flachau hosts the Hermann Maier FIS World Cup slope, a 637-metre run with 200 metres of vertical that stages the annual women's night slalom each January.

    Over 85 mountain restaurants dot the ski area, from the rustic Birkhahnalm in Flachau to the Buchau Salettl above St. Johann. Après-ski concentrates around the Dampfkessel and Hofstadl bars near the Flachau valley stations, with the village maintaining a lively atmosphere well into the evening. Wagraini's Winter World at the middle station of the Rote 8er gondola provides a dedicated children's learning area with magic carpets, a dwarf house, and a beginner snow park. The resort operates seven entry points across the three villages, each with free parking directly at the lift bases.

    The Ski amadé season pass costs €689 for adults and unlocks 270 lifts across the network, whilst single-day tickets for Snow Space Salzburg range from €52 to €62 depending on peak dates. Children under nine ski free, and youth tickets start at €39 per day. The terrain profile and lift infrastructure make this resort particularly well-suited to intermediate skiers, families, and groups of mixed abilities seeking extensive mileage without challenging steeps. Advanced skiers seeking off-piste terrain should consider venturing to the linked Zauchensee sector, which offers the region's most reliable snow conditions.

    1240m
    Vertical
    69
    Runs
    120 km
    Piste
    1.4m
    Annual snow
    Ski amadé
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    The Terrain

    69 runs across 120 km of piste

    Snow Space Salzburg joins Flachau, Wagrain and St. Johann-Alpendorf into 120 kilometres of piste across 69 runs, falling 1,240 metres from 1,980 metres to the 740-metre valley floor. Red runs make up 69% of the terrain, beginners take 28%, and advanced and expert pistes together amount to just 3%, which is about as intermediate-focused as an Austrian ski area gets. The G-Link aerial tram between Grafenberg and Grießenkareck makes hopping between sectors easy, and the Panorama Link opens the way on to Flachauwinkl-Kleinarl and Zauchensee.

    With so little steep terrain, Snow Space suits confident intermediates and families who want kilometre after kilometre of well-groomed red runs and short transfer times between villages. Freeride options are limited and the slopes are mostly mellow, so advanced skiers should expect to head elsewhere in Ski amadé after a day or two. Where it does deliver is the lift system, which has 45 modern lifts, and the distances you can cover in a single day without repeating a run, particularly if you add the linked Zauchensee area.

    Terrain split
    69
    runs
    69 runs across 4 grades
    Beginner19 runs · 28%
    Intermediate48 runs · 69%
    Advanced1 run · 2%
    Expert1 run · 1%
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    Time it right

    When to visit Snow Space Salzburg

    The 2025/26 season at Snow Space Salzburg runs from 29 November 2025 through to Easter Monday, 6 April 2026, offering approximately 130 days of operation. The 12 Peaks ski connection linking all sectors typically opens by early December, with full operations across all 45 lifts maintained through to early April. Partial terrain opening with discounted passes is available in the final weeks before the main closing date. Lift operating hours run 8:30am to 4:00pm daily, extending to 4:15pm from 1 February.

    The resort receives an annual average of 250 centimetres of natural snowfall, with the higher-elevation Zauchensee sector offering the most reliable natural cover in the region. The 100% snowmaking system uses 800 snow cannons fed by 1.2 million cubic metres of recycled meltwater and rainwater stored in alpine reservoirs. When temperatures drop below optimal thresholds, the entire ski area can be covered with base snow within 72 hours. Base depths at mid-mountain typically reach 100-140 centimetres by mid-season.

    January through early March delivers the most consistent conditions, with February offering the optimal balance of reliable snowpack and lengthening daylight hours. The annual FIS World Cup women's night slalom in Flachau falls in mid-January, drawing thousands of spectators to the Hermann Maier slope. Late November and early December can be variable before the snowmaking system establishes full coverage, whilst late March often brings spring corn snow and softer afternoon conditions on south-facing aspects.

    DJ Ötzi's Gipfeltour concert at St. Johann-Alpendorf features as a winter highlight, alongside regular Thursday ski touring sessions and the JoKiWo family festival at the Geisterberg. Weekly kids' days run every Tuesday with guided activities for younger skiers. The resort does not operate regular night skiing, though the floodlit World Cup slope hosts special evening events during the season. Christmas and February school holiday weeks see peak crowds, whilst mid-January and March weekdays offer quieter pistes.

    Season 2026 - 2027
    28 Nov 2026
    Opens
    4 Apr 2027
    Closes
    127
    Days open
    1.4 m
    Annual snow
    The record

    Historical snowfall at Snow Space Salzburg

    Daily snow reports at Snow Space Salzburg go back to 2017, 10 winters on the books. Open the record to compare winters, lifts and piste.

    60 cm
    Snowiest day
    11 Dec 2018
    44 cm
    This winter · 2026-27
    so far
    142 cm
    Typical winter
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    Getting there

    Getting to Snow Space Salzburg, and where to stay

    Snow Space Salzburg occupies the Pongau region in the Salzach Valley of Austria's Eastern Alps, approximately 70 kilometres south of the city of Salzburg. The three base villages - Flachau (927m), Wagrain (838m), and St. Johann-Alpendorf (740m) - spread across interconnected valleys between the Salzburg Slate Alps to the north and the Niedere Tauern range to the southeast. St. Johann im Pongau serves as the district capital with a population exceeding 10,000, whilst Flachau gained international recognition as the hometown of four-time World Cup champion Hermann Maier. The Liechtensteinklamm gorge, one of the longest and deepest ravines in the Alps, lies just south of St. Johann.

