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Sports & Activities

Summer and winter sports at Katschberg

With over 70 km of ski slopes beginning right by the hotel and best of all a ski school and ski hire right in the hotel, Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo is a winter sports paradise. In summer, swap your skis for your walking boots or your bike and off you go. It's all around you: one of Europe's largest and finest open-air fitness suites.

Three people skiing on a snowy slope near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Winter

Pure fun on the slopes

66 kilometres of slopes await you with 16 state-of-the-art lifts and the cosiest Alpine mountain huts imaginable. Reliable snow conditions due to the location at an altitude of 1,640 to 2,220 metres. The ski resort Katschberg has been distinguished as leading ski resorts with up to 80 km of slopes by Skiresort.info, the world’s largest test portal for ski resorts. 
Find more information here: www.skiresort.info

Highlights
  • Fun & Action between 1,640 and 2,220 meters above sea level
  • 100% of the pistes have the latest snowmaking equipment.
  • Most of the ski runs (about 40 km) are intermediate slopes; there are easy slopes for beginners (about 10 km). Advanced skiers and boarders will find their challenge on the 10 km of black slopes. 
  • Katschi’s children world is an exclusive fun park for kids – with mini jet and talking comic characters. Bergbahnen Katschberg guarantees the shortest of lift waiting times and slopes that are perfectly groomed daily. More information
  • Ski and snowboard lessons for children, perfection courses for adults and guided ski tours in our own snow sport school
  • Ski rental at the hotel
  • Ice rink in front of the hotel, usage depending on the weather conditions, ice skates available at the ski rental
Child snowboarding on a slope near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Ski rental direct in the hotel

The ski school is located in the hotel and simply has everything that families and individuals need for the perfect winter holiday. In addition to the lessons, there is a practical and large ski storage service, our ski rental is directly at the hotel, and of course there is a ski-service to optimise your ski & snowboard for even more fun on the slopes!

COURSES FOR TEENAGERS & ADULTS
  • Ski courses for beginners, and advanced courses for professionals and adventure-seekers
  • Ski guiding: Our ski instructors will show you the best slopes and huts at Katschberg
  • Snowboard courses for beginners and more advanced
  • Telemark courses
  • Carving course
  • Introductory course - touring skis including equipment
  • Guided snowshoe hikes

BOOK COURSES | Tel.: +43 (0)473463 1909

Ski rental direct in the hotel

The Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo now offers even more comfort and service. With our in-house ski rental, you can borrow your equipment directly at the hotel. We have introduced top brand products for your winter fun: Rossignol (hero-elite), Head (i Magnum) and Nordica (Spitfire Pro).

PRICE LIST

People on a horse-drawn sleigh ride through a snowy landscape near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Horse-drawn sleigh & carriage ride to the Pritzhütte lodge

  • Winter

The horse-drawn sleigh or carriage ride to the Pritzhütte lodge provides romance and delicious food all year round.

Who is it suitable for?
Couples, families

Getting there
Car

Other comments
Bookings by telephone: +43 (0)664 2844 583, at the Visitor Center or at hotel reception.

Website

Night view of a ski lift with empty chairs over snow-covered trees near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Night skiing

  • Winter

As soon as it is dark, there's night skiing on the Katschberg mountain. Finish the day with a chalet party.

Who is it suitable for?
Couples, friends, families, singles

Getting there
Car

Other comments
With a valid ski pass & no booking needed

 

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Wooden sled upright on fresh snow with snowy trees in the background near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Tobogganing on the Katschberg mountain

  • Winter

A toboggan tour on the Katschberg mountain is just about a must! On Tuesdays and Saturdays, you can even toboggan at night from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Who is it suitable for?
Couples, friends, families, groups

Getting there
Car

Other comments
€ 5.00 rental fee for the sledge

 

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Two hikers with poles walking on a snowy mountain trail near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Ski touring

  • Winter

A number of ski tour routes spread out from the slopes. The guided tour at sunrise is a special experience.

