Ski Holiday Lungau: LUNGO Ski Pass & Resorts
A ski holiday in the Lungau appeals to winter sports enthusiasts who value high-altitude reliability and great value over overpriced mega-resorts. While day-ticket prices in major Tyrolean hubs continue to climb alongside long lift queues, the Lungau offers a compelling alternative: guaranteed snow thanks to high elevation, four fully developed ski mountains, and modern lift infrastructure without mass crowds.
The winter experience here focuses squarely on sport and relaxation over late-night party scenes. Expect wide, groomed carving slopes, efficient lift networks, and a free regional ski bus system connecting the valleys. Whether you are planning a ski holiday in Salzburger Land or looking for a well-equipped holiday apartment for a ski holiday in the Lungau, this alpine valley delivers.
The Four Main Resorts: Profiles and Key Data
The region comprises four distinct ski areas, allowing you to tailor your daily skiing to match snow conditions and skill levels.
Obertauern
100 km of slopes · Altitude 1,640 – 2,313 m
The snow hotspot of the region and one of the most snow-reliable resorts in the Alps. Its bowl-shaped topography allows skiers to complete the famous Tauernrunde circuit clockwise or counter-clockwise. The season runs from November to May. Obertauern also offers the valley's liveliest après-ski options.
Katschberg-Aineck
80 km of slopes · Altitude 1,066 – 2,220 m
Connecting Salzburg with Carinthia, the Aineck side features sporting, long runs, while Katschberg caters directly to families. New for 2025/26: a state-of-the-art 8-person "Almbahn" gondola replaces the older 3-seater chairlift, increasing capacity and eliminating wait times. Snow reliability is backed by 750 automated snowmakers.
Grosseck-Speiereck
50 km of slopes · Altitude 1,100 – 2,400 m
The primary resort for guests staying near Tamsweg. The highlight is the 8.5 km valley descent from Speiereck peak down to St. Michael — one of the longest runs in the province. Night skiing under floodlights is offered twice weekly.
Fanningberg
25 km of slopes · Altitude 1,500 – 2,150 m
The Fanningberg family ski resort features wide, sunny, wind-sheltered slopes ideal for beginners, children, and cruiser carving. Two dedicated practice areas at the base station provide a safe environment for learners.
The LUNGO Ski Pass: One Ticket for 250 km of Slopes
The LUNGO WinterCard streamlines regional ski passes into a single, comprehensive product. The LUNGO ski pass grants full access across the valley with verifiable scale:
250 km
verified kilometers of slopes across all difficulty levels
59
modern cable cars and lifts
4
main resorts: Obertauern, Katschberg-Aineck, Grosseck-Speiereck, Fanningberg
Additional coverage includes local practice lifts in Lessach, Zederhaus, Schönfeld, and Krakau.
Family Discount: When the two oldest children in a family purchase passes, all younger siblings (born 2007 or later) receive their pass for free. Current pricing tables are updated live at lungo.at.
Why the Lungau Works Better for Families
Families planning a ski holiday with kids in the Lungau benefit from distinct operational advantages over larger, busier valleys:
1. Shorter Lift Lines
Even during peak holiday weeks, wait times at main gondolas rarely exceed 5 to 10 minutes — a meaningful difference when skiing with tired children.
2. Dedicated Kids' Parks
Every main resort features enclosed beginner zones with magic carpets and ski carousels, such as Katschi's Kinderland at Katschberg or Bobo's Kinderwelt at Fanningberg.
3. Better Accommodation Rates
Staying in central towns like Tamsweg offers accommodation rates 30% to 50% lower than comparable slope-side resorts in Tyrol, without sacrificing ski access.
Cross-Country Skiing and Winter Walking
Beyond alpine skiing, the region invests heavily in gentle winter sports infrastructure:
Cross-country trails: 150 km of groomed classic and skating trails, including 5 high-altitude tracks such as Fanningberg-Prebersee and Gnadenalm in Obertauern.
Winter walking paths: 200 km of cleared routes across the valley, including scenic loops around Lake Preber.
Toboggan runs: Featuring the 4.2 km illuminated natural toboggan run from Aineck at Katschberg, offering evening runs under floodlights.
| Ski Resort | Slope Length | Altitude Range | Drive Time from Tamsweg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grosseck-Speiereck | 50 km | 1,100 – 2,400 m | 15 minutes |
| Fanningberg | 25 km | 1,500 – 2,150 m | 20 minutes |
| Katschberg-Aineck | 80 km | 1,066 – 2,220 m | 20 minutes |
| Obertauern | 100 km | 1,640 – 2,313 m | 30 minutes |
Your Winter Basecamp: Stay Lungau in Tamsweg
For skiers and snowboarders, Stay Lungau in Tamsweg (Sauerfeld 44) offers a convenient, well-equipped winter base. This 60 m² 2nd-floor apartment sleeps 3–4 guests and overlooks the Grosseck-Speiereck slopes.
Winter highlights include a covered parking space (eliminating morning ice-scraping) with a private Wallbox (EV charging station) to charge your vehicle overnight. The apartment also offers a secure ski storage area, fully equipped kitchen, high-speed Wi-Fi, and Smart TV with Netflix for relaxing evenings after a day on the slopes.
Read more: Explore our pillar guide on Why Choose the Lungau or plan a summer visit with our Lungau Summer Guide.
For further planning, we recommend the following official resources:
LUNGO WinterCard Official Portal — lungo.at
Salzburger Lungau Regional Tourist Board — lungau.at