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Almlust hotel in Flachau during winter with snow-covered facade and surrounding mountain forest

Winter & ski holidays in Flachau – almlust in the heart of Snow Space Salzburg

Ski days, powder runs, hut stops – and afterwards pool, natural pond or sauna: at almlust you experience your winter and ski holiday in Flachau right in the middle of Snow Space Salzburg and the wider Ski amadé region.

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12 peaks, 5 valleys and the Hermann Maier World Cup piste

Ski storage room for your equipment with a boot dryer

Guided ski tours, snowshoe hikes and cross-country courses

Magic powder

Your winter between slopes, powder & natural pond

If you’re into “mountains of possibilities”, almlust is your place. Outside you’ll find pistes, cross-country tracks, deep snow and winter walking trails – inside there’s a natural swim pond, indoor pool and sauna.

almlust sits right in the centre of Flachau, in the heart of the Ski amadé network. You reach the valley station:

  • on foot in around 500 metres along a relaxed path through the village

  • or in winter by ski bus – just one stop to the lifts

Cross-country trails and winter walking routes start nearby. And if you love untouched snow, host and mountain & ski guide Christoph is there for ski touring, snowshoeing and freeride adventures.

Skiers in Flachau on freshly groomed slope in bright sunshine
Almlust chalet in a deeply snow-covered winter landscape
Ski family on the slope with panoramic view in Flachau
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[Translate to English:] Winter -Skifahren im Snow Space Salzburg

Snow Space Salzburg – 12 peaks, 5 valleys & you in the middle

Your winter playground is called Snow Space Salzburg – and it’s packed with variety:

  • around 210 km of slopes

  • 70 modern lifts and cable cars

  • an area connecting 12 peaks and 5 valleys into one continuous ski experience

From wide, easy slopes to sporty runs and World Cup pistes, you’ll find a line for every level. Families feel at home on the blue runs, cruisers enjoy long carving descents, and mileage hunters love the long connections all the way over towards Zauchensee.

With almlust as your basecamp you have:

  • a short walk to the valley station

  • the ski bus just around the corner

  • in winter a lift ticket desk at reception for ski passes

  • and the smart option to buy ski passes online in advance to secure the best prices and avoid queues

Skis on – ski day. Chill out. Repeat.

 

Absolut Park – Austria’s biggest freestyle playground

For everyone who likes their skiing with a bit more airtime: the nearby Absolut Park at Shuttleberg Flachauwinkl–Kleinarl is Austria’s largest freestyle fun park.

On roughly 1.5 kilometres of park you’ll find around 100 obstacles for freeskiers and snowboarders – from kickers and rails to boxes, jibs and creative lines, plus a separate jib and cross area.

Whether you just want to watch, hit your first small features or really push your park riding – this park will definitely upgrade your ski days.

 

Cross-country & winter walking – 180 km of tracks

If you prefer to experience winter at your own pace, the cross-country and winter walking options in the region are spot on. In Flachau and its neighbours you can enjoy:

  • a cross-country network of about 180 km in the Salzburger Sportwelt

  • the well-known Tauernloipe trail with around 60 km, linking several villages

  • 3 high-altitude tracks nearby: Rossbrand, Gnadenalm and Obergassalm

Many trails are groomed for both classic and skating styles. Use is often free of charge, and with unified signage you’ll find your way around easily.

From almlust you can reach cross-country entries in a short time – and several winter walking and snowshoe routes start directly in or close to the village.

 

X- Country Trail with X-country sporties
Snowshoe hikers in Flachau's forests

Snowshoeing, ski touring & freeride with Christoph

If you prefer winter away from the main slopes, Christoph is your go-to: a certified mountain and ski guide, deep-snow fan and someone who truly lives winter in the mountains.

Together with him you can:

  • head out on snowshoe tours through silent forests, across open slopes and up to hidden viewpoints

  • combine gentle ascents and rewarding descents on ski tours

  • experience freeride days in small groups – with safe line choices, technique tips and a lot of respect for the terrain

Everything starts with a conversation: ability, fitness, experience, desired level of challenge. From there, Christoph plans a programme that fits you and the conditions – from mellow to seriously sporty.

 

Winter downtime – spa, natural pond & cosy evenings

A good winter holiday is more than just vertical metres. At almlust you can:

  • loosen tired legs in the warm indoor pool

  • dip into the natural pond (for the brave, even in winter)

  • warm up and wind down in the sauna and spa area

  • spend time together in rooms, apartments or chalets – playing cards, reading or planning the next day

Outside: winter. Inside: warmth and a sense of “I can finally just be”. You decide every day which side you want more of.

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FAQ – winter & ski holidays at almlust

How far is almlust from the slopes?

The valley station in Flachau is just a few minutes away: about 500 metres on foot along an easy path through the village, or by ski bus in one stop to the lifts. From there you’re right inside Snow Space Salzburg.

Where do I get my ski pass?

The best prices are usually available when you buy your ski passes online in advance. In winter you can also get ski passes conveniently at the lift ticket desk at almlust reception, so you don’t have to queue at the valley station.

Is almlust also suitable for non-skiers?

Absolutely. Besides skiing and snowboarding, the region offers a large cross-country network, winter walking trails, snowshoe and ski touring options, toboggan runs and many excursion destinations. At almlust itself you have the natural pond, indoor pool, sauna and cosy spaces for reading, playing and relaxing.

Do I need a car in winter?

A car is handy, but not essential. Many things can be reached on foot or by ski bus. For more distant cross-country tracks, ski tours or excursions a car is convenient – we’ll help you plan your days so that the journeys remain as short and simple as possible.

Can I book ski tours, freeride and snowshoe tours directly at almlust?

Yes. Tours with mountain and ski guide Christoph can be arranged directly through almlust. Together you’ll decide which terrain, difficulty and duration are right for you – and turn a winter day into a safe and memorable mountain experience.

Ready for your winter and ski holiday in Flachau?

Make almlust your basecamp – with a short walk to the lifts, cross-country and winter trails nearby, guided tours with Christoph and a spa area for that warm “afterwards” feeling.

 

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