Discover dreamlike slopes while enjoying Austria’s breathtaking winter landscapes – this is skiing at its purest. Yet what may sound expensive and luxurious doesn’t have to be. Especially in the Alpine republic, where the alpine king of sports is the number one national pastime, there are plenty of affordable ski resorts. But which ski areas from its portfolio can SnowTrex recommend here – and how much will winter sports enthusiasts pay for a day lift pass? We answer these questions and also reveal additional insider tips for your next winter holiday in Austria.
Affordable ski resorts in Austria at a glance
| Ski resort | Lift pass
6 days | Lunch
Main course, in mountain hut | Beer 0.5 L | Holiday apartment 7 nights, 2 persons | Hotel 7 nights, 2 persons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski area Wildkogel-Arena | £300 | £15 | £5 | £1,390 | £1,850 |
| Ski area Silvretta Montafon | £301 | £17 | £5 | £1,490 | £1,820 |
| Ski area Zillertal Arena | £334 | £15 | £5.50 | £1,500 | £1,650 |
| Ski region Gastein - Ski amadé | £360 | £18 | £5.30 | £1,120 | £1,590 |
| Ski area SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental | £345 | £16 | £4.50 | £1,650 | £1,870 |
Overview: All ski resorts in Austria
1. Ski area Wildkogel-Arena
- 6-day lift pass: £300
- Kilometres of slopes: 75 km
- Average lunch price: £15
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The Wildkogel Arena ski resort in the Salzburg region offers excellent value for money and 75 kilometres of perfectly groomed slopes. This family-friendly ski resort extends up to an altitude of 2,100 metres and offers an appealing mix of easy and moderately difficult runs. With a 6-day ski pass costing an average of £300 and moderate prices of £15 on average for lunch in the cosy mountain huts, the Wildkogel Arena is one of the ski resorts in Austria that offers more than just affordable ski passes. Twenty modern lifts, including the new 8-seater gondola lift, also ensure convenient access to the ski area. A special highlight away from the slopes is the 14 km long, illuminated toboggan run – the longest in the world.
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2. Ski area Silvretta Montafon
- 6-day lift pass: £301
- Kilometres of slopes: 141 km
- Average lunch price: £17
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With 141 kilometres of perfectly groomed slopes, the Silvretta Montafon ski resort is one of the most affordable ski resorts in Austria. The diverse ski resort in Montafon, Vorarlberg, extends up to an altitude of 2,430 metres, where a balanced mix of easy, medium and challenging runs awaits skiers and snowboarders. Thanks to the modern ski infrastructure with 35 lifts and gondolas, waiting times are kept short even in the high season. With an average price of £301 for an affordable 6-day ski pass in Austria, the Silvretta Montafon ski resort is well below the national average in terms of price. The food in the rustic mountain huts is also comparatively moderate, with an average price of £17 for lunch.
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3. Ski area Zillertal Arena
- 6-day lift pass: £334
- Kilometres of slopes: 150 km
- Average lunch price: £15
With 150 kilometres of varied slopes at altitudes of up to 2,500 metres, the Zillertal Arena ski area is one of the most attractive ski areas in Tyrol. The region, which has guaranteed snow, connects the villages of Zell am Ziller, Gerlos, Königsleiten and Hochkrimml. This combination creates a balanced mix of easy, medium and challenging runs for winter sports enthusiasts. With a 6-day ski pass costing an average of £334 and an average price of £15 for lunch in the cosy mountain huts, the Zillertal Arena is an attractive alternative to the more famous Tyrolean ski resorts in terms of price. In addition, 52 modern lifts, short waiting times and several fun parks, as well as the spectacular Arena Coaster toboggan run, guarantee additional entertainment in the snow.
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4. Ski region Gastein – Ski amadé
- 6-day lift pass: £360
- Kilometres of slopes: 182 km
- Average lunch price: £18
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The Gastein – Ski amadé ski region boasts an impressive 182 kilometres of varied slopes, stretching across the four sub-regions of Dorfgastein-Großarltal, Schlossalm-Angertal-Stubnerkogel, Graukogel and Sportgastein in the Salzburg region. At altitudes of up to 2,686 metres, winter sports enthusiasts will find slopes of all levels of difficulty, with the slopes at higher altitudes offering guaranteed snow. Thirty-nine modern lifts and gondolas ensure smooth transport up the mountain.
With a 6-day ski pass costing an average of £360 and lunch in the cosy mountain huts for £18, Gastein offers excellent value for money. The challenging freeride opportunities on the Kreuzkogel and the World Cup downhill run on the Graukogel are particularly popular in the ski area.
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5. Ski area SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser–Brixental
- 6-day lift pass: £345
- Kilometres of slopes: 275 km
- Average lunch price: £16
The SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental ski area is one of Austria’s largest connected ski areas, boasting 275 kilometres of fantastic slopes. The extensive ski area connects the villages of Söll, Ellmau, Going, Scheffau, Westendorf and Hopfgarten at an altitude of up to 1,957 metres. With a 6-day ski pass costing £345 and an average lunch in the rustic mountain huts costing £16, the SkiWelt offers excellent value for money. 81 modern lifts and gondolas provide access to a varied range of slopes for all skill levels. Night skiing in Söll on Austria’s largest floodlit slope is also particularly impressive for skiers and snowboarders of all ages.
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