Skiing in March in Austria
March is arguably the best all round month to ski in Austria, pairing long sunny days and still good high altitude snow with the liveliest apres ski of the season and noticeably lower prices once the school holiday weeks have passed.
Reviewed for the 2026 season by the Ski Resorts for Kings editorial team
What is the snow like in Austria in March?
March snow in Austria is good, especially in the first half of the month and especially up high. The deep midwinter base is still in place, fresh falls are common early in March, and the snow sure altitude resorts such as Obergurgl, Solden and the upper slopes of St Anton hold excellent cover through the month. Many Austrian resorts sit a little lower than the French giants, so altitude matters more here as spring sun goes to work, but the high names ski reliably well into April.
The character is spring skiing on the better days: cold, firm pistes first thing that soften into grippy snow by mid morning, then heavier going on south facing slopes by afternoon. The classic March routine is to start early while the snow is firm and ease off as it softens, chasing north facing runs and altitude in the warmer afternoons. Lower and more sheltered resorts can get patchy late in the month, so when March pushes toward April the high resorts are the safe choice.
How busy and how expensive is March in Austria?
March is mostly quiet and good value, with a couple of busy pockets to dodge. Once the February holidays clear, the slopes empty out and prices ease, making the middle and later weeks of March some of the best value of the season for space and sunshine. The main crowds to avoid are the Dutch spring break and the German school holidays, which can fill the bigger Tyrolean resorts at certain points in the month, plus the Easter week if it falls in late March.
Outside those windows, March rewards flexible travelers. Lift queues shrink, accommodation softens from peak rates, and the long days mean more skiing for your money. It is the month that combines genuine snow with low season pricing better than any other in Austria, which is exactly why so many seasoned skiers quietly prefer it to February.
How much does a week skiing Austria in March cost?
March is one of Austria's better value ski months outside the holiday pockets. A week at a high, well known resort, once flights, transfers, accommodation, lift passes and lessons are counted, typically lands in the $2,000 to $4,000 per person band, and a smaller or lower profile Tyrolean or Salzburgerland village can come in under $2,000 per person. Only the Dutch, German and Easter holiday weeks push the marquee resorts toward the $4,000 to $8,000 per person band.
The biggest saving is timing your week to miss those holiday spikes, after which Austria is markedly cheaper than the French marquee resorts at the same time. As always the extras are where money leaks, so book #AFFILIATE_LIFTPASS, #AFFILIATE_TRANSFER and #AFFILIATE_LESSONS ahead of the resort window, and sort #AFFILIATE_SKIHIRE and #AFFILIATE_INSURANCE before you travel.
Who should ski Austria in March, and who should wait?
March suits almost everyone, which is why it is such a strong all round pick. It is excellent for beginners and improvers, since the softer afternoon snow makes falls less punishing and the long sunny days make learning pleasant. It rewards value seekers and couples who can travel outside the holidays, and it is a dream for anyone who loves apres ski, because Austria's famous mountain bars are in full swing through the spring.
It suits hardcore powder hunters a little less than deep midwinter does, since fresh snow is less frequent and the lower resorts can soften or thin out, especially late in the month. If your single priority is the deepest, driest cold smoke, January and February are safer bets and the high glacier areas hold best. But for the best balance of snow, sun, price and atmosphere, March in Austria is hard to beat, provided you stay reasonably high.
March in Austria: the case for and against
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Where to ski in Austria in March
For March we would point you first at these, each with our full review:
- Obergurgl. One of Austria's highest and most snow sure resorts, reliable for good March snow well into spring.
- Solden. Glacier backed altitude and a big high area keep March cover dependable for confident intermediates and above.
- St Anton. High terrain and serious off piste for strong skiers, paired with the liveliest spring apres ski of the picks.
- Obertauern. A high, snow sure bowl that holds spring snow well and skis reliably late into the season.
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Common questions
Is March a good time to ski in Austria?
Yes, it is arguably the best all round month. March pairs long sunny days and still good high altitude snow with the liveliest apres ski of the year and lower prices once the February holidays clear. Stay high, as lower resorts can soften in the spring sun.
Is the snow still good in Austria in March?
Up high, yes. The deep midwinter base remains and fresh falls are common early in the month, so snow sure resorts like Obergurgl, Solden and the upper slopes of St Anton hold excellent cover. Lower resorts can get patchy as the month moves toward April.
When is Austria least crowded in March?
The middle and later weeks, once the February holidays have cleared, are quiet and good value. The main crowds to avoid are the Dutch spring break, the German school holidays, and Easter week if it falls in late March.
How much does a week skiing Austria in March cost?
Outside the holiday pockets, expect $2,000 to $4,000 per person at a high, well known resort, with smaller villages under $2,000 per person. Only the Dutch, German and Easter holiday weeks push the marquee resorts toward $4,000 to $8,000 per person.
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