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Test report Flachau (snow space)-Wagrain/Griessenkareck
Skiresort.info Test of the ski resort Flachau (snow space)-Wagrain/Griessenkareck
Total result: 3.9 out of 5 stars
Test Flachau (snow space)-Wagrain/Griessenkareck
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Further evaluation criteria
Evaluation criteria for special interests
In detail: Test report for ski resort Flachau (snow space)-Wagrain/Griessenkareck
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The ski resort begins in the villages of Flachau and Wagrain and leads from all sides in the direction of the Giessenkarecks (1992m). A total of 75 km of runs is available. Those in search of more variety can travel with the shuttle bus from Wagrain to the nearest ski resort, Wagrain/Grafenberg-Alpendorf (St. Johann), in just a few minutes. The ski pass is also valid there. The Flachau (snow space)-Wagrain/Griessenkareck ski resort belongs to the Ski amadé association with a total of 860 km of slopes and 270 lifts with just one ticket.
Runs/slopes
Additional runs
3.1 km Marked ski routes
Altitude difference
1091 m (Valley 889 m - Mountain 1980 m )
Lifts/ cable cars
26
Number of lifts to get from one end of the ski resort to the other
→ 5 ← 3
Number of lifts to get from one end of the ski resort to the other
→ 5 ← 3
150 hectares of slope surface, wide and optimally prepared runs and varied ski slopes for all difficulty levels with a concentration of intermediate runs are the characteristics of this ski resort. From the World Cup run, the time measurement course, the flood-lit ski run, to the family runs and the practice slopes - everything is offered here. On the Hermann Maier World Cup run (Star Jet 1), numerous World Cup races have taken place - including a World Cup Women's Night Slalom for which the full-HD-TV conformable flood-light facility with a total of 33 masts was built. The night ski run is not located here however, it is at the Achter Jet lift.
Runs/slopes
Total 75 km
Easy
11.5 km
(15 %)Intermediate
62 km
(83 %)Difficult
1.5 km
(2 %)
Additional runs
Marked ski routes
3.1 km
There are two ski routes: one from the middle station of the Rote 8 (Red 8) gondola lift and one from the Flying Mozart in the direction of Wagrain.
Longest run
6 km
Run location
just above tree line, under tree line
Worth knowing
- Valley run available
- Public race course with time measurement
- Skiline
The lifts are first-class in the Flachau-Wagrain ski resort. All chair lifts are equipped with covers and leather cushions. Four of the chair lifts also have seat heating. In the Achter Jet gondola lift, there is even a gondola radio with current news about snow space Flachau. Gondola lifts lead up to the ski resort from the Wagrain side. T-bars and rope tows are there for the beginners.
Number of ski lifts
26
Total capacity
40670 Passengers / hour
Length of all lifts
24.9 km Total
Lifts and cable cars
1
5
8
4
8
Additional
6
The ski resort has a high level of snow reliability due to its very modern snow-making technology and 100% snow-making capability.
Worth knowing
- Artificial snow-making
205 Snow canons
100 % of the slopes have snow-making capabilities
- The valley run is practically always open.
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The slope preparation is excellent.
Tip: By new snow, an optimal slope prepartion is not always possible, even with a large effort. In addition, the new snow can not combine with the snow lying underneath and moguls are created quickly. For safety reasons, usually no slope preparation is possible during operating times.
Further evaluation criteria
All parking is free. Thanks to the direct connection to the A10 Tauern highway with its own exit for Flachau, you can get to the ski lifts quickly. All of the parking lots are directly at the lifts with the exception of the Star Jet 1.
Access via A10 Tauernautobahn, Ausfahrt Flachau
- Space Jet 1 (Flachau), Ideal entry for day visitors
Distance: 1 km · approx. 1 Minutes driving time
Roads: Side road, well-developed, without significant incline
Parking spaces: enough available, Stone parking lot, Grass parking lot, free of charge
- Achter-Jet (Flachau), Entry suitable for day visitors
Distance: 1 km · approx. 2 Minutes driving time
Roads: Main street, Side road, well-developed, without significant incline
Parking spaces: enough available, Tarred parking lot, Stone parking lot, free of charge
- Star Jet 1 (Flachau)
Distance: 2 km · approx. 3 Minutes driving time
Roads: Side road, well-developed
Parking spaces: limited amount available, Tarred parking lot, free of charge
- Rote 8er Gondel (Wagrain), Ideal entry for day visitors
Distance: 4 km · approx. 4 Minutes driving time
Roads: Side road, well-developed
Parking spaces: enough available, Tarred parking lot, free of charge
- Flying Mozart Gondel (Wagrain)
Distance: 9 km · approx. 10 Minutes driving time
Roads: Side road, well-developed
Parking spaces: usually enough available, Tarred parking lot, Stone parking lot, free of charge
Trail map and overview maps:
The free trail map describes the entire Salzburger Sportwelt (Salzburg Sports World) on one side and the Ski amadé on the other side. You can get a good overview of the region with this, however there is not as much detailed information about the ski resort. For this reason, the orientation in the ski resort using the trail map is a bit difficult.
The free trail map describes the entire Salzburger Sportwelt (Salzburg Sports World) on one side and the Ski amadé on the other side. You can get a good overview of the region with this, however there is not as much detailed information about the ski resort. For this reason, the orientation in the ski resort using the trail map is a bit difficult.
Information boards and sign-postings on the slopes:
There is no uniform sign-posting system in the ski resort. The sign-posting on the Wagrain side is different from on the Flachau side. The sign-posting from Flachau to Wagrain and vice versa could also be improved. In Flachau, the colours of the lift indicators change on the signs. The overhead boards at the cable cars with the temperature, info, etc. are very useful. There are also many information boards with detailed trail maps and current information.
