Advent in Obertauern is magical. Snowy peaks, freshly groomed pistes and far fewer crowds than during the main holiday weeks and on weekends. At Hotel Schneider, you can ski right from our doorstep, soak up the Christmas spirit, explore the surrounding area and unwind in the evenings by a cozy fire after a full day on the mountain.
Before the Christmas and New Year holidays, Obertauern becomes noticeably quieter. On the slopes, you’ll find wide, open tracks. In the restaurant, your favorite window seat is waiting. In the spa, you can truly switch off and recharge. And on a stroll through the village, you have time to pause, look around and simply take it all in. Your holiday feels calmer and more personal.
The pistes are already in excellent condition during Advent. Whether you’re making your first turns or heading out on long, cruising runs, you can get the season underway early.
Obertauern sits at 1,760 meters and is one of the most snow-reliable winter resorts in the Alps. With an average maximum snow depth of 264 centimeters, the landscape is already blanketed in white during Advent.
Advent has its own language: candlelight in the windows, the scent of mulled wine drifting through the air, and fairy lights that create a romantic glow everywhere you look. Everything moves at a slow, unhurried pace that invites you to switch off and let the holiday mood settle in gently. No rush, no heavy shopping, no crowds. You’re on holiday anyway, so you can leave everyday stress behind and simply enjoy Advent.
Advent in Obertauern has countless faces, and no two days are the same. Below you’ll find a selection of festive experiences to enjoy, along with activities both on and off the slopes. That way, you can shape your days entirely to your own rhythm.
The Tauernadvent brings Advent spirit right to Obertauern. Spend an afternoon among twinkling lights, good conversation and the scent of mulled wine, then head back to the hotel with rosy cheeks and a smile.
The Salzburg Christmas Market is the Advent outing you’ve always imagined. The old town sparkles, the stalls smell of freshly baked treats, and Christmas music fills the air. Getting there by public transport is free, so you can simply wander and enjoy every moment.
Walk at an easy pace through the snow-covered landscape of the Katschberg. Every step crunches underfoot, the silence is profound, and between the trees you’ll discover Advent moments far from the crowds.
The Radstadt Nativity Trail leads you through the town from one nativity scene to the next. It’s a stroll that feels like a Christmas storybook, with each page turning as you go.
Not every Advent day has to be spent on skis. Around Obertauern, quiet winter forests, open highlands and trails await, where you set your own pace. Many of these experiences are found at the Gnadenalm, about 4 kilometers from the village and easily reached by ski bus.
Obertauern has signposted winter hiking trails suitable for all ages. Some routes pass right by the hotel. At the Gnadenalm, you’ll also find a groomed loop of around 1 to 1.25 hours through the winter landscape.
If you want to venture off the groomed paths, snowshoeing takes you through the snowy landscape at your own pace. Snowshoes can be borrowed free of charge at Hotel Schneider, and guided tours are also available.
Obertauern has a network of about 32 kilometers of well-groomed trails. The Gnadenalm trail is the most snow-reliable, with around 20 kilometers, and it stays open well into spring. The Hundsfeld trail covers about 6 kilometers, and the Taurach trail offers around 13 kilometers between Untertauern and Radstadt.
At the Gnadenalm, a roughly 1.5-kilometer illuminated natural toboggan run awaits. A toboggan taxi takes you back up the hill with no effort, a real highlight for children.
Picture this: wrapped up warmly in woolen blankets, you glide silently through a deeply snow-covered forest. For about an hour, time seems to stand still, which makes it ideal for a cozy outing for two or for the whole family.
In Advent, skiing remains the heart of your stay. In the morning, step out of the ski room, buckle on your skis, and you’re already on the piste at the foot of the Gamsleiten. The first turns of the day, as the sun rises over the peaks and the untouched snow glistens, begin right here, just steps from your door.
In Advent, the slopes are pleasantly quiet, so you can find your own rhythm and enjoy every turn. And when the sun slips behind the peaks, a short walk takes you back to the hotel, where everything is ready for you to let the day unwind at your own pace.
Whatever your Advent looks like, Hotel Schneider has the right offer for your getaway. Whether you’d like to visit a Christmas market, explore the winter landscape or spend your days entirely on the slopes, we have something for you. With our Advent Story packages, you can shape the pre-Christmas season exactly the way you want it.
