Salzburg, Austria

Saalbach-Hinterglemm Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Early December

Season dates, 270 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Budget Friendly

Snow Sure

6,890ft

Peak Elevation

3,609ft

Vertical Drop

270

Trails

180"

Annual Snow

Overview

Saalbach-Hinterglemm is a ski resort in Salzburg, Austria, with an elevation range from 3,281ft (1000m) to 6,890ft (2100m). The vertical drop is 3,609ft (1100m) across 270 trails served by 70 lifts and 2,000 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Salzburg Airport (SZG), about 90 minutes away by car. Saalbach-Hinterglemm receives an average of 180 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Early December to Mid April

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Opens: Early DecemberCloses: Mid April

Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

50cm(20in)Moderate

Average snowfall in February, Saalbach-Hinterglemm's snowiest peak-season month.

180"

Annual Snowfall

(457cm)

2°C

February Avg High

-4°C

February Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 90% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

180"

annual avg

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

270

Total Trails

Lifts

2,000

Skiable Acres

3,609ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

33%

Beginner: 89 trails

37%

Intermediate: 100 trails

22%

Advanced: 59 trails

Expert: 22 trails

33%Beginner (89)

37%Intermediate (100)

22%Advanced (59)

8%Expert (22)

Saalbach-Hinterglemm has 270 trails: 33% green, 37% blue, 22% black, and 8% double-black. With 33% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Saalbach-Hinterglemm.

Lift System & Elevation

Total Lifts

3,609ft

Vertical Drop

1,100m

(3,609ft)

Elevation Profile

6,890ft

Peak

3,281ft

Base

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$66

avg/day

$69

Jan

$72

Feb

$65

Mar

$55

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

$69

Dec

Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: April ($55)

Best Month to Visit Saalbach-Hinterglemm

Top Pick

January

Solid snowGreat valuePeak conditions

score

45cm

Moderate

$69/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Saalbach-Hinterglemm, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 45cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Open

40cm

snowfall

1°/-5°

high/low °C

crowds

$69

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Saalbach-Hinterglemm.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$65

per day

Season Pass

$730

full season

Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:

Ski Circus

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Saalbach-Hinterglemm is included on the Ski Circus pass.

Getting to Saalbach-Hinterglemm

Nearest Airport

Salzburg Airport (SZG)

Approx. 90 min drive

Location

Salzburg, Austria 🇦🇹

47.3914°N, 12.6397°E

The drive from Salzburg Airport to Saalbach-Hinterglemm takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Saalbach-Hinterglemm open for the season?

Saalbach-Hinterglemm typically opens in Early December and closes in Mid April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Saalbach-Hinterglemm?

A day lift pass at Saalbach-Hinterglemm starts at $65 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Saalbach-Hinterglemm good for beginners?

Yes, 33% of Saalbach-Hinterglemm's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).

How much snow does Saalbach-Hinterglemm get per year?

Saalbach-Hinterglemm receives an average of 180 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 90% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Saalbach-Hinterglemm?

January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Saalbach-Hinterglemm in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 45cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Overview

Terrain & Trails

270

Total Trails

Lifts

2,000

Skiable Acres

3,609ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

33%

Beginner: 89 trails

37%

Intermediate: 100 trails

22%

Advanced: 59 trails

Expert: 22 trails

33%Beginner (89)

37%Intermediate (100)

22%Advanced (59)

8%Expert (22)

Saalbach-Hinterglemm has 270 trails: 33% green, 37% blue, 22% black, and 8% double-black. With 33% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Saalbach-Hinterglemm.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Saalbach-Hinterglemm open for the season?

Saalbach-Hinterglemm typically opens in Early December and closes in Mid April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Saalbach-Hinterglemm?

A day lift pass at Saalbach-Hinterglemm starts at $65 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Saalbach-Hinterglemm good for beginners?

Yes, 33% of Saalbach-Hinterglemm's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).

How much snow does Saalbach-Hinterglemm get per year?

Saalbach-Hinterglemm receives an average of 180 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 90% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Saalbach-Hinterglemm?