There is no uniform sign-posting system in the ski resort. The sign-posting on the Wagrain side is different from on the Flachau side. The sign-posting from Flachau to Wagrain and vice versa could also be improved. In Flachau, the colours of the lift indicators change on the signs. The overhead boards at the cable cars with the temperature, info, etc. are very useful. There are also many information boards with detailed trail maps and current information.
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Vacationers can leave their cars parked. Ski buses bring the guests from their accommodations to the base stations.
Public transportation/ on-site mobility
- No direct train connection
- Ski busses
- Scheduled busses
- Free ski bus within Flachau and Wagrain. Free ski bus from the city of Salzburg and the surrounding communities.
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The employees are always friendly. The team at the ticket desk and the parking lot team are very supportive.
There are very many good restaurants throughout the ski resort. A secret tip is the newly constructed Lisa Alm.
31 Mountain restaurants & Ski huts
Gastronomy tip
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Lisa Alm
At 1520m, directly on the run at the Space Jet II and the Acterjet Gondola in Flachau
The Lisa Alm represents enjoyment and lifestyle and a consistent level of quality. In the stylish ski hut with an open fireplace and gallery, you can relax and eat wonderfully. The outdoor lounge area with its 500m² heated terrace invites guests during nice weather. There is no self-service area in the Lisa Alm.
Mountain hut tip
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Almstadl
At 1650m altitude, directly at the Flying Mozart
Traditional and cozy hut with large sun terrace for lunch and Après Ski.
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There are Après Ski bars at all valley stations. There is a large offering here!
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Hofstadl
At the base station of the Star Jet 1 chair lift in Flachau.
Large Après-Ski temple with umbrella bar and rustic party hut.
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Dampfkessel
At the valley station of the Space Jet 1 chair lift in Flachau
Unique open-air Après Ski atmosphere. Regularly scheduled events with live acts.
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There are accommodations in all categories (except 5 star) directly on the slopes in Flachau. Flachau can accommodate a total of 9000 guests in hotels and guest houses (2-4+ star hotels), bed and breakfast hotels, apartments, and holiday on the farm accommodations. In Wagrain, there are some accommodations very close to the entry of the Flying Mozart.
Ski-in/Ski-out
There are many accommodations with direct access to the slopes and to lifts (Ski-in/Ski-out)
Towns/villages
- Flachau
Distance to ski resort fewer than 0.5 km
Guest beds 9000 - Wagrain
Distance to ski resort fewer than 0.5 km
Guest beds 5500
Note: For the evaluation, only the accommodations which are located directly on the slopes and lifts, or have very easy access to the ski resort have been considered.
Evaluation criteria for special interests
Six children's ski schools, children's ski courses as of 4 years old, ski playschool for the little ones as of 2 years and childcare facilities make Flachau-Wagrain an ideal destination for families. There is also an alpine coaster.
Information for families and children
- Kid's Land/ separated area for children
- Wave ride for children
- People mover
- Beginner's lifts near the valley
- Ski school for children
- Child care
Special tips for children
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Fischis Qualitätsskischule (Quality Ski School) children's area
At the valley station of the Star Jet 1 in Flachau with magic carpet
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Ski School Snowlife children's area
At the valley station of the Star Jet 1 in Flachau with magic carpet
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Ski School Sport am Jet children's area
At the Star Jet 2 in Flachau with magic carpets
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Wagraini's Winterwelt
At the middle station of the Roten 8er, covered magic carpet, practice lifts, tubing run, igloos, Wagraini's Children's Alm
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Children's area of the Ski School Hermann Maier
Learn to ski like a world champion in the tracks of Hermann Maier. Children's areas at the valley station of the time measurement course t-bar and the valley station of the Space Jet 1.
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Fun & Pro Ski School
In Flachau at the Space Jet 1
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Lucky Flitzer - Alpine Coaster
In Flachau at the time measurement course. Operates also in the winter.
The ski resort offers mainly intermediate slopes and therefore, the upper area can only be partially recommended for pure beginners. Beginners will find numerous practice lifts and beginner's areas near the base areas in Flachau and Wagrain.
Information for beginners
- Beginner's lifts near the valley
Ski schools on-site
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The only black slopes are located at the Top Liner chair lift. There and at the Star Jet 3, there are also some freeriding possibilities.
Information for advanced skiers, freeriders
- some freeride / deep snow areas
- few mogul slopes
Slope offering advanced skiers
Runs/slopes
Total 75 km
Difficult
1.5 km
(2 %)Additional runs
Marked ski routes
3.1 km
There are two ski routes: one from the middle station of the Rote 8 (Red 8) gondola lift and one from the Flying Mozart in the direction of Wagrain.
Most difficult run
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Steilhang Mulde - Top Liner · Length 0.8 km · Altitude difference 233 m
Note: Always mind the avalanche warnings and barriers, please. Never ski into a closed and unsecured area.
Photos
There is no snowpark and no halfpipe in the ski resort.
Information for Snowboarders
- no cat tracks
- no runs with ascent
- some freeride / deep snow areas
Offering snow parks
- No snow park/ fun park
- No halfpipe
- Cross-country trail offering
Total trail length: 220 km
The Salzburger Sportwelt (Salzburg Sports World) offers a total of 220km of tracks. There are classic and skating tracks of all difficulty levels offered. The village of Flachau itself offers 40 km of tracks.
Conclusion
The most modern ski lifts, family offers, ski hut Lisa Alm, quick access
No uniform sign-posting in the ski resort
Test Report issued on 2011-03-20
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