Where to go skiing with children at Easter 2026?
Easter is approaching and you're wondering where to go on your family vacation 2026? Discover why an Easter ski vacation in Saalbach Hinterglemm will be an unforgettable experience for the whole family in March and April 2026!
Skiing on family vacation at Easter
Skiing or beach holiday at Easter? Why choose when Austria offers both: sunshine on your face and snow under your skis. In the Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn, families can enjoy snow-sure slopes, sunny breaks on the terrace of a mountain hut and plenty of space for little skiers in March and April.
More than skiing at Easter with children
When the spring sun makes the snow-covered peaks of Saalbach Hinterglemm in the Salzburg region sparkle, a window opens to a very special experience: an Easter skiing holiday with the family. This time of year is an invitation to all families to enjoy the unique combination of relaxed fun on the slopes and the first warm rays of sunshine. So pack your skis and find out together what makes an Easter skiing holiday at the Unterschwarzachhof, right next to the slopes, so unique and worth experiencing.
Family moments in the snow: Easter on a skiing vacation
Snow at Easter? Of course! In the Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn, the slopes are perfectly groomed until mid-April thanks to altitudes of up to 2,100 metres and modern snow-making equipment. While the children conquer the slopes or challenge the Easter Bunny to an egg tapping contest, parents can enjoy the first warm rays of sunshine – or pure relaxation in the Alpine Spa. We have summarised the best reasons why a family skiing holiday at Easter at the Unterschwarzachhof is the right choice:
Guaranteed snow meets spring sunshine
Despite the spring-like temperatures in March and April, winter remains firmly in place in the Saalbach Hinterglemm ski resort in the Salzburg region: the altitude and advanced snow-making facilities ensure perfect slope conditions. Over 270 kilometres of slopes, including around 140 km of blue slopes, accompanied by a strong infrastructure of ski schools and ski rentals, make the Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn a real family paradise during the Easter holidays.
And best of all: at the Unterschwarzachhof family hotel, you can start your skiing fun right outside the front door. Ski in & ski out for the whole family.
Skiing in the sun is pure joy
Snow meets sun – our favourite place in Saalbach Hinterglemm. Warm rays of sunshine on your nose, the children whizzing down the practice slope right in front of our hotel, laughing, while you relax in a deckchair at Der Schwarzacher and enjoy a drink – what more could you want?
Spring is the best time for a family skiing holiday: empty slopes, grippy firn snow and sun skiing at its finest. Our tip: Early Bird skiing starts at 8 a.m. in the Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm on almost empty slopes with perfect conditions.
Particularly favorable offers
Anyone planning a skiing holiday with their family in Saalbach Hinterglemm over Easter can enjoy some particularly attractive offers. At the Unterschwarzachhof, children up to the age of 12 stay free of charge in their parents' room or suite with the Easter Bunny Bonus package, and the Saalbach mountain railways also offer a free ski pass for children with the Easter Bonus under certain conditions! Ideal for skiing at Easter with children in 2026.
Colorful Easter customs - from egg hunts to the "Gebildebrot" bread
Traditional Easter celebrations and Alpine hospitality merge into a unique cultural experience on a ski vacation at Easter, which enriches the family vacation - from the traditional palm bushes that are tied for the palm consecration, to the nest search and egg pecking with the self-dyed, colorful Easter eggs.
Easter bunny, lambs & co
In the petting zoo at the mini farm of the 4*S Hotel Unterschwarzachhof, cuddly companions are waiting to be stroked. Whether alpaca, pony, goat or sheep - young guests in particular will enjoy the many farm animals on their Easter vacation.
Children's program & club for teens
For the kids - whether toddler, schoolchild or teenager - there is a wide range of activities on offer at the 4* Superior family hotel at Easter. The kids' club also offers daily childcare in March and April - until 10:00 pm. Indoors, children can do arts and crafts, play and romp in the ball pool - and outdoors, a real winter paradise awaits them.
