Snow Space Salzburg: A Mountain Paradise
Experience the best of the Austrian Alps at Snow Space Salzburg: skiing, snowboarding, hiking, and stunning scenery all year round.
Snow Space Salzburg, centered in St. Johann im Pongau, is a vast Austrian ski resort encompassing Flachau, Wagrain, and Alpendorf. Offering over 200km of pistes, modern lifts, and stunning alpine scenery, it's a haven for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. In the summer, it transforms into a hiking and adventure destination.
A brief summary to Snow Space Salzburg - St. Johann im Pongau
- Alpendorf 2, St Johann im Pongau, 5600, AT
- +4359221
- Visit website
Local tips
- Purchase ski tickets online in advance for discounts, especially during peak season.
- Take advantage of the free ski buses connecting the villages of Flachau, Wagrain, and St. Johann.
- In summer, explore Geisterberg (Ghost Mountain) in Alpendorf for family-friendly hiking and attractions.
- Check the Snow Space Salzburg website for current lift operating hours and trail conditions.
- Consider purchasing the SalzburgerLand Card for access to multiple attractions in the region, though note that from summer 2025, it no longer includes Wagrainis Grafenberg and Geisterberg.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From St. Johann im Pongau train station, take the Citybus, which is free within the town. Several bus lines connect the station to Alpendorf, the base for Snow Space Salzburg. Alternatively, a local taxi will get you there quickly. The train station offers accessibility services for passengers with reduced mobility. Cost: * Citybus: Free within St. Johann * Taxi: Approximately €15-€25 to Alpendorf.
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Walking
From the center of St. Johann im Pongau, follow the signs towards Alpendorf. The walk is approximately 3-4 kilometers and takes around 45 minutes to an hour. It's a pleasant walk, but consider that it is uphill. Cost: Free
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Driving
From the A10 Tauern motorway, take the St. Johann im Pongau exit. Follow the signs to Alpendorf. There are sufficient parking spaces available at the Alpendorf Bergbahnen. Parking is available in the Kongresshaus and Stadtgalerie, with the first hour free, then €0.50 per half hour. Cost: * Parking at Kongresshaus/Stadtgalerie: First hour free, then €0.50 per half hour. Weekends (Fri 18:00 - Mon 07:00) max €2.50.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Snow Space Salzburg - St. Johann im Pongau
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Hotel Berghof | St. Johann in Salzburg
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Alpina Alpendorf
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Bogen Jagd Alpendorf
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Hotel Oberforsthof
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Gut Berg Naturhotel
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Burgruine Plankenau
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Der Alpenblick
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St. Johann im Pongau
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Pfarrkirche zum hl. Johannes dem Täufer und Evangelisten
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Annakapelle
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Tourismusverband St. Johann in Salzburg
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Buchau-Hütte
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Platzl im Pongau - Restaurant & Bar
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Gernkogelalm Rohrmoser
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Unmissable attractions to see
Geisterberg Alpendorf
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Aussichtsturm Gernkogel
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Hochglocker Ruheoase
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Ausgleichsbecken
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Station Ruheoase Pronebenalmweg (UNESCO-Geopark Erz der Alpen)
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Salzachklamm
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Goldegger See
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Seehäuserl
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Wohlgrubgut
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Paussenberg Galerie
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Salzburg Slate Alps
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Stille Nacht Museum im Pflegerschlössl
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Bergbaumuseum (UNESCO-Geopark Erz der Alpen)
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Waggerlhaus, Wagrain
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Schaustollen (UNESCO-Geopark Erz der Alpen)
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Essential places to dine
Oberforsthofalm Familie Mayr KG
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Restaurant SternAlm
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Kreistenalm GmbH
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Gasthof Bacher
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BALLAZZO
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The Steakhouse & Restaurant
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Restaurant-Bar HavannaH
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Kirchenwirt Stadtalm
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Restaurant Gennaro
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Spaso's BBQ
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Vogei Hütt'n am Hahnbaum
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a la Turca - Pizzeria - Restaurant
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Metal-Shop & Talisman
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Stadtgalerie St. Johann
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Moreboards St. Johann
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Regenbogenschneider
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Martin Seer Holzschnitzereien
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Kaufhaus Pointner Wagrain
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Sport Klaus
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Anna'sDeko&Cafe
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SPAR Pro Mente Mühlbach am Hochkönig
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Bk Bike
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Alkorin
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Depot
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Eule Apreski Alpendorf
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Alm Bar
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Sportbar
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Café Bar Tanz-Bar Rumpelstilzchen
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BSB Bar Pub Lounge
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RIO Bar
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Cafe Bar Lounge Shishabar Aksu
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Twins Bar & Lounge
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NachtABOtheke
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St.v
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Saint John - holy music pub
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The Bridge - Bar & Pub
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Pepperoni & Chilli Lounge
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