--- title: "Skiing in Upper Austria | 360° Alpenland" url: "https://www.360alpenland.com/en/ski-holiday.html" description: "Your skiing holiday between Pyhrn and Priel: top pistes, family-friendly ski areas & thermal spa enjoyment in Bad Hall. Discover the 360° Alpine region now!" image: "https://www.360alpenland.com/fileadmin/user_upload/360alpenland/Logos/360Alpenland-Logo.png" date: 2026-04-23 modified: 2026-04-23 --- # Skiing in Upper Austria | 360° Alpenland ![Zwei Erwachsene und zwei Kinder fahren hintereinander auf einer Piste im Skigebiet Hinterstoder in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel, im Hintergrund verschneite Bergrücken.](https://www.360alpenland.com/fileadmin/_processed_/3/c/csm_PyhrnPrielHinterstoderSkifahrenFamiliePiste_OberoesterreichTourismusGmbHMoritzAblinger_75b6cfa1d8.jpg "Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Moritz Ablinger Familie bei der Abfahrt im Skigebiet Hinterstoder in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel.") ![Zwei Erwachsene und zwei Kinder fahren hintereinander auf einer Piste im Skigebiet Hinterstoder in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel, im Hintergrund verschneite Bergrücken.](https://www.360alpenland.com/fileadmin/_processed_/3/c/csm_PyhrnPrielHinterstoderSkifahrenFamiliePiste_OberoesterreichTourismusGmbHMoritzAblinger_7de97bc4ce.jpg "Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Moritz Ablinger Familie bei der Abfahrt im Skigebiet Hinterstoder in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel.") Ski holidays in the 360° Alps =============================== Open copyright © Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Moritz Ablinger Familie bei der Abfahrt im Skigebiet Hinterstoder in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel. Close copyright [ Accommodation Booking ](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/accommodation.html) On skis through the mountains of Upper Austria ---------------------------------------------- In the south of Upper Austria, Pyhrn-Priel beckons with **striking peaks** and living mountain tradition. When the slopes between Hinterstoder and Wurzeralm are clad in white, **skiing** begins with a clear breath of winter air. Wide pistes, groomed runs and mountain panoramas create space for sporty turns and sweeping views. At the same time, small, **family-run ski lifts** show a different, quieter side of winter in 360° Alpenland. Manageable slopes, short distances and personal encounters make it easy to arrive - especially for families and beginners. The result is a day of skiing that combines exercise, closeness to the landscape and a genuine mountain feeling - right in the heart of Upper Austria. [ ![Zwi Skifahrer fahren die Piste in Hinterstoder auf der Höss hinab. Im Hintergrund erheben sich die verschneiten Berge.](https://www.360alpenland.com/fileadmin/_processed_/d/e/csm_PyhrnPriel_SkifahrenHoess_PyhrnPrielTourismusGmbHwhatifmedia_005_249dc0bd44.jpg "Foto Pyhrn-Priel Tourismus GmbH/what if media Skifahren auf der Höss in Hinterstoder in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel.") Ski resorts in the 360° Alps Slopes. Panorama. Mountain feeling. ](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/ski-resorts.html) Open copyright © Foto Pyhrn-Priel Tourismus GmbH/what if media Skifahren auf der Höss in Hinterstoder in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel. Close copyright [ ![Der große Messstab zeigt an wieviel Schnee insgesamt liegt.](https://www.360alpenland.com/fileadmin/_processed_/0/7/csm_PyhrnPrielSchneemesserin_PyhrnPrielTourismusGmbHMarkusKohlmayr_16_5324c40bfe.jpg "Foto Pyhrn Priel Tourismus GmbH/Markus Kohlmayr Die Schneemesserin vom Hengstpass in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel.") Snow depths and snow reports Inform today, drive tomorrow. ](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/snow-depths-and-snow-reports.html) Open copyright © Foto Pyhrn Priel Tourismus GmbH/Markus Kohlmayr Die Schneemesserin vom Hengstpass in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel. Close copyright [ ![Ein Skifahrer schnallt seine Ski an, um los zu fahren.](https://www.360alpenland.com/fileadmin/_processed_/f/6/csm_PyhrnPriel_SkifahrenHoessHinterstoder_PyhrnPrielTourismusGmbHMarkusKohlmayr_036_75ad194e96.jpg "Foto Pyhrn-Priel Tourismus GmbH/Markus Kohlmayr Skifahren in Hinterstoder auf der Höss in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel.") Ski hire Borrow and drive off ](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/ski-hire.html) Open copyright © Foto Pyhrn-Priel Tourismus GmbH/Markus Kohlmayr Skifahren in Hinterstoder auf der Höss in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel. Close copyright [ ![Ein