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Zauchensee Ski Resort Guide

Zauchensee, Austria

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Ski Area Highlights
Recommended ForIntermediates.
Total Piste Length65km
Highest Lift2,200m
Lowest Lift1,350m
 Nearest AirportsSalzburg and Graz

Zauchensee

Zauchensee offers stunning alpine landscapes and excellent skiing. With a variety of slopes, it caters to both beginners and experienced skiers alike.

 Summary

Nestled in the Salzburger Land region, Zauchensee is part of the Ski Amadé area, offering over 100 kilometers of ski runs. The resort boasts a charming village atmosphere and excellent facilities for an unforgettable skiing experience.

The ski area of Zauchensee is at an altitude of 1,350m, with 65km of marked runs.

Zauchensee is part of the Altenmarkt-Zauchensee ski area with access to 35 marked pistes, served by a total of 24 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Zauchensee itself (65km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Altenmarkt-Zauchensee ski resort of Altenmarkt.

With ski lifts as high as 2,200m, snow cover is generally reliable.

Snow and Weather

Zauchensee enjoys excellent snow reliability, with an average snow depth of 130 cm during peak season and consistent snowfall throughout winter. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.

When will it snow in Zauchensee?

There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Zauchensee.

See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.

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Ski Area Stats

Zauchensee Ski Area

Piste and Lift Stats
Black Pistes
Expert Trails
 3 
Red Pistes
Intermediate Runs
12
Blue Pistes
Easy Trails
 8 
Downhill
Total Length
65km
Ski Lifts
Number of Lifts
15

Altenmarkt-Zauchensee Ski Area

Piste and Lift Stats
Black Pistes
Expert Trails
 4 
Red Pistes
Intermediate Runs
16
Blue Pistes
Easy Trails
15
Ski Lifts
Number of Lifts
24

Zauchensee Altitudes

Lift Heights and Resort Altitude
Highest Lift2,200m
Lowest Piste1,350m
Max Vertical850m

Skiing

Zauchensee features the stunning peaks of the Hochwurzen and Gamskogel mountains, with a summit elevation of 2,188 meters. Renowned for its diverse ski areas, it includes notable pistes like the challenging 'Blaues B' and the family-friendly 'Gamskogel' runs, serviced by efficient lifts such as the Gamskogelbahn and Zauchensee gondola.

Zauchensee offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.

Snowboarding

Snowboarders can enjoy the diverse terrain at Zauchensee, particularly in the fun park at Zauchensee, which features various jumps and rails. The resort's wide pistes also provide ample space for carving and freestyle.

Location and Map

Where is Zauchensee?

This ski resort is in Altenmarkt im Pongau, Saint Johann im Pongau District, Austria.

Map

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How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Zauchensee is Salzburg, 70 minutes drive away.

Graz, Ljubljana, Klagenfurt, Munich, Trieste, Innsbruck Airport and Zagreb airports are all within three hours drive.

Zauchensee is easily accessible via Salzburg Airport, which is about 90 kilometers away. From there, travelers can take a train or shuttle service to Altenmarkt, followed by a short bus ride to the resort.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

There are 15 ski lifts.

Season Dates

When is Zauchensee open?

We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.

NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.

Zauchensee Webcams

The Webcams in Zauchensee are not always up-to-date. Please check the date on the image to ensure you are seeing current snow conditions.

Aprés Ski

After a day on the slopes, head to the popular 'Kraftwerk' bar for drinks and live music. For dining, 'Zauchensee Hütte' offers hearty Austrian cuisine, while 'Berggasthof Seeteufel' provides a cozy atmosphere with stunning views.

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