    Salzburg city offers the nearest major urban centre, featuring the historic old town, Mozart's birthplace, and the annual Salzburg Festival. Bischofshofen, famous for its ski jumping venue on the Four Hills Tournament circuit, sits 10 kilometres west of St. Johann. The Gastein Valley thermal spa region lies within 30 kilometres to the south, whilst Schladming and the Dachstein glacier region are accessible within an hour's drive east via the B320. The area has been settled since the Bronze Age, with St. Johann first documented as a village in a 1074 deed.

    The Tauern Autobahn A10 provides direct motorway access, with exits at Flachau-Wagrain (exit 66) and Pongau junction (exit 47 for St. Johann via the B311). Driving time from Salzburg is approximately 50 minutes; from Munich, allow around two hours via the A8 and A10. From Vienna, the route follows the A1 to the A10, taking approximately three hours. Free parking is available at all seven lift base stations, with electric vehicle charging points installed at valley stations throughout the resort.

    Salzburg W.A. Mozart Airport lies 72 kilometres away, with a transfer time of approximately 45 minutes by road. Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport is 153 kilometres distant, requiring roughly 90 minutes by car or shuttle. St. Johann im Pongau railway station sits on the main ÖBB intercity line, with direct trains from Salzburg departing every 30 minutes and journey times of 56-71 minutes. Free ski shuttle buses meet all arriving trains and deliver passengers to the Alpendorf gondola base within 10 minutes. Holders of valid Snow Space lift passes receive free public transport throughout the province of Salzburg on ski days.

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    Snow Space Salzburg Lift Tickets

    Snow Space Salzburg lift tickets & passes

    Opening day for the winter 2026 - 2027 season is scheduled for Nov 28, 2026 (subject to change). Lift tickets at Snow Space Salzburg typically go on sale well before the start of the ski season.

    Day passes start from €26, with peak rates up to €63.

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    Single-day passes

    Adult 19–64

    Adult Full Day (Snow Space Only)

    €52up to €62 peak

    Full day skiing at Snow Space Salzburg with 210 kilometers of slopes across Flachau, Wagrain and St. Johann. Seven entry points to Austrian ski terrain 50 minutes from Salzburg.

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    Youth 15–17

    Youth Full Day

    €39up to €47 peak

    Youth skiing at Snow Space Salzburg across three connected Austrian resorts. Perfect for teens with varied terrain from beginners to challenging slopes.

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    Child 10–14

    Child Full Day

    €26up to €31 peak

    Children's skiing at Snow Space Salzburg with family-friendly terrain. Three Austrian ski areas connected with excellent ski schools in Salzburg region.

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    Child 0–9

    Child (9 & Under)

    Free

    Free skiing for children 9 and under at Snow Space Salzburg. Complimentary Minicard access to Austrian family terrain with gentle learning slopes.

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    Senior 65–99

    Senior Full Day

    €39up to €47 peak

    Senior skiing at Snow Space Salzburg from 65 years. Discounted access to three connected Austrian ski areas with comfortable lifts and mountain dining.

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    Youth 7–17

    Weekend Special (Saturday/Sunday)

    €32

    Junior Weekend Bonus at Snow Space Salzburg for just €32 on weekends. Special rates for youth and children throughout Austrian ski season.

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    Adult 19–64

    12 Peaks Winter Deal

    €63

    Five special Saturdays at Snow Space Salzburg for €63. Exclusive winter deals pricing for Austrian skiing across Flachau, Wagrain, and St. Johann areas.

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    Senior 60–99

    Senior 60+ Special

    €35up to €42 peak

    Special rate for seniors 60 and older at Snow Space Salzburg. Discounted Austrian skiing for active seniors with photo ID required for verification.

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    Multi-day passes

    Adult 19–64

    Adult Ski amadé ALL-IN Card

    €58up to €68 peak

    Ski amadé ALL-IN Card access to Snow Space Salzburg plus 25 ski areas. Experience 760 kilometers of Austrian slopes with largest ski alliance in Europe.

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    Adult 19–64

    Multi-Day Ski amadé (6-Day)

    €290up to €340 peak

    Six-day Ski amadé ALL-IN Card valid at Snow Space and 25 Austrian ski areas. Extended vacation with access to 760 kilometers of Alpine terrain.

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    Season passes

    Adult 19–64

    Ski amadé Season Pass

    €689

    Unlimited access to Snow Space Salzburg and entire Ski amadé network. 25 Austrian ski areas with 760 kilometers of slopes and 270 lifts.

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    Lift tickets FAQ

    How much does a Snow Space Salzburg day pass cost?+
    Snow Space Salzburg day passes range from €26 to €63 depending on the date and advance booking.
    Can I buy Snow Space Salzburg lift tickets online?+
    Yes, you can purchase tickets directly from the resort website or at the resort ticket office.
    Are there discounts for multi-day passes?+
    Yes, multi-day packages typically offer significant savings compared to individual day passes. The per-day cost decreases with longer stays.
    What is included with a Snow Space Salzburg lift ticket?+
    Full access to all lifts and trails at Snow Space Salzburg, including mountain safety and patrol services.
    What is the difference between Snow Space Salzburg lift tickets and ski passes?+
    "Lift tickets" and "ski passes" refer to the same thing at Snow Space Salzburg - your access to the mountain's lifts and trails for your chosen duration.
    When should I buy Snow Space Salzburg lift tickets for the best price?+
    Purchase tickets at least 7 days in advance for the best rates, and consider weekday visits for further savings over weekend rates.
    Does Snow Space Salzburg offer group discounts on lift tickets?+
    Group discounts are typically available for parties of 10 or more. Contact Snow Space Salzburg directly for group booking information and rates.
    How can I check current conditions before buying tickets?+
    Before purchasing, check the live snow report and mountain webcams to see current weather, snow conditions, and lift operations at Snow Space Salzburg.

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