Skiing in Neukirchen am Großvenediger
Neukirchen am Großvenediger lies in Salzburg's Oberpinzgau, at the foot of the Wildkogel with views towards the glaciated peaks of the Hohe Tauern. Together with neighbouring Bramberg it forms the home base of the Wildkogel-Arena, a decidedly family-oriented ski area. The wider region counted here offers 240 kilometres of pistes and 45 lifts, at elevations from 1465 up to 3337 metres; the Wildkogel itself is its sunny, easy-to-navigate heart. Recent winters saw snow depths of up to 150 centimetres, and 5 centimetres of fresh snow fell in the past week, an early start to the season. The region is famous for its kilometres-long floodlit toboggan run. We list 17 accommodations here, from 485 euros per person.
Last checked: 2026-10-26 · Sources: Open-Meteo (snow data), OpenStreetMap (lifts and pistes), partner offers refreshed daily.
Accommodations in Neukirchen am Großvenediger
Neukirchen am Großvenediger9.0Wildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
Pension & Appartements Behamhof
Neukirchen am Großvenediger9.5Wildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
Venediger Lodge
Neukirchen am Großvenediger9.5Wildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
BergBaur - Das Crazy Farming Hotel
Neukirchen am GroßvenedigerWildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
DAS Wildkogel (Winter Special)
Neukirchen am Großvenediger9.0Wildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
Schutzhütte Wildkogelhaus 2005m
Neukirchen am GroßvenedigerWildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
Appartements Fasserhof
Neukirchen am GroßvenedigerWildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
Appartmenthaus Maximilian
Neukirchen am Großvenediger9.6Wildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
Hotel Abelhof
Neukirchen am Großvenediger9.6Wildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
Ski & Berghütte Monte Central
Neukirchen am Großvenediger10.0Wildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
Gästehaus Stotter
Neukirchen am Großvenediger9.1Wildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
Hotel & Gasthof Venedigerblick
Neukirchen am Großvenediger9.6Wildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
Berghotel Rettenstein
Neukirchen am Großvenediger9.4Wildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
Familienhotel Grundlhof
Neukirchen am Großvenediger9.5Wildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
DAS Neukirchen - Wildkogel Resorts
Neukirchen am Großvenediger8.8Wildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
Gästehäuser Unterbrunn
Neukirchen am GroßvenedigerWildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
Stainer
Neukirchen am Großvenediger7.8Wildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
Hotel Unterbrunn
Neukirchen am GroßvenedigerWildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
Apparthotel AlpenChalet
Neukirchen am GroßvenedigerWildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
Apartment Taubenstein
Neukirchen am GroßvenedigerWildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
Althaus 1
Neukirchen am GroßvenedigerWildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
Ferienhaus Taubenstein
Neukirchen am GroßvenedigerWildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
Althaus
Neukirchen am GroßvenedigerWildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
Moosen (NKI210)
Neukirchen am GroßvenedigerWildkogel-Arena, Oostenrijk
Wildkogel
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The ski area from Neukirchen
From Neukirchen you head up to the Wildkogel, a sunny and manageable ski area shared with Bramberg. The slopes are mostly wide and intermediate: ideal terrain for families and average skiers who want relaxed skiing without lift queues.
The region as a whole counts 240 kilometres of pistes and 45 lifts, with terrain reaching up to 3337 metres; if you want more challenge or glacier snow, you will find it on higher ground within the region. For most guests the Wildkogel itself easily fills a week, especially combined with tobogganing and winter walking.
Snow reliability in the Wildkogel-Arena
Ski terrain here starts at 1465 metres and the region reaches 3337 metres, a favourable starting point. Recent winters recorded up to 150 centimetres of snow, and 5 centimetres of fresh snow already fell this past week: winter has arrived early.
Thanks to the high base, the Wildkogel holds its snow better than many low-lying Austrian areas. December and March remain more changeable at valley level, but on the pistes themselves that is rarely an issue. The Oberpinzgau also benefits from snowfall driven in from both north and south along the main Tauern ridge.
