Anyone can make tracks in the snow and whizz down the perfectly groomed pistes in the Grossglockner/Heiligenblut ski area. However, the feeling of freedom only comes when you can feel the powder in your calves and hear the snow crunching under your skis. This is freeriding par excellence! Powder fans and freeride fans can experience this feeling of happiness on the Grossglockner. A perfect run, a dreamlike winter landscape - and you right in the middle of it!
Let yourself be carried away by the breathtaking backdrop of Austria's highest mountain and immerse yourself in the countless off-piste experiences. On your marks, get set and "gstaubt wird"!
It has to be fine and powdery - deep snow
The most beautiful freeride routes
Five freeride runs stretching across zones A to F give you the absolute and ultimate freeride feeling. Whether high up on the Schareck or over gentle powder fields on the Fleissalm - the freeride routes offer the right powder fun for every level of difficulty and ability.
Precaution is half the battle: please check your equipment and the current avalanche warning level in advance. Caution is advised, especially in open terrain!
Between Carinthia and Salzburg
Freeriding on the Schareck
On the borderline between Carinthia and Salzburg, right on the main Alpine ridge, you will find the central mountain of the ski area, the Schareck. Not only is it easily accessible from all sides, it also offers freeriders a veritable stronghold of off-piste adventures. Whether beginner or full pro - there are suitable runs for every level of difficulty and skill. But beware: please avoid the slopes with avalanches!
Facts & Figures
Freeride terrain throughout sector A
Accessible from all sides
All levels of difficulty
Altitude: 2,600 to 1,750 m
Absolute snowy bliss
Freeriding on the Fallbichel
Due to its altitude and location, the Fallbichl is considered to be absolutely snow-sure until March. Steep terrain, countless cliffs and the finest powder are just waiting to be skied by you.
Facts & Figures
The Fallbichl can be found in sector B.
Guaranteed snow until March
Altitude: 2,600 to 2,200 m
Caution: avalanche risk!
Short, steep, challenging
The Viehbühel
Like the Fallbichl, the Viehbühel also guarantees guaranteed snow until well into March. Not only can freeriders and deep-snow acrobats master adventurous ski tours here, but they can also tackle extraordinary descents as well as fabulous jumps. Prerequisite: muscle fat and fitness.
Facts & figures
Viehbühel can be found in sector C.
Snow is guaranteed until March
Please take extra care due to the many hidden rocks!
Be careful when crossing the lift route!
Both steep and flat terrain
The versatile Fleissalm
Freeriders will find steep and alpine terrain further up on the Fleissalm, while the versatile alpine pasture offers flat and gentle areas further down. This means that freeride sector D is not only suitable for beginners, but also for deep snow pros.
Facts & figures
You will find this varied area in sector D.
You can reach the highest point of the ski area at 2,989 m on the Fleissalm.
Countless downhill options
Caution: There are many wildlife reserves in the sector!
A challenging terrain
The Tauern Valley
The Tauerntal is challenging and therefore perfect for experienced freeriders and adrenaline junkies. In addition to a good deal of experience, off-piste skiers also need a good sense of direction.
By the way: In high winter, the runs can be continued all the way to the Winkl district. The valley runs in sector F are particularly difficult and are usually only used by freeriders who know their way around.
Facts & Figures
- Sectors E and F are only suitable for experienced freeriders.
- Many hidden entrances, starting from the Wallackhaus
- Increased risk of avalanches
Safety first
The freeride checkpoint
Skiing away from the secured slopes is exciting, an adventure and regularly makes freeriders' hearts beat faster. Nevertheless, it also harbors dangers! Therefore: safety first! At the Rossbach middle station, you will find a freeride checkpoint with all the important information about the off-piste slopes.
up-to-date avalanche information
Display of open and closed ski routes
LVS check
Up-to-date information on weather, temperature and snow depth
It is even safer to book a guide at the snow sports school!
