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Tyrol & Salzburg
VAYA ski holiday for beginners
Skiing can be a fantastic experience – especially for beginners who are looking for a gentle introduction. Tyrol and Salzburg offer numerous ski resorts that are specially designed for beginners. Combined with first-class VAYA hotels that offer comfort and wellness, a skiing holiday becomes an unforgettable experience.
Why are Tyrol and Salzburg ideal for beginner skiers?
Both regions are known for their well-groomed pistes, professional ski schools and warm hospitality. Ski resorts in Tyrol and Salzburg are characterised by a clear infrastructure and pistes that are specially designed for beginners.
- Safe practice slopes: Gentle descents provide the ideal learning curve.
- Experienced ski instructors: Local ski schools offer courses for beginners of all ages.
- VAYA Hotels nearby: Perfect retreats after an active day on the slopes.
Find your favourite ski resort now for your first turns in the snow.
Comfort
Comfort is super important when starting your skiing holiday. Thanks to the ideal location of our hotels, lugging heavy ski boots around is a thing of the past. Start your skiing day directly from the hotel and save your energy for the mountain.
Wellness
The first time on skis can be exhausting for unfamiliar muscle groups. End the day in our spas and give your muscles a break. Hot tip: Use the sauna in the evening to prevent sore muscles and don’t forget to drink enough.
Easy Slopes
Our ski areas include many blue pistes. These are ideal for beginners as they offer wide and gentle slopes. Insider tip: The most beautiful ski huts are usually located on the blue pistes.
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Best ski resorts for beginners in Tyrol
Fieberbrunn is a paradise for beginners with its wide pistes and experienced ski instructors from the local ski schools. The region also offers numerous blue pistes that are especially suitable for beginners. Fieberbrunn is also connected to Saalbach-Hinterglemm and therefore offers endless kilometres of pistes. So it’s also an ideal area for a mixed group – pros and beginners will get their money’s worth here.
Highlights:
- Wide, flat pistes.
- Beginner-friendly ski lifts.
- VAYA Fieberbrunn: Alpine charm in rooms, flats and chalets with first-class wellness facilities.
Kühtai, one of the highest ski resorts in Austria, impresses with its ski-in/ski-out location. The manageable pistes and pleasant atmosphere make it particularly beginner-friendly. What’s more, the sun shines particularly often in Kühtai.
Highlights:
- Direct access to the piste without long distances.
- Wide and well-prepared blue pistes.
- VAYA Kühtai: Comfortable hotel with wellness and culinary delights ensure relaxation after skiing.
Seefeld in Tyrol offers wide, perfectly groomed pistes that are ideal for beginners. With several ski schools and a relaxed atmosphere, this resort is perfect for anyone who wants to slowly get to grips with winter sports. In Seefeld, eyes start to light up away from the slopes too. The charming village close to Innsbruck offers numerous opportunities for activities. Insider tip: The Advent market is simply magical.
Highlights:
- Gentle practice slopes and professional ski instructors.
- A charming Alpine backdrop that invites you to relax.
- VAYA Seefeld: An elegant hotel with alpine flair in the centre with an exclusive spa and stylish rooms.
The region around Lake Achensee combines impressive nature and ski areas that are particularly suitable for beginners. Wide practice pistes and a stress-free atmosphere ensure that beginners feel right at home. And a winter walk around the lake brings active regeneration and puts a smile on your face.
Highlights:
- Clear pistes with plenty of space.
- A picturesque setting that also inspires off-piste.
- VAYA Achensee: A retreat with spacious rooms, a varied breakfast and wellness offers.
Nauders is an idyllic ski resort at the border triangle that appeals to beginners in particular with its peaceful atmosphere and perfectly groomed blue pistes. The wide, gentle slopes offer ideal conditions for perfecting your first turns.
Highlights:
- Wide, safe beginners’ pistes in the Bergkastel area.
- Excellent ski school for beginners and returners.
- VAYA Nauders: A stylish hotel with wellness area offering relaxation and comfort.
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Top ski resorts for beginners in Salzburg
Zell am See impresses with a perfect mix of easy and advanced pistes. Beginners will find ideal conditions here to make rapid progress while enjoying the impressive view of Lake Zell.
Highlights:
- Wide, well-prepared slopes for beginners.
- Professional ski courses for all skill levels.
- VAYA Zell am See: The house full of comfort with a ski school in the house and the mountain railway station right next door.
The Saalbach-Hinterglemm-Fieberbrunn ski circus is a hotspot for beginners who want to gain their first skiing experience on well-developed and easy slopes. The region scores with modern lifts and a wide range of ski schools as well as an extensive après-ski programme.
Highlights:
- Numerous blue pistes and practice slopes.
- Comfortable lifts and professional support.
- VAYA Post Saalbach: A stylish hotel with spa area in the centre of the village and right next to the cable car.
VAYA tips for ski beginners
- Start with a lesson: professional ski instructors will help you learn the right technique.
- Choose the right equipment: Lightweight skis and well-fitting ski boots are crucial. Our partner Intersport will be happy to help here, you will find the link to online ski hire in the booking confirmation.
- Plan breaks: Overexertion can make the learning process more difficult. Allow yourself time to recover.
- Relax your muscles: Give your muscles a break and relax in the spa to be fit again for the next day.
- Take advantage of local expertise: The staff at VAYA Hotels know the best tips on ski schools, equipment hire and the best beginner slopes.
Benefits
Why VAYA is ideal for beginners
VAYA Hotels offer everything beginner skiers need for an unforgettable holiday: Comfort, relaxation and practical solutions that make it easier to start skiing.
- Proximity to the ski area
Lugging heavy ski equipment? Not at VAYA! Start your skiing day directly from the hotel – no annoying commute, just pure piste fun! - Proximity to ski schools
Many VAYA hotels are located right next to first-class ski schools. The short distance makes it easy to attend courses and make progress – ideal for beginners. - Wellness to relax your muscles
Relaxation is important after the first day on the piste. The VAYA wellness areas with saunas, steam baths and massages loosen muscles and prevent sore muscles. - Half board for carefree catering
A hearty breakfast energises you for the day, while dinner with regional delicacies provides relaxation. Half-board leaves nothing to be desired. - Cosy rooms for regeneration
A warm wooden look, comfortable beds and high-quality furnishings make the rooms at VAYA real feel-good places – perfect for recharging your batteries after a day on the piste.
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