Ski holidays in Niederau

Classic Tyrolean charm, full of character and unspoilt scenery

  • Resort altitude: 828 metres
  • 113 km of skiing
  • 30 km Blue, 54 km Red, 6 km Black runs
  • Transfer time: approx. 1 hour 15 mins Innsbruck and 2 hours 30 mins from Salzburg airport by coach

Wild and beautiful – hence the name of one of the Tyrol’s loveliest and most unspoilt valleys. Even though Innsbruck is just under two hours away it could be a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Skiing and snowboarding in Niederau

Niederau, the first and biggest of its traditional and most charming villages, is ideal for beginner and intermediate skiers, although there are testing runs too. The resort is linked with Oberau, just 3km away, by free ski bus service. Auffach, at the end of the valley, has some more challenging slopes and is now linked with Alpbach’s ski area to form, with Niederau and Auffach, the Ski Juwel Area.

In recent seasons, the Wildschönau has won awards for ‘Best Family Ski Area’ and ‘Friendliest Staff’, as well as one for excellent piste preparation. All guests receive the FREE Wildschönau Card, which includes guided winter walks and snowshoeing, FREE entry to local museums as well as discounts for local attractions and activities.

Where to stay in Niederau

Niederau is the ideal place for those who want to experience the incredible skiing Austria has to offer, without splashing the cash. We have great budget friendly accommodation here all within easy reach of the slopes.

What's included in an Inghams holiday to Niederau

Flights, transfers and accommodation based on self catering, half board, chalet catering, full board or all inclusive. Optional add ons include equipment hire, lift pass and tuition, please see the 'Ski extras' tab below for more information on these.

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Ski hotels in Niederau

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Hotel Sonnschein Niederau Austria exterior (1)

A warm welcome is provided at the Hotel Sonnschein. Ideal for families, with a variety of room types including spacious family rooms. The Sonnschein also has leisure facilities including two swimming pools, wellness facilities and a children's playroom.

 

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Hotel Harfenwirt Niederau Austria Exterior (3)

The Hotel Harfenwirt is centrally located in Niederau and offers a comfortable stay in traditional Austrian surroundings. You will have great views of the valley and leisure facilities including a heated indoor pool. 

Ski & Snowboard
Skiing levels
Beginner
Intermediates
Advanced
Snowboard
Cross country

Beginners skiing in Niederau

Niederau is excellent for beginners as the nursery slopes are directly in the centre of each village.

Intermediate skiing in Niederau

The main skiing takes place in Niederau via the Markbachjoch gondola or the Lanerköpfl chairlift. As the Wildschönau is now interlinked with Alpbach, it is ideal for intermediates with many blue and red runs to choose from.

Advanced skiing in Niederau

Along with four exciting black runs and a couple of mogul fields in the valley, most areas offer several off-piste routes for the adventurous skier.

Snowboarding in Niederau

The wide open, easy slopes are suitable for beginners and intermediates. More experienced boarders will enjoy the three funparks (whole area). The 'Race n Boarder' Arena in Niederau has a permenant race track and offers professional training.


Mountain facts
Area 113 km
Resort Altitude 828m
Ski Alt. From 830m
Ski Alt. To 2025m
Run Information

30km blue runs, 54km red runs, 6km black runs

Lifts Chairlifts 7, Draglifts 26, Gondolas 9
Lift Times

09:00 - 16:00

Lift Ski LockersNo
Whole Area Pass Lifts45
Night Skiing IncludedYes
Mountain Restaurants23
Snow Cannon Coverage50%
Cross Country Trails

37km Wildschonau, 70km whole area

Night Skiing

In Reith & Oberau

Off-piste OptionsYes
Slope DirectionN, E, S, W
Snowpark Info

3 (1 in Wildschonau, 2 in Alpbach)

Walking40
Things To Do

Dragon winter night

Taking place every Wednesday from 27/12/23 till 28/02/24 from 19:00 till 22:00 in Drachental Family Park in Oberau. Dragon winter night offers live music, musical performances, ice disco, night roller-coaster and ski demo (only 17/01 and 15/02).

There will be a shuttle bus between Auffach, Niederau and Oberau to help guests to get to the show.

Tobogganing

Tobogganing is available in nearby Oberau daily for €5.50-€8.50 per person. On Wednesday and Thursday guests can enjoy tobogganing in the evening.

Museums

The local museum is open every Wed from 12-7pm from the 23rd Dec. Cost approx: €3.80/€5.60 per person

The Art Gallery in Niederau is open daily from 5-6.30pm

Resort buses

The night bus (Nightliner) operates Friday and Saturday from 8pm – 3am which is free with guest card and travels between Niederau and Oberau to Auffach*

The resort bus is free with guest card in Wildschönau Valley*

*Buses have limited running times in low season

Other activities

  • Horse-drawn sleigh rides
  • Snowshoeing
  • Ski kindergarten
  • The Catholic church in the centre of Niederau opening times vary week-week. The Christmas Carol Service held on 25th Dec is at 5pm
  • Dorf 'n' Stub & The Cave Bar night club - both free
  • The High Rope Course cost approx €40 for Adults, €35 for children 14 & under
Lift Passes

Lift Passes

Lift Passes Days Season Adult - Born before 2006  Youth
2006-2008
Child
2009-2018
Area Pass 6 Low £271 £217 £136
High £300 £241 £151

Covers Alpach, Reith, Auffach, Niederau & Oberau.

Low season 15 Mar - 30 Apr

High season 21 Dec - 14 Mar

Free child lift pass for children born 2019 or later. Beginners should book in resort for reduced prices.

Prices and supplements are correct at the time of publishing. Up to date prices will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Ski Equipment

Ski Equipment

Please see here for a description of hire categories.

Prices are from:

6 days Category

Adult

Child

3 - 12 years

Skis Blue £58 £23
Red £66 -
Black £84 -
Skis & boots Blue £86 £42
Red £95 -
Black £111 -
Snowboard & boots* Red £95 £41

*Child snowboard equipment from 7 years.

Prices and supplements are correct at the time of publishing. Up to date prices will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Tuition

Tuition

Tuition Days Times Adult Child (5-14yrs)
Ski 3 10am-12am
& 1pm-3pm
£194 £194
Ski 5 10am-12am
or 1pm-3pm
£223 £223

Ski school might be closed on Christmas Day & New Year’s Day. 

Levels of tuition:

  • Beginner = never skied before
  • Level 1 = advanced beginner; can control speed, snowplough and change direction on gentle slopes 
  • Level 2 = low intermediate, snowplough turns and start to ski parallel
  • Level 3 = Good intermediate, Parallel turns 
  • Advanced = Fully confident on all slopes, looking to improve technique

Prices and supplements are correct at the time of publishing. Up to date prices will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Transfers

Flights depart Saturdays

Transfer time

  • Innsbruck airport: approx. 1 hour 15 mins by coach
  • Salzburg airport: approx. 2 hour 30 mins by coach

Private transfers and self drive options are available

Good to know

  • Skiing up to 1,900m & excellent snow record
  • Interlinked with the Alpbach ski area
  • Short transfers from Innsbruck Airport
  • Inghams rep service
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