No. 03 55 m²
Winter in Ramsau am Dachstein
Ski holiday in Ramsau am Dachstein
In short
Waldrand Apartments in Ramsau am Dachstein are about 9 min by car from the family-friendly Rittisberg ski area. Reiteralm is around 15 min, Planai 16 min and Hochwurzen 19 min away by car; all four ski areas are part of Ski amadé.
- Rittisberg
- 4.6 km, approx. 9 min
- Reiteralm
- 8.6 km, approx. 15 min
- Planai
- 9 km, approx. 16 min
- Four-mountain circuit
- 123 km of interconnected pistes
- Accommodation
- 12 apartments, garage space included
Where to stay for skiing in Ramsau-Vorberg
Waldrand Apartments is in Vorberg on the Ramsau plateau. Rittisberg is within Ramsau itself, while the larger ski areas are down in the Enns valley at Pichl, Schladming and Rohrmoos. There is no downhill piste directly outside the apartments.
After skiing, guests can use the Finnish sauna, relaxation room and gym in the building. Each apartment also includes a garage parking space.
Ski areas and bus stop from Waldrand Apartments
Distances from Vorberg 11. Estimated driving times do not account for snowfall, icy roads or peak winter traffic; allow extra time.
| Destination | Distance | by car | on foot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rittisberg lift valley station | 4.6 km | 9 min | – |
| Reiteralm Silver Jet valley station (Pichl) | 8.6 km | 15 min | – |
| Planai gondola valley station, Schladming | 9 km | 16 min | – |
| Hochwurzen gondola valley station (Rohrmoos) | 12.2 km | 19 min | – |
| Dachstein Glacier cable car valley station (Türlwand) | 11 km | 18 min | – |
| Bus stop Ramsau Vorberg Wegkreuz | 760 m | 2 min | 10 min |
Road or path distance. Driving times without traffic or winter conditions.
Which ski area should you choose in Ramsau?
Four places to start a day on the slopes, depending on your experience and plans. Driving estimates are from the apartments.
| Ski area | Drive from the house | Best suited to |
|---|---|---|
| Rittisberg, Ramsau | approx. 9 min | Nursery slopes, children’s lifts and runs of varying difficulty |
| Reiteralm, Pichl | approx. 15 min | Wide pistes and access to the four-mountain ski circuit |
| Planai, Schladming | approx. 16 min | Varied downhill runs, a children’s area and fun slopes |
| Hochwurzen, Rohrmoos | approx. 19 min | Downhill skiing and floodlit evening sessions on selected dates |
Rittisberg: skiing with children and beginners
Rittisberg is the family ski area in Ramsau am Dachstein. Its main lift is 4.6 km from Waldrand Apartments and combines six-seater chairlifts with ten-person gondola cabins.
According to the lift operator, the area has 11 km of blue, 8 km of red and 1 km of black pistes. Children can start at Kaliland on magic carpets and progress to the Zauberlift, Bergkristalllift and Drachenlifte. The fairy-tale descent has storybook figures along the way. Not every run is a beginner slope, so start in the designated learning areas.
Planning a family ski day on Rittisberg
Choose the teaching area to suit each skier’s ability, rather than simply their age.
- Kaliland: magic carpets and space to practise stopping and turning, with lessons from Skischule Ramsau.
- Zauberlift: an easy adventure slope with gentle rollers and a timed slalom.
- Bergkristalllift and Drachenlifte: practice runs with themed features and children’s activities.
- Märchenabfahrt (fairy-tale run): a longer descent from the mountain, best checked against the piste map before setting off with young skiers.
Planai, Reiteralm and Hochwurzen: the four-mountain ski circuit
Hauser Kaibling, Planai, Hochwurzen and Reiteralm form one interconnected ski circuit with 123 km of pistes. You can join the network at Reiteralm, Planai or Hochwurzen and ski between mountains. The 222 km quoted for the wider Schladming-Dachstein region are not all linked into this one circuit.
From Vorberg, allow approximately 15 min to the Reiteralm Silver Jet, 16 min to the Planai valley station and 19 min to the Hochwurzen gondola. Your best starting point depends on the runs you want to ski that day.
Ski amadé passes: what do they cover?
Rittisberg and the four-mountain circuit belong to Ski amadé, a wider lift-pass network with 760 km of pistes and 270 lifts across five regions. These figures apply to the entire network, not to Ramsau alone.
Standard multi-day Ski amadé passes cover the whole network. A regular one-day pass is regional; for Ramsau and the four-mountain circuit this is the Schladming-Dachstein region. Check the specific ticket conditions before paying, particularly for special offers.
