4 Berge Skischaukel

The 4 Berge Skischaukel is a ski resort in the Austrian Alps, located in the Ennstal valley. It is made up of four mountains: Planai, Hochwurzen, Hauser Kaibling, and Reiteralm and includes the famous resort of Schladming. The resort offers a total of 123 kilometers of pistes, 47 lifts, and 4 kilometers of ski routes.

Terrain🔵🔵🔵🔵
🔴🔴🔴🔴
⚫⚫
Price€€€€
Base/Summit745m / 2015m
Snow Sure Rating❄❄❄❄
Family Friendly Rating⭐⭐⭐⭐
RecommendationA great ski resort for beginners, intermediates, and families. It has a variety of terrain for all levels, as well as a number of amenities that make it a great place to stay.

Location

The 4 Berge Skischaukel is located in the Ennstal valley, in the Austrian state of Styria. The nearest major cities are Salzburg (100 kilometers away) and Graz (150 kilometers away). The resort is easily accessible by car, train, and plane.

Terrain

The 4 Berge Skischaukel offers a variety of terrain for all levels of skiers and snowboarders. There are plenty of beginner and intermediate slopes, as well as some challenging off-piste terrain. The resort is also home to a number of snow parks and a dedicated area for cross-country skiing.

Amenities

In addition to the skiing and snowboarding, the 4-Berge-Skischaukel offers a number of other amenities, including:

  • A variety of restaurants and bars
  • A spa and wellness center
  • A number of children’s activities
  • Free Wi-Fi in the main villages

Price

The 4 Berge Skischaukel is a mid level priced ski resort, especially when compared to other resorts in the Alps. A six-day lift pass for adults costs around €350, and a four-day pass for children costs around €200.

Season

The ski season at the 4 Berge Skischaukel typically runs from December to April. However, the resort has a number of snowmaking machines, so the skiing can often continue into May.

4 Berge Skischaukel

4 Berge Skischaukel Tips

  • Beginners:
    • The Hauser Kaibling offer a good selection of the higher altitude blue slope, head there when the skies are clear for the best conditions.
    • Hochwurzen has a lovely group of blues on the lower slopes. If it’s cloudy higher up you’ll have plenty to go at down here.
  • Intermediate Skiers:
    • This place is an intermediates paradise. You can head to any of the 4 hills and you’ll have plenty of runs to try out.
  • Advanced Skiers:
    • Black runs are, as ever, more sparse. The runs off of the Plaiai II lift are some of the best in the area. Also try the distant runs in the Galsterbergalm area. It also goes without saying that you should give the FIS run on Hauser Kaibling a go.

4 Berge Skischaukel Pros and Cons

Pros:

  • It has a variety of terrain for all levels of skiers and snowboarders.
  • It has a number of amenities, including a spa and wellness center, a number of children’s activities, and free Wi-Fi in the main villages.
  • It’s snow-sure, thanks to its snowmaking machines.

Cons:

  • It’s not as big as some other ski areas in the Alps.
  • It can get crowded, especially on weekends and holidays.

4 Berge Skischaukel Useful Information

Resort website:
https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/

Weather:
Visit the resort’s website or check with local weather services for the latest weather conditions and forecasts.

Getting There:

  • By Air:
  • The nearest airport to the 4 Berge Skischaukel ski resort is Salzburg Airport (SZG), which is located about 90 km away. From the airport, you can take a taxi or bus to the resort.
  • By Train: The nearest train station to the 4 Berge Skischaukel is Schladming Station. There are regular trains from major European cities to Schladming, and the journey takes approximately 4-5 hours from Vienna. From Schladming Station, there are regular shuttle buses to the resort.
  • By Car: The 4 Berge Skischaukel is located in the Ennstal Valley in the Austrian state of Styria. The drive from Vienna takes approximately 3 hours, and the drive from Munich takes approximately 2 hours.

Villages:

  1. Schladming: The largest village in the resort and the main hub for all activities. Schladming has a lively atmosphere, with a variety of restaurants, bars, and shops.
  2. Rohrmoos: A smaller village with a more relaxed atmosphere. Rohrmoos is a good base for families, with a variety of family-friendly accommodation and activities.
  3. Haus im Ennstal: A traditional Austrian village with a variety of chalets and guesthouses. Haus im Ennstal is a good base for skiers and snowboarders, as it is close to the slopes.
  4. Pichl: A small, picturesque village with stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Pichl is a good base for cross-country skiers and snowshoers.

Other Ski Areas in Austria

Back to Austria