--- id: 4752 title: Sun skiing in Austria | Schladming-Dachstein path: /en/activities/skiing/spring-skiing url: "https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/en/activities/skiing/spring-skiing" language: en generated_at: "2026-11-02T00:03:52+01:00" type: document --- Sun skiing in Schladming-Dachstein ===================================== ![© Christine Höflehner](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Schladming-Dachstein/02_SHOOTINGS%20%26%20KAMPAGNEN/FOTO/2025_03_Skifahren_Hochwurzen_Christine%20H%C3%B6flehner/39875/image-thumb__39875__hero/Hochwurzen%20Sonnenskilauf%202025_010%28c%29%20Christine%20Hoeflehner.28e7ad8c.jpg "© Christine Höflehner")![© Christine Höflehner](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Schladming-Dachstein/02_SHOOTINGS%20%26%20KAMPAGNEN/FOTO/2025_03_Skifahren_Hochwurzen_Christine%20H%C3%B6flehner/39875/image-thumb__39875__hero--mobile/Hochwurzen%20Sonnenskilauf%202025_010%28c%29%20Christine%20Hoeflehner.28e7ad8c.jpg "© Christine Höflehner") copyright: Christine Höflehner Overview Weather [learn more](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/de/info-und-service/webcams-und-wetter/wetter) Webcams [learn more](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/de/info-und-service/webcams-und-wetter/webcams) Skiing in spring ------------------ ### Firn snow on a skiing vacation in Austria Sunny skiing in Schladming-Dachstein combines firn snow, spring sunshine and skiing until mid-April. April. Thanks to the north-facing slopes, the region's ski mountains offer good piste conditions right into spring. Around Easter, the culinary variety at our huts, musical events and family offers bring clear added value to your skiing vacation in Austria. These highlights await you in the heart of Austria: - Skiing until mid-April - 9 ski mountains in the region - 222 kilometers of slopes - 99 lifts - over 90 huts - Family promotion at Easter from March 14, 2026 until the end of the season - Season finale events on and off the slopes [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Schladming-Dachstein/02_SHOOTINGS%20%26%20KAMPAGNEN/FOTO/2025_03_Skifahren_Hochwurzen_Christine%20H%C3%B6flehner/39901/image-thumb__39901__lightbox/Hochwurzen%20Sonnenskilauf%202025_140%28c%29%20Christine%20Hoeflehner.c91e8dbd.jpg) copyright: Christine Höflehner [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Schladming-Dachstein/02_SHOOTINGS%20%26%20KAMPAGNEN/FOTO/2025_03_Skifahren_Hochwurzen_Christine%20H%C3%B6flehner/39891/image-thumb__39891__lightbox/Hochwurzen%20Sonnenskilauf%202025_021%28c%29%20Christine%20Hoeflehner.612b4896.jpg) copyright: Christine Höflehner [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Schladming-Dachstein/02_SHOOTINGS%20%26%20KAMPAGNEN/FOTO/2025_03_Skifahren_Hochwurzen_Christine%20H%C3%B6flehner/39877/image-thumb__39877__lightbox/Hochwurzen%20Sonnenskilauf%202025_247%28c%29%20Christine%20Hoeflehner.c92434af.jpg) copyright: Christine Höflehner Why sun skiing in Schladming-Dachstein is worthwhile ------------------------------------------------------ ### As we all know, the best is saved for last... Sunny skiing in Schladming-Dachstein means good piste conditions with firn snow, regional cuisine and special events at the end of the season. If you still want to ski in Austria in spring, you will find suitable conditions around the nine ski mountains for an Easter vacation with added value. Ski mountains [learn more](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/en/schladming-dachstein-discover/winter-mountains) copyright: Christine Höflehner Open facilities [learn more](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/en/info-and-service/operating-hours-winter) copyright: Marlene Eggmayr Piste map [learn more](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/en/activities/skiing/piste-map) copyright: Christine Höflehner [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Schladming-Dachstein/02_SHOOTINGS%20%26%20KAMPAGNEN/FOTO/2025_03_Skifahren_Hochwurzen_Christine%20H%C3%B6flehner/39898/image-thumb__39898__lightbox/Hochwurzen%20Sonnenskilauf%202025_024%28c%29%20Christine%20Hoeflehner.bf5770ec.jpg) copyright: Christine Höflehner Good slope conditions until the end of the season --------------------------------------------------- In Schladming-Dachstein, skiing