Schladming-Dachstein
Ski Vacations for the Whole Family
Skiing is a piece of cake
Family Vacation in Austria
No one is born a skiing ace—but there’s hardly any other place where learning is as easy and fun as in Schladming-Dachstein in Styria.
Here you’ll find family-friendly ski pass deals, lovingly designed children’s slopes, and ski schools where tomorrow’s pros take their first turns.
What awaits you here:
- 92 km of blue runs offering plenty of space for beginners and families
- 9 ski resorts with a wide variety of activities for ski fans of all ages
- Numerous kids’ zones and adventure areas with practice slopes and magic carpets: 7 kids’ zones in the valley and 4 kids’ zones on the mountain
- 14 ski and snowboard schools with around 400 ski and snowboard instructors make it easy to get started in winter sports
- Children up to age 6 ski for free in several ski resorts
- Activities for advanced skiers and snowboarders, such asthe XXL Fun Slope, Skimovie Slalom, fun parks, and much more
Einsteiger & Anfänger
Von den ersten Schwüngen bis zu sicheren Kurven
Dein Kind steht zum ersten Mal auf Ski oder hat bereits erste Erfahrungen im Schnee gesammelt? In Schladming-Dachstein lernen Kinder auf flachen Übungshängen und familienfreundlichen Kinderpisten spielerisch das Skifahren. Vom ersten Gleiten und Bremsen bis zu den ersten Kurven – kindgerechte Übungsgelände mit Zauberteppichen, einfachen Liftanlagen und professionellen Skischulen bieten beste Voraussetzungen für Skianfänger.
Ski Schools
in Schladming-Dachstein
Our ski schools offer children and adults the perfect introduction to winter sports. Professional ski instructors will guide you through your first turns and help you improve your technique and safety on the mountain. With child-friendly courses, modern practice lifts, and varied programs, learning to ski in Schladming-Dachstein is a true experience for the whole family.
Fortgeschrittene
Bereit für die blaue Piste
Dein Kind kann bereits sicher bremsen, kontrollierte Kurven fahren und einfache Liftanlagen selbstständig nutzen? Dann ist es bereit für die ersten gemeinsamen Abfahrten auf einer blauen Piste. In Schladming-Dachstein bieten leichte, übersichtliche Skipisten mit sanftem Gefälle ideale Bedingungen, um mehr Sicherheit auf Ski zu gewinnen und gemeinsam mit der Familie das Skigebiet zu entdecken.
Besonders familienfreundlich sind die Höfi-Abfahrt am Hauser Kaibling, die Weitmoosabfahrt auf der Planai, das Rohrmooser Plateau auf der Hochwurzen und die Haseckpiste auf der Reiteralm.
The following lifts and blue runs are suitable for this level:
Ski Rental
in Schladming-Dachstein
At the region’s ski rental shops, you’ll find the latest ski and snowboard gear for the whole family. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro—modern models, perfectly groomed skis, and the right safety gear ensure a worry-free winter sports experience. Many rental shops are located right at the base stations and also offer additional services and advice to ensure you’re fully equipped when you hit the slopes.
PSO Leisure Activities
Sports for People with Disabilities
The goal is to integrate all people into society on an equal footing and to make exciting vacations possible at a fair price. A particular focus is placed on inclusive vacations spent with friends and family. All programs are accessible.
Family Activities
in Ski amadé
Great prices* for kids and teens on the weekend! In Ski amadé, kids and teens can ski at especially low prices every weekend (Saturday and Sunday).
* The exact amount of the discount depends on the respective regular price, the respective season, and the respective ski resort.
Offer for families with a non-skiing toddler under the age of three. The ticket can be used alternately by either parent.
Please note that the Young Family Ticket cannot be combined with the online early-bird discount.
When purchasing a ski pass, the third and all younger siblings (children*and teens*) receive a free ski pass if at least one parent and the two older siblings (children* or teens*) purchase a ski pass for the same validity period.
With the Ski amadé Family Spring Deals, children up to and including age 15 can ski for free at when a parent purchases a 4-day ski pass—valid from March 13, 2027, through the end of the season.
"Mini's Week" is designed for families with young children, includes a comprehensive program from the ski schools, and canbe booked betweenJanuary 10 and 24, 2026.
The package costs just 189 euros per childand includes seven nights’ lodging in the parents’ room, a children’s ski lesson, children’s ski rental, and a children’s ski pass. Depending on the region and ski school, the ski lessons take place either 3 sessions of 4 hours each or 5 sessions of 2 hours each.
Questions & Answers
Yes! Schladming-Dachstein offers the perfect setting for a ski vacation with the whole family. Across nine ski mountains, you’ll find 92 kilometers of blue runs, numerous kids’ areas, family-friendly practice slopes, and a variety of adventure zones. Whether your child is just learning to ski or is already confident on the slopes—there’s something for everyone here.
In Schladming-Dachstein, you’ll find both large ski resorts and smaller, more manageable family-friendly ski hills. Particularly popular are the Hauser Kaibling with Wollis Kids Park, the Planai with Hopsi Winter Children’s Land, the Riesneralm with its children’s ski area, as well as the Galsterberg, the Fageralm, the Rittisberg, and the Planneralm. The Reiteralm also offers special children’s areas and family-friendly slopes.
The region offers numerous children's areas with gentle practice slopes, magic carpets, and child-friendly learning zones. Here, children can have fun while gaining their first experiences on skis.
Many ski schools in Schladming-Dachstein offer introductory ski lessons for children as young as three or four years old. The exact minimum age depends on the specific ski school and the courses offered. In special children’s areas, the youngest children learn to move around on skis and make their first turns in a playful way.
In Schladming-Dachstein, there are 14 ski and snowboard schools with about 400 ski and snowboard instructors. Many offer special children’s courses for different age groups and skill levels. Whether your child is taking their first steps on skis or looking to improve their technique, certified ski instructors will guide them step by step as they learn.
Yes! During the 2026/27 winter season, children up to age six (born in 2021 or later) can ski for free in many ski areas in the region. This offer applies, among other places, to the 4-Berge Ski Area, Galsterberg, and Fageralm. The round-trip lift ride to and from the Dachstein Glacier is also included. The Ramsau ski region is excluded from this offer. A free keycard is required for access, and a deposit is required for the keycard.
Families in Ski amadé can take advantage of various offers, such as the Family Bonus, the Junior Weekend Bonus, the Young Family Ticket, and seasonal promotions. With the Family Bonus, for example, the third child and all younger siblings receive a free ski pass under certain conditions. These offers are subject to various conditions and validity periods.
Yes, with a total of 92 kilometers of blue runs, Schladming-Dachstein offers plenty of options for beginners and families. In addition to flat practice slopes, you’ll find easy runs where children can practice their first independent turns and gain confidence on skis. Which runs are suitable depends on each child’s skill level.
Yes, there are numerous ski rental shops in the region that offer skis, ski boots, poles, and helmets suitable for children. Many rental shops are located right at the base stations of the ski resorts. This makes it easy to rent equipment on-site and adjust it to your child’s size and skill level.
