Snowshoeing · Salzburg
How to choose
Three snowshoeing outings are available near Salzburg, running from 55 € to 109 € and operated by Outdoor Centre Baumgarten. Every option is rated “Occasionally sporty” and offered in English and German. None depart directly from Salzburg itself. The standard 3-hour guided hike in Berchtesgadener Land meets at Schneizlreuth for 55 €, making it the most affordable choice. For a longer day out, the 5-hour excursion combines snowshoeing and sledding from the same meeting point at 79 €. If you prefer a mountain-railway starting point, a distinct 3-hour guided snowshoe hike leaves from the Predigtstuhlbahn area at Südtiroler Platz 1 in Bad Reichenhall for 109 €. Choose the 5-hour combo for an extended outing with sledding, or pick one of the 3-hour itineraries to focus strictly on snowshoeing.
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Our picks
Guided snowshoe hike of Berchtesgadener Land, near Salzburg
This 3-hour guided hike costs 55 €, making it the lowest-priced option near Salzburg.
Snowshoe and sledding excursion near Salzburg
At 5h, this combined snowshoe and sledding excursion offers the longest duration for 79 €.
Frequently asked questions
What months are snowshoe tours available near Salzburg?
Snowshoe outings run from December to March.
Where do the snowshoe outings meet?
Two tours meet at Outdoor Centre Baumgarten GmbH & Co. KG Baumgarten 1 DE - 83458 Schneizlreuth. The third departs from Pfarrstuhlbahn Südtiroler Platz 1 83435 Bad Reichenhall.
What physical level is required?
All three snowshoe tours are rated Occasionally sporty.
What languages are used during the tours?
Tours with Outdoor Centre Baumgarten are guided in English and German.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -0.8 °C | 127.4 mm | Peak |
| February | 2.1 °C | 108.4 mm | Good |
| March | 4.1 °C | 132.6 mm | Good |
| April | 9.6 °C | 173.9 mm | Poor |
| May | 12.4 °C | 199.7 mm | Off season |
| June | 16.7 °C | 274.8 mm | Off season |
| July | 19.4 °C | 233.3 mm | Off season |
| August | 18.9 °C | 170.9 mm | Off season |
| September | 16.1 °C | 143.1 mm | Off season |
| October | 10.7 °C | 106.8 mm | Off season |
| November | 5.3 °C | 106 mm | Poor |
| December | -1.2 °C | 139.9 mm | Peak |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear sturdy winter walking boots and dress in breathable layers, including warm gloves and a woollen hat suitable for an active winter walk.
Getting there
Travel across the German border towards your assigned meeting point in either Schneizlreuth or Bad Reichenhall, as tours do not start within Salzburg itself.
See also
Updated September 2026