Bus an einer Haltestelle im Winter.](https://www.360alpenland.com/fileadmin/_processed_/8/7/csm_Skibus_Hinterstoder%40O%C3%96VV_c5f37229b7.jpg "Foto OÖVV Oberösterreich Verkehrsverbund in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel.") Ski bus Stress-free access to the ski area ](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/ski-bus.html) Open copyright © Foto OÖVV Oberösterreich Verkehrsverbund in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel. Close copyright [ ![Die Skilehrer üben mit den Kindern auf der Wurzeralm das Kurvenfahren.](https://www.360alpenland.com/fileadmin/_processed_/d/8/csm_Schulskikurs_Raitmayr_a9521d7642.jpg "Foto HIWU/Raithmayr Skischule in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel.") Ski schools For beginners, advanced and returners ](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/ski-schools.html) Open copyright © Foto HIWU/Raithmayr Skischule in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel. Close copyright [ ![Blick auf den Pool vom Almresort Baumschlagerberg.](https://www.360alpenland.com/fileadmin/_processed_/6/e/csm_PyhrnPriel_AlmresortBaumschlagerberg_14_fbc885bd94.jpg "Foto Almresort Baumschlagerberg Das Almresort Baumschlagerberg in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel.") Ski and winter packages Holiday offers for your winter moment ](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/skiurlaub/ski-and-winter-packages.html) Open copyright © Foto Almresort Baumschlagerberg Das Almresort Baumschlagerberg in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel. Close copyright [ ![ÖBB Cityjet drives through a winter landscape.](https://www.360alpenland.com/fileadmin/_processed_/f/e/csm_Cityjet_Winter_79e30737f1.jpg "ÖBB Cityjet in winter | Photo: ÖBB / Eisenberger") Ski day with ÖBB ÖBB Holiday Express from Vienna ](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/ski-day-with-oebb.html) Open copyright © ÖBB Cityjet in winter | Photo: ÖBB / Eisenberger Close copyright Ski holidays in 360° Alpenland combine **wide turns with quiet winter moments** [away from the piste](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/winter-off-the-piste.html). Snowshoeing or tobogganing, for example, reveal the peaceful side of the mountain world between Pyhrn and Priel. And when the rain replaces the snow, the warmth of the thermal baths, museums and culture await - for cosy days indoors. [ ![Ein Kind klettert in der Kletterhalle Windischgarsten hoch hinauf.](https://www.360alpenland.com/fileadmin/_processed_/0/0/csm_PyhrnPriel_KletterzentrumWindischgarsten_SarahKreutzhuber_13_eee0562cad.jpg "Foto Sarah Kreutzhuber Klettern und bouldern in der Kletterhalle Windischgarsten in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel.") Raindrop programme Good moments in bad weather ](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/raindrop-programme.html) Open copyright © Foto Sarah Kreutzhuber Klettern und bouldern in der Kletterhalle Windischgarsten in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel. Close copyright Things to know about skiing holidays in Upper Austria's Pyhrn-Priel holiday region ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [ Where can you ski in 360° Alpenland? ](#ttgNCECollapse459181) ------------------------------------------------------------------ In the south, the [Höss](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/203103/skigebiet-hinterstoder-hutterer-hoess.html) ski area in Hinterstoder and the [Wurzeralm](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/430001384/ski-area-wurzeralm-spital-am-pyhrn.html) near Spital am Pyhrn offer a variety of pistes and sweeping views of the mountains between Pyhrn and Priel. The offer is complemented by smaller, family-run ski lifts such as the [Forsteralm](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/201805/forsteralm-ski-area-gaflenz.html) and the Gasthof Stubauer ski lift in Gaflenz, the [Glasenberg](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/201361/skilift-glasenberg.html) in Maria Neustift, the [Hotz ski lift](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/430001415/hotz-ski-lift-in-oberweng.html) in Oberweng and the [Raml lift](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/430000525/raml-ski-lift-molln.html) in Molln. [ Is the 360° Alpenland suitable for skiing holidays with children? ](#ttgNCECollapse459182) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Yes, ski schools, children's areas and wide practice slopes create a safe environment for those first turns. Short distances between accommodation and the ski area make the day easier. In addition, toboggan runs and winter hiking trails provide variety away from the slopes for a successful family