Weather Forecast For The Salzkammergut

Excursion Weather & Mountain Weather -
For all those who want to go high

When hiking or climbing in the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut, it is always an advantage to keep an eye on the current mountain weather. Whether it's a sightseeing trip to the 2000 meter high Krippenstein to the "5Fingers" viewing platform, a family hike on the Zwieselalm in Gosau or a climbing tour on the “Seewand” in Hallstatt. We keep an eye on the current mountain weather for you.

Snow depths news

Skiing, snowshoeing or cross-country skiing. Here you will find the current measurements for winter sports enthusiasts int he UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut. So for the places: Gosau, Obertraun, Bad Goisern on Lake Hallstatt and Ebensee. This means you are always well prepared and can start your vacation day without stress.

Snow info
Ski area
"Dachstein West" in Gosau

The ski region is characterized by the breathtaking view of the Dachstein, which offers an impressive backdrop for the skiing experience. There are varied descents on over 160 kilometres of slopes, including the 44-kilometre-long "Dachstein Tour". The ski area is particularly suitable for families. It offers special children's areas (e.g. the Zwisiland and the Fredyland) and gentle fun slopes. Action fans can let off steam on tracks such as the Marcel Hirscher race track with timekeeping, speed measurement tracks, mogul slopes and snowcross facilities. Almost all slopes can be artificially snowed, which allows for a high level of snow reliability and a long season. In addition to the slopes, there are also cross-country ski trails, snowshoe trails and ski touring opportunities.

• Daily Snow information
  Ski region "Dachstein West" Gosau
  Well informed for your day of skiing!
  Current readings
  Snow depth mountain: 105 cm
  Snow depth valley: 75 cm
  Fresh snow: 00 cm
  Temperature valley: +01 degrees
  Mountain temperature: -04 degrees
  Weather: changeable weather
  Snow condition: grippy
  Last snowfall: 11.01.2026
  More offers
  Infrastructure
  Lifts - slopes - trails & more
  Open lanes
  (o) G1 Hornspitz-Express I
  (o) G2 Hornspitz-Express II
  (o) G3 Ötscherlift
  (o) G5-G7 Fredy-Land
  (o) Z1 Panorama Jet Zwieselalm
  (o) Z2 Törleck
  (o) Z3 Panoramic Mountain
  (x) Z4 Hochkögllift
  (o) Z6-Z9 Zwisiland
  Other offers
  More offers in the
  winter sports region "Dachstein "West Gosau
  (x) Snowshoe trail Trail "Dachsteinblick" Zwieselalm
  (o) Ski touring route Atomic Backland
  (o) Children's ski area "Fredy-Land" (Mittertal)
  (o) Children's ski area "Zwisiland" (Hintertal)
  (o) Ski huts
  (o) Mountain restaurants
  (o) Cross-country ski trails Gosau
  (x) "Hintertal" toboggan run
  Update
  15.01.2026
  Character legend
  (o) open
  (x) closed
  (-) no info no Information
  Please note
  Subject to change
  

• Kontakt Schneeinfo Loipen Gosau
  Daily Snow information
  Trail overview Gosau / Gosai Valley
  Overview
  (o) Märchenwald-Loipe (Fairytale forest) VT
  (x) Dorfloipe (Village trail) MT
  (x) Sonnenloipe (Sun trail) MT
  (x) Sportloipe (Sports trail) MT / HT
  (o) Kohlstattloipe VT
  (x) "Spreißler" Skating Loipe VT
  Cross-country ski trail location /
  entry point
  VT = Vordertal (in the front valley)
  MT = Mittertal (in the middle valley area)
  HT = Hintertal (in the rear valley area)
  Open overall lengths
  28,4 km: not specified
  23,2 km: not specified
  Update
  15.01.2026
  Character legend
  (o) open
  (x) closed
  (-) no info no Information
  Please note
  Subject to change

