If you’re on the search for the perfect ski resort that the whole family can enjoy, then why not consider Austria? Family skiing in Austria has remained popular for decades, with many family-friendly and fun resorts to choose from. Its picturesque surroundings, charming villages, and unbeatable world-class skiing facilities mean it’s hardly surprising that Austria is considered one of the top ski destinations in the world. If you’d like a full overview of the country’s ski areas before choosing where to go, our Complete Guide to Skiing in Austria covers everything from top resorts to travel tips.

When it comes to skiing in Austria, you’ll be spoilt for choice as the country is well-known for its thrilling skiing conditions and pristine slopes that are family-friendly. Whether you’re a seasoned pro, a beginner, or just in need of a refresher, our ski lessons at The Snow Centre's Manchester and Hemel locations will get you ski holiday-ready.

Where to Ski in Austria With Family?

Whether you’re accustomed to having fun on the slopes with the family or you’re new to the scene and are keen to see which destinations are most popular, we have put together this helpful guide for you.

Alpbach

The charming and picture-perfect streets of Alpbach make it one of the most popular and best family ski resorts in Austria. With family-friendly hotels all over, there are plenty of places to stay, along with rows of wooden chalets and cosy eateries you can enjoy.

When it comes to the slopes, you can enjoy some of the best family skiing in Austria with over 100km of looked-after pistes in the ski area of Ski Juwel. This is also a great option for any first-timers as there are learning facilities, ski schools and nursery slopes available too! If you do take a trip here as a family, then be sure to visit the Alpbachtaler Lauser-Sauser, which starts at 1,845m, and you can reach speeds of over 40km/h.

Obertauern

You may hear this resort referred to as one of Austria’s best-kept secrets, and one thing is for sure: it is a safe haven for skiing families. There are plenty of things for the whole family to enjoy, with slopes for kids of all ages and adults of all skill levels.

With over 100km of slopes catering to skiers of all abilities, the resort offers excellent snow reliability, being one of the best resorts for consistent snow across the Alps. The resort has a long ski season, typically open from November to May and is considered Austria's most family-friendly resort.

Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis

One of Austria's busiest resorts, Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis, offers incredible skiing across slopes perfect for people of all abilities. With 214km of slopes to explore, broken up into plenty of beginner slopes, intermediate slopes and expert slopes designed to challenge even the best skiers. Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis is regarded as the best destination in Austria for kid-friendly skiing.

If you’re looking specifically at what the kids have to enjoy, then there is the magical snow playground of Kinderschneealm, as well as Murmli Park for little skiers. Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis is also known for its child-friendly facilities, such as schools and fun-filled adventure trails.

Schladming

Schladming is part of the four-mountain ski area in Austria and has remained a popular favourite amongst families of all ages. Here you will find dedicated family zones that can ensure a fun and safe experience for children and adults alike.

One of its most popular hits with the kids is the Kali Adventure Trail, which offers a mixture of playful challenges and skiing activities. Parents visiting this resort can rest easy knowing that this reputable ski resort is well-known for offering families the ultimate ski trip.

Saalbach-Hinterglemm

As you can imagine from its nickname of the ‘Ski Circus’, Saalbach-Hinterglemm is one of the best family ski resorts in Austria as it offers a wide array of diverse skiing experiences. Whether you and your family are looking for lots of slopes to choose from or accessibility such as modern life systems, this resort has got it all.

Of course, Austria isn’t the only destination for fun-filled family skiing. If you’d like to see how it compares with other top resorts around the world, check out our list of The Top 10 Family Ski Resorts worldwide.

Get Ski Holiday Ready With The Snow Centre

If you’re planning a ski getaway for all the family, then you should be sure to get ahead before heading out there by visiting us at The Snow Centre and taking one of our family ski lessons in Manchester or Hemel Hempstead.

Our Manchester location is home to the UK’s longest indoor ski slope and both locations are the perfect places to learn, develop, or refresh your skills. Whether you’re a first-timer, need a refresh or want your kids to learn before they go, we offer everything you need to practise before your trip.

If you’re entirely new to the ski world, or maybe your little ones are about to try out the sport for the first time, then our beginner lessons are perfect for you. Our expert ski instructors will help guide you every step of the way, from the first time you pop on your skis to mastering the Main Slope.

Whether our beginner lessons are for yourself or your kids, our experts know the challenges that beginners face and can make the learning curve a whole lot easier. Our beginner lessons also include skiing techniques and how to correctly use the drag lift.

Here at The Snow Centre, children as young as four can start their skiing journey with the help of expert ski instructors who know exactly how to help your little ones reach their potential on the slopes. Our lessons at both locations are tailored to the needs of young learners and include instructional and fun lessons so that they are kept interested in their newfound sport.

If you have any questions about booking a lesson or taking advantage of our lift passes at Manchester or Hemel Hempstead to shake off the rust, be sure to contact us, and a member of our team will be happy to help.