Beginners will feel especially at home in our winter wonderland and on our practice lifts. Conveyor belts, drag lifts, and flat practice slopes help with those first steps in the snow.
The best ski areas for beginners in Oberstdorf & Kleinwalsertal
From a snow hater to a ski eagle, you'll become a true skier through practice and, more importantly, fun. Learning to ski isn't easy. But if you choose the right beginner ski area, learning success and snow enjoyment go hand in hand. The two-country ski region of the Oberstdorf Kleinwalsertal Bergbahnen is ideal for a ski holiday for beginners. On the border between Bavaria and Austria, seven peaks in the Allgäu Alps await beginners, returning skiers, and advanced skiers. Among the 130 kilometers of slopes, there are numerous easy ski areas with plenty of blue slopes and gentle descents, ideal for first attempts on skis. Numerous certified ski schools in and around Oberstdorf provide you with the necessary know-how and accompany you on your first descents with beginner-friendly ski courses.
Teenagers and adult ski beginners will especially enjoy the beginner slopes at Heuberg and Söllereck. Young ski beginners will learn the basics in a fun way at Burmis & Söllis Winter Worlds. Once they've mastered the basics and made their first turns at the Gaisbühl lift, they continue their practice on the Parsenn, and then move on to the Heuberg for the next challenge. Beginners who want to explore the Ski areas around Oberstdorf will find numerous blue slopes on the family-friendly Söllereck mountain.
Our interactive piste map provides an overview of all beginner ski areas and lifts in this ski region spanning two countries.
The best ski resorts for beginners in Oberstdorf & Kleinwalsertal
With a membership in our MyMountainClub and the corresponding club card, you can get to the slopes quickly: Simply purchase your desired ticket in the online shop, load it onto your club card, and go straight through the turnstile.
From a snow-hater to a ski eagle, practice makes perfect, and even more importantly: fun is key. Learning to ski isn't easy. But if you choose the right beginner ski area, learning success and enjoying the snow go hand in hand. The Oberstdorf Kleinwalsertal ski region, spanning two countries, is ideal for a beginner's ski vacation. On the border between Bavaria and Austria, seven peaks in the Allgäu Alps await beginners, returning skiers, and advanced skiers. Among the 130 kilometers of slopes are numerous easy ski areas with many blue runs and gentle descents, perfect for your first attempts on skis. Numerous certified ski schools in Oberstdorf and the Kleinwalsertal (https://www.ok-bergbahnen.com/aktiv-sport/skifahren/skischulen-skiverleih/) will provide you with the necessary expertise and accompany you on your first runs.
] ...| Söllereck | Heuberg&Parsenn | Ifen | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Description | Family mountain with many blue slopes & Söllereck's Winter World for children | Varied beginner slopes | Wide practice slopes & Burmi's Winter World for children |
| Altitude | 990-1,446 m above sea level | 1,110-1,380 m above sea level NN | 1,275-2,030 m above sea level NN |
| kilometers of slopes | 12km | 22.5km | 26km |
| Blue slopes | 8 blue slopes, 8 km | 8 blue slopes, 13.8 km | 4 blue slopes, 13 km |
| Lifts | 1 cable car, 1 chair lift & 5 drag lifts | 1 cable car, 2 chair lifts & 5 drag lifts, 1 conveyor belt | 2 Cable cars, 1 chairlift & 1 T-bar lift |
Our "interactive piste map": https://www.ok-bergbahnen.com/skigebiete/pistenplan-interaktiv/ gives you an overview of all beginner ski areas and lifts in the "Ski areas around Oberstdorf": https://www.ok-bergbahnen.com/aktiv-sport/skifahren/skigebiet-oberstdorf.
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With a membership in our MyMountainClub and the corresponding club card, you can quickly get on the slopes: Simply buy your desired ticket in the online shop, load it onto your club card and go straight through the turnstile.
Heuberg: Ski area for beginners with many blue slopes
The Heuberg ski area offers fantastic kilometers of slopes on blue runs for beginners and those returning to skiing. This ensures variety and an unforgettable ski vacation, even if the first challenge is getting the hang of skiing. From the Heuberg cable car's mountain station, a beginner-friendly slope leads all the way down to the valley. Take the Heuberg chairlift up to the summit at over 1,300 meters, enjoy the phenomenal view, and then ski down the Heuberg-Parsenn ski trail to the Gasthof Walserblick inn. There, Austrian specialties made with fresh, regional ingredients await newly minted ski enthusiasts. Refreshed, it's on to the snow-covered valley run: down the Parsenn slope and right back up again on the lift: Now that's what a perfect beginner's ski vacation looks like!