• Avalanche information
  Updated dValid from
  Valid from
  14.01.2026 - 15.01.2026
  Trend: Avalanche danger decreases
  The avalanche danger is classified as moderate mainly in the high altitudes. 
  Locally, slab avalanches can still be released!
  Tendency
  The danger of slabs continues to decrease.
  Please note
  Subject to change
  
  

• Details
  Ski area “Dachstein West Gosau“
  Opening hours
  Valley stations
  Hornspitz lift in the Mittertal
  Panprama Jet in the Hintertal
  Austria
  Regular operation
  Hours
  05.12.2025 - 06.04.2026

Events in the Ski region Dachstein West in Gosau

Balloon Week Gosau 2026

Mid-January people will look up to the skies for a very different reason 30 to 40 brightly coloured hot air balloons will take to the skies, creating a magnificent display against a backdrop of snow laden trees and stunning mountain scenery.

Sun, Jan. 18, 2026 09:00 — 16:00 Gosau, Gosau

Tour for everyone: Guided snowshoe hike "Bibereck“ with Betty in Gosau

Your winter experience in the salzkammergut. Discover the snow-covered mountains. Join us on an unusual tour of discovery. Winter hike with Betty. An unforgettable holiday experience!

Mon, Jan. 19, 2026 09:45 — 13:00 Valley station of the Hornspitzlift, Gosau

Unique visual staging: "Night of the Balloons" 2026 in Gosau

The "Night of the Balloons" offers an atmosphere that is unique to this event, making it an unforgettable experience. lights and provide a magical spectacle for the eyes. You have to see this!

Wed, Jan. 21, 2026 18:00 — 20:30 Gosau, Gosau

Night Ski Show 2026 in Gosau

Not to be missed: Spectacular ski show with flag parade, rocket backpack and a large firework display and much more. The holiday experience!

Tue, Jan. 27, 2026 20:00 — 21:00 Valley station of the Hornspitzlift, Gosau

Big party for little guests: Snow festival for children in Gosau

Join us and experience an unforgettable day full of fun and adventure! This festival is a fantastic snow experience and pure winter fun! You can expect a varied program for the whole family!

Sat, Jan. 31, 2026 10:00 — 14:00 Valley station of the Hornspitzlift, Gosau

Guided snowshoe hike with Betty in Gosau

Feel the tranquility of the mountains. Enjoy the pure clear winter air. This winter the big adventure is waiting for you! Winter fun for the whole family in around 3 ½ hours on the deep snow covered Zwieselalm in Gosau.

Fri, Feb. 6, 2026 09:45 — 15:00 Valley station of the Hornspitzlift, Gosau

Fast-paced & charming: Barrel stave race "Fassdauben-Rennen" in Gosau - the fun event in the snow

Barrel stave race or in German "Fassdauben-Rennen": One of the oldest sporting events in the Inner Salzkammergut returns to Gosau am Dachstein. And you can experience the winter fun live. Directly at the "Sumara-Kanten" at the Hornspitzlift in Gosau Mittertal.

Sat, Feb. 7, 2026 13:00 — 16:00 Ski Area Dachstrein West, Gosauseestraße 52 Gosau

Challenge for a good cause: "Dachstein Wes " Ski Touring Charity in Russbach

Doing good meter by meter: A pre-spring event for hobby as well as professional ski tourers. Rounded off by a contentious supporting program with music, food and tombola. Interested? Register now!

Sat, Mar. 7, 2026 07:00 — 18:00 Atomic Backland Skitourenstrecke am Russbacher Hornspitz, Rußbach am Pass Gschütt

Snow info
Free sports arena
"Dachstein Krippenstein" Obertraun

Always well informed! Current fair from the mountain and from the valley. From Mount "Dachstein Krippenstein". Snow levels, current weather and much more. For all skiers, snowshoe hikers and ski tourers in the Free ride arena "Dachstein Krippenstein" in Obertraun on Lake Hallstatt in the Salzkammergut in Austria.