in spring is often possible until the end of the season in mid-April. The north-facing slopes of many ski mountains ensure that the pistes are still in good condition even when spring has already begun in the valley. Thanks to the attractive combination of firn snow, sunshine and a wide range of pistes, skiing in the sun is particularly worthwhile for anyone who wants a relaxed end to the ski season. [Check current slope conditions](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/en/info-and-service/webcams-and-weather) Sunny huts and regional cuisine --------------------------------- Skiing in the sun doesn't just mean skiing, but also enjoying the spring sunshine. In Schladming-Dachstein, over 90 huts invite you to combine regional specialties and relaxed breaks with mountain views. The combination of exercise, sunshine and culinary delights makes spring skiing a special experience. This quickly turns a day of skiing into an all-round enjoyable spring day in the mountains. [View ski huts](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/en/schladming-dachstein-discover/cuisine/ski-huts) [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Schladming-Dachstein/02_SHOOTINGS%20%26%20KAMPAGNEN/FOTO/2025_03_Skifahren_Hochwurzen_Christine%20H%C3%B6flehner/39883/image-thumb__39883__lightbox/Hochwurzen%20Sonnenskilauf%202025_090%28c%29%20Christine%20Hoeflehner.5fbfa66e.jpg) copyright: Christine Höflehner [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Schladming-Dachstein/02_SHOOTINGS%20%26%20KAMPAGNEN/FOTO/2025_01_Familienskifahren_Planai_Lorenz%20Masser/43453/image-thumb__43453__lightbox/20250116SchladmingDachstein%C2%A9LorenzMasser0112.fa07658a.jpg) copyright: Lorenz Masser Skiing at Easter with family benefits --------------------------------------- An Easter ski vacation in Schladming-Dachstein combines spring skiing with family-friendly offers. From March 14, 2026, children up to the age of 15 ski free of charge until the end of the season, provided at least one parent buys a 6-day ski pass. This makes skiing at Easter particularly worthwhile for families who want to spend time together on the slopes and enjoy a varied vacation in the region. [Use more family ski offers](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/en/activities/skiing/family-ski) Events around the season finale --------------------------------- The sunny ski season in Schladming-Dachstein also includes events that make the end of the season unique. In spring, musical events, Easter traditions and gourmet moments provide additional variety. The region combines skiing in spring with atmosphere and adventure. Ideal for guests who want to round off their day of skiing with entertainment and regional highlights. [To the calendar of events](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/en/event/event-calendar) [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/_system/feratel/events/Reif%20f%C3%BCr%20die%20Insel%20am%20Hauser%20Kaibling/148290/image-thumb__148290__lightbox/Reif_f-c3-bcr_die_Insel.10df635c.jpg) copyright: Moritz Weichselberger Schladming-Dachstein Overview of the ski region ---------------------------- Free ski tickets ------------------ for children up to 6 years ---------------------------- From the 2025/26 winter season, all children up to the age of six can ski for free in the entire Schladming-Dachstein region! [Learn more](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/en/info-and-service/news-blog/free-ski-tickets-for-children-up-to-the-age-of-6_bba_13528) copyright: © Christine Höflehner Ski passes for skiing in the sun ---------------------------------- If you want to ski in Schladming-Dachstein in spring, you will find suitable ski passes for individual days as well as for longer stays. Whether a spontaneous day of skiing in the sun, an Easter vacation or several days of spring skiing: With day passes and multi-day passes, the right ticket can be selected quickly and easily. ### Ski pass prices day passes Ski amadé and Schneebärencard Ski amadé daily ski-passes Riesneralm and Planneralm day tickets Ski amadé Galsterberg day ticket Ski amadé Rittisberg day tickets main season off season from 19.12.2026 until 26.03.2027 ### Ticket validity period choose your ticket **3 hour ticket** ### adults Online Early