Skiing near Vienna
Your complete guide to the best ski resorts within reach of Vienna
Our visitors regularly ask where to go skiing near Vienna. The site naturally focuses on western Austria, where the largest and best-known ski resorts are located. You won’t find cable cars sweeping up to challenging slopes at the ski resorts close to Vienna, as you would in western Austria.
However, there are six ski resorts close to Vienna that are well worth a visit for beginners and experienced skiers alike. The best ski resorts near Vienna for day trips as well as short stays are: Semmering, Stuhleck, Mönichkirchen, Annaberg, Lackenhof(Ötscher) and Hochkar. All of these resorts can be reached within a two-hour drive or a three-hour public transport journey from Vienna (explore car rental options).
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Ski Resorts near Vienna - Short Overview
This quick overview of the best ski resorts near Vienna includes distance, travel time by car and public transport, and which type of skier each resort is best suited for. If you want to stay overnight in one of the ski resorts, we also show where to stay. All listed ski resorts are suitable for day trips from Vienna, whether you travel by car or public transport. Getting there by car is usually the easier and faster option.
| Ski Resort | Distance from Vienna | Travel time by car | Travel time by public transport | Best for | Where to stay? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
95 km | around 1 hour | about 2 hours | beginners and intermediate skiers | ||
98 km | around 1 hour | about 2 hours | groups, intermediate skiers | ||
96 km | around 1 hour 15 min | about 2 hours | First time skiers, beginner, intermediates | ||
110 km | around 1 hour 30 min | about 2 hours | Families, beginner skiers | ||
156 km | around 1 hour 45 min | about 3 hours | Families, beginner, intermediate skiers | ||
161 km | around 2 hours | about 3 hours | intermediate, expert skiers |
Interactive Map: Ski Resorts near Vienna
Below you can see an interactive map showing the mentioned ski resorts near Vienna. Furthermore, we added the best ski resorts in Austria since its also interesting for most visitors on how far Vienna is from the famous Austrian ski resorts.
The Best Ski Resorts near Vienna - Detailed Guide
Below you find our top picks for skiing daytrips near Vienna. You find basic information such as total piste, ski map, distance from Vienna, Altitude, Daypass prices and Season Dates. Clicking on the ski map image opens it in a lightbox which allows zooming in and out. Visitors can also check the official resort website for additional information.
Those who want to stay near one of the ski areas can click the “Check Availability” button for accommodation options in nearby villages.
Semmering / Zauberberg
Around an hour’s drive from Vienna, Semmering is located to the south-west on the border between Styria and Lower Austria. The Zauberberg Semmering area boasts 1 gondola, one chairlift and a draglift and a vertical drop of 336m.
Top Altitude:
1340 m
Distance from Vienna:
95 km
Total piste:
14 km
Daypass adults:
€ 56,50
Season Dates:
28.11.2025 - 08.03.2026
Stuhleck
The Stuhleck area at Spital am Semmering is very popular for Viennese. It is considered snow sure and has the seasondates are usually from Mid December – March. Stuhleck offers four chairlifts, six draglifts and a vertical of just under 1000m.
Top Altitude:
1750 m
Distance from Vienna:
98 km
Total piste:
26 km
Daypass adults:
€ 64,50
Season Dates:
05.12.2025 - 06.04.2026
Mönichkirchen / Mariensee
Another small ski resort an hour’s drive to the southwest of Vienna near the border between Lower Austria and Styria, the Mönichkirchen – Mariensee Skischaukel is close to the A2 motorway and offers three 4-seater chairlifts and a draglift, with a vertical drop of around 2000 feet (580m).
Top Altitude:
1450 m
Distance from Vienna:
96 km
Total piste:
14 km
Daypass adults:
from € 32,90
Season Dates:
13.12.2025 - 15.03.2026
Annaberg
Situated in the Mostviertel, the Annaberg ski area is a family resort near the Ötscher mountain. With three chairlifts and six draglifts it is one of the bigger ski resorts near Vienna, but it is another 30 minutes’ drive further away than the three already mentioned above and further to the west. It has a drop of just under 1800 feet (535m).
Top Altitude:
1300 m
Distance from Vienna:
110 km
Total piste:
13 km
Daypass adults:
from € 32,90
Season Dates:
05.12.2025 - 15.03.2026
Lackenhof / Ötscher
Moving further away from Vienna to the west, the Ötscher ski area above the village of Lackenhof approaches the vertical drop and facilities of the smaller resorts in Austria’s traditional skiing regions. Three chairlifts and six draglifts serve the runs which rise over 3500 feet (1080m). The area is just over two hours’ drive from the city.
Top Altitude:
1825 m
Distance from Vienna:
156 km
Total piste:
19 km
Daypass adults:
from € 32,90
Season Dates:
06.12.2025 - 15.03.2026
Skirental:
Hochkar
The Hochkar ski area is the second largest of the six chosen on this page. It is located just over two hours’ drive to the west and south of the city near the border between Styria and Lower Austria and near the village of Göstling an der Ybbs. It has a relatively small vertical drop of under 1400 feet (416m) but a high initial starting point.
Top Altitude:
1810 m
Distance from Vienna:
161 km
Total piste:
20 km
Daypass adults:
from € 33,90
Season Dates:
05.12.2025 - 06.04.2026
Live Webcams: Ski Resorts near Vienna
Check current conditions at the ski resorts near Vienna with these live webcams. See the snow conditions, weather, and slopes in real-time to help you decide which ski resort you want to visit.
How to Get to the Ski Resorts near Vienna
Vienna is a convenient starting point for day trips to nearby ski resorts. Most of the listed areas can be reached in about one to one and a half hours by car.
Public transport connections are available but often take longer and may involve several changes. Driving is usually the most convenient option, as most of the routes follow highways that are normally kept snow-free.
Public Transport from Vienna
While car travel is more convenient, several resorts like Semmering and Stuhleck can be reached by train from Vienna. Check the ÖBB (Austrian Federal Railways) website for current schedules and connections.
Note that some resorts may require additional bus connections from the nearest train station, which can add significant travel time, especially during bad weather.
Car Rental from Vienna
Using a rental car allows visitors to set their own schedule and reach resorts such as Semmering, Mönichkirchen or Hochkar at their own pace. If you are travelling in a group a rental car is often cheaper than travelling by public transport.
For car rental options in Vienna Downtown or Vienna Airport, we recommend DiscoverCars.com. The platform compares prices from major car rental companies and allows easy booking.
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