Winter vacation in Austria: Skiing & relaxation at AlpenParks Resorts

When the first snowflakes fall, the most wonderful time of the year begins in Austria. From Tyrol to Styria, the mountains are transformed into a true winter paradise. Perfectly groomed slopes, snow-covered forests, and cozy chalets ensure unforgettable vacation moments.

At AlpenParks Apartments, Chalets & Hotels, you will find the ideal home for your winter vacation – in the heart of Austria's most popular ski resorts.

Start of the 2025/26 season: When do the ski resorts in Austria open?

The ski season is just around the corner! Whether you're looking for a glacier experience, panoramic descents, or leisurely family slopes, Austria's ski resorts are opening for the new winter season in stages. Here is an overview of the planned opening dates (subject to change depending on snow conditions):

The exact operating hours depend on weather and snow conditions and may vary.

Skiing in Austria's best regions

Whether you are spending your winter vacation with family, friends, or as a couple, AlpenParks Resorts are located in the country's most popular ski areas. From the slopes directly to your apartment or from the breakfast table to the chairlift: here you can enjoy short distances, maximum comfort, and genuine Alpine flair.

• Hotel & Apartment Maria Alm – in the heart of the Hochkönig region with direct access to the Königstour.
• Chalet & Apartment AreitXpress Zell am See – just a few minutes from the Schmittenhöhe and the Kitzsteinhorn glacier area.
• Orgler Kaprun – the perfect starting point for skiing on the Kitzsteinhorn glacier or in the Maiskogel family region.
• Carpe Solem Mariapfarr – in the middle of the snow-sure Lungau region with connections to the Fanningberg, Obertauern, Katschberg, and Großeck-Speiereck ski areas.
• Residence Bad Hofgastein – ideal for skiers and wellness lovers in Ski amadé.
• Alpendorf St. Johann – right next to the valley station of the Alpendorf Bergbahnen in the Snow Space Salzburg & Ski Amadé ski association.
• Hagan Lodge Altaussee – in the middle of the family-friendly Loser ski area, surrounded by breathtaking mountain scenery.
• Sonnleiten Saalbach – right next to the Kohlmais ski slope, in the middle of the Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn.
• Alpina Seefeld – in Seefeld, Tyrol, ideal for families and winter hikers with access to cross-country trails and family-friendly slopes.
• Montana Matrei – in East Tyrol, right next to the Großglockner Resort ski area, perfect for skiers of all levels and nature lovers.
• Resort Arlberg in Warth-Schröcken – located directly on the ski slopes of the Arlberg, a paradise for experienced skiers and powder fans.
• Rehrenberg Viehhofen – located in Pinzgau, directly on the zellamseeXpress mountain railway, ideal for families and connoisseurs with varied slopes and relaxed descents.
• Taxacher Kirchberg – in the Kitzbühel Alps, with comfortable rooms and apartments for winter vacationers.

Whether at over 3,000 meters above sea level on the glacier or on sunny panoramic slopes, all AlpenParks resorts offer short distances, ski-in/ski-out locations, or quick access to the mountain railways.

Everything you need for the perfect winter vacation

In addition to skiing and snowboarding, our AlpenParks resorts offer much more:

• Winter hiking & snowshoeing through snow-covered forests
• Tobogganing & ice skating for families
• Wellness & relaxation in the AlpenParks spa areas
• Regional cuisine in the AlpenParks restaurants or in cozy huts

Many accommodations also offer breakfast service, bread delivery, saunas, or private spa areas—perfect for warming up after a long day in the snow.

👉 Book your winter vacation now and be the first to leave your tracks in the fresh powder snow!