One of Austria's highest ski resorts, with an outstanding snow record, Obertauern is a purpose-built resort superbly situated in a mountain pass surrounded by the scenic peaks of the Tauern. With varied skiing for all levels, a state-of-the-art lift system and lively après-ski, it's a great and popular choice for SkiPlan schools who really enjoy skiing!
Choose this resort for:
High altitude resort with outstanding lift system.
Good range of Après ski activities.
Varied skiing for all abilities.
On The Slopes
The ski area at Obertauern, served by an outstanding lift system, is laid out as a circuit. This can be skied clockwise or anti-clockwise, mostly above the tree line with varied terrain, magnificent views and superb runs back to the village.
There are excellent nursery slopes and a gentle green circuit for the beginners in your group, and intermediates in particular have a fabulous choice of red pistes amongst the 95km on offer, with some terrific mogul fields for the more adventurous.
For the experienced skier, Obertauern offers
some stunningly steep descents from the very top of the ski circuit, as well as a formidable slalom course and many other on-and-off-piste options.
Two snowboard parks offer a great choice of action-packed fun facilities.
Off The Slopes
The resort has a tremendous range of activities - ten pin bowling, floodlit skiing, a large indoor sports centre with tennis and squash amongst its facilities, a sauna, solarium, sleigh rides and lots of shops and restaurants.
Ski Facts
Beginners
***
Intermediate
****
Advanced
**
Off-Piste Grade
***
Direction of Slopes
N, S
Kms of Piste
95
No. of Runs
Blue
22
Red
22
Black
6
Longest Run
2.2km
Number of Lifts
26
Highest Lift
2350m
Lift Capacity
24,190 skiers per hour
Snow-Making Facilities
15 cannons covering 30km
Cross Country
15km
Glacier
No, Dachstein 50km away
Snowboarding
Yes, freestyle park floodlit (twice per week), snowboard schools
Mountain Restaurants
12
Children's Facilities
Ski School 4 - 12 yrs
Inclusive Lift Pass
Whole area - Tauemrunde Pass
Key Card Lift Pass
Yes. € 2 deposit per person added to your invoice and refundable in resort.
There are excellent nursery slopes and a gentle green circuit for the beginners in your group, and intermediates in particular have a fabulous choice of red pistes amongst the 95km on offer, with some terrific mogul fields for the more adventurous. 
For the experienced skier, Obertauern offers
some stunningly steep descents from the very top of the ski circuit, as well as a formidable slalom course and many other on-and-off-piste options.
