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30/09/2026

Obertauern’s early start

The popular Obertauern ski area in Salzburgerland has good news. The season gets off to an early start on November 16. A few ski lifts are expected to operate daily. Favorable snow conditions are making this early start possible.

30/09/2026

Kitzsteinhorn ‘Skifoan’

The festive winter opening in Zell am See-Kaprun is just around the corner. Frau Holle is being kind to the ski area on the Kitzsteinhorn. The first snowboarders and skiers are already enjoying the magnificent powder snow.
AI-generated illustration of snowy ski slopes and alpine villages in Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang.

30/09/2026

Saalbach Skicircus opens for partial operations

The time is almost here! The Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang ski region will open for partial operations on November 17, 2007. The Asitz, Limberg, Schattberg and Zwölferkogel ski lifts can start two weeks earlier.
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30/09/2026

Skiing in the Zillertal

Long-awaited fresh snow has fallen. The following are expected to open on November 17/18 and 24/25: Horbergbahn, LĂ€rchwald, Penken, Schneekar and Tappenalm. The Zillertal Ski Opening gets underway on December 7.

30/09/2026

Ski holidays in the Black Forest

A ski holiday in a wine region may seem hard to imagine. In the Black Forest, there’s no reason why not. Fine wine even ripens on the steep mountain slopes of Glottertal on the western edge of the Black Forest. The popular Belchen ski resort is nearby.
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30/09/2026

Thermal Baths in the Ski Resort

This is how to enjoy a ski holiday: after an active day on the slopes, relax in pleasantly warm thermal waters. Skiers love to unwind in the thermal baths.
AI-generated illustration of the snowy SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser–Brixental ski area, with slopes and cable cars.

30/09/2026

Wilder Kaiser: Early Winter Opening

This hasn’t happened at the Wilder Kaiser in 30 years! It’s been that long since the ski area opened this early for winter. To start with, the resort will be open on weekends until December 8.

30/09/2026

Winterberg: Junior Luge World Cup

The Winterberg bobsleigh and luge track kicks off the 2007/2008 winter sports season with international junior championships. The Sauerland has fresh snow.

30/09/2026

Advent in Seefeld

From late November until December 26, the Seefeld ski region in Tyrol turns romantic. The Advent market invites visitors to browse on Advent weekends and escape the pre-Christmas rush.

30/09/2026

Riesneralm winter holiday

Sensational early start to winter at Riesneralm in Styria. All 4 ski runs down to the valley open from November 24! All the slopes are in top condition and ready to go. Continuous lift operations begin on December 1. An early onset of winter makes it poss

30/09/2026

Advent in Mondsee

Advent in Mondsee enchants visitors from all over the world. High-quality gifts and exquisite creations by renowned craftspeople are on offer, including jewellery, home accessories, Christmas decorations, convent crafts and much more.

30/09/2026

Award-winning skiing in Wildschönau

The ADAC publishing house selected the best Alpine ski areas for the first time. Wildschönau in Tyrol took first place in the “Small & Beautiful” category. Family-friendliness is a top priority, and value for money is good.

30/09/2026

Sports Events in Bodenmais

Bodenmais in the Bavarian Forest offers a top winter program: events, sports and wellness. The ski party kicks off on December 29 with DJ Ötzi. Sporting highlights include the biathlon training camp, ski marathon and women's Ski World Cup.

30/09/2026

Top Ski Resort Kleinwalsertal

For the second time, Austria’s Kleinwalsertal was named the most successful Alpine holiday destination. Families, winter sports beginners and experts will find a wide range of activities, as well as accommodation ranging from budget-friendly huts to luxury hotels.

30/09/2026

Romantic Hotel Tirol

The SuiteHotel Villa Tirol in Olang, South Tyrol, Italy, combines style, romance and a captivating atmosphere. Peace, relaxation and deluxe wellness—especially for couples.

30/09/2026

Christmas Market in Salzburgerland

Advent in the Großarltal in Salzburgerland is reflective, impressive, and joyful. A large Christmas market attracts visitors with a living nativity scene and a peaceful atmosphere free from the pre-Christmas rush.