Wellness offers for relaxation
To guarantee a relaxing Easter vacation for all family members, the Unterschwarzachhof's Alpen Spa offers an extensive range of wellness facilities with indoor and outdoor pools and saunas for pure relaxation - whatever the weather.
A family nest in the snow
Easter at the 4* superior family hotel Unterschwarzachhof
Why should our hotel be the centerpiece of your Easter adventure? It's quite simple:
- Family-friendly suites: Spacious, comfortable and with a touch of luxury - our accommodation is tailored to the needs of families.
- Wellness for the parents, adventure for the kids: While the parents relax in our spa area, exciting activities and childcare await the children - boredom is a thing of the past!
- Daily childcare & mini farm: A varied offer for children during the Easter vacations ensures unique vacation experiences.
- Right on the slopes: Strap on your skis right outside the front door and let the adventure begin. And the children's ski school is right outside the hotel.
- Unique offers: special offers for families at the end of the season.
Glacier bliss included
One ski pass, three ski areas and 408 kilometres of slopes – sounds like XXL fun for the whole family, right? With the Ski ALPIN CARD for the Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn, the gates to the Schmittenhöhe in Zell am See and the Kitzsteinhorn glacier ski area in Kaprun are also open. So if you're looking for even more snow, you can experience the real glacier feeling with guaranteed snow using the same ski pass for the Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm.
FAQ - Frequently asked questions
for a skiing vacation with the family at Easter
Which ski resort offers ideal skiing conditions in March in Austria?
Without a doubt: the Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn ski circus. Thanks to state-of-the-art snow-making equipment and high altitudes, snow is guaranteed to remain under your skis until Easter. And the best thing for our guests: the valley run No. 10 at the Unterschwarzachbahn (A9) leads practically to the hotel door and is still in excellent condition even at Easter. Ski-in & ski-out with guaranteed snow!
What are the weather conditions like at Easter in Saalbach Hinterglemm?
In March and April, the Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn ski circuit enjoys an average of over 6 hours of sunshine per day. While spring is already in the air down in the valley, many of the 270 kilometres of slopes on the mountain – including numerous family-friendly blue runs – are still in perfect condition.
How snow-sure is the ski resort at Easter?
During the Easter period, the Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn ski circus shows itself at its best: snow is guaranteed in the ‘most relaxed ski resort in the Alps’ thanks to state-of-the-art snow-making equipment and large reservoirs – on around 90% of all slopes. This means that skiing fun is guaranteed right through to Easter.
Are there any special family offers or free ski passes at Easter in Saalbach Hinterglemm?
Yes! At the 4*S Unterschwarzachhof, families can take advantage of our Easter Bunny Bonus Package, which allows children to stay in their parents' room at a special discount – or even for free. In addition, there is the Easter bonus from the mountain railways: from 28 March to 6 April 2026, children born in 2010 or later receive a free ski pass if at least one parent purchases a ski pass for 4 days or more at the same time. Important: The Easter bonus is only available when purchasing directly at the cable car ticket offices.
Are there specific suites and rooms for families with children?
Most of the rooms and suites in the Hotel Unterschwarzachhof have been specifically designed for families – spacious and in part with separate bedrooms (more about family suites and rooms).
What does the all-inclusive offer for children include?
Children’s prices include all the Unterschwarzachhof inclusive services, a supervised children’s dining table and a selection of non-alcoholic drinks between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Are infant and baby facilities available?
As a family hotel we offer free infant and baby facilities and plenty of inclusive services (see inclusive services for details).
Is there a ski school for children and adults?
There is a practice area with ski kindergarten and ‘Clown World’ at Snow & Fun ski school right in front of the hotel, which provides professional children's ski courses and various courses for every age and ability.
What piste is Der Unterschwarzachhof located at?
Der Unterschwarzachhof is located in Saalbach Hinterglemm in the town of Hinterglemm, right on piste no. 10, next to the valley station for the Unterschwarzachbahn (A9) and the fun park lift (A8) with night park, floodlit piste and tubing route.
Where is the closest children's ski school?
The Snow & Fun ski school with its children’s area and the ski school meeting point is right next to the hotel.