Skiing down and amongst the gorgeous and beautiful alpine delights of the Austrian countryside is a truly special and amazing experience, and is why Austria is renowned as one of the best backcountry skiing destinations in Europe. Take advantage of the tranquil, idyllic and stunning conditions, whilst also making time to discover the ever-so complex, long, rich and fascinating history and culture of the country, meaning you will never run out of things to see and do. Take a pick from our selection of backcountry skiing trips in Austria. The hills are alive!
What should I know about Backcountry Skiing Austria?
Austria contains an impressive amount of raw natural beauty, and nestled within these beautiful spots are some of the best backcountry skiing spots one can imagine, with the epic views and wide open spaces providing a near-perfect setting.
Why should I choose Austria for my Backcountry Skiing adventure?
The conditions
What can I expect from the weather in Austria?
Very cold in Winter, with temperatures often dropping below 0 degrees celsius, while some places get extremely hot in Summer.
Which language is predominantly spoken in Austria?
German
What currency is accepted in Austria?
Euro
How can I get to Austria?
Flights from all major worldwide hubs to Vienna, with easy access overland by train or car from all across Europe.
What’s the country code of Austria?
+43
What’s the high season for Backcountry Skiing in Austria?
December-March, when snowfall is heaviest and the temperature is coldest.
Aurelien
5.00
Great customer service and Renato (our guide) was fantastic. He really tailored the trip to our experience level while challenging us. I would recommend him highly!
Sean
5.00
My guide ended up being a local snowboard guide named Peter. It was excellent. Lovely guy, we got to ride some powder as well as practice searching with the avalanche rescue equipment. All round good day. Would highly recommend
Daniel
5.00
Great guiding experience. We had a couple of touring newbies, and Andreas was very patient. Would book again.
Claire
5.00
Andi did a great job and the day was the highlight of our trip!
Noll
5.00
Georg is an extremely knowledgable ski guide who is qualified as both a mountain guide and a top level ski instructor so perfect for getting you going in the off piste or taking the more experienced to a new level. He also speaks perfect English.
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