Skiing & Winter in Mariazell
Three ski areas on a single ski pass, 53 kilometres of cross-country trails, toboggan runs and quiet ski tours – the Mariazellerland is a compact, family-friendly winter paradise. And you stay right in the middle of it.
One ski pass, three ski areas
Three ski areas lie around Mariazell, all accessible on a single ski pass within the shared Voralpen ski association: the Mariazeller Bürgeralpe, the Gemeindealpe Mitterbach and the Annaberger Lifte. Together they offer slopes for every ability – from the broad family slope to the steepest descent in Lower Austria.
- Bürgeralpe – 10 slopes, 14 km, reached straight from the town centre by the Bürgeralpe Express; ideal for families and leisurely skiers
- Gemeindealpe Mitterbach – 15.5 km of slopes at 1,626 m, a freeride area, a snowpark and the steepest descent in Lower Austria
- Annaberg – 20 km of slopes between 800 and 1,400 m, nine lifts, a well-known family ski area with a supervised children's area
Cross-country, tobogganing & ski tours
Away from the slopes, too, the Mariazellerland is a winter dream:
- Cross-country skiing: around 53 km of trails in the region – 13 km classic and 8 km skating on the Gemeindealpe alone
- Tobogganing: a 2.5 km toboggan run leads down into the valley from the Bürgeralpe
- Ski tours: quiet ascents, for example on the Ötscher near Lackenhof
- Winter walking & snowshoeing: marked trails and guided tours
Stay central, keep it short
From our apartments in the centre of Mariazell, the valley station of the Bürgeralpe Express is within walking distance – you can set off into your ski day practically from the front door. The Gemeindealpe, Annaberg and the Ötscher are all comfortably within reach as a day trip. After skiing, restaurants, cafés and the Advent market are just a few steps away.
The ski areas & mountains in detail
Frequently asked questions about winter holidays in Mariazell
Which ski areas are there around Mariazell?
Three ski areas within the shared ski association: the Mariazeller Bürgeralpe, the Gemeindealpe Mitterbach and the Annaberger Lifte. All three can be skied on a single shared ski pass.
Can you go skiing straight from Mariazell?
Yes. The valley station of the Bürgeralpe Express is right in the town centre – within walking distance of our apartments. The Gemeindealpe, Annaberg and the Ötscher make comfortable day trips.
Is there cross-country skiing and tobogganing too?
Yes. The region offers around 53 km of cross-country trails (classic and skating) as well as toboggan runs – such as the 2.5 km run on the Bürgeralpe. Add to that ski tours and winter walking trails.
When is the winter season in Mariazell?
The ski season usually runs from around mid/late November to mid-March – depending on snow conditions and weather. You can find current opening times on the websites of the respective mountain railways.
A ski holiday right in the town.
Eight individual apartments in the heart of Mariazell – the Bürgeralpe cable car is almost on the doorstep. Book directly, city tax included.
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