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Schladming Ski Resort Review

Wertu ski expert
May 1, 2024

A medieval charmer with slopes for all levels, Schladming amps up the vibe with night skiing and Europe's biggest après-ski hut, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Dachstein Glacier.

Schladming overview

Stats

4.6
/5
Rating
743
m
Resort height
2015
m
Summit

KM of slopes

46
Beginners
68
Intermediates
46
Experts
123
Total

Best for

Poor
Poor
Fun
Boarders
Fun
Apres-ski
Families
Couples
Snowparks

Schladming for beginners

Beginners rating -
46
Perfect
Schladming is an inviting spot for beginners with not one, but two nursery areas. Offering gentle slopes and picture-perfect glacier views, it's a calming intro to skiing. Later, venture onto Rohrmoos' lower slopes to practice among charming chalets.

Schladming for intermediates

Intermediates rating -
Poor
Perfect
The resort is an intermediate skier's paradise, boasting 230km of piste to explore. Rise early to enjoy Hochwurzen's 8km of linked blues and reds flanked by lush forest. At Reiteralm, you'll experience wide reds that let you ski top to bottom without a single lift.

Schladming for advanced

Advanced skiers rating -
Fun
Perfect
Schladming does cater to experts, albeit in a limited way. With two 5km world-class downhill runs in Sport Region Schladming, and hosting rounds of the World Cup Women's Downhill at Hauser Kaibling, there's enough to get your heart pumping. The Dachstein glacier serves as a guaranteed snow spot.

Schladming for snowboarders

Snowboarders rating -
Boarders
Perfect
Schladming works for snowboarders, especially if they're comfortable with drag lifts. Head up the Planai I gondola to carve wide reds, or get a thrill on the black homerun. The Planai Super Park offers freestylers an assortment of jumps and rails.

Schladming for off-pistes

Off-pistes rating -
Fun
Perfect
The off-piste scene here is pretty minimal, so it's best to head elsewhere if that's your jam. Though, what it lacks in off-pistes, it makes up for with glacier skiing and parks.

Schladming for families

Families rating -
Families
Perfect
Schladming is a hidden gem for family-friendly skiing in Austria, thanks to its large ski area and diverse range of runs. Whether it's curling, exploring an ice cave, or taking a dip in the leisure center's pool, there's no shortage of activities off the slopes either. Don't miss the Dachstein glacier's array of attractions like the Ice Palace and Sky Walk. Plus, for kids who love action, there's boardercross, skiercross, and even fat biking.

Schladming apres-ski

Apres-ski rating -
Perfect
Apres-ski
Schladming may not be a household name in après-ski, but it holds its own with a handful of lively spots. Hohenhaus Tenne sits right next to the Planai base station and becomes a nightclub as the night wears on. Szenario keeps the fun rolling with an endless drink menu and lots of games, while Hanglbar offers a more traditional bar setting, complete with pirate ship-themed decor.

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Schladming food scene

Schladming is a hidden gem for family-friendly skiing in Austria, thanks to its large ski area and diverse range of runs. Whether it's curling, exploring an ice cave, or taking a dip in the leisure center's pool, there's no shortage of activities off the slopes either. Don't miss the Dachstein glacier's array of attractions like the Ice Palace and Sky Walk. Plus, for kids who love action, there's boardercross, skiercross, and even fat biking.