Söllereck: Easy ski area with slopes for beginners
The Söllereck ski area in Oberstdorf is a true winter wonderland for young beginners and their parents. The Söllereckbahn cable car takes you up to the mountain station at an altitude of 1,400 meters. This 10-person gondola lift transports skiers safely and comfortably directly from the parking lot to the top of the mountain. Sölli's Winter World at the mid-station offers a child-friendly introduction to skiing with its slalom course and magic carpets. Adults can also get started on the gentle, blue slopes of this family-friendly ski area and benefit from discounted day passes specifically for the Söllereck. And for those who don't feel ready for a full day on the slopes, we offer an attractive 3-hour pass.
Ifen: Beginner slopes & skiing fun for the little ones
In the Ifen ski area (see: /aktiv-sport/skifahren/skigebiete-kleinwalsertal/skigebiet-ifen.html), even beginners can experience the thrill of skiing. The Ifen I and II lifts whisk skiers and newcomers alike up to an altitude of over 2,000 meters. Only advanced skiers should attempt the black Olympic run. Instead, the easy Gottesacker and Küren ski slopes offer a unique beginner's experience, covering a total of 7 kilometers of pistes down to the valley station. There, the marmot mascot "Burmi" and his winter wonderland delight children with simple practice runs and magic carpets. Learning to ski couldn't be easier!
Tips for beginner skiers: Here's how to do it right!
You're standing at the foot of the mountain, the sun glistening on fresh powder snow, and today you're taking your first turns on skis. Sounds exciting? It is! With the right approach, your introduction to skiing will be an unforgettable experience:
- Book a ski school: Experienced ski instructors in Oberstdorf and Kleinwalsertal will playfully teach you the basics. Children learn in Burmi's and Sölli's Winter Worlds with magic carpets and colorful figures on gentle practice slopes.
- Rent ski equipment: Ski schools usually also rent out all the necessary equipment. This way, you can first get a feel for skiing and discover which type of equipment suits you before investing in skis, helmet, and other gear.
- Your path to your first run: Start on the magic carpet, practice the snowplow on gentle slopes, and then progress to the wide blue runs on the Heuberg or Söllereck.
Save with the beginner ski pass: Get a great start with the beginner's pass for the practice lifts in Kleinwalsertal or with the ski pass for Söllereck only.
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Ifen: Beginner slopes & skiing fun for little ones
For beginners, returning skiers, and recreational skiers looking to see and experience a lot in the ski resorts of Germany (Bavaria) and Austria, the Oberstdorf Kleinwalsertal mountain lifts are the perfect choice. We take you to the most beautiful peaks on the German-Austrian border in both summer and winter!* Skiers of all ages can enjoy the mountains and nature in our easy-to-use "family ski areas," thanks to perfectly groomed slopes for beginners and fast, comfortable lifts. Sustainability and environmental protection are our top priorities. Only by protecting our mountains and the plants and animals that inhabit them can we continue to enjoy this landscape for years to come. With the "MyMountainNature" initiative, we are committed to environmentally friendly measures in the Allgäu Alps. We establish protected zones for flora and fauna, prioritize regional suppliers and service providers, and utilize ecological construction methods, photovoltaic systems, and climate-friendly slope maintenance. If everyone does their part, we can achieve an environmentally friendly and sustainable skiing experience. So please pay attention to the signs in the blue-piste ski area and take your trash back down to the valley.
Whether you're a young child or a late starter: Our ski resorts in Austria near Germany (ski resorts) and in the Allgäu region offer plenty of easy slopes for skiing enjoyment right from the beginning. Children, teenagers, and adult beginners are guaranteed to feel at home in this two-country ski region. And if you're not quite ready for skiing (yet), you can also enjoy a relaxing toboggan run above Oberstdorf (tobogganing on the Nebelhorn). We look forward to your visit!
Our ski resorts in Austria near Germany (ski resorts) and the Allgäu region offer plenty of easy slopes for skiing enjoyment from the very beginning.
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