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Hochkönig Bergbahnen ski resort

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Hochkönig Bergbahnen Resort Guide

Closed for the season

Best months to book: February, March, January · last season + 30-yr record

Closed for the season closed April 12

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Updated: Sep 21, 9:00 PMWeather at base: 800m

Resort Guide

Hochkönig Bergbahnen is located in the Salzburg region of Austria and forms part of the Ski amadé network, offering access to over 120 kilometers of slopes across the villages of Maria Alm, Dienten, and Mühlbach. The resort is known for its panoramic mountain views, family-friendly atmosphere, and the signature "Königstour" ski circuit, which connects all three villages in a single day. Key amenities include modern lift systems, snow parks, and a variety of mountain huts and restaurants, making it a versatile destination for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.

Resort Info

Summit1,780m
Base800m
Vertical980m
Lifts34
Skiable Area2965.3 acres
Average snowfall67 inches / 170 cm
CountryAustria

Season dates

Season endedApril 12, 2026
Projected openingDecember 5, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

Ski passes

Salzburg Super Ski Card

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Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.

Top Après Ski

TOM Almhütte – A stylish mountain hut located at 1,620 meters, TOM Almhütte is renowned for its panoramic views, modern alpine design, and vibrant après-ski scene featuring live music, DJ events, and a welcoming atmosphere that draws both locals and visitors for post-ski celebrations.

Season vs Historic

Updated Mon, Sep 21, 09:00 PM UTC

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Season Total

This Season to Date

vs 5-Year Avg

Off-season · 314cm full-season avg

vs 30-Year Avg

Off-season · 371cm full-season avg

314cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~207.2 cm. That's 34% below the 5-year average (314 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 44% below the 30-year average (371 cm).

Hochkönig Bergbahnen Season Snowfall

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Hochkönig Bergbahnen Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 380cm with an average of 105 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 22% below this average (295cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).

Average monthly snowfall history
MonthAvg SnowfallSnowfall DaysAvg Base DepthMax Base DepthBiggest Snowfall
November49cm13 days17cm41cm11cm
December65cm18 days54cm78cm13cm
January66cm17 days88cm112cm13cm
February64cm17 days113cm132cm14cm
March62cm17 days123cm147cm13cm
April35cm11 days102cm134cm9cm
May9cm5 days28cm72cm5cm

Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.

SnowSure Score by Month

Season 2025-26

No full season on record

49 days scored, from 22 Feb

47

Best Day

31 Mar

0

Excellent+ Days

Scored 50 or above

6

Powder Days

6cm+ fresh snow

Feb
28.67d
Mar
25.630d
Apr
23.212d

Highest-scoring days

February 2026

  • 4524 Feb19cm
  • 3622 Feb16cm
  • 3025 Feb12cm

March 2026

  • 4731 Mar9cm
  • 4627 Mar13cm
  • 4129 Mar1cm

April 2026

  • 391 Apr5cm
  • 342 Apr1cm
  • 323 Apr3cm

February scored highest for Hochkönig 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 5, 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 Hochkönig Bergbahnen

Where is Hochkönig Bergbahnen?
Hochkönig Bergbahnen is a ski resort in Austria.
How high is Hochkönig Bergbahnen?
Hochkönig Bergbahnen runs from a base elevation of 800 m (2,625 ft) to a summit of 1,780 m (5,840 ft), giving a vertical drop of 980 m (3,215 ft).
How big is Hochkönig Bergbahnen?
Hochkönig Bergbahnen has 2,965 acres (1,200 hectares) of skiable terrain and 34 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Hochkönig Bergbahnen?
Hochkönig 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 Hochkönig Bergbahnen?
Hochkönig 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 Hochkönig Bergbahnen get in a typical season?
Hochkönig Bergbahnen averages 67 inches / 170 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.