The village of Neukirchen
Neukirchen is a calm, traditional Pinzgau village with a church, a compact main street and many family-run businesses: guesthouses, farm apartments and mid-sized hotels. There is no large-scale après-ski; evenings revolve around restaurants, tobogganing and the odd cosy bar.
The village looks out towards the Großvenediger and sits on the edge of the Hohe Tauern National Park, which makes it a genuine mountain destination beyond the pistes too. The pace is unhurried and child-friendly. If you want lively nights, this is not your place; if you want mountain-village calm, it very much is.
Who is Neukirchen for
Neukirchen is tailor-made for families with children: a manageable ski area, wide slopes, ski schools geared to families and the famous long toboggan run as an evening programme. Beginners and relaxed cruisers are equally well served.
Advanced skiers who need new terrain every day may exhaust the Wildkogel after a few days and should plan trips to the higher areas within the region. With 17 accommodations and prices from 485 euros per person, Neukirchen is also kindly priced by Salzburg standards, especially outside school holidays.
Practical: travel and booking
Neukirchen lies in the Oberpinzgau, the upper part of the Salzach valley. By car it is one long day's drive from the Netherlands or Belgium via Munich and Kitzbühel, or over the Gerlos pass. A regional train also runs through the valley from Zell am See.
With us you can choose from 17 accommodations, with winter holidays from 485 euros per person. Families should book early for school holiday weeks; outside those, availability is good and January and March are attractively priced. The village also works well for a long tobogganing and walking weekend.
Neukirchen am Großvenediger on the map
Webcams · Neukirchen am Großvenediger
📷 Gemeinde Bramberg am Wildkogel: Neukirchen, Bramberg - Geisl Hochalm
📷 Gemeinde Wenns › South-west: Geisl-Hochalm - Mühlberg
📷 Gemeinde Bramberg am Wildkogel › West: Bergbahnen Wildkogel / Bramberg / Smaragdbahn - Tourismusbüro Bramberg / Wildkogel-Arena
📷 Hollersbach im Pinzgau: Mittersill - Hollersbach
📷 Gemeinde Jochberg: Jochberg, Kitzbühel - Funpark Hanglalm, Bärenbadkogel
📷 Krimml: Zillertalarena - Plattenalm/StadlLofts - Hochkrimml
📷 Mittersill › East: Manlitzkogel
📷 Gmund: Zillertal Arena - Gerlospass Tal
FAQ about Neukirchen am Großvenediger
How much piste can you ski from Neukirchen am Großvenediger?
From Neukirchen am Großvenediger you reach the Wildkogel-Arena ski area with around 240 km of marked pistes and 45 lifts.
What does a ski holiday in Neukirchen am Großvenediger cost?
Accommodations in Neukirchen am Großvenediger start from around €484 per person; Nivosola compares 24, refreshed daily.
Is there enough snow around Neukirchen am Großvenediger?
Yes. Recent winters in Wildkogel-Arena reached a maximum snow depth of around 150 cm. December to March is the most reliable period.
How high is the ski area at Neukirchen?
Ski terrain in this region lies between 1465 and 3337 metres; the Wildkogel itself forms the mid-altitude, sunny part. Thanks to the high base, pistes hold up well throughout the winter.
Is Neukirchen suitable for beginners?
Yes, the Wildkogel-Arena is one of the most beginner- and family-friendly areas in the Salzburg region. The slopes are wide and mostly blue and red, and the ski schools are fully geared towards families.
Can you toboggan and winter-walk in Neukirchen?
Yes, the Wildkogel-Arena is famous for its kilometres-long floodlit toboggan run, one of the longest in the world. There are also winter walking trails and cross-country tracks through the valley towards the Hohe Tauern National Park.
Is Neukirchen busy?
No, Neukirchen is a quiet village and the ski area stays pleasantly calm outside holiday weeks. Christmas and half-term mainly bring families, but real queues are rare.