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Resort: Zauchensee
Country: Austria
Domain: Ski Amade, Ski Welt
Author: skizauchensee.com
Date: Now
Our holiday: I am an English ski instructor and I have taught in many countries but this area captured my heart and this is where I chose to make my home. I am not trying to turn the area in to a British ski area but I am asking the Brits to experience something they may have been missing out on for a long time........ but sshhhh.....don’t tell everyone!
Basics : Zauchensee is a snowball´s throw from Salzburg airport (1 hour transfer). It is a small village with a big heart and a very big passion for snow sports. This area, little known by the British, is the jewel in the Salzburgerland Sportwelt’s crown and yet most people have never heard of it.
Lift system : Zauchensee and the surrounding areas operate a very modern lift system with no less than 6 being changed for the 2010 season. Generally speaking they are mostly all fast and efficient with some of the lifts operating from shopping/eating style arenas. Links to the huge ski are very good indeed. Should you want to get to some of the other areas using an alternative to skiing there, then you can always get one of the readily available free buses. You may find a T-Bar lift but they are very rare these days.
The terrain : Zauchensee is host to the FIS world cup downhill and home to the 4 times downhill world champion Michael Walchhofer. There is a superb range of pistes to cater for all types of ability. We also have “The Garden” which is a secret off piste heaven. A trip over one mountain takes you to the Absolut Park (Atomic Park) a playground for people who enjoy some of the best competitions and the best park riding. It is no surprise or coincidence that Altenmarkt - Zauchensee is home to Atomic Ski factory and training ground for the Austrian ski and snowboard teams. As previously mentioned all abilities of snow sport fans are catered for.
The snow : Due to its fortunate geographical location and altitude the snow conditions are some of the best in country and Zauchensee is classed as a “Snow Sure” area. The season starts from mid to late November through to May. The preparation of the pistes are as you would expect and generally speaking snow cannons are usually used and the beginning and at the end of the season.
Off-piste : Off Piste is not a well advertised subject due to the fact that the locals are very keen to preserve the natural surroundings, however, a little bit of good information can take you into hidden areas that Off-Piste dreams and videos are made of.
The resort : Zauchensee is a small village with a big heart. It combines modern facilities with a very traditional feeling. It has a very chocolate box feel with Austrian friendliness all around.
Food : Dining out in the friendly and traditional bars and restaurants is no more expensive than prices in the UK and in lots of cases a lot cheaper making the après ski even more enjoyable. Whilst après ski is a tradition, peacefulness is also a requirement. Guests can party in the night bars but are never heard in the village. Accommodation here is also inexpensive. You can easily expect to pay 30€ (or less) per person per night. Zauchensee can be one of the cheapest places to ski/board, stay, eat, sleep and drink in Europe with the world class slopes thrown in too. For local traditional drinks and meals, it has to be the Felser Hutte or the Garnhof Alm. For eating on the mountain it would have to be the Gamskogel Hutte on the World Cup run.
Accommodation : Apartment Strims is a beautiful, traditionally-built chalet in the idyllic World Cup Skiing town of Zauchensee. Inside, there are 6 self contained apartments, all different shapes and sizes and each sleeping between 2 to 7 people - or you can take all 29 beds if you want!
The house has a very warm and friendly feel with plenty of Alpine character and it just what you would expect when you walk through the traditional front door. All the apartments have their own personality and character too. All beautifully maintained and with everything you need for the perfect self-catering holiday. Strims is a beautiful chalet, situated on the south west side of the Zauchensee valley, surrounded by woodland, just 5 minutes walk (300m) to the village centre and the ski lifts, sitting peacefully on the mountainside. From the back of the house, you've got a choice of walking trails up through the mountains that can be enjoyed in summer and winter. The house is directly opposite the main ski slope and the town's small lake. And if you want to explore the region further, it's just a 2 minute walk to the free bus which gives you easy access to the nearest town, Altenmarkt, with its wide range of shops, facilities and other amazing ski areas nearby. Apartment Strims offers you all the freedom of a self-catering holiday and the hosts are always on hand to help you make the most of your trip - everything from ski-guiding to restaurant recommendations. Strims is perfect for families, groups of friends or couples.
Costs: Accommodation is from about 26€ per person per night for self catering but obviously this is dependant on the time of year and usually on a minimum occupancy. There is also a 1.10€ a night tourist tax and a week end cleaning charge for an apartment, but this is usually not very much.
Conclusion: To sum it up an apartment house in Zauchensee, Austria offers you all the freedom of a self catering holiday, in a ski beautiful ski village with fantastic skiing and snowboarding that is close to Salzburg airport. Zauchensee is perfect for families, groups of friends or couples. This area, little known by the British but is the jewel in the Salzburgerland Sportwelt’s crown and yet most people in the UK have never heard of it. One other thing.... if your skis were ATOMIC’s they would want to go home!
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