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Großarler Bergbahnen Resort Guide
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Best months to book: March, February, January · last season + 30-yr record
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Closed for the season — closed April 12
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Resort Guide
Großarler Bergbahnen is located in the Grossarl Valley of Salzburg, Austria, and forms part of the Ski amadé network. The resort features over 70 kilometers of slopes, modern lift facilities, and a family-friendly atmosphere, catering to both beginners and experienced skiers. Signature experiences include panoramic alpine views, well-groomed pistes, and direct access to mountain huts offering regional cuisine. Key amenities include ski schools, equipment rentals, and a snow park, making it a versatile destination for winter sports enthusiasts.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Großarler Bergbahnen
Lifts
17
Skiable area
1729.7 ac
Longest run
8 km
Runs by difficulty(38 total)
Beginner
16
43% of terrain
Intermediate
21
54% of terrain
Advanced
1
3% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Gondola6
- High-speed 63
- Quad chair2
- Double chair1
- Surface lift4
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Salzburg Super Ski Card
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Umbrella Bar Großarl – A popular après-ski hotspot located at the valley station, the Umbrella Bar is renowned for its energetic atmosphere, lively music, and convenient ski-in access, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind and socialize after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
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Off-season · 353cm full-season avg
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Off-season · 365cm full-season avg
353cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~233 cm. That's 34% below the 5-year average (353 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 36% below the 30-year average (365 cm).
Großarler Bergbahnen Season Snowfall
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Großarler Bergbahnen Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 421cm with an average of 127 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
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| November | 55cm | 15 days | 20cm | 41cm | 14cm |
| December | 62cm | 19 days | 53cm | 75cm | 13cm |
| January | 61cm | 18 days | 82cm | 102cm | 12cm |
| February | 60cm | 18 days | 103cm | 120cm | 13cm |
| March | 63cm | 19 days | 112cm | 133cm | 13cm |
| April | 44cm | 15 days | 97cm | 125cm | 10cm |
| May | 20cm | 8 days | 31cm | 73cm | 7cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
49 days scored, from 22 Feb
58
Best Day
27 Mar
1
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
5
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4624 Feb9cm
- 4522 Feb7cm
- 4125 Feb6cm
March 2026
- 5827 Mar8cm
- 4928 Mar1cm
- 4630 Mar1cm
April 2026
- 491 Apr3cm
- 432 Apr1cm
- 393 Apr2cm
February scored highest for Großarler Bergbahnen in 2025-26. Based on 49 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 19, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Großarler Bergbahnen
- Where is Großarler Bergbahnen?
- Großarler Bergbahnen is a ski resort in Austria.
- How high is Großarler Bergbahnen?
- Großarler Bergbahnen runs from a base elevation of 849 m (2,785 ft) to a summit of 2,040 m (6,693 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,191 m (3,907 ft).
- How big is Großarler Bergbahnen?
- Großarler Bergbahnen has 1,730 acres (700 hectares) of skiable terrain, 38 marked runs and 17 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Großarler Bergbahnen?
- Großarler Bergbahnen is on the Salzburg Super Ski Card. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Großarler Bergbahnen?
- Großarler Bergbahnen typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Großarler Bergbahnen get in a typical season?
- Großarler Bergbahnen averages 122 inches / 310 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
