Cross-Country Skiing on Turracher Höhe

Current Trail Information from the Nockberge Mountains

Turracher Höhe is one of the most beautiful places for cross-country skiing in the Nockberge mountains. Surrounded by a stunning winter landscape, the trails offer a perfect addition to the alpine skiing and snowboarding experience.

Whether you are looking for a sporting challenge or a relaxed outing in nature – the cross-country trails on Turracher Höhe lead through snow-covered Swiss stone pine forests and the breathtaking alpine scenery between Carinthia and Styria, offering a peaceful and enjoyable way to experience winter.

End of Season Notice

As of April 8, 2026, cross-country skiing operations on the Turracher Höhe have ended for this season.
We would like to thank all our guests for their visit and look forward to welcoming you again next winter season.

Current Trail Status 

Open

  • Weitental Trail – challenging, 7.2 km
    Skating & classic style
  • Hochmoor Trail – easy, 3.7 km
    Skating & classic style

Closed

  • Sonnen Trail – easy, 5.5 km
    Skating & classic style
  • Turracher See Trail – easy, 1.8 km
    Skating & classic style

Please Respect Other Trail Users

Some sections of the trails run along paths that are also used by winter hikers.
We kindly ask all guests to be considerate of one another, so everyone can enjoy the winter landscape safely and peacefully.

Access to the Trails

Day ticket: € 6

Convenient access via the Wildkopfbahn cable car (ascent only).
Return to the valley via the ski trail at Hüttenplatzerl.

Cross-Country Lessons & Equipment

Once the trails are open, the ski schools and sports shops on Turracher Höhe offer:

  • Cross-country lessons for beginners and advanced skiers
  • Technique courses for skating and classic style
  • Rental and sale of cross-country skiing equipment

Up-to-Date Information

We continuously keep you informed about the current cross-country skiing conditions on Turracher Höhe.

Turracher Höhe

Cross-Country Trails

Skating & Classic Style

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The Turracher Höhe: A Winter Paradise

Winter Hiking, Snowshoeing, and Ski Touring

A winter vacation at Turracher Höhe means one thing above all: variety. The idyllic winter landscape, combined with this diversity of winter sports options, makes the Nockberge region so special.

For sports enthusiasts, the Turracher Höhe offers a wide range of activities. In addition to snowshoeing and winter hiking, the ski touring route along the Kornock slope is a true highlight. This tour takes you from the Kornock valley station along the Kornock slope to the mountain station and offers a fantastic way to actively enjoy the snow-covered mountain landscape.

Details about the ski touring route:

  • Distance: 2.69 km
  • Elevation gain: 399 m ascent
  • Duration: approx. 1:30 hours
  • Difficulty level: easy
  • Availability: Every Thursday from 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM along the Kornock slope (No. 1).

Important note: Outside of this designated route, ski touring on the slopes of the Turracher Höhe ski area is prohibited.

For those who want to experience the magic of winter on the Turracher Höhe in a more relaxed way, we invite you to take romantic winter hikes or snowshoe tours. Discover snow-covered pine forests, stroll across alpine meadows, and wander along frozen mountain lakes.

Winter Walking Routes

across the Nockberge Mountains