• Daily snow info
  FreeSports Arena
  "Dachstein Krippenstein"
  Well informed for your day of skiing!
  Current measured values
  Snow depth mountain station: 73 cm
  Fresh snow mountain station: 00 cm
  Snow depth valley station: 29 cm
  Temperature mountain station: +2°C
  Temperature valley station: -8.5°C
  Wind on the mountain: 58.9 – 66.2 km/h West
  Weather: cloudy, good visibility
  Last snowfall: 11.01.2026
  Other offers
  Infrastructure
  Lifts - Slopes - Trails & more
  Cable car & ski slopes
  (o) Cable car section 01 - Schönbergalm
  (o) Cable car section 02 - summit / 5fingers
  (o) Cable car section 03 - Gjaidalm
  (o) Lifts
  (o) Slope Krippenstein - Gjaidalm
  (o) Descent into the valley
  (o) Departure chairlift
  Snowshoe trails
  (o) Snowshoe Trail: Dachstein-Hai
  (o) Snowshoe trail: 5fingers
  (o) Snowshoe Trail: World Heritage Spiral
  (o) Snowshoe Trail: Heilbronner Runde
  Cross-country skiing
  (x) Cross-country ski trail on the mountain / Gjaidalm (2km)
  (o) Cross-country ski trail in the valley / village cross-country ski trail (20 kilometres of cross-country ski trail groomed!)
  Ski touring
  (o) Ski touring route: Heilbronner Runde
  Other offers
  (o) Children's area "Krippi Park" 09:30 – 15:30
  (x) "Klapf" toboggan run (waterfall wall)
  Off piste conditions
  Please take latest info on the current condition from the info board in the valley station at Outdoor Leadership.
  Update
  15.01.2026
  Daily between
  08:00 - 08:30 hrs.
  Please note
  Subject to change
  Service
  (o) open open
  (x) closed closed
  (-) no info no Information
  (+) uncertain / weather dependent

• Avalanche information
  Updated dValid from
  Valid from
  14.01.2026 - 15.01.2026
  Trend: Avalanche danger decreases
  The avalanche danger is classified as moderate mainly in the high altitudes. 
  Locally, slab avalanches can still be released!
  Tendency
  The danger of slabs continues to decrease.
  Please note
  Subject to change
  
  

• Freeride information
  off piste conditions
  Please take latest info on the current condition
  from the info board in the valley station of the
  "Dachstein Krippenstein" cable car
  Obertraun
  Please note the safety tips
  

• Details
  Free Sports Arena Krippenstein
  Opening times: 20.12.2025 - 06.04.2026
  Location: Krippenstein
  City: Obertraun on Lake Hallstatt
  Subject to change

Veranstaltungen auf dem Krippenstein

Guided snowshoe hike to the skywalk "5Fingers"

A fantastic half-day tour through the snow-covered landscape on the 2000-metre-high Krippenstein mountain. A hike for beginners and advanced hikers. With breathtaking impressions and unforgettable photos. Not everyone does that!

Thu, Jan. 15, 2026 09:30 — 12:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Winkl 34 Obertraun

Guided Snowshoe Hike with Igloo Building

Pure Adventure. In the "ice desert" at 2000 meters above sea level. For everyone who is looking for a challenge. "Building houses" with a difference. Register now. Because together there is simply more winter.

Thu, Jan. 15, 2026 09:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Winkl 34 Obertraun

Pure nature & endless silence: Snowshoe hike "Fascination Dachstein - Krippenstein" in Obertraun on Lake Hallstatt

In winter, you can experience this majestic high mountain range on guided snowshoe tours across the Dachstein wilderness plateau. Almost effortlessly we explore a fascinating karst landscape and enjoy the wonderful panoramic view.

