Winter on the Turracher Höhe
Ski slopes, stone pine forests and Lake Turrach: explore the high plateau between Carinthia and Styria.
Where is the Turracher Höhe?
The Turracher Höhe is a high plateau at 1,763 m, right on the border between Carinthia and Styria, in the heart of the Nockberge mountains. Stone pine forests surround the village and Lake Turrach.
The village is at slope level. The road climbs up from Predlitz in the north and Ebene Reichenau in the south.
How big is the ski area?
- around 43 kilometres of slopes
- 1,400 to 2,205 metres elevation
- 15 cable cars and ski lifts
- 100% snowmaking coverage
- mostly easy and intermediate, with only three black runs
Skiing with the family
The mostly easy and intermediate slopes offer options for beginners and family ski days. Fun Mountain has a dedicated Kidsslope.
The ski school and ski hire are right next to our hotel. Find out more on our Winter & location page.
There is more to the mountain than skiing
- Nocky Flitzer: the winter toboggan ride with panoramic views
- Fun Mountain: snow park, fun park, XXL Funslope, Kidsslope and Funcross
- Cross-country skiing on high-altitude trails with two sets of tracks
- Winter walks and snowshoeing through stone pine forests and alongside frozen mountain lakes
- The 12 km ski circuit around Lake Turrach, reaching an altitude of 2,020 m
- Pistenbutler: mountain service, included in the activity programme for our guests
Source for activities: Turracher Höhe tourist board.
How long does it take to reach the Turracher Höhe?
| From | Distance | Journey time (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Klagenfurt | 61 km | 55 minutes |
| Salzburg | 152 km | just under 2 hours |
| Graz | 174 km | just over 2 hours |
| Munich | 285 km | 3 hours |
| Vienna | 292 km | 3 ¼ hours |
| Brno | 422 km | 4 ½ hours |
| Prague | 474 km | 5 ½ hours |
Arrive by car via the B95. From the north, drive up via Predlitz; from the south, via Ebene Reichenau. From Munich and Salzburg, take the A10 and exit at St. Michael im Lungau. The nearest motorway junction is around 50 kilometres away.
The final stretch is a steep mountain road, so please bring winter equipment and allow extra time in snowy conditions. Our hotel is right beside the slopes, 50 metres from the lift.
Frequently asked questions about Turracher Höhe
Where is the Turracher Höhe?
On a high plateau at 1,763 m, on the border between Carinthia and Styria in the Nockberge mountains.
What is the altitude of the slopes and is there snowmaking?
The slopes lie at 1,400 to 2,205 metres. The area has 100% snowmaking coverage.
How many kilometres of slopes does the Turracher Höhe have?
The area has around 43 kilometres of slopes and 15 cable cars and ski lifts.
Is the Turracher Höhe suitable for beginners?
The slopes are mostly easy and intermediate, with only three black runs. Fun Mountain also has a Kidsslope.
Is the Turracher Höhe a good choice for families?
Fun Mountain has a Kidsslope. The ski school and ski hire are right next to our hotel.
How do I get to the Turracher Höhe?
By car via the B95: around 55 minutes from Klagenfurt, just over two hours from Graz, just over three from Vienna and around three from Munich.
When is Schlosshotel Seewirt open in winter?
Our winter season runs from 3 December 2026 to 4 April 2027.
The region in summer
Lakes, hiking trails and places to visit on Turracher Höhe. Our hotel is closed in summer; these pages introduce the wider region.
Your winter at Seewirt
Right by the slopes, 50 metres to the lift
We reply personally, usually within 24 hours. Your contact: Melanie Weinberger.