Booking Price 59,00€ - 69,50€ Ticket office price 69,50€ ### youth Online Early Booking Price 44,00€ - 52,00€ Ticket office price 52,00€ ### child Online Early Booking Price 29,50€ - 34,50€ Ticket office price 34,50€ **1 day ticket** ### adults Online Early Booking Price 69,50€ - 81,50€ Ticket office price 81,50€ ### youth Online Early Booking Price 52,00€ - 61,00€ Ticket office price 61,00€ ### child Online Early Booking Price 34,50€ - 41,00€ Ticket office price 41,00€ **from 12 noon ticket** ### adults Online Early Booking Price 59,00€ - 69,50€ Ticket office price 69,50€ ### youth Online Early Booking Price 44,00€ - 52,00€ Ticket office price 52,00€ ### child Online Early Booking Price 29,50€ - 34,50€ Ticket office price 34,50€ age requirments 2026/2027 ------------------------- adult: Born in 2007 and born earlier youth: Born between 2008 and 2010 (Photo ID required) child: Born between 2011 and 2020 (Photo ID required) ### Ski pass prices multi-day tickets Ski amadé and Schneebärencard Ski amadé multi-day ski-passes Riesneralm and Planneralm multi-dayticket Ski amadé Rittisberg multi-dayticket main season off season from 19.12.2026 until 26.03.2027 ### Ticket validity period choose your ticket 2 days Ski amadé ### adults Online Early Booking Price 137,50€ - 161,50€ Ticket office price 161,50€ ### youth Online Early Booking Price 103,50€ - 122,00€ Ticket office price 122,00€ ### child Online Early Booking Price 69,00€ - 81,00€ Ticket office price 81,00€ 2,5 days Ski amadé ### adults Online Early Booking Price 188,00€ - 221,00€ Ticket office price 221,00€ ### youth Online Early Booking Price 140,50€ - 165,50€ Ticket office price 165,50€ ### child Online Early Booking Price 94,00€ - 110,50€ Ticket office price 110,50€ 3 days Ski amadé ### adults Online Early Booking Price 205,00€ - 241,00€ Ticket office price 241,00€ ### youth Online Early Booking Price 155,00€ - 182,50€ Ticket office price 182,50€ ### child Online Early Booking Price 103,50€ - 121,50€ Ticket office price 121,50€ 4 days Ski amadé ### adults Online Early Booking Price 272,00€ - 320,00€ Ticket office price 320,00€ ### youth Online Early Booking Price 205,50€ - 242,00€ Ticket office price 242,00€ ### child Online Early Booking Price 137,50€ - 161,50€ Ticket office price 161,50€ 5 days Ski amadé ### adults Online Early Booking Price 333,00€ - 391,50€ Ticket office price 391,50€ ### youth Online Early Booking Price 250,00€ - 294,00€ Ticket office price 294,00€ ### child Online Early Booking Price 166,50€ - 196,00€ Ticket office price 196,00€ 5 in 7 days Ski amadé ### adults Online Early Booking Price 342,50€ - 403,00€ Ticket office price 403,00€ ### youth Online Early Booking Price 257,00€ - 302,50€ Ticket office price 302,50€ ### child Online Early Booking Price 171,50€ - 201,50€ Ticket office price 201,50€ 6 days Ski amadé ### adults Online Early Booking Price 367,50€ - 432,50€ Ticket office price 432,50€ ### youth Online Early Booking Price 276,00€ - 324,50€ Ticket office price 324,50€ ### child Online Early Booking Price 184,00€ - 216,50€ Ticket office price 216,50€ 7 days Ski amadé ### adults Online Early Booking Price 398,50€ - 469,00€ Ticket office price 469,00€ ### youth Online Early Booking Price 299,00€ - 351,50€ Ticket office price 351,50€ ### child Online Early Booking Price 199,50€ - 234,50€ Ticket office price 234,50€ 8 days Ski amadé ### adults Online Early Booking Price 438,00€ - 515,50€ Ticket office price 515,50€ ### youth Online Early Booking Price 328,50€ - 386,00€ Ticket office price 386,50€ ### child Online Early Booking Price 219,00€ - 257,50€ Ticket office price 257,50€ 9 days Ski amadé ### adults Online Early Booking Price 475,00€ - 559,00€ Ticket office price 559,00€ ### youth Online Early Booking Price 356,00€ - 419,00€ Ticket office price 419,00€ ### child Online Early Booking Price 237,50€ - 279,50€ Ticket office price 279,50€ 10 days Ski amadé ### adults Online Early Booking Price 507,00€ - 596,50€ Ticket office price 596,50€ ### youth Online Early Booking Price 380,50€ - 447,50€ Ticket office price 447,50€ ### child Online Early Booking Price 253,50€ - 298,50€ Ticket office price 298,50€ 11 days Ski amadé ### adults Online Early Booking Price 537,00€ - 632,00€ Ticket office price 632,00€ ### youth Online Early Booking Price 403,00€ - 474,00€ Ticket office price 