Who is it suitable for?
Couples, friends, groups

Getting there
Car

Other comments
Ski tours are not permitted on the pistes when the lifts are operating.

 

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Snow-covered mountain slopes with the tips of snowshoes in the foreground near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Snowshoe and winter hiking on the Katschberg mountain

  • Winter

A total of 30 km of winter hiking trails cut through the snow on the Katschberg mountain. Tours with a guide are also available.

Who is it suitable for?
Families, singles, couples, friends, groups

Getting there
Car

 

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Top view of tennis player serving on a clay court near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Sports Facilities

  • Summer

During summer, our hotel offers outdoor sports courts for tennis, volleyball, and football. The courts can be reserved directly at the hotel, allowing you to fully enjoy your sporting activities. Perfect for a match with friends or family during your stay.

Four people in winter gear sitting on sleds on a snowy hillside near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Summer

In summer Katschberg area is offering many miles of mountain tours of all difficulty levels, Nordic walking, riding or Alpine golf.

Summer Highlights
  • 200 km of marked trails
  • Walking, climbing, cycling
  • Golf, riding
  • Largest high ropes course in Austria
  • Alpine horse centre
  • Adventure playground Katschhausen
  • Outdoor sports facilities
  • Funcourt with ball game field, monkey bars and much more
ACTIVE THROUGH THE SUMMER
  • E-mountain bike rental for adults
  • Directly at the hotel (for a fee)
  • The area is ideal for hikers. Thirsty and hungry cyclists have lots of opportunities to stop for a refreshment along the bike trails.
Segway
  • For all those who want to turn their cycling trip into a balancing act
  • For adventure enthusiasts seeking fun, fun, fun
  • Enjoy exploring Katschberg on a Segway
Aerial view of a golf course with sand traps, and a path near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Golf

  • Summer

The Golf Club Lungau is only 7 km away. The 18-hole course is nestled in the beautiful countryside and offers varied practice facilities and the charming 9-hole par 3 course to create space for beginners and consistent players.

Two people hiking in a dense forest with tall trees and using walking sticks near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Nordic walking/Mountain Running

  • Summer

At an altitude of 1,650 m, mountain running and Nordic walking routes meander along the Katschberg mountain. Ideal for high altitude training.

Who is it suitable for?
Singles, couples, friends

Getting there
Car

Other comments
Various routes can be found at: https://www.katschberg.at/en/active-holiday.html#regdl=kategorien

Website Link: https://www.katschberg.at/de/aktivurlaub.html#regdl=kategorien

Mountain bikes on rocky ground with forested mountains in the background near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

(E-)bike tours

  • Summer

With an e-bike rental, you only need to decide which route you want to take to explore the Katschberg region.

Who is it suitable for?
Couples, friends, families, singles

Getting there
Car

Other comments
Various bike rental stores are located in the Lieser-Maltatal area. From June bike rental direct at the hotel (for a fee).  

Two people wearing helmets riding Segway's on a path outdoors near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Segway tours

  • Summer

Katschberg Segway tours are great fun – including the thrill of mastering forest paths at 20 km/h.

Who is it suitable for?
Couples, friends, families

Getting there
Car

Other comments
From 12 years of age upwards – Booking at the Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo; 38.00 per person per hour and 20% discount with the LungauCard

Two people by a mountain pond near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Hiking buses

  • Summer

Thanks to the new free bus connections, guests can now conveniently reach all the popular destinations in the region without needing their own car. Whether it's hiking in the Maltatal, taking the summer cable car to Katschberg, visiting the Baby Village Trebesing, exploring exhibitions in Gmünd, or enjoying an active day in Innerkrems – the new bus routes make it possible to fully enjoy the region.

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Lungau Card

With the Lungau Card, a huge variety of discounted activities are awaiting you.

Falkensteiner Katschberg App

The Falkensteiner Resort Katschberg has come up with something special for its guests that are outdoor enthusiasts.