Zauchensee

Zauchensee Facts

Lifts: 270 lifts

Piste: 860 km

Height: 1350 - 2200

Snow: Dec - late April

Snow Canons: Extensive

Airport: Munich / Salzburg

Transfer Times: 2 hr from Munich or 1 hr from Salzburg (approx)

Self Drive: Calais - Zauchensee 13 hrs (approx)

Crèche: 6 wks to 3yrs - 6 days a week - Run by Hillwood’s own staff

Owl Club: After Ski School Pick Up and Evening Clubs

Skiing

This resort is little known by the British but is a true jewel in the crown. Door step skiing to a high standard and the gateway to other systems. The resort itself is high so snow conditions are good and once you ski here you will soon appreciate why it is a good training ground for National Ski Teams and has produced so many Austrian champions.

Children Ski School

The Austrian ski schools are some of the best in the world and the ones in Zauchensee are exceptional, especially with children. Hillwood recommends, the ski school operated from the Hotel Zauchenseehof, it is run by the family Walchhofer. Offering ski classes for all ages and abilities with the added bonus if Michael Walchhofer (Olympic Silver medallist) is in the resort he will even come and meet the children after their ski race. Supervised lunches are offered by the ski school. For adults wishing to brush up on their skiing lessons are offered on a morning only bases leaving you free to practice in the afternoon. Private lessons can be arranged.

Childcare

Hillwood operates their alpine childcare facilities with a flexible approach to meet the needs of a family on a ski holiday. We have a programme of activities including, snow fun, crafts, playtime and quiet times. Hillwood believes ski holidays are packed with fun and activities so with this philosophy we are sure your children will enjoy a Hillwood winter holiday.

6 days a week
Crèche children from 6 wks - 3 years
After ski school pick up
Evening Club - Hotel Zauchensee Hof

If parents would like an evening out then our staff are happy to baby sit.

Village

Zauchensee is a satellite town to Altenmarkt. A place for true skiers with doorstep skiing you will not miss the hustle and bustle of a town. If you do crave this, it can be found just a short bus ride away in Altenmarkt.

Christmas in the Alps

Skiing at Christmas can be a special time and for families we offer a package that includes a special meal on Christmas Eve, Father Christmas stockings, crackers and cake combining England and Austria.

Ski Packs

Prices quoted are in £ sterling for 6 days and are approximate:

Amadé lift passes Adult £120 Child £80
Special offer Children's lift pass

Ski and Boot hire can vary dependant on the type of equipment you require.

Boots: Adult £27-£42 Child £ 20
Skis: Adult £40-£60 Child £31

Ski School

Lesson are 4 hours long split morning and afternoon, these can be booked for up to 5 consecutive days. Price is one day £35 to £104 for 5 days.

Lunch time supervision is € 10 a day which includes a three course meal.

Private lessons are also available on an hourly basis.

Hillwood Childcare

6 days full childcare 0930-1630 including lunch £210. Individual days can be booked. Discounts offer for second child in family of 15%.

Special Offer Weeks

Free childcare 21st-26th Jan (only pay for midday meal €10)
30% reductions for children 14th Jan-9th Feb and 4th-23rd March

Accommodation

Price guide includes basic holiday cost for one adult sharing a double room for 7 days half board accommodation, return flights, transfer and taxes.

Zauchenseehof ****

Price Guide £750

This Austrian hotel will provide you with an ideal base for your holiday. Located opposite one of the main lifts it truly provides door step skiing. It is one of the original hotels but has not let time stand still. It’s superb spa complex and swimming pool area is a place to visit either after skiing or to relax in during the day watching the skiers on the slopes. The rooms are all very well appointed, this together with the excellent restaurant serving a four course meal each evening and buffet breakfast will make your stay complete. The hotels’ facilities also include a bar, night club and bowling alley.

Hillwood's child clubs are located within the hotel complex, including the free evening club.

Salzburger Hof ****

Price Guide £800

The Salzburger Hof has recently undergone major refurbishments; it is located opposite a small nursery slope, close to all the major lifts being a ski in ski out hotel. The rooms are spacious and range from double rooms through to a penthouse suite. There is a spa complex and a swimming pool. The top floor of the hotel has a fitness room and a relaxation area with comfortable chairs to lie on and chill out or read whilst looking out over the slopes. The restaurant offers a wide choice of evening meals and buffet breakfasts. The children have also been catered for with an area that has table tennis, a pool table and a small playroom for the young ones.

Sport Alm ****