474,00€ ### child Online Early Booking Price 268,50€ - 316,00€ Ticket office price 316,00€ 12 days Ski amadé ### adults Online Early Booking Price 565,50€ - 665,00€ Ticket office price 665,00€ ### youth Online Early Booking Price 424,00€ - 499,00€ Ticket office price 499,00€ ### child Online Early Booking Price 283,00€ - 333,00€ Ticket office price 333,00€ 13 days Ski amadé ### adults Online Early Booking Price 593,00€ - 697,50€ Ticket office price 697,50€ ### youth Online Early Booking Price 444,50€ - 523,00€ Ticket office price 523,00€ ### child Online Early Booking Price 296,50€ - 349,00€ Ticket office price 349,00€ 14 days Ski amadé ### adults Online Early Booking Price 618,50€ - 727,50€ Ticket office price 727,50€ ### youth Online Early Booking Price 463,50€ - 545,50€ Ticket office price 545,50€ ### child Online Early Booking Price 309,50€ - 364,00€ Ticket office price 364,00€ 15 days Ski amadé ### adults Online Early Booking Price 644,00€ - 757,50€ Ticket office price 757,50€ ### youth Online Early Booking Price 483,00€ - 568,00€ Ticket office price 568,00€ ### child Online Early Booking Price 322,00€ - 379,00€ Ticket office price 379,00€ 16 days Ski amadé ### adults Online Early Booking Price 668,00€ - 786,00€ Ticket office price 786,00€ ### youth Online Early Booking Price 501,00€ - 589,50€ Ticket office price 589,50€ ### child Online Early Booking Price 334,00€ - 393,00€ Ticket office price 393,00€ 17 days Ski amadé ### adults Online Early Booking Price 690,00€ - 812,00€ Ticket office price 812,00€ ### youth Online Early Booking Price 517,50€ - 609,00€ Ticket office price 609,00€ ### child Online Early Booking Price 345,00€ - 406,00€ Ticket office price 406,00€ 18 days Ski amadé ### adults Online Early Booking Price 710,50€ - 836,00€ Ticket office price 836,00€ ### youth Online Early Booking Price 533,00€ - 627,00€ Ticket office price 627,00€ ### child Online Early Booking Price 355,50€ - 418,00€ Ticket office price 418,00€ age requirments 2026/2027 ------------------------- adult: Born in 2007 and born earlier youth: Born between 2008 and 2010 (Photo ID required) child: Born between 2011 and 2020 (Photo ID required) Family action in Ski amadé ---------------------------- ### for Easter Something for free at Easter. From March 14, 2026 until the end of the season, children up to the age of 15 ski for free if at least one parent buys a 6-day ski pass. Entertainment on and off the slopes is of course guaranteed. [learn more](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/en/info-and-service/news-blog/ski-amade-easter-family-campaign_bba_10109) ![Ein Kind und ein Erwachsener benutzen das Förderband beim Skifahren, das Kind schaut leicht nach links und der Erwachsene dahinter blickt in die Kamera, im Hintergrund sieht man Wald, Nebelfelder, Berge sowie einen Zaun und Tafeln | © Lorenz Masser](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/Schladming-Dachstein/02_SHOOTINGS%20%26%20KAMPAGNEN/FOTO/2025_01_Familienskifahren_Planai_Lorenz%20Masser/43531/image-thumb__43531__full-width-teaser_auto_da235f058aee0c324e8c57e3514c65d4/20250116SchladmingDachstein%C2%A9LorenzMasser0322.a5b59dff.jpg "Skifahren Planai Kleinkinder | © Lorenz Masser") copyright: Lorenz Masser The Dachstein Glacier ----------------------- The roof of the region ------------------------ [Discover the Dachstein](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/de/schladming-dachstein-entdecken/winterberge/dachstein) copyright: David McConaghy Accommodation --------------- Here you will find the accommodation that suits your vacation. The selection ranges from cozy guesthouses and family-run farms to stylish hotels and chalets surrounded by nature. Alle Unterkünfte [mehr erfahren](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/de/urlaub-planen/unterkunftssuche) Copyright: Falkensteiner Hotel Schladming Hotels [mehr erfahren](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/de/urlaub-planen/unterkunftssuche/hotels) Copyright: Lindenhof Ferienwohnungen & Appartements [mehr erfahren](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/de/urlaub-planen/unterkunftssuche/ferienwohnungen-appartements) Copyright: TIEBER Ferienhäuser & Chalets [mehr erfahren](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/de/urlaub-planen/unterkunftssuche/ferienhaeuser) Copyright: