Skiing in Schladming: If you’re planning a winter holiday in Schladming and want to experience diverse skiing during a single stay, your main goal will be the 4-Berge-Skischaukel Schladming. The connection of the four mountains—Planai, Hochwurzen, Hauser Kaibling, and Reiteralm—offers a total of 123 kilometers of slopes, which you can move between on skis throughout the day without having to take off your boots or hop on a ski bus.
For us, that’s the biggest advantage and why we love skiing in Schladming so much. You don’t have to pick just one specific area in the morning. You can easily start at Hauser Kaibling, ski across Planai and Hochwurzen all the way to Reiteralm during the day, and then return the same way. However, the entire circuit is long, so if you really want to get to know the individual mountains, I recommend setting aside several days for them.
In the connected area, you’ll find 47.3 km of blue, 67.3 km of red, and 8.4 km of black runs. Over 60% of the slopes are red or black, which perfectly captures the character of Schladming. It’s great for intermediate and sporty skiers, but at the same time, it offers plenty of spots for families and beginners.
TOP 10 accommodation in Schladming
Hauser Kaibling
Schladming slopes: which of the four mountains to choose?
| Area | Character | In our opinion, best for |
|---|---|---|
| Planai | sporty, central, wide selection of runs | all-round skiers and staying directly in Schladming |
| Hochwurzen | clearer layout, family-friendly, night skiing | families, night skiing, and staying in Rohrmoos |
| Hauser Kaibling | wide runs, high altitude, long descents | carving and intermediates |
| Reiteralm | sporty, high-quality runs, training area | experienced skiers and arrival from Salzburg |
Where to stay in Schladming?
I recommend not underestimating the choice. I suggest Schladming to those of you who want to have restaurants, shops, the train station, and nightlife within walking distance. Accommodation near Planai is the most practical.
Rohrmoos is better, in our opinion, for a pure skiing holiday. You live higher above the town, often right by the slope, and you’re very close to Hochwurzen.
Haus im Ennstal makes sense if you primarily want Hauser Kaibling. The atmosphere is quieter than in Schladming and access to the slopes is fast.
The area around Gleiming and Pichl near Reiteralm is recommended for those who want to stay on the western edge of the four-mountain area and are arriving from the direction of Salzburg.
Hotel Schütterhof
Hotel Schütterhof in Rohrmoos is one of the most interesting tips if you want a higher standard and truly convenient access to the slopes. The hotel is located right by the slope on Hochwurzen, so you can head out practically from the front door in the morning.
After skiing, the main attraction is the approximately 2,000 m² wellness area with pools and a panoramic infinity pool. The combination of ski-in/ski-out location, wellness, and excellent reviews makes it our choice for a more luxurious stay.
Hotel Schütterhof
Cityhouse Apartments Schladming
For those who prefer their own kitchen and want to stay right in town, I recommend Cityhouse Apartments Schladming. The apartments are located in the center, and access to the Planai slopes is about a three-minute walk from here.
The advantage is the combination of skiing and staying in town: in the evening you don’t have to drive to restaurants, and at the same time, you’re quickly at the cable car in the morning.
Schladming skiing – Official ski map
Before your trip, I recommend saving the complete map of all four connected mountains. It best shows the crossings between Planai, Hochwurzen, Hauser Kaibling, and Reiteralm, as well as the individual valley access points.
4-Berge-Skischaukel Schladming
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Schladming skiing – description of all 4 main resorts
Planai – Schladming’s most famous ski mountain
For most visitors, Planai is synonymous with skiing in Schladming. The main Planai cable car runs practically directly from the town, and at the end of the day, you can return via the famous racing slope to the area where the World Cup night slalom, The Nightrace, is held.
Planai offers approximately 35 kilometers of slopes. You’ll find wide carving runs, sportier sections, a Funslope, Superpark, and timed runs. For children and beginners, the Hopsi Winterkinderland in the Märchenwiese area is particularly important. If you’re traveling with skiers of different levels, Planai is, in our opinion, the most versatile of the four resorts.
The location is also an advantage for me. If you live right in Schladming, you can walk to the Planai access point or use public transport. By car, you can use the parking at Planet Planai or the access at Planai West. However, on busy dates, I recommend heading out early.
Hochwurzen – the family mountain and night skiing
You cross over to Hochwurzen from Planai via Rohrmoos. The mountain itself offers about 23 kilometers of runs and feels a bit quieter to me compared to Planai. The main starting point is Rohrmoos, where the Gipfelbahn Hochwurzen begins.
I recommend Rohrmoos to families who want to stay as close to the slope as possible. Many accommodations are located right by the runs, so you don’t have to deal with commuting to the center of Schladming in the morning.
