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A bustling winter sports scene in Obertauern Lungau Salzburg Austria featuring a ski resort with a ski lift inviting skiers to enjoy the pristine snowy slopes.
A bustling winter sports scene in Obertauern Lungau Salzburg Austria featuring a ski resort with a ski lift inviting skiers to enjoy the pristine snowy slopes.
A family and other groups of people enjoying a day of winter sports in the snowy landscape of Obertauern Lungau Salzburg Austria.
A family enjoying skiing together at the popular winter sports destination of Obertauern in Lungau Salzburg Austria. The vibrant atmosphere of the ski resort is enticing many ski-lovers.
A vibrant winter sports scene at Obertauern in Austria with a skier gliding down the slope. The background presents a quaint chalet, part of the popular ski resort.
Obertauern in Austria - a group of people skiing down a snowy mountain.
Obertauern in Austria - a person riding a snowboard down a snowy slope.
Obertauern in Austria - a snow covered mountain.
Obertauern in Austria - a snow covered mountain.
Obertauern in Austria - a snowy town in the mountains.
Obertauern in Austria: a ski resort in the french alps.

Obertauern Overview

Obertauern is a top-rated ski destination that promises an unparalleled skiing experience for both adults and children. Nestled amidst majestic mountains, the resort boasts of well-groomed slopes perfect for skiing from November through April. The modern lifts efficiently transport ski enthusiasts to the top, providing breathtaking views of the snow-laden landscape. During summer, the resort transforms into a walker's paradise with beautiful walking paths.

Many visitors commend Obertauern for its variety of slopes, offering a blend of routes for different proficiency levels, from beginners to experts. The resort prides itself on its excellent slope variability, offering everything from gentle blue runs to challenging black descents. Furthermore, the resort is known for its well-connected routes to Zehnerkar and Plattenkarbahn, with short ascents and long descents.

In addition to winter sports, Obertauern is a delight in the summer months too. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful views, paddleboard or row a boat on the gorgeous lakes, and find numerous benches for resting. The resort is also famous among Beatles fans as the filming location for their renowned 'Help' video in 1965.

One of the legendary ski resorts in Austria, Obertauern stands out for its reliable snowfall, even when the volume of snow is dwindling in other parts of the Alps. The resort ensures smooth operation well into late spring, providing a wonderful and safe skiing experience. Despite the large crowds, the resort effectively manages wait times for lifts and cable cars.

Obertauern impresses visitors with its excellent service and friendly staff. The resort is home to many hotels and restaurants, catering to varied tastes and preferences. The snow-sure ski area, well-maintained slopes, and fantastic forest paths make Obertauern a highly recommended destination for ski enthusiasts year after year.

Key insights

6 insights available

Peak Elevation

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Maximum skiing elevation
Max: 6767 m

Number of Lifts

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Total quantity of operational lifts
Max: 165 total

Total Run Distance

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A total distance of all the piste runs
Max: 600 km

Vertical Drop

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Maximum vertical descent distance
Max: 3167 m

Base Elevation

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Starting elevation of ski area
Max: 4000 m

Skiable Terrain

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Total area of accessible ski terrain
Max: 12366 ac

Terrain Difficulty

Intermediate
53.0%
Beginner
41.0%

Features

2 features available

Traditional Ski Resort

A classic ski resort with real snow

Night Skiing

Enjoy after-dark skiing operations

Comments

Real experiences from visitors to this resort

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Peak Elevation

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Number of Lifts

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Total Run Distance

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Vertical Drop

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Base Elevation

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Skiable Terrain

442.7cm
Annual Snowfall
11 year average
Peak: December (76.0cm)
59.4cm
Nov
76.0cm
Dec
73.7cm
Jan
63.6cm
Feb
59.7cm
Mar
51.3cm
Apr
Snow Season (Nov-Dec-Jan-Feb-Mar-Apr)

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