Ski holidays in Oberau
Classic Tyrolean charm, full of character and unspoilt scenery
- Access to 100 kilometres of slopes
- Short transfers from Innsbruck Airport
- Classic Tyrolean village with unspoilt mountain views
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© Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschonau
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© Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschonau
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© Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschonau
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© Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschonau
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© Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschonau
Child skis and boots
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Best for
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Cross-country
Snowboard
Oberau at a glance
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Travel included to Oberau
Depart on: Saturdays
Fly into: Innsbruck or Salzburg
Innsbruck transfer time: approx. 1 hour 30 mins by coach
Salzburg transfer time: approx. 2 hours 45 mins by coach
Included in your ski holiday to Oberau
- Free Wildschönau Card, which includes guided winter walks, snowshoeing, entry to local museums and discounts for local attractions and activities
- Free ski bus service in resort
- On holiday support and tailored advice from our Destination Experts based in Oberau
- Access to Inghams Digital Resort Guide with things to do, ski highlights and useful information on holiday
- Flights from the UK, accommodation and transfers
Ski & snowboarding information
Best for
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Cross-country
Snowboard
Oberau ski area offers 109 km of runs, 46 lifts, and diverse trails for all skill levels in Ski Juwel ski area.
Runs
Ski routes mapAdditional Ski Details
- Ski area:
- 113km
- Snow park:
- Yes
- Resort altitude:
- 936m
- Ski Altitude:
- 936m - 2025m
- Lift Ski Lockers:
- No
Beginner skiing in Oberau
Oberau features the Schießhüttl lift, a user-friendly drag lift that serves gentle, well-maintained beginner slope. The piste is ideal for practicing fundamental skiing techniques in a calm and manageable environment. The runs are wide and offer a gradual incline, making it perfect for those taking their first steps on skis.
Intermediate skiing in Oberau
Advanced skiing in Oberau
Advanced skiers in the Wildschönau Valley will find challenging and varied black pistes in Niederau, starting from the top of the Lanerköpfl lift. The larger ski area is in Auffach, offering interesting and diverse red slopes. Auffach is connected to the expansive Alpbach ski area, part of the Ski Juwel region, which provides an excellent selection of red and black runs—perfect for thrilling descents and consistently great conditions.
Snowboarding in Oberau
Beginners can enjoy wide, gentle runs, while intermediates and advanced riders will find long cruising pistes, steeper descents, and some off-piste opportunities. Snowboarders who love freestyle will appreciate the Family Snowpark Schatzberg, which features small to medium jumps, rails, and boxes for beginners and intermediates, and the Snowpark Alpbachtal on Wiedersbergerhorn, offering larger kickers and creative obstacles for more advanced riders. The gondolas and chairlifts make the area highly snowboard-friendly, with minimal reliance on drag lifts.
| Lift pass | Days | Season | Adult | Youth 2007-2009 |
Child 2010-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Area pass | 6 | Low | £266 | £213 | £134 |
| High | £295 | £237 |
£149 |
Covers Alpbach, Reith, Auffach, Niederau & Oberau.
- Low season: 14 Mar - 30 Apr 26
- High season: 20 Dec 25 - 13 Mar 26
Free child lift pass for children born 2020 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.
| 6 days | Category |
Adult |
Youth 10 - 14 years |
Child 4 - 9 years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skis | Blue | £78 | - | - |
| Red | £97 | £40 | £31 | |
| Black | £114 | - | - | |
| Skis & boots | Blue | £119 | - | - |
| Red | £137 | £94 | £64 | |
| Black | £172 | - | - | |
| Snowboard | Red | £97 | £60 | £42 |
| Snowboard & boots* | Red | £137 | - | £64 |
*Child snowboard equipment from 7 years
Levels of equipment
- Blue: ideal for beginners to early intermediates – softer and easier to turn
- Red: suits confident intermediates – more rigid for better stability and control, usually new or one season old
- Black: ideal for strong intermediates and advanced skiers wanting high-performance equipment
Prices and supplements are correct at the time of publishing. Up to date prices will be confirmed at the time of booking.
| Tuition | Days | Times | Adult | Child (4-14yrs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski | 3 | 10am-12am & 1pm-3pm |
£232 | £232 |
| 5 | 10am-12am & 1pm-3pm |
£258 | £258 |
Ski school may be closed on Christmas Day & New Year’s Day
Ski school for Oberau is based in Niederau which is a 5 minute journey on the free ski bus
Tuition begins on Sundays
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 and 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.
Where to stay in Oberau
Oberau is a charming mountain village with authentic Tyrolean character. Surrounded by sweeping alpine meadows and snow-capped peaks, the village is dominated by the view of the beautiful St. Margaretha church. The accommodation here is budget friendly and full of Austrian charm, the family run Hotel Tirolerhof has an unbeatable location in the resort with convenient access to the slopes.
Our accommodations in Oberau
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Hotel Tirolerhof
Oberau, The Ski Juwel Area, Austria
Central, quiet location Sun terrace Large indoor pool- Half Board
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Discover Oberau
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.
The village is dominated by the view of the 250 year old church baroque church against the backdrop of the mountains. The church is often called the 'Cathedral' due to its size. This charming village is the ideal place for skiers just starting out on the slopes, or for improvers looking to hone their craft.
The neighbouring village of Niederau is just three kilometres away and is easily accessible 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 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.
Rooted in traditional Tyrolean flavours, the local culinary scene is hearty, comforting, and full of Alpine character. In many of the cosy mountain huts and charming restaurants in resort, you'll find classic Austrian alpine dishes such as goulash soup, knödels (dumplings served in broth), apfelstrudel, and kaiserschmarrn (shredded pancakes) on the menu.
Après ski here is all about winding down - think crackling fires, homemade schnapps, hearty food and good company. The Hotel Tirolerhof’s Stadl Bar is a popular place for guests and locals alike, with live music throughout the season.
For those wanting a bit more nightlife, the neighbouring village of Auffach (a short ski bus or taxi ride away) has a slightly livelier après ski scene at the base of the Schatzberg gondola.
The local museum in nearby Niederau 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
The night bus (Nightliner) operates Friday and Saturday from 8pm – 3am*.
The resort buses between Niederau, Oberau and Auffach are free with your guest card.
*Buses have limited running times in low season
Travel to Oberau
Travel by air
Flights depart Saturdays to Innsbruck and Salzburg from 20 December 2025 to 21 March 2026.
Transfer time
- Innsbruck airport: approx. 1 hour 30 mins by coach
- Salzburg airport: approx. 2 hours 45 mins by coach
Please be aware transfer times may vary depending on weather conditions and volume of traffic, especially during peak season.
Private transfers and self drive options are available. Please call to book.
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