Two children holding hands and running through a mountain trail near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo
Group of people skiing on snowy slope near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Sports & Activities

Summer and winter sports at Katschberg

With over 70 km of ski slopes beginning right by the hotel and best of all a ski school and ski hire right in the hotel, Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo is a winter sports paradise. In summer, swap your skis for your walking boots or your bike and off you go. It's all around you: one of Europe's largest and finest open-air fitness suites.

Summer at Katschberg

  • 200 km of marked trails
  • Walking, climbing, cycling
  • Golf, riding
  • Largest high ropes course in Austria
  • Alpine horse centre
  • Adventure playground Katschhausen
  • Outdoor sports facilities
  • Funcourt with ball game field, monkey bars and much more
  • E-mountain bike rental for adults

ACTIVITIES AT KATCHBERG IN SUMMER

Top view of tennis player serving on a clay court near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Sports Facilities

  • Summer

During summer, our hotel offers outdoor sports courts for tennis, volleyball, and football. The courts can be reserved directly at the hotel, allowing you to fully enjoy your sporting activities. Perfect for a match with friends or family during your stay.

Aerial view of a golf course with sand traps, and a path near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Golf

  • Summer

The Golf Club Lungau is only 7 km away. The 18-hole course is nestled in the beautiful countryside and offers varied practice facilities and the charming 9-hole par 3 course to create space for beginners and consistent players.

Two people hiking in a dense forest with tall trees and using walking sticks near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Nordic walking/Mountain Running

  • Summer

At an altitude of 1,650 m, mountain running and Nordic walking routes meander along the Katschberg mountain. Ideal for high altitude training.

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Mountain bikes on rocky ground with forested mountains in the background near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

(E-)bike tours

  • Summer

With an e-bike rental, you only need to decide which route you want to take to explore the Katschberg region. Various bike rental stores are located in the Lieser-Maltatal area. From June bike rental direct at the hotel (for a fee).  

Two people wearing helmets riding Segway's on a path outdoors near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Segway tours

  • Summer

Katschberg Segway tours are great fun – including the thrill of mastering forest paths at 20 km/h. From 12 years of age upwards – Booking at the Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo; 38.00 per person per hour and 20% discount with the LungauCard.

Two people by a mountain pond near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Hiking buses

  • Summer

Thanks to the new free bus connections, guests can now conveniently reach all the popular destinations in the region without needing their own car. Whether it's hiking in the Maltatal, taking the summer cable car to Katschberg, visiting the Baby Village Trebesing, exploring exhibitions in Gmünd, or enjoying an active day in Innerkrems – the new bus routes make it possible to fully enjoy the region.

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WINTER AT KATSCHBERG

  • Fun & Action between 1,640 and 2,220 meters above sea level
  • 100% of the pistes have the latest snowmaking equipment
  • Most of the ski runs (about 40 km) are intermediate slopes; there are easy slopes for beginners (about 10 km). Advanced skiers and boarders will find their challenge on the 10 km of black slopes. 
  • Katschi’s children world is an exclusive fun park for kids
  • Ski and snowboard lessons for children, perfection courses for adults and guided ski tours in our own snow sport school
  • Ice rink in front of the hotel, usage depending on the weather conditions, ice skates available at the ski rental
To the ski school

ACTIVITIES AT KATCHBERG IN WINTER

Child snowboarding on a slope near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Ski rental direct in the hotel

  • Winter

The Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo now offers even more comfort and service. With our in-house ski rental, you can borrow your equipment directly at the hotel. We have introduced top brand products for your winter fun: Rossignol (hero-elite), Head (i Magnum) and Nordica (Spitfire Pro).

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People on a horse-drawn sleigh ride through a snowy landscape near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Horse-drawn sleigh & carriage ride

  • Winter

The horse-drawn sleigh or carriage ride to the Pritzhütte lodge provides romance and delicious food all year round. Bookings by telephone: +43 (0)664 2844 583, at the Visitor Center or at hotel reception.

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Night view of a ski lift with empty chairs over snow-covered trees near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Night skiing

  • Winter

As soon as it is dark, there's night skiing on the Katschberg mountain. Finish the day with a chalet party. With a valid ski pass & no booking needed.

 

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Wooden sled upright on fresh snow with snowy trees in the background near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Tobogganing on the Katschberg mountain

  • Winter

A toboggan tour on the Katschberg mountain is just about a must! On Tuesdays and Saturdays, you can even toboggan at night from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. € 5.00 rental fee for the sledge.

 

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Two hikers with poles walking on a snowy mountain trail near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Ski touring

  • Winter

A number of ski tour routes spread out from the slopes. The guided tour at sunrise is a special experience. Ski tours are not permitted on the pistes when the lifts are operating.

 

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Snow-covered mountain slopes with the tips of snowshoes in the foreground near Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo

Snowshoe and winter hiking

  • Winter

A total of 30 km of winter hiking trails cut through the snow on the Katschberg mountain. Tours with a guide are also available.

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