skiing holiday. [ What makes a skiing holiday in 360° Alpenland different from other regions? ](#ttgNCECollapse459183) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The proximity of adventure areas. It's not a long way from the ski area to culture, city life or wellness. The 1,000-year-old town of Steyr, the spa town of Bad Hall and the nature around the Kalkalpen National Park are embedded in a shared attitude to life. Those who ski here not only experience kilometres of pistes, but also a winter that combines mountains, culture and warmth. [ What winter sports options are there besides skiing in 360° Alpenland? ](#ttgNCECollapse459184) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In addition to skiing and snowboarding, the 360° Alpenland also [offers winter sports away from the pistes](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/winter-off-the-piste.html) with quiet winter spaces: such as cross-country skiing through snow-covered valleys, snowshoeing to the rhythm of your own stride or tobogganing on natural tracks with a view of the mountains between Pyhrn and Priel. [ Are there ski hire shops in 360° Alpenland? ](#ttgNCECollapse459185) ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Yes, there are [ski hire shops](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/ski-hire.html) in the Wurzeralm and Hinterstoder ski resorts. Here you can hire the latest ski equipment, including skis, snowboards and helmets. [ What options are there for ski courses in the south of Upper Austria? ](#ttgNCECollapse459186) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the mountains between Pyhrn and Priel, the [Wurzeralm](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/430001384/ski-area-wurzeralm-spital-am-pyhrn.html) and [Hinterstoder](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/203103/skigebiet-hinterstoder-hutterer-hoess.html) ski resorts offer ski courses for children, teenagers and adults - from first contact with the snow to safe techniques on steeper terrain. The regional ski schools work in small groups or in individual private lessons. This creates space for personal feedback, clear learning steps and enjoyment of movement in the snow. [ Which accommodation is located directly on the piste or close to the piste? ](#ttgNCECollapse459188) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the region you will find a large selection of [**accommodation**](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/accommodation.html) **close to the piste** - from rustic chalets and comfortable hotels to family-friendly guesthouses. Houses around **Hinterstoder**, **Spital am Pyhrn** and **Gaflenz** are particularly popular, where you can head straight from the breakfast table to the piste. There is also a [ski bus](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/ski-bus.html) that takes you comfortably to the larger ski areas. [ When is the best time for a skiing holiday in the Pyhrn-Priel holiday region? ](#ttgNCECollapse459189) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The ski season in the Pyhrn-Priel holiday region usually starts in December and lasts until March or April, depending on the snow conditions. The best snow conditions are often from January to March. [ Can I buy ski passes for the Wurzeralm and Hinterstoder ski areas online? ](#ttgNCECollapse459190) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Yes, [ski passes](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/ski-tickets-hinterstoder-wurzeralm.html) for the [Hinterstoder](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/203103/skigebiet-hinterstoder-hutterer-hoess.html) and [Wurzeralm](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/430001384/ski-area-wurzeralm-spital-am-pyhrn.html) ski areas can be conveniently purchased online. This saves you time and you can go straight to the piste. [ What are the snow conditions like? Are the pistes open? ](#ttgNCECollapse459242) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Current [**snow reports, snow depths**](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/snow-depths-and-snow-reports.html) **and open pistes** can be found at any time via the ski resorts' live webcams and snow updates. So you always know exactly where the best conditions are - for fresh powder snow or sunny firn runs. [ Are there indoor activities in bad weather? ](#ttgNCECollapse459243) ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Yes - even in a snowstorm or fog, you won't get bored! Visit exciting **museums, shows or escape rooms**, go **climbing in the hall**, relax in the **cinema** or treat yourself to a day at the **Bad Hall thermal spa**. The region offers many weather-independent experiences for young and old.