Obertauern is one of the highest ski resorts in Austria, and is also one of the most snow sure. There are 100km of immaculacy groomed high altitude pistes and has long been a favourite with the Austrians. The modern lift and piste system has been well designed to create the “Tauernrunde Circuit”, an extensive and interconnected ski area that runs around the village and all routes lead back to the village.
Beginner skiing in Obertauern ****
There is a good choice of beginner runs, with a wonderful nursery slope right by the village, and thanks to Obertauern extensive snow record, snow is ensured. For beginners there is also the “green circuit” (just follow the green signs) that runs anticlockwise and involves 5 lifts including the Zehnerkarspitz cable car, these runs are known for there gentle slopes.
Intermediate skiing in Obertauern ****
Obertauern is an intermediates paradise thanks to the well-designed Tauernrunde Circuit if you go clockwise and follow the red signs, it will take you round the “red circuit”. These trails are over 30km long and can be approached from three different routes, which gives 90km (57 miles) of intermediate tracks.
Advanced skiing in Obertauern **
For experts Obertauern has the second steepest run in Austria that runs along the Gamsleitein 2 lift. There are 5 black runs and some testing mogul field. Thanks again to the design of the slopes, there are some fantastic off piste opportunities.