Skiing in Schladming
Schladming is the lively heart of the Schladming-Dachstein region in Austria's Enns valley, in the province of Styria. The former mining town has become one of Austria's best-known winter sports destinations, helped by the annual night slalom on the Planai that is broadcast worldwide. From the centre you are quickly up in a ski area with 156 kilometres of pistes and 65 lifts, spread over four linked mountains between 1042 and 2323 metres. Schladming combines a proper little town, with shops, restaurants and après-ski, with seriously good skiing. Recent winters saw snow depths of up to around 163 centimetres, and the first early snow fell this past week. We list 5 accommodations in Schladming, from 829 euros per person.
Last checked: 2026-10-26 · Sources: Open-Meteo (snow data), OpenStreetMap (lifts and pistes), partner offers refreshed daily.
Accommodations in Schladming
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Studio 3
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Appartement 1
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Appartement 2
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Breilerhof | Naturhotel & Biobauernhof
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Hotel Schladmingerhof
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Sporthotel Royer
Schladming8.8Schladming-Dachstein, Oostenrijk
Hotel Kielhuberhof
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Hotel Neue Post
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Apartment Places2be
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Landhaus Rittisweid
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Bergerlodge
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The ski area from Schladming
The Planai is Schladming's home mountain: from the centre, a gondola takes you up into an area of 156 kilometres of pistes with 65 lifts, spread over four linked mountains between 1042 and 2323 metres.
The circuit is famous for its long, wide, immaculately groomed red runs; the descent from the Planai to the valley is a classic. Intermediates are in their element here, advanced skiers get challenging sections and the World Cup piste, and beginners can practise on the gentler parts of the four mountains.
Snow reliability in Schladming
With a top height of 2323 metres and maximum snow depths of around 163 centimetres in recent winters, conditions through the core of the season are generally good. The region also invests heavily in snowmaking, allowing the main descents to open early.
The valley floor sits at around 1042 metres, so in December and late March the lower runs can be thin and largely rely on machine-made snow. If you travel at the edges of the season, the higher parts of the area remain the safest bet. A first centimetre of fresh snow already fell this past week.
The town itself
Schladming is not a purpose-built resort but a genuine Austrian town with a historic centre, squares, shops and a wide choice of restaurants and bars. That gives it a lively, authentic feel that many ski villages lack.
After skiing there is plenty of choice, from cosy pubs to proper après-ski around the Planai base station, especially during events like the January night slalom. At the same time, the town stays compact and friendly. Non-skiers do well here too, with winter walking, shopping and the Dachstein massif within easy reach.
Who is Schladming for
Schladming is an all-rounder. Intermediates get the most out of the many long red runs, advanced skiers have the steep World Cup descents, and families find quieter sectors on all four mountains. Beginners can start here comfortably, though they may need a lift ride up to reach the practice areas.
If you want a lively evening scene and a real town atmosphere alongside your skiing, this beats the smaller Enns valley villages. Prices are average for a well-known Austrian resort: not the cheapest option, but strong value for what you get.
Practical information for Schladming
Schladming is relatively easy to reach from northwest Europe via Munich and Salzburg; you enter the Enns valley without crossing any high mountain passes. The town also has its own railway station on the valley line, making train travel a realistic option.
Christmas week, the night slalom week and February are the busiest periods, so book those early. January and March usually offer the best mix of price and piste conditions. We list 5 accommodations in Schladming, with winter sports holidays from 829 euros per person.
Schladming on the map
Webcams · Schladming
📷 Schladming › South: Planai Schladming Bergbahn - Planai
📷 Schladming › North-east: Schladming Planai West - Kampspitze
📷 Schladming › East: Hüttendorf Schladming
📷 Schladming › West: Chalets Schladming
📷 Ramsau am Dachstein: Langlaufstadion - Ramsau Am Dachstein - Scheichenspitze
📷 Ramsau am Dachstein › North
📷 Grobming › West
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FAQ about Schladming
How much piste can you ski from Schladming?
From Schladming you reach the Schladming-Dachstein ski area with around 156 km of marked pistes and 65 lifts.
What does a ski holiday in Schladming cost?
Accommodations in Schladming start from around €690 per person; Nivosola compares 11, refreshed daily.
Is there enough snow around Schladming?
Yes. Recent winters in Schladming-Dachstein reached a maximum snow depth of around 163 cm. December to March is the most reliable period.
How high are Schladming and its ski area?
The Schladming ski area lies between 1042 and 2323 metres, spread over four linked mountains. The town itself sits in the Enns valley at the foot of the Planai, the home mountain with the famous World Cup piste.
Is Schladming suitable for beginners?
Beginners can start comfortably in Schladming, with ski schools and gentler practice terrain on the four mountains. The area is most rewarding, though, for skiers who can already handle red runs, because that is where it excels.
What is the après-ski like in Schladming?
Schladming has one of the livelier après-ski scenes in Styria, concentrated around the Planai base station and the town centre. It stays more easy-going than Tyrol's biggest party resorts, with plenty of regular restaurants and bars as well.
Which other village in the region could you consider?
Quieter alternatives in the same ski area include Pichl near the Reiteralm, Rohrmoos above Schladming and Haus im Ennstal by the Hauser Kaibling. You ski the same circuit but stay somewhere smaller and often cheaper.