Sat, Jan. 17, 2026 09:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Winkl 34 Obertraun

The morning makes the ski day: early rides for ski tourers on Mount Krippenstein

Time for a very special winter pleasure: short climbs and kilometres of descents in untouched terrain make every skier's heart beat faster. Whether alone or with friends. Now is your time! One-way lift for all ski tourers.

Fri, Feb. 13, 2026 07:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Winkl 34 Obertraun

Snow info
Ski area
Mount "Feuerkogel" in Ebensee

The special thing about the Mount "Feuerkogel" in Ebensee on "Traunsee" (name of the lake) is its combination of a sunny, well-arranged family ski area with modern lifts and snow-making facilities and a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view of the Dachstein and the lake region. The area is ideal for families, beginners and returners, but also offers more challenging slopes and an ungroomed ski variant into the valley for experienced skiers. In addition, there are many opportunities such as snowshoeing, ski tours and a snow park. Cosy mountain inns and huts with sun terraces invite you to stop for a bite to eat.

• Snow information
  Feuerkogel Ebensee
  Well informed for your day of skiing!
  Current measurements
  Snow depth mountain: 85 cm
  Fresh snow: 00 cm
  Snow depth valley station "Gsoll": 70 cm
  Temperature on the mountain: +2.1°C
  Weather: cloudy
  Wind on the mountain: 20-40 km/h
  Slope condition: Very good
  Last snowfall: 11.01.2026
  More offers
  Infrastructure
  Lifts - slopes - trails & more
  (o) Cable car to the Feuerkogel
  (o) Various lifts
  (o) Various snowshoe trails
  (x) Marked ski touring routes
  (x) Ski variant into the valley
  (x) Cross-country ski trail in the valley
  Update
  15.01.2026
  Daily between
  08:00 - 08:30 hrs.
  Please note
  Subject to change
  Service
  (o) open
  (x) closed closed
  (-) no info no Information

• Avalanche information
  Updated dValid from
  Valid from
  14.01.2026 - 15.01.2026
  Trend: Avalanche danger decreases
  The avalanche danger is classified as moderate mainly in the high altitudes. 
  Locally, slab avalanches can still be released!
  Tendency
  The danger of slabs continues to decrease.
  Please note
  Subject to change
  
  

• Details
  Mount Feuerkogel
  Regular operating hours
  Opening times
  13.12.2025 - 06.04.2026
  Location: Mount Feuerkogel
  City: Ebensee am Traunsee
  Subject to change

Events on Mount Feuerkogel in Ebensee

Body, mind and mountains: Guided snowshoe hikes on the Mount Feuerkogel

Together with a local guide you'll explore the wintry alpine world on Upper Austria's sunniest spot and enjoy the fantastic panorama.

Wed, Feb. 4, 2026 10:30 Feuerkogel, Ebensee

Water Temperatures
Lake Hallstatt and Gosausee

Framed by a wonderful mountain panorama, the crystal clear lakes shimmer like a postcard to attract attention and offer an exciting mix of active and relaxing holidays. Whether on or under the water - the fjord-like Lake Hallstatt and the picturesque Gosausee are always in season. And these are the current water temperatures:

How’s the weather?

I'm coming to Hallstatt in February – what will the weather be like? Our editorial department receives these and other questions regarding the weather, on a daily basis. For this reason we have compiled some information for you below: Between June and early September is midsummer in the region. We recommend light and airy clothes, bathing suits and of course an umbrella. Because without rain, it is not a summer. In the months of September to the end of November it is Autumn in the Salzkammergut. Warm clothing is required; non-slip footwear and the obligatory umbrella should be in your luggage. Between the beginning of December and the beginning of March winter has its say. Warm jackets and shoes are now in demand, because in these months, the thermometer can sometimes fall to minus 10 degrees Celsius. In the Salzkammergut Spring usually awakes at the end of March or beginning of April. Then it is a bit more airy. However, you should have a rain jacket in your luggage at this time of year. Those who follow these

What's going on today?