Ski schools and ski hire in Ramsau
Lessons are available at Rittisberg, with hire options elsewhere in Ramsau. Please contact each provider for availability, lesson arrangements and current prices.
| Provider | Location | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Skischule Ramsau | Schildlehen, Kaliland near Sport Ski Willy | Downhill lessons for children and other age groups |
| WM-Skischule Royer | Leiten, Bergkristall lift | Ski lessons for children and adults |
| Pitzer, private ski and cross-country school | Ramsau | Private lessons, equipment hire through Sport Pitzer |
| Sport Ski Willy | Schildlehen | Ski and snowboard hire |
| Sport Steiner | Kulm | Ski and snowboard hire |
| Intersport Bachler | Ramsau village | Ski and snowboard hire |
Getting to the slopes by ski bus or car
The nearest recorded bus stop is Ramsau Vorberg Wegkreuz, 760 m from the house, approximately 10 min on foot. Check the timetable for your travel day: a direct ski bus connection from this particular stop has not been confirmed.
The Rittisberg operator states that RVB ski buses are free with a valid ski pass, except for groups and school groups. However, the ski bus timetable currently published by Rittisberg is for 2025/26. Check the routes, stops and timetable for winter 2026/27 before relying on a bus connection.
Dachstein Glacier: touring and freeriding rather than piste skiing
The Dachstein Glacier cable car valley station is 11 km from the apartments, around 18 min by car. Winter activities there focus on ski touring, freeriding and cross-country skiing. For a conventional day on groomed downhill runs, choose Rittisberg or the four-mountain circuit instead.
For winter 2026/27 the operator lists daily cable car operation from 25 December 2026 to 11 January 2027, followed by Wednesday-to-Monday operation from 12 January to 29 March 2027, with Tuesdays closed. Operations remain weather-dependent. Freeride routes call for avalanche checks, proper equipment and relevant mountain experience.
Add a cross-country day to your ski holiday
For a day away from the ski lifts, a cross-country trail runs about 30 m from the entrance, across the meadow in front of the building. Whether that section has been groomed depends on snow cover and the current trail report.
Our dedicated cross-country guide covers local loops, classic and skating tracks, trail passes, lessons and equipment hire. When conditions allow, you can start this part of your winter holiday without driving to a trailhead.
Cross-country skiing from the houseApartments for families and ski groups
Stieglitz 3 (55 m²) sleeps up to 4. Buntspecht 1 (96 m²) has 2 bedrooms and accommodates up to 6. Zaunkönig 9 includes a private sauna, while Falke 13 is the penthouse apartment. All bookings are handled exclusively by myNests.
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No. 01 96 m²
No. 09 88 m²
No. 13 130 m²
Check which lifts and pistes are open
The official interactive piste map shows the lift and slope status for the region. Snow conditions can change quickly, particularly at the beginning and end of the season.
The Ramsau WinterCard is not the summer guest card
The Schladming-Dachstein Card is for summer stays, not winter ski holidays. The separate Ramsau WinterCard offers discounts on RVB buses, cross-country trail passes and the Dachstein Bad, among other benefits. It is not a downhill ski pass. The documented discounts relate to 2025/26; check the conditions for winter 2026/27.
Plan the rest of your stay
Winter in Ramsau
Tobogganing, winter walks and activities away from the pistes.
Cross-country skiing in Ramsau
The trail by the house, local loops, lessons and trail passes.
Location and getting here
Vorberg 11, bus connections and travel by rail or car.
All 12 apartments
Floor plans, guest capacities, facilities and links to book with myNests.
Frequently asked questions
What is the closest ski area to Waldrand Apartments?
Rittisberg is 4.6 km from the house, about 9 min by car. The apartments are not ski-in, ski-out accommodation for downhill skiing.
Is Rittisberg suitable for children learning to ski?
Yes. Rittisberg has Kaliland, magic carpets and dedicated children’s lifts and practice slopes. More confident skiers can also use the red and black runs.
How far are Planai and Reiteralm from Ramsau?
From Waldrand Apartments the drive is approximately 16 min to Planai and 15 min to the Reiteralm Silver Jet. Allow longer in heavy snow or traffic.
Can I use a Ski amadé pass at Rittisberg?
Yes. Rittisberg is part of Ski amadé. Multi-day passes cover the wider network; for a one-day pass check the exact regional validity of your ticket.
Can I catch a ski bus at Waldrand Apartments?
The nearest mapped stop, Ramsau Vorberg Wegkreuz, is 760 m away, approximately 10 min on foot. Its ski bus service and connections for winter 2026/27 have not yet been confirmed.
Where can I hire skis or book lessons in Ramsau?
Sport Ski Willy, Sport Steiner and Intersport Bachler offer ski hire in Ramsau. Lessons are available from Skischule Ramsau, WM-Skischule Royer and Pitzer.
Is the Dachstein Glacier a normal downhill ski resort?
The Dachstein Glacier is mainly used for ski touring, freeriding and cross-country skiing in winter. Rittisberg, Reiteralm, Planai and Hochwurzen are better choices for a day on groomed downhill pistes.
Are ski passes, the WinterCard and parking included?
A garage space is included with each apartment. A ski pass is not listed as included. The Ramsau WinterCard brings winter discounts on buses, the trail pass and the Dachstein Bad, but it is not a ski pass.
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