Zauchensee, Austria

Visitor reviews for Zauchensee

• April 09, 2008
  Andy from UNITED KINGDOM
  

  We just love this place, It offers a wide range of skiing for all levels. When skiing with a group of mixed experience it is easy to meet through the day as many of the runs terminate in the same area and cross the same huts.
  You can ski from Zauchensee to Flachauwinkle where there is a snow park and on as far as Kleinarl. The standard ski pass also covers Flachau which is accessible via the ski bus ( I would ski to Flachauwinkle and take the 15 min free bus to Flachau).
  Even in the worst of seasons, Zauchensee has always produced the snow and has many cannons to support this. The quality of the piste grooming is exceptional, lifts are generally modern and fast (some with heated seats) and queuing has never been a problem for us other than on major holidays.
  The mountain huts all offer traditional Austrian charm with friendly staff. They all offer great value with a goulash soup costing less than 5 Euro or sausage and chips at approx 7 Euros. Coffee or beer typically 3 Euro.
  The free ski bus will take you on a 10 minute ride down the valley to Altenmarkt which offers a wide range of shops, restaurants, cafes etc. It is also worth considering staying in Altemmarkt if you want more to do other than ski/board as it is easy enough to get to Zauchensee on the ski bus.
  We have visited for several years and everyone we have introduced has been back. If you want any more info please feel free to mail me andy@taylorhut.fsnet.co.uk

• January 18, 2006
  Edward Hsu from MONACO
  

  In the Salzburger Sport Welt region, Zauchensee is a little Jewel. It has great runs with a decent pitch served by a fairly modern lift and Gondola system. We found runs in Flachau and Wagrain boring by comparison.

  The biggest advantage of Zauchensee over the vast majority of its Alpine competition is the height of the tree line. The North facing slopes are tree lined almost to the summit which means you have excellent visibility even when its cloudy.

  The on slope huts are family owned and serve delicious Austrian food

  Summary - cheaper than Lech and Skiiable in all weather

• December 04, 2004
  andy from UNITED KINGDOM
  

  In our view Zauchensee, offers the best skiing in the region, A wide choice of slopes for all levels,including a slalom course with electronic timer (not so good when your 12 year old beats you) and of course the world cup downhill run. Fast plentifull lift systems and excellent modern facilities all in the traditional Austrian style.

  There is no shortage of investment in snow machines and piste bashers and the guys out there do a great job keping the piste in good condition.

  Most of the pistes meet in the same area so handy if your group ski's at different levels as easy to meet up through the day.

  From Zauchensee you can ski over the mountain to Flachauwinckle which opens a whole new area. This year will be our 12th trip and every year we still seem to discover new trails. If you wish to explore further afield it is easy to take a 15 minute bus trip from Flachauwinckle to Flachau which is all covered under the same ski pass. Or take the ski bus down The mountain to Altenmarky (10 minutes) and ski over to Raddstat,

  Austrian hospitality is friendly and welcoming and offers good value. In the mountain huts, of which there are plenty)a hot lunch and beers etc costs less than Euro 10. Apres Ski is good but after dinner night life tends to centre around your hotel.