Saalbach-Hinterglemm is a ski resort located in Salzburg, Austria, sitting at an elevation range of 3,281ft (1000m) to 6,890ft (2100m). With a vertical drop of 3,609ft (1100m), the resort offers 270 trails served by 70 lifts across 2,000 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Salzburg Airport (SZG), approximately 90 minutes by car. The resort receives an average of 180 inches of snowfall annually. Snowmaking covers 90% of the terrain, ensuring consistent conditions throughout the season.
Early December to Mid April
Groomed, consistent surface. Good skiing.
45cm
Snow Depth
(18")
0°C
-6°C to 0°C
(21°F / 32°F)
180"
Annual Snowfall
(457cm)
90%
Snowmaking
coverage
180"
annual avg
270
Total Trails
70
Lifts
2,000
Skiable Acres
3,609ft
Vertical Drop
Saalbach-Hinterglemm offers a balanced mix of terrain with 33% beginner, 37% intermediate, 22% advanced, and 8% expert-only runs. The generous proportion of green runs makes this a solid choice for beginners and families learning to ski.
70
Total Lifts
3,609ft
Vertical Drop
1,100m
(3,609ft)
6,890ft
Peak
3,281ft
Base
Day pass pricing across the season
$66
avg/day
January offers the best overall balance of snow quality, crowd levels, and pricing at Saalbach-Hinterglemm. The snowpack is generally well-established with consistent groomed conditions. Moderate crowds mean reasonable lift lines, especially on weekdays.
February
50cm snow, high crowds, $72/day
April
$55/day, 10cm snow, very low crowds
45cm
snowfall
0°/-6°
high/low °C
crowds
$69
day pass
50cm
snowfall
2°/-4°
high/low °C
crowds
$72
day pass
35cm
snowfall
6°/0°
high/low °C
crowds
$65
day pass
10cm
snowfall
11°/4°
high/low °C
crowds
$55
day pass
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 weather forecasts, crowd analysis, and packing tips for Saalbach-Hinterglemm.
Adult Day Pass
$65
per day
Season Pass
$730
full season
Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:
Day pass pricing at Saalbach-Hinterglemm varies by date. Peak periods (holidays and weekends) may cost 10-15% more. Purchasing lift tickets online in advance typically saves $10-20 per ticket. Saalbach-Hinterglemm is included on the Ski Circus pass, which can offer significant savings for skiers visiting multiple resorts per season.
Salzburg Airport (SZG)
Approx. 90 min drive
Salzburg, Austria 🇦🇹
47.3914°N, 12.6397°E
The drive from Salzburg Airport to Saalbach-Hinterglemm takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. Consider booking a shuttle transfer or renting a car with winter tires and chains.
Saalbach-Hinterglemm offers a range of accommodation options for every budget. On-mountain lodging provides ski-in/ski-out convenience but typically costs 30-50% more than staying in the nearest town. Budget travelers can find hostel-style accommodations starting around $40 per night, while mid-range hotels and condos average $100-180 per night. Luxury ski-in/ski-out properties can exceed $250 per night during peak periods.
Booking 2-3 months in advance secures better rates, especially for holiday periods. Many resorts offer lift-and-lodging packages that bundle accommodation with multi-day tickets at a discount.