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Hochkönig Bergbahnen ski resort

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Hochkönig Bergbahnen

Projected to open December 5, 2026

Best months to book: February, March, January · last season + 30-yr record

Projected to open Dec 5

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

Oct 26

4d ago

Past 24 Hours

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Past 48 Hours

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Past 10 Days

22cm

7-Day Forecast

6cm

Snow Depth

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Updated: Oct 30, 10:00 PM•Weather at base: 800m
SnowSure™ Score2025-26 season
Projected to open Dec 5

Hochkönig Bergbahnen is projected to open December 5, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.

Best months to book: February, March, January. Best weeks: 22 Mar–28 Mar, 15 Mar–21 Mar, 22 Feb–28 Feb.Dec3Jan1Feb2MarAprOpens 5 DecCloses 12 Apr

Best months to book

  1. #1February70cm avg · last season 28.6
  2. #2March69cm avg · last season 25.6
  3. #3January73cm avg

Best weeks to book

  1. #1 22 Mar – 28 Mar · last season 33.2
  2. #2 15 Mar – 21 Mar · last season 29.3
  3. #3 22 Feb – 28 Feb · last season 28.6

Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Oct 30, 10:00 PM UTC

Terrain

Projected to open Dec 5

Projected to open December 5, 2026

34 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.

Snow Summary

Updated Oct 30 at 10:00 PM

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Freezing line
Snow qualityLight· bestAverage· okayHeavy· wet, skis heavy

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No measurement at mid height (1,345m) reached us: past snow shown is the model's estimate at the summit.

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Hochkönig Bergbahnen

About Hochkönig Bergbahnen

Hochkönig Bergbahnen is located in the Salzburg region of Austria and forms part of the Ski amadé network, offering access to over 120 kilometers of slopes across the villages of Maria Alm, Dienten, and Mühlbach. The resort is known for its panoramic mountain views, family-friendly atmosphere, and the signature "Königstour" ski circuit, which connects all three villages in a single day. Key amenities include modern lift systems, snow parks, and a variety of mountain huts and restaurants, making it a versatile destination for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.

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Frequently asked questions about Hochkönig Bergbahnen

Where is Hochkönig Bergbahnen?
Hochkönig Bergbahnen is a ski resort in Austria.
How high is Hochkönig Bergbahnen?
Hochkönig Bergbahnen runs from a base elevation of 800 m (2,625 ft) to a summit of 1,890 m (6,201 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,090 m (3,576 ft).
How big is Hochkönig Bergbahnen?
Hochkönig Bergbahnen has 34 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Hochkönig Bergbahnen?
Hochkönig Bergbahnen is on the Salzburg Super Ski Card. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
When is ski season at Hochkönig Bergbahnen?
Hochkönig Bergbahnen typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
How much snow does Hochkönig Bergbahnen get in a typical season?
Hochkönig Bergbahnen averages 67 inches / 170 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Hochkönig Bergbahnen in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #269 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier D · strong-event signal -4% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Hochkönig Bergbahnen averaged -4% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Historically this is a timing play rather than a reason to stay home: aim for late winter (February–March) in winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 +14%, '15-16 -17%, '23-24 -10%. A pattern, not a promise.