Winter sports for sun seekers in Hopfgarten
The unrivalled 360-degree panorama reveals a staggering 70 peaks towering above the three-thousand-metre mark. These include well-known summits from the Kitzbühel and Zillertal Alps, the Hohe Tauern range and the iconic Wilder Kaiser mountains. Another highlight is Austria’s highest pilgrimage church at the summit of Hohe Salve.
A perfect ski area for beginners and families with children
If you’re new to skiing, Hopfgarten is the place to be. At the ski resort, you’ll find an abundance of gentle, wide blue ski runs that are perfect for beginners. Winter sports enthusiasts with a bit more experience can tackle the longest run in the SkiWelt.
Families love Hopfgarten too, thanks to its two ski schools and childcare services for children aged one to three at the Kids Club Salvenaland.
For all snow sports fans, the INTERSPORT Rent shop on-site offers services that everyone appreciates. Whether you’d like to store your ski equipment at the ski depot or take advantage of the “test & buy” option: These conveniences make your snow sports experience even more enjoyable and hassle-free!
Ski rental in Hopfgarten
Your INTERSPORT Rent shops at the ski resort
If you frequently travel with the whole family, you’re probably well aware of the amount of gear required for just a day of skiing. If you find yourself needing extra space for something else, want to test a particular ski model or even try a new sport, don’t miss out on taking advantage of the convenient rental option at INTERSPORT Rent!
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Bergbahn Hohe Salve Hopfgarten Gondola Station
Skiing in Hopfgarten in the Brixental Valley
More about the ski resort
Hopfgarten serves as one of nine access points to the expansive SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser – Brixental that offers a whopping 270 kilometres of perfectly groomed ski runs for winter sports enthusiasts of all skill levels. For those new to winter sports, Hopfgarten is the ultimate starting point. But before embarking on your maiden ski or snowboarding adventure, you should treat yourself to the breathtaking vistas from the summit of Hohe Salve.
Tip: Learning to ski or snowboard is much easier under the guidance of seasoned professionals. So, if you would like to receive expert advice, we recommend booking lessons at the local ski schools!
Speaking of budding skiers: Young slope enthusiasts are more than welcome at the local snow sports schools, too. Supported by experienced ski instructors, they can nail their first turns in the practice area.
And for those who are still a tad too small for skis but still eager to partake in the snowy fun, Hopfgarten offers just the right alternative: At the Salvenaland Kids Club, aspiring mini-skiers can build snowmen or go sledging. Meanwhile, the grown-ups and older children can spend care-free hours on the slopes.
What’s waiting for you in Hopfgarten at SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser – Brixental?
- 270 kilometres of ski runs
- 82 cable cars and lifts
- 80 huts where you can stop for a bite to eat
- 3 fun parks and 3 sledging runs, spread across the entire SkiWelt
- ideal practice terrain for children and beginners
Skiing in Hopfgarten is right for you if ...
... you want to spend an exciting day skiing with your family.
... you have little experience and appreciate a comprehensive selection of ski courses.
... you would like to have the option of exploring other ski resorts.
... childcare during your ski day is important to you.
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If you’ve always dreamt of seeing the breathtaking winter scenery from a bird’s eye perspective, the Hopfgarten ski resort is the perfect destination for you. The summit of Hohe Salve is a well-known launching point for paragliders. So, if you want to combine the thrill of skiing with a unique flying adventure, consider exchanging your skis for a paraglider. You’ll soar through the air together with an experienced paragliding expert and marvel at the enchanting landscape unfolding beneath you.