If the 360° photo function on your smartphone isn’t enough to capture all the white peaks, untouched slopes and the deep blue sky, then you’ve reached the top – and the fun can begin. Welcome to freeriding in Obertauern. And if you’ve never been to Obertauern, it’s time to change that. This snow paradise is not only centrally located in Austria, but also a true freeride haven for those who enjoy wide-open views, reliable snow conditions and well-earned stops along the way.
Attention freeriders!
The free choice for connoisseurs to ski on the south, north, west, or east slope. The hotel right in the mountain basin, directly on the piste. The huts for après-ski right at the piste edge. You can only find this in Obertauern. The Salzburg mountain world fascinates. Young and old. Guests and locals. Connoisseurs and daredevils. Obertauern offers everyone "something".
A total of 100 kilometres of slopes and reliable snow conditions from late November to early May.
If you really want to taste freedom, you have to go "all the way to the top." To where white peaks, untouched slopes, and the deep blue sky truly invite you. Freeriding is known for the feeling of freedom. Rocks and trees whistle past on both sides. The powder snow dusts up on the still untouched route. Jumps are also fully allowed. Obertauern offers this freedom, combined with the safety of being able to reach your own "home base" again anytime within minutes. Obertauern. Full enjoyment. Absolute freedom. Maximum comfort – so to speak. A visit "all the way to the top" – a must for everyone.
Freeride Checkpoint
The Freeride Checkpoint is located in the area of the mountain stations of Seekarspitz and the Panoramabahn. On these boards, you will receive special information and rules of conduct for freeriding.
- Current avalanche warning level
- Avalanche transceiver checkpoint
- Snow depth
- Dangerous slope exposure
- Temperature and snow depth
Check your ride
Be sure to observe the information from the Salzburg Avalanche Warning Service, check your freeride equipment, and test the function of your avalanche transceiver before riding in open and unsecured terrain. Never ride alone and without an avalanche transceiver in unsecured terrain.
FAQ
If you have little experience, we definitely recommend a local guide or a ski school. They know the terrain and current conditions best.
No, you should never freeride alone. Always ride in a group and watch out for each other's safety.
Obertauern convinces with its central location, high snow reliability, and many slopes directly accessible next to the pistes. This creates numerous freeride opportunities with a short return to the ski area.
The avalanche warning level shows you the current risk in the terrain. From level 3 ("considerable"), freeriding becomes significantly riskier and requires a lot of experience, good planning, and appropriate equipment. At higher levels, freeriding is not recommended.
You can get current information at the freeride checkpoints in the ski area, at the lift stations, as well as through official avalanche warning services. You should definitely check this information before every tour.
No, you are not allowed to simply ski anywhere off the piste.
It is important that you observe all signs, closures, and danger zones in the ski area. Additionally, you should definitely pay attention to the warning lights and safety instructions at the lift stations. These provide you with current information about the weather, snow conditions, and possible hazards.
In Austria, you can reach the mountain rescue service at the emergency number 140.<\/p>
If you witness an avalanche and people could be affected, immediately alert mountain rescue via the alpine emergency number 140.
Describe as precisely as possible:
- where the accident occurred
- when the avalanche happened
The more precise your information, the faster the rescue can respond.
A so-called negative avalanche is an avalanche event where no persons were buried or injured.
Even in this case, reporting is important because it helps to avoid unnecessary deployments of rescue forces and to correctly assess the situation in the terrain. Therefore, a negative avalanche should definitely be reported via the alpine emergency number 140.
You report an avalanche via the alpine emergency number 140.
The control center answers your call and immediately informs the responsible mountain rescue station, which initiates further measures.
