St. Wolfgang Ski Resort Guide
St. Wolfgang, Austria
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| Recommended For | Intermediates, Beginners, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 6 miles |
| Highest Lift | 4,429ft |
| Resort Height | 1,772ft |
| Nearest Airports | Salzburg and Munich |
St. Wolfgang
St. Wolfgang offers picturesque slopes and breathtaking views. This charming resort caters to skiers and snowboarders of all levels.
Summary
Nestled in the Salzkammergut region, St. Wolfgang boasts a blend of serene surroundings and vibrant ski culture. With access to nearby ski areas, it creates a perfect playground for winter sports lovers.
The ski area of St. Wolfgang is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 1,772ft, with 6 miles of marked runs.
St. Wolfgang has direct access to 6 miles of downhill skiing, with 18 marked pistes, served by a total of 9 ski lifts.
The skiing is at relatively low altitude, so snow cover can be variable.
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Snow and Weather
St. Wolfgang typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 50-100 cm during peak season. Snowfall is consistent, but it's always wise to check the latest snow information on J2Ski for current conditions.
When will it snow in St. Wolfgang?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for St. Wolfgang.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
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Ski Area Stats
St. Wolfgang Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 1 | 1 miles |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 12 | 7 miles |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 6 | 4 miles |
| Downhill Total Length | 6 miles | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 25 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 9 | |
St. Wolfgang Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 4,429ft |
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| Lowest Trail | 1,772ft |
| Resort Altitude (St. Wolfgang) | 1,772ft |
| Max Vertical | 2,657ft |
Ratings & Suitability
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| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Beginners | |
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| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
St. Wolfgang is part of the larger Postalm ski area, featuring around 30 kilometers of ski runs. The highest point reaches an elevation of 1,900 meters, with notable runs such as the Gschwandt and the Schafberg, accessible via lifts like the Postalm lift and the Zwölferhorn cable car.
St. Wolfgang offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Ski Lessons in St. Wolfgang

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see St. Wolfgang Ski Schools and St. Wolfgang Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will enjoy the terrain parks at Postalm, which offer a variety of features for all skill levels. The natural terrain and wide-open spaces provide ample opportunities for freestyle tricks and powder runs.
Location and Map
Where is St. Wolfgang?
This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Sankt Wolfgang-Kienberg, Judenburg.
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to St. Wolfgang is Salzburg, 60 minutes drive away.
Munich, Linz, Innsbruck Airport, Graz and Ljubljana airports are all within three hours drive.
Munich and Salzburg are just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
St. Wolfgang is easily accessible via Salzburg Airport, which is about an hour away by car. From the airport, take the A1 motorway, followed by the B158 scenic route leading directly to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The nine ski lifts are able to uplift 8,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 1 miles of ski runs, with 1 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is St. Wolfgang open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is mid December, and usual closing is Early April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, unwind at the charming Café Moser or the lively Hotel Furian. For those seeking nightlife, check out the local bars or enjoy a cozy dinner at one of the many restaurants in the village.