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Cross-country skiing holiday in Saalfelden Leogang

Classic cross-country skiing & skating: SalzburgerLand / Austria

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70.5 km Classic

70.5 km Skating

Cross-country skiing in Saalfelden Leogang

Cross-country skiing meets joie de vivre - in Saalfelden Leogang you can enjoy about 140 kilometres of trails with panoramic views, high-altitude trails & the Nordic Park at Ritzensee. The region in SalzburgerLand simply offers ideal conditions for a cross-country skiing holiday - for connoisseurs and beginners as well as for professionals and families. In addition to perfectly groomed trails, unique biathlon offers, wildly romantic winter hiking & 100% Nordic lifestyle await you.

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Highlights for your cross-country skiing holiday in Saalfelden Leogang

About 140 kilometres of cross-country trails with direct connections to neighbouring regions
Nordic Park with floodlit trail, Fun & Snow Park and biathlon facility
High-altitude trail Grießen & trails up to 1,000 m above sea level

Altitude of the trails: 750 - 1,000 m
Cross-country skiing season: Beginning of December - mid-March
Trail ticket & prices: Municipality of Leogang: free of charge
Municipality of Saalfelden: Day ticket € 4.15; 7-day ticket € 16.05 (more info)

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Between Nordic Park & WOW-Panorama

The Nordic Park at Lake Ritzensee offers Nordic winter sports at the highest level. About 140 kilometres of perfectly groomed trails - classic and skating - as well as seamless connections to the neighbouring regions guarantee full variety. Thanks to direct connections to the surrounding regions, your area extends as far as Maria Alm, Maishofen and the Hochfilzen biathlon centre! The high-altitude trail in Grießen, the floodlit trail and the biathlon centre also provide sporting variety. And if you’re looking for a real workout, you can give it your all on the World Championship cross-country ski trail at Lake Ritzensee.

For families, the Nordic puzzle rally around Lake Ritzensee is one of the many highlights: Here, cross-country skiing is fun with tricky questions and small rewards on the programme. With the Saalfelden Leogang Card, you can enjoy numerous inclusive services – from free use of the cross-country ski trail network to guided ski tours and snowshoe hikes as part of the 365 Days Active & Creative programme, free admission to museums in the region, a ride on the Leogang mountain railways and many other offers. The perfect mix of activity and relaxation.

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Fun & Snowpark: Learn to cross-country ski in a playful way

Cross-country skiing fun for all generations: In the Fun & Snow Park, cross-country skiing becomes child's play! Here, youngsters can try out cross-country skiing in a fun way - and puzzle their way through the unique Nordic puzzle rally around Lake Ritzensee. As a reward, there's a small gift for the Sherlock Holmes with cap & skis. But there's also plenty of fun & action waiting for teenagers in the Skill Park - such as curves & jumps for the coolest snow selfies.

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Hotels for your winter sports holiday in Saalfelden Leogang

Cross-country skiing expertise, top equipment, access to the cross-country ski trails on your doorstep & fine cuisine - your certified hosts will ensure you enjoy a sporty, feel-good holiday in Salzburg's winter.

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Cross-country ski trails in Saalfelden Leogang

About 140 km of cross-country skiing fun, high-altitude & night trails, Nordic Park and a direct connection to Maria Alm, Zell am See & Hochfilzen - that's a cross-country skiing holiday deluxe in Saalfelden Leogang.

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0/70.5km groomed - 0/15 open

Skating:

0/70.5km groomed - 0/15 open

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Shop, rental and cross-country ski schools

Sport Grossegger
Bsuch 97
5760 Saalfelden
Tel: +43 6582 73053
www.sport-grossegger.at
Cross-country ski school, rental

Alpine ski school Markus Hirnböck
Bachwinkl 4
5760 Saalfelden
Tel: +43 664 4411206
www.alpinskischule.at
Cross-country ski school

Sport 2000 Simon
Leoganger Street 23
5760 Saalfelden
Tel: +43 6582 70488
www.sport2000-simon.at
Rental, shop

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Events

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FAQs about cross-country skiing holidays in Saalfelden Leogang

What makes cross-country skiing in Saalfelden Leogang so special?

The region offers a mix of gentle leisure trails, challenging training routes such as the World Championship trail, night trails and the Grießen high-altitude trail. The Nordic Park at Ritzensee brings together cross-country skiing, biathlon, family activities and places to stop for refreshments at a central hub.

Which cross-country ski trails are suitable for beginners and families?

Beginners will find flat, easily accessible trails for classic and skating styles around Saalfelden and Leogang. Families can have fun practising on hills, bends and small obstacles at the Fun & Snow Park on Lake Ritzensee, or explore the Nordic Mystery Rally.

Where can you go cross-country skiing in the evenings in Saalfelden Leogang?

There are floodlit circuits at Ritzensee and in Leogang-Rosental. Both are suitable for training after dark. You should check the current lighting times, snow conditions and the status of the trails before setting off.

Where is the Grießen high-altitude cross-country ski trail, and who is it suitable for?

The Grießen high-altitude cross-country ski trail is situated in the Grießen district of Leogang, near Hochfilzen, and runs partly across the provincial border into Tyrol. It is ideal for cross-country skiers looking for a higher-altitude, challenging route. A fee may apply for the Tyrolean section.

Do I need a cross-country skiing pass in Saalfelden Leogang?

A ticket is required for some of the cross-country trails. With the Saalfelden Leogang Card, use of the regional cross-country trails is free of charge; the Leogang, Sinning and Ecking night trails are free. Separate charges apply to the Tyrolean section of the Grießen high-altitude cross-country trail.