The weather in the Salzkammergut is as diverse as the imposing cultural and natural landscape of the World Heritage region. And the numerous events around Lake Hallstatt are as colourful and varied as our event calendar. Below we have put together all today’s main events for you. Enjoy yourselves and have fun!

Get Your Guide: Discover Hallstatt with local guides - Daily Guided Tour "Individual”

Experience the World Heritage Site in a very special way: On a flexible guided tour through the historic centre. Simply register now and experience history up close. You can't get more live than that. Guided tours are offered in the following languages: English, German, Italian and French.

Thu, Jan. 15, 2026 Valley station of the Salzberg cable car, Hallstatt

Shop like the locals: Weekly market in Bad Goisern on Lake Hallstatt

The slightly different kind of holiday memories - shopping at the weekly market. Stress-free and always full of enjoyment! Food and beverages from the region - without a long journey. Tasting allowed!

Thu, Jan. 15, 2026 07:00 Marketplace Bad Goisern, Marktplatz Bad Goisern

Contemporary history with a sharp pen: Cartoon exhibition "Graphic Novel" in Altaussee

The comic artist Simon has packed the eventful history of the Altaussee salt mine from the Stone Age to the Nazi era, as well as the art treasures stored in the mountain and their spectacular rescue into a graphic novel.

Thu, Jan. 15, 2026 09:00 — 16:00 Altaussee salt mine, Lichtersberg 25 Altaussee

Austria's largest active salt mine: Guided tours of the salt mine in Altaussee

Every day you have the opportunity to take a look behind the scenes of Austria's largest active salt mining site on a guided tour.

Thu, Jan. 15, 2026 09:00 Altaussee salt mine, Lichtersberg 25 Altaussee

Guided snowshoe hike to the skywalk "5Fingers"

A fantastic half-day tour through the snow-covered landscape on the 2000-metre-high Krippenstein mountain. A hike for beginners and advanced hikers. With breathtaking impressions and unforgettable photos. Not everyone does that!

Thu, Jan. 15, 2026 09:30 — 12:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Winkl 34 Obertraun

Guided Snowshoe Hike with Igloo Building

Pure Adventure. In the "ice desert" at 2000 meters above sea level. For everyone who is looking for a challenge. "Building houses" with a difference. Register now. Because together there is simply more winter.

Thu, Jan. 15, 2026 09:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Winkl 34 Obertraun

Try it out: Daily Salt tasting in Hallstatt

Enjoyable holiday memories from the most beautiful lakeside resort in the world: daily salt tastings on the historic and picturesque market square - right in the centre of Hallstatt. Try it out!

Thu, Jan. 15, 2026 10:00 — 18:00 Salt Shop Salt Mine Marketplace Hallstatt, Marktplatz 159 Hallstatt

Crib exhibition in Hallstatt

Visit the 200-year-old nativity scene in the Catholic parish church of Hallstatt. A very special piece of tradition!

Thu, Jan. 15, 2026 10:30 — 17:00 Catholic church Hallstatt, Kirchenweg 40 Hallstatt

Winter culinary tip: Pork tenderloin on a skewer at the Steegwirt in Bad Goisern

ALWAYS GREAT! From January 9th to February 1st, 2026, the legendary - ever-popular pork fillets on a spit will be available again.

Thu, Jan. 15, 2026 12:00 Steegwirt, Au 12 Bad Goisern

Themed tour through Bad Ischl - every Thursday

Get to know Bad Ischl's most beautiful corners with a certified guide on a themed tour. Get to know the imperial town from its most beautiful side with interesting anecdotes and fun facts from the Austria Guides.

Thu, Jan. 15, 2026 16:00 — 17:30 Trinkhalle Bad Ischl, Bad Ischl

More events

The entire range of events within the Salzkammergut region can be found in our large selection at www.im-salzkammergut.at.. The entire recreational offerings of the four towns of the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut can be found here: Bad Goisern an Hallstättersee, Gosau, Hallstatt and Obertraun.