--- title: "Snowshoeing with a guide | 360° Alpenland" url: "https://www.360alpenland.com/en/snowshoeing/guided-snowshoe-tours.html" description: "Off-piste through snow-covered forests: Your guided snowshoe tour in the heart of Upper Austria. Understand nature, read tracks, enjoy winter. Book now!" image: "https://www.360alpenland.com/fileadmin/user_upload/360alpenland/Logos/360Alpenland-Logo.png" date: 2026-04-25 modified: 2026-04-25 --- # Snowshoeing with a guide | 360° Alpenland ![Eine Gruppe aus zwei Männern und einer Frau macht beim Schneeschuhwandern im Nationalpark Kalkalpen in Oberösterreich an einer Lärche halt und untersucht den Baum.](https://www.360alpenland.com/fileadmin/_processed_/0/c/csm_SchneeschuhwandernNationalparkKalkalpen_NationalparkKalkalpenAngelikaStueckler_03dbfc5f81.jpg "Foto Nationalpark Kalkalpen/Angelika Stückler: Natur entdecken beim Schneeschuhwandern im Nationalpark Kalkalpen in Oberösterreich.") ![Eine Gruppe aus zwei Männern und einer Frau macht beim Schneeschuhwandern im Nationalpark Kalkalpen in Oberösterreich an einer Lärche halt und untersucht den Baum.](https://www.360alpenland.com/fileadmin/_processed_/0/c/csm_SchneeschuhwandernNationalparkKalkalpen_NationalparkKalkalpenAngelikaStueckler_af41d001d9.jpg "Foto Nationalpark Kalkalpen/Angelika Stückler: Natur entdecken beim Schneeschuhwandern im Nationalpark Kalkalpen in Oberösterreich.") Guided Snowshoe tours ======================== © Open copyright © Foto Nationalpark Kalkalpen/Angelika Stückler: Natur entdecken beim Schneeschuhwandern im Nationalpark Kalkalpen in Oberösterreich. Close copyright [ Accommodation Booking ](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/accommodation.html) Mindfully travelling through snow-covered mountain pastures and forests ----------------------------------------------------------------------- With local guides, snowshoeing in Upper Austria becomes a mindful journey of discovery. In the Kalkalpen National Park, on the Hengstpass or in the mountains between Pyhrn and Priel, experienced rangers guide you through snow-covered forests and beautiful landscapes. You will learn how animals cope with winter, read tracks in the snow and find your rhythm in the snow. Guided snowshoe tours in 360° Alpenland combine a nature experience, safety and a real mountain feeling - in the heart of Upper Austria. [ Snowshoeing ](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/snowshoeing.html) --- Interesting facts about snowshoeing in the south of Upper Austria: ------------------------------------------------------------------ [What is snowshoeing?](#ttgNCECollapse464814) --------------------------------------------- **Snowshoeing** takes you step by step through quiet, **snow-covered landscapes**, carried by the clear winter air and the rhythm of your movement. With special **snowshoes**, you hardly sink in and reach places that would otherwise remain hidden in winter. This turns every tour into a powerful moment in nature - soothing for body and mind, out in the vast winter world. [What equipment do I need for snowshoeing?](#ttgNCECollapse464815) ------------------------------------------------------------------ You will need **snowshoes**, weatherproof clothing, warm gloves, a hat, walking poles and sturdy shoes. Optionally, gaiters and a rucksack with provisions and water are also useful. Snowshoes can of course also be hired. [Where can I go snowshoeing in 360° Alpenland?](#ttgNCECollapse464816) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [In the Pyhrn-Priel holiday region, there are numerous marked **snowshoe hiking trails** that lead through picturesque winter landscapes. Each individual route is listed and described on the website under **snowshoe routes** .](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/snowshoeing.html#c464798) [Are there guided snowshoe hikes in 360° Alpenland?](#ttgNCECollapse464817) --------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the mountain world between Pyhrn and Priel, numerous marked **snowshoe hiking trails** await you, leading you through snow-covered forests, across open alpine pastures and to tranquil vantage points. All tours - from leisurely beginners' tours to more challenging routes - can be found collected and clearly described on the website at [**Snowshoe routes**](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/snowshoeing.html#c464796) [Can I hire snowshoes at 360° Alpenland?](#ttgNCECollapse464818) ---------------------------------------------------------------- Yes, there are several hire stations in 360° Alpenland where you can hire snowshoes and the necessary equipment. All providers of [**guided snowshoe hikes**](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/snowshoeing/guided-snowshoe-tours.html) and most [**ski hire shops**](https://www.360alpenland.com/en/ski-hire.html) offer snowshoes for hire. It's best to find out about availability in advance. [What are the benefits of snowshoeing?](#ttgNCECollapse464819) -------------------------------------------------------------- **Snowshoeing** combines exercise and nature in a beneficial way: As an effective **full-body workout**, it strengthens the legs and torso, promotes stamina and gets the circulation going. At the same time, the tranquillity of the snow-covered landscape acts as an antidote to everyday life - fresh winter air, steady steps and wide open spaces help to **reduce stress** and recharge your batteries. [What safety precautions should I take when snowshoeing?](#ttgNCECollapse464820) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find out about the **weather conditions** and **avalanche risk** before you set off. Always carry a **mobile phone** with you and tell someone your planned route. Pay attention to existing markings and stay on the marked paths. [How challenging are the snowshoe hiking trails in 360° Alpenland?](#ttgNCECollapse464821) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The snowshoe hiking trails in the south of Upper Austria vary in **difficulty**. There are easy, flat routes for beginners as well as steeper and longer tours for experienced hikers. Everyone will find the right route here. [How can I prepare for a snowshoe hike?](#ttgNCECollapse464822) --------------------------------------------------------------- Prepare for a snowshoe hike by finding out about the route, the **weather forecastand packing the right equipment. Good physical **fitness** is also an advantage if you want to enjoy the hike.