Ski tours on the Schneeberg in Lower Austria

The classic Schneeberg tour and other tour tips

Ski tours on the Schneeberg in Lower Austria.

It is an insider tip among freaks. The Schneeberg attracts ski tourers with its wild nature and powder snow. Local guides lead you safely through alpine terrain.

Only those who have conquered every metre of ascent themselves can enjoy the subsequent descent with the intensity that ski tourers experience. You can feel yourself with every breath as you ascend and descend at breakneck speed. Ski touring becomes a real experience in the Schneeberg region with fantastic views and varied routes.

The equipment is everything.

An avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe are part of the basic equipment, while an avalanche airbag provides additional safety. Many trails lead from the Schneeberg down into the valley, some of them straight through the powder snow. You don't have to be a pro to enjoy them: local guides lead beginners into the world of ski touring in Puchberg am Schneeberg. If you want to get a taste of ski touring for the first time, you can book an introductory course at the Peter Groß ski and mountaineering school in Puchberg. Here you will learn how to use the equipment and benefit from the experience of local guides in the group: because you are never alone in alpine terrain.

The classic Schneeberg tour.

The great classic ski tour on the Schneeberg is very popular, much travelled and therefore usually well prepared and also groomed. It impresses above all with its natural beauty, the marvellous views and the varied descent. Thanks to the piste to Losenheim, the lower section offers good downhill conditions right into spring. However, the tour is often underestimated: without the help of the chairlift, it is a full 1200 metres in altitude to the Fischerhütte, and you should also keep an eye on the avalanche situation! A combination with an ascent over the Schauerstein ridge, which offers great views and is safe from avalanches, is very rewarding. However, if visibility is poor, you should pay close attention to the direction of the compass at the start of the descent from the Fischerhütte!

Tour tip: Breite Ries

The Breite Ries is one of the first steep descents in the Alps and is one of the classics on the Schneeberg. Thanks to its north-easterly exposure, the descent offers very long powder snow and a magnificent view of Puchberg.

Which ski tour in Lower Austria is a special insider tip?

A special insider tip for a ski tour in Lower Austria during your holiday at the 4-star Hotel Schneeberghof is the great classic tour on the Schneeberg. This ski tour is very popular, usually well groomed and often has piste-like conditions and captivates with its impressive natural beauty, breathtaking views and varied descents. Thanks to the piste to Losenheim, the conditions in the lower area often remain excellent well into spring. The 1,200 metres in altitude that have to be conquered on this ski tour are very challenging for some ski tourers. For a more leisurely route, we recommend taking the chairlift up to the Fischerhütte. We particularly recommend the ascent via the Schauerstein ridge, which offers marvellous views.

Can you do a ski tour on the Schneeberg?

A ski tour on the Schneeberg is possible and extremely popular with locals and holidaymakers. The classic route often starts well groomed and offers piste-like conditions. This tour fascinates with its breathtaking natural beauty, marvellous views and varied descents. In the lower section, the pistes to Losenheim provide good skiing conditions right into spring. However, the tour should not be underestimated: Without chairlift assistance, there are 1,200 metres of altitude to overcome to the Fischerhütte, and the avalanche situation must always be kept in mind. The ascent over the safe Schauerstein ridge, which offers magnificent views, is particularly rewarding. Look forward to an unforgettable holiday on the Schneeberg, in the great outdoors and in our spacious wellness area at the 4-star Hotel Schneeberghof.

What equipment do you need for ski touring?

Special equipment is essential for ski touring in order to enjoy nature to the full. Touring skis with skins allow you to ascend, while touring ski boots are ideal for both the ascent and descent. Ski poles with large discs ensure that you don't sink into the deep snow. Safety comes first: an avalanche transceiver, a shovel and a probe are essential. A helmet and ski goggles offer protection against injuries and weather conditions. Warm, breathable clothing, a rucksack with food and a first aid kit are also essential. If the avalanche situation is uncertain, an alternative programme or an avalanche airbag is advisable. If you have any questions about your winter holiday in Puchberg am Schneeberg, the 4-star wellness hotel Schneeberghof will be happy to help.