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Wagrain Ski Resort Review

Wertu ski expert
May 1, 2024

Wagrain is a family-friendly resort boasting intermediate-friendly slopes in Salzburg's second-largest ski area, Austria's biggest snow park, and a waterpark that has something for everyone.

Wagrain overview

Stats

4.4
/5
Rating
850
m
Resort height
1980
m
Summit

KM of slopes

34
Beginners
82
Intermediates
34
Experts
120
Total

Best for

Poor
Poor
Poor
Boarders
Fun
Apres-ski
Families
Couples
Snowparks

Wagrain for beginners

Beginners rating -
34
Perfect
While it may require a bus trip to get there, the top of the Roten gondola offers a perfect starting point for newbies. Here, magic carpets and gentle slopes await, making it a smooth journey from unsure to confident. And don't forget the easy blue run through the forest, where beginners can try out their newfound skills in a lovely setting.

Wagrain for intermediates

Intermediates rating -
Poor
Perfect
This place is like a buffet of red and blue runs, served with a side of fast lifts. Explore the more challenging wooded slopes or stick to the scenic, laid-back runs at higher altitudes. And if you're up for a leg-burner, the 12 Peaks Challenge offers a game of summit-hopping that might just earn you bragging rights and a badge to prove it.

Wagrain for advanced

Advanced skiers rating -
Poor
Perfect
If it's the steep and deep you're after, you might find Wagrain a bit lacking. However, the resort is home to two World Cup runs, giving you a taste of what it's like to ski like a pro. Plus, you may catch a glimpse of ski legends carving it up during winter events.

Wagrain for snowboarders

Snowboarders rating -
Boarders
Perfect
The Absolut Park is the gem in the crown, being Austria’s largest snow park. Spread over a 1.5 km run with more than 100 features, it's a paradise for both newbies and pros alike. Best of all, navigating the resort without the hassle of drag lifts is a piece of cake, making for a more enjoyable boarding experience.

Wagrain for off-pistes

Off-pistes rating -
Fun
Perfect
Wagrain offers a freeriding experience that is both diverse and exhilarating. The Absolut Park, with its vast and varied terrain, is a haven for freeriders, offering a mix of natural and man-made features, including kickers, rails, and boxes. The resort also boasts a high-altitude powder bowl, known as the "G-Link", which provides an untouched playground for off-piste enthusiasts.

Wagrain for families

Families rating -
Families
Perfect
Family-friendly is Wagrain's middle name, thanks to its location in the 120km Snow Space ski area, full of intermediate-friendly terrain. The Wagrainis Winter World is perfect for getting the kids onto the slopes with its magic carpets and gentle slaloms. In terms of downtime, the Wasserwelt Wagrain is a hit, boasting slides, fountains, and pools for all ages, plus saunas for the grown-ups. Whether it's horse-drawn carriage rides, snow tubing, or indoor tennis, Wagrain has activities to keep the little ones engaged.

Wagrain apres-ski

Apres-ski rating -
Perfect
Apres-ski
If you're into an après scene that’s Austrian to the core, Wagrain delivers. The atmosphere is more relaxed than raucous, but still offers plenty of chances to let your hair down. Kuhstall is the hotspot by the Flying Mozart lift, with DJs and seasonal snow volleyball games. Berghofalm offers chill vibes perfect for a hot chocolate or a beer on the sun terrace, and THE PEOPLE'Z in town is the place to go for low-key drinks and sports on the big screen.

Wagrain

food scene

Wagrain food scene

Family-friendly is Wagrain's middle name, thanks to its location in the 120km Snow Space ski area, full of intermediate-friendly terrain. The Wagrainis Winter World is perfect for getting the kids onto the slopes with its magic carpets and gentle slaloms. In terms of downtime, the Wasserwelt Wagrain is a hit, boasting slides, fountains, and pools for all ages, plus saunas for the grown-ups. Whether it's horse-drawn carriage rides, snow tubing, or indoor tennis, Wagrain has activities to keep the little ones engaged.