The Heiligenblut ski resort is safely nestled in a valley, located in the heart of the Hohe Tauern National Park in Austria. Village is Carinthia's highest ski resort, situated at the foot of Austria's highest mountain, Grossglockner, offering stunning views of it.
Heiligenblut ski resort
Heligenblut Grossglockner ski area reaches up to nearly 2.900m with 1,700m of vertical elevation and offers 55km of slopes with splendid views. There is easy access to the ski area via a two-stage gondola lift from the village.
The pistes are mostly laid out on the slopes of three peaks: the Hochtor, Schareck and Giadtroghohe. In general, they are suitable for intermediates and they are rather long run, thanks to elevations of up to 1,700 m. Only in Fallbichl are the runs mostly black (Fallbichlabfahrt / nr1), uneven and dangerous. They can be reached from Mt. Schareck. The blue slopes of Tauern and Fleiss are wide and picturesque, to say the least. As compared to the statistics, the actual ski area in Heiligenblut is much larger, due to the landscape features and piste lengths.
Beginners will want to stay in the village, where two gentle learning areas can be found. Children will have a warm welcome at the Snowland Club or Bobo Kid’s Club
There are 12 mountain restaurants, one per 5 km of piste. Some distance from the Viehbuhel blue slope, Wallackhaus is located, which is an elite spot with excellent cuisine. Cosy Spatzalm with a sun terrace, as well as Schareck will impress you with their stunning views. Schistadl Tauernberg, with a huge panoramic view, will perfectly show off the local atmosphere, while Fleissalm offers Carinthian cuisine. The Skischmankerln bar at the Rossbach central station is always crowded and lively.
Heiligenblut off-piste
The vast area surrounding the Grossglockner is divided into six Freeride Sectors – ranging from Sector A (Schareck) to Sector F (valley runs). This allows experienced off-piste skiers to put together their own tailor-made itinerary. Freeride Sectors are not secured, maintained or marked, but entirely natural runs – usually covered in the most fantastic powder snow. At the Freeride Checkpoint, you can test your avalanche transceiver and gain valuable information about avalanche risk, open or shut-off runs, as well as current and forecast weather conditions – all free of charge.
Fleissalm Descent - Starting from the Schareck summit (2,604 meters), this descent leads towards the Fleissalm area. It’s a long and varied route offering both open sections and steeper parts, making it ideal for skiers looking for a mix of technical challenges and freeride fun. Lower Descent, Fallbichl: A more accessible off-piste route, Fallbichl features a descent through rolling powder fields and sparsely wooded areas. It's a great option for skiers looking for something challenging but not overly extreme.
Hochtor North Face - This route is for advanced skiers, offering a challenging descent from the Schareck peak down the Hochtor north face. It features steep sections and requires careful route planning due to avalanche risk, but the rewards are unmatched powder and dramatic mountain scenery.