Christine Höflehner Photography Gasthöfe, Pensionen & Privatzimmer [mehr erfahren](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/de/urlaub-planen/unterkunftssuche/pensionen-gasthoefe-privatzimmer) Copyright: Georg Knaus Bauernhöfe [mehr erfahren](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/de/urlaub-planen/unterkunftssuche/bauernhoefe) Copyright: Ramsbergerhof Plan your vacation -------------------- In Schladming-Dachstein you will find the accommodation that suits your vacation - from cozy guesthouses and family-run farms to stylish hotels and chalets. Book directly online or browse through the world of hosts and discover your personal vacation home. Questions and answers ----------------------- ### Sun skiing What does “sun skiing” mean? Sun skiing means enjoying skiing in warm temperatures, plenty of sunshine, and perfectly groomed firn snow. You hit the slopes in the morning and relax on a sunny terrace in the afternoon – the perfect mix of activity and enjoyment. When does sun skiing start in Schladming-Dachstein? Sun skiing usually starts in March and lasts – depending on snow conditions – until after Easter. Expect great conditions with lots of sunshine and pleasantly soft slopes. Is skiing in spring still worth it? Absolutely! Spring offers longer days, milder temperatures, and a more relaxed atmosphere. Especially in the morning, you’ll find perfectly prepared slopes. Is there still enough snow in Schladming-Dachstein in spring? Yes – thanks to the north-facing slopes and modern snowmaking systems, the slopes are well maintained. Especially in higher ski areas, you can count on very good conditions. Can you still ski in Schladming-Dachstein at Easter? Yes, skiing is usually possible until Easter. Many lifts are still open and offer ideal conditions for a spring ski holiday. Who is a ski holiday at Easter in Schladming-Dachstein suitable for? Perfect for anyone who wants to combine skiing with enjoyment: families, leisure skiers, sun lovers, and those looking for relaxed days on the slopes away from peak season crowds. How many ski mountains are there in the Schladming-Dachstein ski region? A total of 9 ski mountains await you in Schladming-Dachstein. Of these, 7 belong to the Ski amadé ski association and 2 to the Schneebären Card. **Ski amadé** - Hauser Kaibling - Planai - Hochwurzen - Reiteralm - Rittisberg - Galsterberg - Fageralm **Schneebären Card** - Riesneralm - Planneralm Which ski mountains are suitable for beginners and families? With **92 kilometers of** blue slopes, the area is particularly child- and youth-friendly. The following children's areas are located directly at the valley station: - **Wollis Kids Park** at Hauser Kaibling - **Kaliland** in Ramsau am Dachstein - **Riesneralm children's ski area** - **Children's area at the Planneralm** The following ski mountains boast spacious and lovingly designed children's areas: - The Gallic ski village on the **Galsterberg** - Hopsi-Winterkinderland on the **Planai** - **Reiteralm** Kinderland - Kali'sadventure slopes in **Ramsau am Dachstein** - Children's ski routes **Fageralm** [learn more](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/en/activities/skiing/family-ski) What regional specialties are there in Schladming-Dachstein? You should definitely try Ennstaler Steirerkas cheese with Steirerkrapfen, the spicy centerpiece of many alpine dishes, and Miasl, a traditional pastry from the region. Other delicacies worth trying include Kasnocken, homemade strudel, and regional meat dishes—all made with ingredients sourced directly from local farms. How many lifts are there? **Total number of lifts: 99** - 24 chairlifts - 15 cable cars - 60 T-bar and practice lifts How many kilometers of slopes are there in Schladming-Dachstein? The total length is **222 kilometers of slopes,** which are divided into the following levels of difficulty: - blue (easy): 92 km - red (medium): 115 km - black (difficult): 15 km Are there ski depots? Yes, the following ski depots are available in Schladming-Dachstein: - [Planet Planai & Planai West (Hochwurzen)](http://www.planai.at/de/aktivitaeten/skifahren/skidepot) - [Hauser Kaibling](http://www.hauser-kaibling.at/de/aktivitaeten/skifahren/skidepot) - [Reiteralm](http://www.reiteralm.at/de/aktivitaeten/skifahren/skidepot)