Asitz Leogang and Hochkoenig Maria Alm, both in under 20 minutes. Ski bus at the door.
Not a ski resort. Better.
Saalfelden lies between two ski areas, not in the middle of one. That means: no crowding at the lift outside the hotel, no apres-ski noise at 4 PM. Instead, peace, old town charm, a proper restaurant in the evening. And in the morning? Ski boots on, ski bus at the door. In 15-20 minutes you're at the lift. Either at the Asitz in Leogang or at the Hochkoenig in Maria Alm.
270 km Skicircus + 120 km Hochkoenig.
By ski bus right outside the hotel.
70 at Skicircus. 34 at Hochkoenig.
Snow-sure thanks to altitude and snowmaking.
Not a ski resort. Better.
Saalfelden lies between two ski areas, not in the middle of one. That means: no crowding at the lift outside the hotel, no apres-ski noise at 4 PM. Instead, peace, old town charm, a proper restaurant in the evening. And in the morning? Ski boots on, ski bus at the door. In 15-20 minutes you're at the lift. Either at the Asitz in Leogang or at the Hochkoenig in Maria Alm.
The Skicircus Saalbach-Hinterglemm-Leogang-Fieberbrunn is one of Austria's largest ski areas. 270 kilometres of slopes, 70 modern cable cars, over 60 ski huts. World Championship downhill, freeride areas, NITRO snowpark. Part of the Ski ALPIN CARD with up to 408 km.
Entry point Asitz Leogang – 15 min. from the hotel.
Leo's Kinderland at the valley station with magic carpets and practice gondola. Children up to 6 ski for free. Sporty riders take the big Skicircus circuit: 60 km, 10,000 metres of elevation in one day. Freestylers find tables, jumps and boardercross in the NITRO snowpark.
AsitzBraeu at 1,760 m – Europe's highest-altitude brewery.
Start in Leogang and take the Small Skicircus Circuit (approx. 3 hours) via Saalbach and back. Perfect for settling in on the first day, with endless panoramas included.
120 kilometres of slopes against the backdrop of the Hochkoenig. Wider pistes, less bustle, picture-perfect panoramas. Part of Ski amade with up to 760 km of slopes. Snow-sure thanks to the Hochkoenig acting as a weather divide. 38 huts and mountain restaurants.
Entry point Maria Alm – 20 min. from the hotel.
Awarded as the best ski circuit in the Alps. 6 summits, 35 continuous kilometres of slopes, 7,500 metres of elevation. Along the route: wooden thrones as viewpoints, culinary Koenigstour with regional specialities. Starting from Maria Alm, Dienten or Muehlbach.
Red-level skiing ability recommended. Plan a full day.
Maria Alm is the perfect contrast to the Skicircus: less bustle, wider slopes, picture-perfect panoramas. The culinary Koenigstour is a must: plan a full day and drift from hut to hut.
| Skicircus Leogang | Hochkoenig Maria Alm | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from hotel | ~15 min. (ski bus) | ~20 min. (ski bus/car) |
| Kilometres of slopes | 270 km | 120 km |
| Lifts | 70 | 34 |
| Character | Large, sporty, action | Leisurely, panoramic, relaxed |
| Families | Leo's Kinderland | Children's ski areas |
| Freeride | North-facing slopes, freeride areas | Freeride info point, ski routes |
| Highlight | 5 Skicircus circuits | Koenigstour (35 km, 6 summits) |
| Night skiing | Schanteilift Leogang | Simmerllift Maria Alm |
| Ski pass network | Ski ALPIN CARD (408 km) | Ski amade (760 km) |
No traffic, no stress, no apres-ski hangover.
Breakfast at DAS SAAL Restaurant
Ski boots on, ski bus at the door
Arrival at valley station Asitz or Maria Alm
First run
Hut stop: AsitzBraeu or Steinbockalm
Last run, ski bus back
Relax at the hotel
Dinner or stroll through the old town
Breakfast at DAS SAAL Restaurant
Ski boots on, ski bus at the door
Arrival at valley station Asitz or Maria Alm
First run
Hut stop: AsitzBraeu or Steinbockalm
Last run, ski bus back
Relax at the hotel
Dinner or stroll through the old town
For Skicircus Leogang: Skicircus ski pass or Ski ALPIN CARD (incl. Zell am See & Kitzsteinhorn, 408 km). For Hochkoenig Maria Alm: Hochkoenig ski pass or Ski amade (760 km). Both available separately or as a combo depending on your stay. Early-bird discount available online.
Ski rental and ski schools directly at the valley stations in Leogang and Maria Alm. Pre-booking equipment is worthwhile. We are happy to help at reception.
The ski bus stops right outside the hotel. Free with the Saalfelden Leogang Card, which is included in your hotel stay. Timetable available at reception or as a PDF download.
Children up to 6 ski for free in the Skicircus with the miniAlpini Card. Separate children's rates apply at the Hochkoenig. Leo's Kinderland in Leogang offers magic carpets, practice gondola and children's carousel.
150 km of cross-country trails, winter hikes, ice skating at Ritzensee, Flying Fox XXL, horse-drawn sleigh rides. Or simply an afternoon at the hotel and an evening in the old town.
Ski bus right at the door. At the lift in 15-20 minutes. Heated ski room with boot dryer. Underground garage with EV charging stations. Evenings: sauna, then restaurant or old town. All on foot.
„Hit the slopes in the morning. Stroll through the old town in the evening. In between: nothing but snow and mountain air.“
