A special winter experience
Snowshoeing is pure nature experience, and it's also incredibly easy. Leave your marks in deep, powdery snow, trek through the winter forest, learn about the survival strategies of animals, and immerse yourself in a different dimension of time.
Guided National Park Ranger tours
Winter in the National Park
In winter, the predominant season in the high-altitude regions of the Hohe Tauern National Park, the landscape reveals itself in an entirely different light. The apparent calm and silence can be deceiving.
During a guided snowshoe hike through the National Park landscape, the winter sun, reflecting off the gleaming snow cover, makes the short winter days seem a bit longer.
Monday
IN THE WINTER REALM OF THE WATERFALLS
22nd December 2025 to 30th March 2026 - Krimml
The Krimml waterfalls are an impressive natural spectacle not only in summer. Due to their shady location, only a few rays of sunlight reach the waterfalls, creating beautiful ice formations at the right temperatures.
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Meeting point |
11 am tourist office Krimml |
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Duration |
approx. 4.5 hours (hiking time 2.5 hours | level of difficulty - medium) |
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Charge |
each person € 22.00 | children and youths (10-16 years) in accompanied by parents free of charge | excl. feeder service |
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Free of charge with the guest card and Nationalpark WinterCard (excl. feeder service) |
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Equipment |
Sturdy ankle-high shoes, warm socks, ski poles, warm clothes, sun protaction, backpack with warm drinks and snacks | Snowshoes and poles can be rented on-site if needed. |
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Registration |
up to three hours before the excursion online or by email np.bildung@salzburg.gv.at |
Tuesday
HIGH ALPINE STUBACHTAL
30th December 2025 to 31st March 2026 - Uttendorf
The rear Stubachtal invites you to a high-alpine snowshoe hike. Along the way, you will discover various animal tracks and learn a lot about the animals' struggle for survival in winter and their habitat in the Hohe Tauern National Park.
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Meeting point |
10 am Valley station Weißsee glacier world, Uttendorf |
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Duration |
approx. 4.5 hours (hiking time 2.5 hours | level of difficulty - medium) |
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Charge |
each person € 22.00 | children and youths (10-16 years) in accompanied by parents free of charge | excl. feeder service |
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Free of charge with the guest card and Nationalpark WinterCard (excl. feeder service) |
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Equipment |
Sturdy ankle-high shoes, warm socks, ski poles, warm clothes, sun protaction, backpack with warm drinks and snacks | Snowshoes and poles can be rented on-site if needed. |
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Registration |
up to three hours before the excursion online or by email np.bildung@salzburg.gv.at |
Wednesday
WINTER EXPERIENCE HOLLERSBACH VALLEY
31st December 2025 to 1st April 2026 - Hollersbach
The Hollersbach valley is particularly enchanting in the winter months. Snow-covered alpine meadows, hoarfrost-covered forests and glistening streams decorated with ice make this a particularly rewarding excursion. Animal tracks tell of the winter life of the local fauna.
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Meeting point |
11 am parking lot entrance Hollersbach valley |
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Duration |
approx. 4 hours (hiking time 2 hours | level of difficulty - medium) |
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Charge |
each person € 22.00 | children & youths (10-16 years) in accompanied by parents free of charge | excl. feeder service |
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Free of charge with the guest card and Nationalpark WinterCard (excl. feeder service) |
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Equipment |
Sturdy ankle-high shoes, warm socks, ski poles, warm clothes, sun protection, backpack with warm drinks and snacks | Snowshoes and poles can be rented on-site if needed. |
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Registration |
up to three hours before the excursion online or by email np.bildung@salzburg.gv.at |
MAGICAL WINTER EXPERIENCE
31st December 2025 to 1st April 2026 - Rauris
Snowshoeing is the perfect way to explore the snow-covered landscape of the back Rauris valley - the so-called Hüttwinkltal. This moderately difficult tour offers stunning views of the Sonnblick and Ritterkopf peaks. The snow-covered winter landscape is full of animal tracks, telling of the winter life of the local fauna.