A big draw is night skiing on Hochwurzen. Slope No. 33 is illuminated, and during the main winter season, it’s open several evenings a week. The cable car usually runs from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM for night operations, and the slope lighting stays on longer.
Hochwurzen night skiing / (c) Gregor Hartl
Please note:
- You need a separate evening ticket for night skiing; a regular day ski pass is not enough. For the 2026/27 season, an evening ticket for an adult costs €36.
Hochwurzen also offers an approximately seven-kilometer toboggan run, making it a very good base even for families who don’t want to spend their entire stay skiing in Schladming.
Hauser Kaibling – wide slopes and the highest point of the four mountains
If I have to pick just one of the connected mountains that focuses on carving, Hauser Kaibling is one of my favorites. You ski at altitudes up to 2,015 meters, and a large part of the area consists of pleasantly wide red runs, which we personally like best.
It’s also great for skiing with children. The Wolli Kids Park is about 24,000 m² and features practice carpets and lifts. More experienced kids, on the other hand, will appreciate the XXL Funslope, which is about 1.46 kilometers long.
Hauser Kaibling / (c) Josh Absenger
We also recommend Hauser Kaibling when arriving from Liezen and Graz. The valley station is located right on the B320 main road, and the resort states there is sufficient parking capacity at the base gondola. Additionally, two valley runs bring you back almost directly to the parking lot at the end of the day.
Reiteralm – sporty skiing and high-quality red runs
Reiteralm forms the western end of the entire resort connection within Schladming skiing. For us, it’s the best choice for sportier skiers. The area has about 32 kilometers of slopes, including 11 km of blue, 18 km of red, and 3 km of black runs. Professional ski teams also train here regularly.
I recommend the main access at the Silver Jet in Gleiming. The valley station is close to the B320 road, and you’ll find a large free parking lot right next to it. Heading west, Reiteralm is also the most suitable mountain when arriving from the A10 motorway and Salzburg.
- The good news at the end of winter is the very extensive technical snowmaking. Reiteralm can cover practically 100% of its slopes with artificial snow.
Reiteralm is also a favorite of ours in the summer season, when you can head here for popular hiking trails, ranging from simple paths to medium-difficulty ones that lead along the peaks. Along the way, you’ll pass several mountain lakes. However, the most enticing one for photographers is Spiegelsee:
Where to start skiing and where to park – Schladming skiing?
If you’re staying directly in Schladming, it’s easiest to get on the cable cars to Planai. From the center, you’re close to the main gondola and can also use Planai West.
From Rohrmoos, I recommend heading straight onto Hochwurzen. The advantage is the quieter environment, a range of ski-in/ski-out accommodations, and easy access to night skiing.
When arriving from Liezen, Hauser Kaibling will be the ideal starting resort for you. If, on the other hand, you’re arriving from Salzburg via the A10, starting at Reiteralm will save you time. There’s a large free parking lot right by the cable car at the Silver Jet.
Good to know:
- Ski buses operate between the main starting points. They can be used for free with a valid ski pass and connect Hauser Kaibling, Planai, Hochwurzen, and Reiteralm, including the train station in Schladming.
Schladming ski pass: how much does skiing cost in the 2026/27 season?
A one-day ski pass allows skiing in the Schladming Dachstein region. In the high season from December 19, 2026, to March 26, 2027, a one-day ski pass for an adult costs approximately €69.50–€81.50 when purchased online depending on the date, while the regular price at the ticket office is €81.50. The price for youth reaches a maximum of €61 and for a child €41.
From a two-day ski pass onwards, the offer expands to Ski amadé, so during a longer holiday, you aren’t limited only to Schladming skiing. Online prices are dynamic and can change depending on the date and time of purchase. If you know the exact dates of your stay, I recommend comparing the price in advance and not automatically waiting until you get to the ticket office.
Schladming skiing – What’s new for the 2026/27 season?
The biggest recent change in the connection remains the modernization completed before the 2025/26 season—the new ten-seater Senderbahn on Hauser Kaibling and the Mitterhausalm I eight-seater chairlift on Planai significantly speed up the crossing between the two mountains.
For winter 2026/27, Hauser Kaibling has announced investments of approximately 2 million euros in slope quality, snowmaking, and digital services.
Winter season opening program in Schladming:
- Concerts by Helene Fischer and other supporting events are planned for the Ski Opening on December 11 and 12, 2026.
For me, Schladming skiing is ideal primarily for visitors who want a truly large selection of runs during a week-long holiday but don’t want to drive between different resorts every day. If you’re a sporty couple, we would choose Planai or Reiteralm; for families with children, I recommend Rohrmoos and Hochwurzen; and for lovers of long carving descents, Hauser Kaibling is great.