30/09/2026

Nature conservation ski resort honored

Tyrol Innovation Award 2007 for the environmental concept of the Fiss Ladis mountain lifts, i.n.n. engineering firm, and the Fiss Summer Fun Park. The exemplary combination of profit-oriented and environmental interests in the ski resort sets a fine example.

30/09/2026

A charming ski holiday

MegĂšve in France’s Haute-Savoie attracts celebrities. Like KitzbĂŒhel and St. Moritz, it belongs to the exclusive “Best of the Alps” club. Yet the “French St. Moritz” has retained the charm of a mountain village, including in its guest services.

30/09/2026

Advent Romance in Alpbachtal

Advent romance in Rattenberg is one of Tyrol’s most beautiful Advent events. Countless candles in windows, the romantic glow of open fires and torches transform the medieval townscape. They evoke memories of Christmas as it once was.

30/09/2026

Airboard highlight in Vorarlberg

Vorarlberg offers the Airboard winter sports hit, as well as dog sledding and Airboard tours. Another highlight is the announced world premiere of the LOCCATA satellite navigation system with hazard alerts.
Ski lift on a snowy slope with two skiers

30/09/2026

Beginners on a Ski Holiday

Even if you’ve never been on a ski holiday before, you should definitely give it a try. It doesn’t matter if you “can’t ski at all.” With good instruction, beginners can tackle intermediate runs after a week.
AI-generated illustration of a snowy alpine lake valley with ski slopes, villages and cable cars in Zell am See-Kaprun.

30/09/2026

Award-Winning Snowboarding in Zell

The ADAC Ski travel magazine named Zell am See-Kaprun the most improved destination of 2008. The region has proven itself to be a ski and snowboard paradise. Improvements to the slopes, lifts and cable cars earned it first place.

30/09/2026

Investment advice in Kleinwalsertal

The stunningly beautiful Kleinwalsertal attracts many ski holidaymakers. Banks are also well placed here. Wealth and investment advice has received awards. This lets you combine a holiday with investment advice.

30/09/2026

The Magic of a Mountain Hut

A ski holiday with the magic of a mountain hut is pure nostalgia and romance, and a chance to connect with unspoiled nature. There’s plenty to choose from, from rustic log cabins and wellness mountain lodges to snow huts and exclusive luxury chalets.

30/09/2026

Celebrity Weißwurst Party in Tyrol

The Bio-Hotel Stanglwirt’s Weißwurst Party at the Wilder Kaiser has become legendary. The highlight is a performance by superstar Gloria Gaynor. Many celebrity guests and celebrity chefs are joining the party.

30/09/2026

More Holiday Money in Oberstaufen

Oberstaufen helps you save your holiday money. More than 230 holiday apartments, hotels and a campsite are participating. Guests can ride the mountain lifts and guest bus for free, visit the outdoor and leisure pools with sauna, play golf and mini golf, and park for free.

30/09/2026

Skating and Skidoo Event at Achensee

The Achensee cross-country skiing paradise has event highlights to offer in January: a nighttime ascent in the Rofan Mountains on January 11, the Nordic Achensee Run on January 12/13. The Skidoo snowmobile race follows on January 19/20.

30/09/2026

Carinthia’s Frozen Lakes

Carinthia’s lakes have a lot to offer in winter, too—especially ice skating. They invite visitors to enjoy curling, ice golf and ice diving. The spectacular speed skating marathon is not to be missed.
AI-generated illustration of a snowy Wilder Kaiser ski area with slopes, lifts and an Alpine village

30/09/2026

Wilder Kaiser Insider Tip

The Wilder Kaiser ski area is one of the largest and best. This ski holiday paradise has quite a few insider tips up its sleeve. For example, the Ladies’ Ski Day on Wednesdays: day passes for women at the children’s rate.

30/09/2026

Drive safely to your ski holiday

The car is ideal for family trips to a ski resort. Driving on ice and snow requires great care. A few tips can help you set off safely for the ski region, so you can enjoy your ski holiday after a stress-free journey.