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Niederau-Oberau, Austria
Hotel Tirolerhof (Oberau)
hotel·ski in-ski-out
Low season:£162per night
~£1,134 per week
Austria
Luxury Ski Chalets in Niederau-Oberau
Charming Tyrolean villages offering family-friendly skiing in the scenic Wildschönau valley.
3 properties available
828m
Altitude
2,025m
Summit
113km
Pistes
1,197m
Vertical Drop
4.5m per season
Avg. Snow
Mid-December - Early April
Season
About the Resort
About Niederau-Oberau
Niederau and Oberau are picturesque, traditional villages situated in the beautiful Wildschönau valley in the Austrian Tyrol. Recognisable by the striking pointed spire of Niederau's parish church, these villages offer a relaxed, authentically Austrian winter holiday experience. They are an integral part of the expansive Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschönau network, which connects several local mountains into one large ski domain.
The Resort
Skiing in Niederau centers around the Markbachjoch and Lanerköpfl peaks, which surprisingly offer some steep, challenging red and black runs alongside excellent, dedicated beginner slopes in the valley. Oberau, just a short distance away, is much smaller and features gentle drag lifts ideal for absolute beginners and families seeking a quiet, unintimidating environment.
The resort is highly praised for its value for money, welcoming locals, and excellent ski schools. With the Ski Juwel pass, visitors have access to 113km of pistes, ensuring that once beginners find their feet, there is plenty of intermediate terrain to explore via a short, free ski bus ride to neighboring Auffach.
On the Mountain
Niederau's local Markbachjoch mountain provides a mix of steep, tree-lined red runs and fantastic dedicated beginner areas at the base. Intermediate cruisers can take the short ski bus to Auffach to access the wider Ski Juwel domain, which offers an abundance of wide, sweeping red and blue pistes on the Schatzberg.
Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschönau, Tyrol
One of Tyrol's largest connected ski areas, combining the rustic charm of the Wildschönau valley with the scenic beauty of the Alpbachtal.
Location
Where is Niederau-Oberau?
Resort Details
Ideal For
Niederau-Oberau is perfect for
Families
Quiet villages with excellent ski schools and gentle nursery slopes.
Beginners
Dedicated learner areas in both Niederau and Oberau away from fast traffic.
Value Seekers
More affordable accommodation and dining compared to mega-resorts.
Traditionalists
Authentic Tyrolean atmosphere with unspoiled village aesthetics.
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Where to Eat
Dining in Niederau-Oberau
Glennie's Resto
Niederau Village
A lively spot for après-ski and hearty dinners right in the center of Niederau.
Norderbergalm
Markbachjoch Mountain
A cozy, traditional mountain hut serving excellent Tyrolean specialties with panoramic views.
Gasthof Kellerwirt
Oberau Village
Fine local dining set in a stunning historic 12th-century building.
Gipfelrestaurant Markbachjoch
Top of Markbachjoch Gondola
Conveniently located at the lift station, offering great food and a massive sun terrace.
Common Questions
Niederau-Oberau FAQ
When is the best time to ski in Niederau-Oberau?
The ski season in Niederau-Oberau typically runs Mid-December to early April. The resort averages 4.5m per season of snowfall, so conditions are usually reliable throughout. The Ski Juwel pass automatically covers all lifts in Wildschönau and Alpbachtal.
What is the skiing like in Niederau-Oberau?
Niederau-Oberau offers 113km of pistes with a vertical drop of 1,197m. Niederau's local Markbachjoch mountain provides a mix of steep, tree-lined red runs and fantastic dedicated beginner areas at the base. Intermediate cruisers can take the short ski bus to Auffach to access the wider Ski Juwel domain, which offers an abundance of wide, sweeping red and blue pistes on the Schatzberg. It forms part of the Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschönau, Tyrol ski area.
What makes Niederau-Oberau special?
Charming Tyrolean villages offering family-friendly skiing in the scenic Wildschönau valley. Niederau-Oberau is a traditional alpine village, known for its distinctive character and atmosphere. Key highlights include family friendly, beginners, intermediates, quiet village.
What are the snow conditions like in Niederau-Oberau?
Niederau-Oberau receives an average of 4.5m per season of snowfall. With skiing up to 2,025m, higher altitude terrain holds snow well into spring. Recent snowfall: Reliable mid-winter coverage supplemented by extensive snowmaking.
Is Niederau-Oberau good for families?
Niederau-Oberau is well-suited for several types of visitors. For families: Quiet villages with excellent ski schools and gentle nursery slopes. For beginners: Dedicated learner areas in both Niederau and Oberau away from fast traffic. For value seekers: More affordable accommodation and dining compared to mega-resorts.
How do you get to Niederau-Oberau?
The nearest airport is Innsbruck Airport (INN), about 75km away (approximately 1h 00min by transfer). Regular shuttle buses and private taxis are available from Innsbruck and Munich. Niederau-Oberau is also reachable by train via Wörgl Hbf. Excellent local ski bus network connects the valley, easily reached via train to Wörgl.
How much is a lift pass in Niederau-Oberau?
Lift passes in Niederau-Oberau are available as Adult Day Pass (EUR 62), Adult 6-Day Pass (EUR 320). Passes often cover the wider Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschönau, Tyrol area, giving access to a much larger ski domain. Purchase lift passes online in advance for early-bird discounts and to skip ticket queues.
Where are the best places to eat in Niederau-Oberau?
Standout dining in Niederau-Oberau includes Glennie's Resto (A lively spot for après-ski and hearty dinners right in the center of Niederau.), Norderbergalm (A cozy, traditional mountain hut serving excellent Tyrolean specialties with panoramic views.), Gasthof Kellerwirt (Fine local dining set in a stunning historic 12th-century building.). With 4 recommended restaurants in total, the resort offers an impressive dining scene for a ski destination.
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