
With some of the most scenic terrain in Austria, as well as some of the most extreme, this is a great area for freeriding and touring. Accommodation is mostly found in the three valley towns of Gaschurn, St Gallenkirch and Schruns, all of which are well linked to the ski area by modern gondolas.
The main attraction for more experienced snowsports enthusiasts is the lift served off piste, 27km of which is in the form of marked, but unpisted ski routes. Head to the top of the Burg draglift for R55 or to the Rinderhütte chair for R44. This is also one of the best resorts in Austria for ski touring and the lift system provides excellent access to numerous freeride routes.
There are three main towns to base yourself in – Shruns, St Gallenkirch and Gaschurn. Perhaps the most convenient base is St Gallenkirch as it sits in between the two main Hochjoch and Valisera ski areas, but Shruns and Gaschurn have a better choice of bars, restaurants and accommodation.
*Weekend operation will begin in mid-November should snow conditions permit. Resort opens full-time in stages between 30 November and 25 December.
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| Max temp | -4.9°c | -4.9°c | -11.9°c | -8.8°c | -8.3°c | -11.7°c | -11.1°c | -10.9°c | -15.5°c | -12.3°c | -12.2°c | -18.2°c | -11.5°c | -11.5°c | -17.3°c | -12.4°c | -12.4°c | -17.5°c | -11.8°c | -11.8°c | -16.7°c | -10.5°c | -10.4°c | -13.6°c | -6.3°c | -6.1°c | -9.3°c | -5.8°c | -5.8°c | -9.5°c |
| Min temp | -13.8°c | -11.9°c | -14.2°c | -14.9°c | -11.7°c | -12.4°c | -15°c | -15.5°c | -18.7°c | -20.9°c | -18.2°c | -19.7°c | -19.5°c | -17.3°c | -18.9°c | -18.5°c | -17.5°c | -19.5°c | -19°c | -16.7°c | -17.6°c | -17.2°c | -13.8°c | -13.8°c | -12.2°c | -9.3°c | -10.8°c | -10.5°c | -9.5°c | -10.5°c |
| Feels like temp | -18.7°c | -8.4°c | -17.1°c | -14.9°c | -13.4°c | -11.7°c | -13.8°c | -16°c | -15.5°c | -27°c | -12.3°c | -23.8°c | -19.5°c | -11.5°c | -17.3°c | -18.5°c | -17.1°c | -17.5°c | -19°c | -16.4°c | -16.7°c | -17.2°c | -15.1°c | -13.8°c | -16.8°c | -10.6°c | -13.6°c | -15.6°c | -10.3°c | -9.5°c |
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| Max temp | -4.9°c | -4.9°c | -11.9°c |
| Min temp | -13.8°c | -11.9°c | -14.2°c |
| Feels like temp | -18.7°c | -8.4°c | -17.1°c |
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| Snow expected | 0.1 cm | 0.7 cm | 1.8 cm |
| Max temp | -8.8°c | -8.3°c | -11.7°c |
| Min temp | -14.9°c | -11.7°c | -12.4°c |
| Feels like temp | -14.9°c | -13.4°c | -11.7°c |
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| Max temp | 1°c | 1.5°c | -2.6°c | -1.4°c | -0.8°c | -2.1°c | -3.7°c | -3.3°c | -6.6°c | -5.2°c | -4.9°c | -9.6°c | -6.4°c | -6.3°c | -10.1°c | -6.4°c | -6.3°c | -9.6°c | -6°c | -5.7°c | -8.8°c | -3.9°c | -3.5°c | -5.7°c | -0.6°c | 0°c | -1.6°c | 0.5°c | 0.8°c | -1.4°c |
| Min temp | -6.6°c | -2.6°c | -5°c | -5.4°c | -2.1°c | -2.8°c | -6.5°c | -6.6°c | -8.8°c | -12°c | -9.6°c | -12°c | -13°c | -10.1°c | -11.4°c | -11.9°c | -9.6°c | -11.1°c | -12.3°c | -8.8°c | -9.4°c | -9.8°c | -5.7°c | -6.2°c | -5.6°c | -1.6°c | -2.9°c | -3.2°c | -1.4°c | -2.4°c |
| Feels like temp | -6.6°c | 0.9°c | -2.6°c | -5.4°c | -1.4°c | -2.1°c | -5.4°c | -3.7°c | -6.6°c | -11.9°c | -5.2°c | -9.6°c | -13°c | -6.4°c | -10.1°c | -11.9°c | -6.4°c | -9.6°c | -12.3°c | -6°c | -8.8°c | -9.8°c | -3.9°c | -5.7°c | -5.6°c | -0.6°c | -1.6°c | -3.1°c | 0.5°c | -1.4°c |
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| Max temp | 1°c | 1.5°c | -2.6°c |
| Min temp | -6.6°c | -2.6°c | -5°c |
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| Snow expected | 0.4 cm | 1.1 cm | 3.2 cm |
| Max temp | -1.4°c | -0.8°c | -2.1°c |
| Min temp | -5.4°c | -2.1°c | -2.8°c |
| Feels like temp | -5.4°c | -1.4°c | -2.1°c |
| Snowfall | Last Snowfall | 08/12/2025 |
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| Next 3 days | 6.2 cm | |
| Depths | Upper piste depth | 35 cm |
| Lower piste depth | 5 cm | |
| Snow conditions | Snow quality | Hard packed |
| Lifts | Lifts open | 29 out of 35 |
| Resort opening date | Fri 21 Nov 2025 | |
| Resort closing date | Sun 12 Apr 2026 |
Updated 30/12
Things finally turn the corner for Austrian resorts this week after predicted snowfall stays away over the New Year period. Continuing high pressure means 2026 dawns fine, dry and bright, however more unsettled conditions and snow move in over this weekend.
Starting on Friday, steady snowfall will blanket almost all areas in Austria, with 15cm down at St Anton each on Saturday and Sunday. A freezing line staying around 1,000m means this will hit most elevations. Further south and east, this will bear the brunt of snowfall for the region and up to 2ft could be expected down on Sunday and into the new week.
Things remain cold and snow as the new week begins, with plenty more snowfall on the way.