School Ski Trips to Austria
Austria offers a range of charming resorts, stunning scenery, and a wealth of varied ski opportunities for all abilities, making it the perfect option for your next Austria school ski trip. Whether you’re a beginner looking to build confidence on the smaller, quieter slopes or an experienced skier seeking your next challenge, Austria’s vast range of ski resorts will provide ample opportunities to practice newly learned techniques and move/p>
Skiing facilities in Austria
Austria’s ski resorts have some of the best winter sports infrastructures in Europe, with perfectly groomed pistes and top-of-the-range snow-making facilities. Renowned for its world-class ski schools for all levels, reliable snow conditions, and wide use of the English language, it’s no wonder school ski trips to Austria are so popular with school groups.
Ski resorts and accommodation in Austria
Booking a school ski trip to Austria comes with many benefits, with wide, well-manicured nursery slopes for beginners and a variety of blue, red and black runs, Austria is an excellent option for secondary school students of all skiing abilities.
Many of our accommodation options are family-run, guaranteeing a friendly and unique atmosphere, larger purpose-built properties with modern facilities are also available. Both offer an excellent standard of accommodation and a programme of evening entertainment to keep your students entertained.
View our Austrian school ski trip resorts
Saalbach / Hinterglemm
Saalbach / Hinterglemm
A popular destination for school ski trips with the neighbouring villages of Saalbach and Hinterglemm forming one of the Alp's top resorts.
- Lifts to: 2096m
- Total number of lifts: 70
- Marked pistes: 270km
- Longest run: 7.5km
- Suitable for all abilities
Salzburger Sportwelt
Salzburger Sportwelt
Situated in the heart of Austria, this resort offers fantastic skiing for all levels of expertise, making it an ideal destination for a school ski trip.
- Lifts to: 2168m
- Total number of lifts: 270
- Marked pistes: 760km
- Longest run: 3.2km
- Suitable for all abilities
Zell am See-Kaprun
Zell am See-Kaprun
The stunning diversity of Zell am See-Kaprun makes this a popular destination for all ski school groups.
- Lifts to: 3029m
- Total number of lifts: 56
- Marked pistes: 130km
- Longest run: 6.5km
- Suitable for all abilities
Nassfeld
Nassfeld
This idyllic ski resort has a fantastic range of ski slopes and is renowned for its excellent snow conditions.
- Lifts to: 2020m
- Total number of lifts: 30
- Marked pistes: 110km
- Longest run: 7.6km
- Suitable for all abilities
Gerlitzen
Gerlitzen
A school ski trip favourite, ideal for beginners and improving skiers with excellent areas for beginners as well as safe runs and well-groomed slopes.
- Lifts to: 1911m
- Total number of lifts: 18
- Marked pistes: 42km
- Longest run: 3.5km
- Group skiing ability - Beginner & Intermediate
Dachstein West
Dachstein West
Dachstein West is one of Austria's lesser known ski areas – a jewel waiting to be discovered, and offers excellent value for money for skiers and snowboarders.
- Lifts to: 1650m
- Total number of lifts: 29
- Marked pistes: 77km
- Longest run: 4km
Resort highlight
Resort highlight
Dachstein West
A lesser known Austrian ski area just waiting to be discovered! Take in the scenic views whilst exploring its 140km of varied, crowd-free, wide open pistes. Dachstein West offers value for money and a warm welcome for school groups.
Speak to one of our Austrian school ski experts
Our team of school ski experts has first-hand experience of all the resorts and accommodation we offer in Austria. They’ll advise on the best ski resort location based on your group’s individual needs and requirements. If you have a specific learning objective in mind for your ski trip to Austria, we can support you by arranging excursions, cultural activities, and study sessions, such as geography field studies and environmental studies.
Financial protection from the moment you book
- ABTA
- ATOL
- IATA
Managing safety on school trips
For your protection, NST's independently audited Safety Management System covers:
- 24-hour emergency cover
- Audited accommodation & transport
- Excursions & school visit assessment
- Group leader preview visits to assist with risk assessment planning
We're LOtC Council’s Quality Badge assured
The Department for Education advises schools to always look for the LOtC Quality Badge when choosing a school travel provider.
