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Upper Austria's largest Winter sporting area draws the ski fanatics to Salzkammergut. With 140 kilometres of the best prepared slopes, the Dach-stein-West ski resort inspires skiers all around Gosau, Rußbach, Zwiese-lalm and Annaberg. At the very heart of Salzkammergut, an extensive world of winter sports is developing.

The soft, snow-covered peaks of the Böhmerwald form the backdrop to the Hochficht ski resort in Mühlviertel, right on the borders with the Czech Re-public and Bavaria. Hochficht has FIS-pistes, used during the European Cup, which also cater for family-oriented skiing.

The Styrian Salzkammergut region is located in Upper Austria in the Salzburg province and commonly known as the Lake Distict of Austria.

The nearest international airport to the resort are Graz (240km) and Salzburg only (51km).

Ryanair fly into Salzburg and Graz.

There is great local nightlife with the 'Salzhaus' nightclub with separate bar and pizzeria.  The 'Village Pub' has a relaxed atmosphere and popular with tourists.

Activities include, a bowling alley, dart machines and pool tables.

Sightseeing trips are also available as well as the use of the natural spa baths and spa treatments.