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Meeting point |
10.10 am parking lot Bodenhaus (subject to a fee) |
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Duration |
approx. 4.5 hours (hiking time 2.5 hours | level of difficulty - medium) |
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Charge |
each person € 22.00 | children & youths (10-16 years) in accompanied by their parents are free of charge | excl. feeder service |
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Free of charge with the guest card and Nationalpark WinterCard (excl. feeder service) |
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Equipment |
Sturdy ankle-high shoes, warm socks, ski poles, warm clothes, sun protection, backpack with warm drinks and snacks | Snowshoes & ski poles can be rented on site. |
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Registration |
up to three hours before the excursion online or by email np.bildung@salzburg.gv.at |
Thursday
PRIMEVAL SULZBACH VALLEYS & HOCHFELD MINE
1st January to 2nd April 2026 - Neukirchen am Großvenediger
Experience a unique snowshoe hike to the historic Knappenstube and enjoy your packed snack. Then, equipped with protective gear and a helmet, explore the Hochfeld mine. Discover the "Hieronymus-Erbstollen," listen to exciting stories about the lives of miners and traditional mining. An experience full of history and adventure awaits you!
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Meeting point |
10 am Gasthof Schütthof (entrance Untersulzbach Valley in Neukirchen) |
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Duration |
approx. 5 hours (hiking time 2,5 hours | level of difficulty - medium) |
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Charge |
each person € 22.00 | children & youths (10-16 years) in accompanied by parents free of charge | excl. feeder service |
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Free of charge with the guest card and Nationalpark WinterCard (excl. feeder service) |
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Equipment |
Sturdy ankle-high shoes, warm socks, ski poles, warm clothes, sun protection, backpack with warm drinks and snacks | Snowshoes and poles can be hired if needed. |
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Registration |
up to three hours before the excursion online or by email np.bildung@salzburg.gv.at |
Friday
WINTER PRIMEVAL FOREST
2nd January to 3rd April 2026 - Rauris
Participants are taken by shuttle bus to the starting point at the Lenzanger car park, from where a wonderful snowshoe hike into the Rauris primeval forest awaits. The hike through the snow-covered old pine and spruce stands will bring the magic of winter to life. The way back is on a toboggan.
Note: Snowshoes and ski poles can be rented from the NP Administration. If necessary, please let them know when you register.
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Meeting point |
10.10 am parking lot Bodenhaus (subject to a fee) |
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Duration |
approx. 5 hours (hiking time 2.5 hours | level of difficulty - demanding) |
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Charge |
each person € 22.00 | children & youths (10-16 years) in accompanied by their parents are free of charge | excl. rental fee for toboggan and transport costs (€ 15.00) |
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Free of charge with the guest card and Nationalpark WinterCard (excl. rental fee for toboggan and transport costs) |
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Equipment |
Sturdy ankle-high shoes, warm socks, ski poles, warm clothes, sun protection, backpack with warm drinks and snacks. |
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Registration |
up to three hours before the excursion online or by email np.bildung@salzburg.gv.at |
WASENMOOS - VIEWS OF THE HOHE TAUERN
2nd January to 3rd April 2026 - Mittersill
The guided snowshoe hike takes you through the Wasenmoos at Pass Thurn, revealing the impressive grandeur of the Hohe Tauern Mountains. The wintry moor and adjacent forest offers insights into the wildlife and their tracks. The tour concludes at the starting point, accompanied by the majestic mountain scenery.
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Meeting point |
11 am Viewpoint Pass Thurn, Mittersill |
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Duration |
approx. 4 hours (hiking time 2 hours | level of difficulty - easy) |
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Charge |
each person € 22.00 | children and youths (10-16 years) in accompanied by parents free of charge | excl. feeder service |
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Free of charge with the guest card and Nationalpark WinterCard (excl. feeder service) |
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Equipment |
Sturdy ankle-high shoes, warm socks, ski poles, warm clothes, sun protaction, backpack with warm drinks and snacks | Snowshoes and poles can be rented on-site if needed. |
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Registration |
up to three hours before the excursion online or by email np.bildung@salzburg.gv.at |