About Schladming

Regular host to world cup races, Schladming held its annual world cup slalom last year in March watched by nearly 40000. This year’s event will be held on the 23rd January so keep an eye out. The men's downhill run on the Planai and the women's downhill course on the Hauser Kaibling are excellent for the speed lover and recreational skier alike.

 Your instructors will happily advise on the suitability of these for your group. Usually after the first morning assessment and split.

 The most popular skiing is based around the 4 mountains closest to Schladming. These really do cater for all levels and abilities, from the novices on the nursery slopes of the Hochwurzen, through the intermediate on the tree lined pistes of Planai and Reiteralm, to the advanced mogul and powder bashers on the Hauser Kaibling mountain. There is also extensive skiing across the valley in the Ramsau region, which also provides easy access for the Dachstein Glacier and extensive cross-country skiing. Add half a dozen half-pipes and dedicated areas for the adventurous boarders and 5 other mountains to choose from little wonder Schladming is the ski paradise region!

Facts About Schladming:

Historical Facts:

1322 – First mentioned in town charter as mining village mining silver and iron
1525 – Town destroyed following peasants and miners revolution.
1530 – Bestowal of market rights
1908 – Foundation of Schladming Winter Sports Club.
1953 – First ski lift on Planai
1982 – Alpine Ski World Cup Championships at Schladming/Haus
1993 – Special Olympic Winter Games
1998 – New 4 Mountain linked lift system.
2001 – Ski Alliance created.