Winter Activities in Flachau Without Skiing
Experience Winter. No Ski Slopes Needed.
A winter holiday in Flachau doesn’t necessarily mean skiing.
Snow beneath your feet, crisp mountain air, snow-covered trails and time outdoors: at Hotel & Restaurant Schützenhof in Flachau-Reitdorf, you can enjoy everything winter has to offer, even without skis.
Whether you enjoy winter hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing or tobogganing, there are plenty of ways to spend active winter days around the Schützenhof at your own pace. Afterwards, warm up in our wellness area, enjoy a delicious meal in our cosy restaurant and relax in a comfortable room where you can simply feel at home.
Right in the Heart of Your Winter Holiday. Even Without Skiing.
Cross-Country Skiing Right Here in Flachau-Reitdorf
If you prefer to glide at a relaxed, steady pace through the winter landscape, the Schützenhof is a great place to stay.
The Reitdorf cross-country ski trail is just around 50 metres from the hotel, so you can start your day of cross-country skiing right near the Schützenhof.
The Reitdorf cross-country ski trail is ideal for anyone who wants to start their day of cross-country skiing right near the hotel.
The trail is around 6.4 km long with only about 20 metres of elevation gain, making it a relaxed route through the winter landscape of Reitdorf.
Whether you prefer the classic technique or skating style, you’ll be back at the Schützenhof in no time, ready to enjoy a relaxing afternoon.
For those who enjoy spending more time on the trails, the Tauernloipe offers a whole new range of possibilities.
Stretching around 69 kilometres, it connects several villages in the Salzburger Sportwelt and offers plenty of variety for more experienced cross-country skiers.
Of course, you don’t have to cover the entire route. Individual sections are ideal for longer day trips, with opportunities to stop for a meal or a break along the way.
Gnadenalm: A Great Alternative When Snow Conditions Are Unpredictable
If you fancy heading a little higher up into the mountains, or if there is less snow in the valley, the Gnadenalm is a great alternative.
Located at an altitude of around 1,300 metres, this high-altitude trail often offers better snow conditions than the trails in the valley. The Gnadenalm trail, around 18 kilometres long, winds through peaceful, snow-covered scenery and offers routes for both classic cross-country skiing and skating.
Tobogganing: A Little Winter Fun Is Always Welcome
Tobogganing is easy to enjoy, great fun for all ages and a perfect activity for a winter’s day without skis.
One option is the Winterbauer toboggan run. This run is around 2.5 km long and leads from the Winterbauer mountain inn down towards Altenmarkt. With 223 metres of elevation, a few fast bends and daily evening lighting, it’s also a great place for some fun after dark.
The Sattelbauer toboggan run is a natural toboggan run in Flachau, around 2.6 km long. You can walk up or take the toboggan taxi. Once at the top, stop for a bite to eat at the Sattelbauer before enjoying the ride back down into the valley.
Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides
In Flachau, you can enjoy a horse-drawn sleigh ride through the snow-covered Flachau Valley. Rides can be booked directly with the Wechslerhof.
Another option: In Filzmoos, the sleigh rides start in the village centre and take you to the Unterhof or Oberhof alpine huts. The round trip takes around 3.5 hours, including approximately 1.5 hours at the alpine hut.
At the Gnadenalm near Obertauern, the horse-drawn sleigh ride takes around 1 hour and leads through the snow-covered landscape to the Hintergnadenalm. Rides are available daily by prior booking between 11 am and 9 pm.
Winter Hiking and Snowshoeing in Flachau
In Flachau, there are several ways to explore the snow-covered winter landscape on foot. Winter hiking trails lead through snowy forests, along sunny paths and to cosy mountain huts where you can stop for a break. If you’d like to get even closer to nature, snowshoeing takes you off the cleared paths and through snow-covered forests and across wintery mountain slopes.
One lovely option is the snowshoe tour along the Path of Good Wishes or up to the Winterbauer mountain inn. For a particularly peaceful experience, try the snowshoe tour to the Lackenalmen at the foot of the Lackenkogel. This 3.5 km route leads through snowy forests and across meadows into the Lackenalm area. It takes around 2.5 hours and includes 692 metres of elevation gain.
For a regular winter walk, all you need is warm clothing and sturdy footwear suitable for winter conditions. Snowshoes and poles can be hired for the relevant tours.
What to Do in Flachau on a Bad Weather Day in Winter?
After a walk or an outing, you can relax and unwind in the wellness area at the Schützenhof.
The Finnish sauna, bio herbal sauna, steam bath, relaxation room and infrared loungers offer the perfect place to warm up and switch off.
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Therme Amadé in Altenmarkt – just around 10 minutes away by car, perfect for a relaxing day in the warm water.
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Salzburg – around 1 hour away, with plenty to discover, including the Haus der Natur, museums, Hohensalzburg Fortress and places connected to Mozart in the historic old town.
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Salzburg Salt Mines in Bad Dürrnberg – an exciting excursion into the fascinating world of salt, whatever the weather.
Fancy a Day on the Slopes After All?
Even if you’re planning a winter holiday without skiing, you can always decide to spend a day on the slopes at the last minute.
Flachau is part of Ski amadé, and the free ski bus stops right outside the Schützenhof. The Spacejet lift is just a few minutes away by bus.
Your Winter Holiday at Schützenhof Flachau
Whether you enjoy active days outdoors, peaceful winter walks or simply taking time to relax, Flachau has plenty to offer beyond the ski slopes.
At Hotel & Restaurant Schützenhof in Flachau-Reitdorf, you’ll find a cosy place to stay, a welcoming atmosphere, good food and a little wellness time after a day in the winter landscape.
The cross-country ski trail is just 50 metres from the hotel, the free ski bus stops right outside and many winter activities are easy to reach.
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There’s plenty to discover in Flachau even without skis: winter hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, tobogganing and romantic horse-drawn sleigh rides. After a day in the fresh mountain air, the wellness area at Hotel & Restaurant Schützenhof is the perfect place to relax and unwind.
Yes! There are plenty of ways to enjoy an active winter holiday around the Schützenhof. The cross-country ski trail in Reitdorf is just around 50 metres away. Winter walks and tobogganing trips are also easy to include in your holiday. And whenever you feel like taking a break, you can relax in the hotel’s wellness area.