Mühlbach am Hochkönig Ski Resort Guide
Mühlbach am Hochkönig, Austria
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Recommended For | Intermediates. |
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Total Piste Length | 160km |
Highest Lift | 1,820m |
Resort Height | 850m |
Nearest Airports | Salzburg and Klagenfurt |
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Mühlbach am Hochkönig
Mühlbach am Hochkönig is a charming ski resort in Austria. It offers stunning alpine scenery and a variety of slopes for all skill levels.
Summary
Situated in the heart of the Hochkönig region, Mühlbach boasts over 150 kilometers of well-groomed pistes. The resort is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and accessibility to nearby ski areas.
The ski area of Mühlbach am Hochkönig is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 850m, with 160km of marked runs.
Mühlbach am Hochkönig is part of the Hochkönig ski area with access to 83 marked pistes, served by a total of 85 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Mühlbach am Hochkönig itself (160km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Hochkönig ski resorts of Dienten am Hochkönig and Maria Alm.
Notable Ski Runs
The most difficult run is the 'Ostabfahrt Nr 1-16'.
Snow and Weather
Mühlbach am Hochkönig enjoys reliable snow conditions, typically featuring snow depths of 50-100 cm during peak season. For the latest snow reports, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
When will it snow in Mühlbach am Hochkönig?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Mühlbach am Hochkönig.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Mühlbach am Hochkönig Ski Area
Black Pistes Expert Trails | 1 | 1km |
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Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 4 | 12km |
Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 7 | 21km |
Downhill Total Length | 160km | |
Cross Country Total Length | 10km | |
Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 39 |
Hochkönig Ski Area
Pistes Number of runs | 83 | |
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Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 85 |
Mühlbach am Hochkönig Altitudes
Highest Lift | 1,820m |
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Lowest Piste | 850m |
Resort Altitude (Mühlbach am Hochkönig) | 850m |
Max Vertical | 970m |
Ratings & Suitability
Intermediate Skiers | |
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Beginners |
Skiing
Mühlbach am Hochkönig features the impressive Hochkönig massif, with elevations reaching up to 2,941 meters. The ski area includes notable pistes like the Königstour and the Hochkönigbahn lift, ensuring diverse terrain for all skiers.
Mühlbach am Hochkönig offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.
Ski Lessons in Mühlbach am Hochkönig

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Mühlbach am Hochkönig Ski Schools and Mühlbach am Hochkönig Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will find excellent terrain parks in Mühlbach, including the park at the Natrun mountain. These parks offer a range of features suitable for different skill levels, providing fun and excitement.
Location and Map
Where is Mühlbach am Hochkönig?
This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Saint Johann im Pongau District, Salzburg.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Mühlbach am Hochkönig is Salzburg, 49 minutes drive away.
Klagenfurt, Linz, Munich, Ljubljana, Innsbruck Airport, Graz and Trieste airports are all within three hours drive.
Salzburg is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
To reach Mühlbach am Hochkönig, fly into Salzburg Airport, which is approximately 70 kilometers away. From there, take the A10 motorway and follow signs to Mühlbach for a scenic drive.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 39 ski lifts are able to uplift 50,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 34km of ski runs, with 41 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Mühlbach am Hochkönig open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is mid December, and usual closing is Mid April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Mühlbach am Hochkönig Webcams
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Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, enjoy vibrant après-ski at local spots like the Bock's Restaurant and the Mühlbacher Höhe. These venues offer a lively atmosphere with drinks and food to unwind.