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- Endless Skiing, Cosy Alpine Huts & Traditional Austrian Cuisine Make Hochkönig a Winter Paradise
The Hochkönig ski area impresses not only with its breathtaking scenery but also with regional delicacies, cosy alpine huts and a variety of winter activities both on and off the slopes. Part of the enormous Ski amadé network, with its 760km of downhill slopes and 278 modern ski lifts, the Hochkönig ski resort is one of largest conjoined ski areas with 34 lifts serving 120km of perfectly prepared pistes, making it a dream destination for winter sports enthusiasts.
The 2024/25 ski season in the Hochkönig region kicks off on 6 December. More information, as well as the best deals on ski passes, can be found here.
Something for everyone at Hochkönig
Whether it’s the mellow blue runs, the six-peak Königstour or the powder-filled freeride faces, the varied slopes of the Hochkönig ski region provide the perfect setting for every skier and snowboarder to experience the mountains and winter from a new alpine perspective.
The snowy landscape of Hochkönig is a winter wonderland, no matter your age. Families can take advantage of special offers, with children under six skiing for free.
Throughout the Hochkönig ski area are fun slopes and snow parks to discover, adding extra elements of fun and excitement to each ski day. With over 85km of winter hiking trails, 40km of cross-country skiing tracks, plus snowshoeing paths, ski touring routes and natural toboggan runs, there are plenty of ways to explore Hochkönig beyond the ski slopes. Whatever the sporting activity, a stop or two at one of the many, many Hochkönig ski huts is a must.
Gourmet Food + Skiing = As Good As It Gets
A winter holiday at the foot of Hochkönig mountain hits all the senses. Stunning scenery as far as the eye can see, the serene setting silenced by a heavy blanket of snow, perfectly groomed slopes for underfoot perfection. But there’s more… The taste and smell of local cuisine from Hochkönig’s alpine huts.
Culinary Königstours across the mountain are a real treat for both skiing enthusiasts and food lovers, with menus featuring the range of well-loved traditional dishes (with vegetarian and vegan options). Tour from hut to hut, trying the diverse menus, knowing that after recharging, the next dream descent (and the next course) awaits…
Insider Tip: Buy a voucher for the Culinary Königstour and gift it to a friend for an unforgettable skiing experience.
Top Spring Hochkönig Events
Food lovers, mark mid March in your 2025 calendar. This is when the Hochkönig holiday region hosts its culinary events, combining food, traditional folk music and, of course, winter sports.
Festivities begin with the Ski & Wine Enjoyment Week from 15–22 March. You can expect wine tastings as well as novel events like the Gondola Dinner and Folk-Musical Skihüttenroas, with traditional folk music alongside regional dishes and drinks.
If you prefer beer over wine, plan your holiday for the end of March; During the weekend of 27–29 March 2025, everything revolves around hops and malt. Festivities kick off on Thursday evening with the Alpine Craft Festival Beer & Dine, where visitors can sample handcrafted beer from master brewers at select restaurants.
The Alpine Craft Night on Friday evening takes place at TOM Almhütte on the mountain, where food trucks, acrobatic performances, DJ sets and (of course) beer tastings create a party atmosphere.
On Saturday 29 March, more beer tastings and various performances will take place across a number of participating alpine huts throughout the Hochkönig ski area, making for the best kind of spring ski trip.
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