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© Foto: Pyhrn-Priel Tourismus GmbH / Florian Lierzer | Skitouren gehen in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel.
Eine Person macht eine Skitour durch den Wald in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel.
Eine Person macht eine Skitour durch den Wald in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel.

Piste walking in Pyhrn-Priel

Ski tours on ski slopes

The fascination of ski touring in the Pyhrn-Priel holiday region in Upper Austria is just waiting to be discovered. Whether during the day on the groomed pistes of the Wurzeralm or on an atmospheric night tour on Wednesday - ski tourers will find ideal conditions and well-marked routes for every level.

All the important rules and equipment tips for safe piste walking as well as special offers make the ski touring experience perfect.

© Ski tourer | Photo: TVB Pyhrn-Priel / Daniel Hinterramskogler
Touring regulations on the Wurzeralm

Touring licence

Wurzeralm

Wurzeralm

Touring licence

  • Ascent track open from 8.30 am to 5.00 pm
  • Walking on the piste is free for children up to 15 years of age
  • Holders of ski season tickets, day and multi-day tickets use the ascent track at no extra charge.
  • As soon as parts of the piste walking track are used with touring skis or snowshoes, a piste walking ticket must be purchased.
  • Group discount: one free ticket from 10 paid tickets (for closed groups, only possible on the day at the ticket office, payment by one person)
Ski tours Wurzeralm
© Skitour bei Vollmond auf die Wurzeralm in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel.
Hiking at night in the Pyhrn-Priel holiday region

Touring at night

Wurzeralm

Wurzeralm

Touring at night

  • Night touring is only permitted on Wednesdays until 10 p.m.
  • From 5 p.m. on these days, the valley descent is rededicated as a ski route! (The ski route is a generally accessible route intended and suitable for downhill skiing, which is marked and only secured against avalanche danger, but is neither groomed nor controlled).
  • The piste is also closed on these days from 10 pm, as the valley run is then prepared for the next day.
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Piste & ski touring prohibited in Hinterstoder

Ski touring & piste walking PR

Hinterstoder

Hinterstoder

Ski touring & piste walking PR

  • Skiing on groomed pistes in Hinterstoder is FORBIDDEN all day (day and night) due to the narrow and steep pistes.
  • In addition, there is an acute risk of accidents and danger to life due to the use of piste machines with cable winches!
  • No hazard protection!
  • No liability for accidents!

ATTENTION: Skiing on groomed pistes in Hinterstoder is FORBIDDEN all day (day and night) due to the narrow and steep pistes.
Hinterstoder Höss | touring & piste walking prohibited
There is an acute risk of accident and danger to life from snow groomers with cable winches in use!
No hazard protection! No liability for accidents!

Quick info about piste walking in Pyhrn-Priel

Piste touring is a special form of ski touring in which the ascents take place on groomed ski pistes. It combines the experience of a ski tour with the safety and infrastructure of a ski area.

Yes, there are special rules of conduct for skiing on the Wurzeralm to ensure the safety of all guests. This includes only using the pistes in designated areas and observing the piste opening times. The ascent track is signposted throughout. Please note: For safety reasons, piste walking is prohibited on the Gammering descent!

NO! Due to the narrow and steep pistes in Hinterstoder, skiing on groomed pistes is FORBIDDEN all day (day and night). There is an acute risk of accidents and danger to life due to the use of piste machines with cable winches! No hazard protection! No liability for accidents!

Skiing is permitted on the marked routes of the Wurzeralm during regular operating hours. Night tours are permitted on certain days (Wednesdays) until 10 p.m.

Yes, ski touring skis with skins and suitable safety equipment are recommended for piste walking. Headlamps and reflective clothing are useful at night.

The mountain railway at the Wurzeralm offers a ski touring ticket for ski tourers, which allows them to ski on the groomed slopes of the Wurzeralm and includes the ski touring ascent track (up to 5 times), use of the slopes, car park and sanitary facilities.

No, night tours during a full moon are not possible in the region. Skiing at night is only possible every Wednesday.