The family Hotel Simmelwirt is ideally situated in the centre of Niederau and is only 250m from the Markochban cable car. With this lift you will be up onto the piste in no time to begin your day of fun in the snow. The rooms are cosy and comfortably furnished and have a sofa and a well maintained bathroom.
Back in the hotel it’s time to relax. Enjoy the peace and quiet in the sauna or in the Turkish bath or dive into the heated outdoor swimming pool. A great way to be completely relaxed for your next day on the piste The friendly staff will ensure a good ambiance and will provide outstanding service.
Niederau is a ski resort located 828 meters above sea level and is located in the romantic valley Wildschönau between Kitzbühel and Zillertal Alps. Niederau is the first village you encounter on the road to the valley and is also the largest of the four villages in Wildschönau. The village is easily recognized by the church tower of the parish church. The brightly colored parachutes of paragliders and hang gliders are often seen here because Niederau is the location for the Tyrolean famous paragliding school. You could take a tandem flight with one of the instructors or take part in guided walks organized by the local tourist office.
In Niederau you will find the atmosphere of Austria, combined with plenty of skiing. The village is a great base for a family holiday because of the relaxing atmosphere and the child-friendliness of the ski resort. There are lots of practice slopes for children. Not only can you ski to your hearts content, but you can also try some hiking, cross country skiing and tobogganing. For snowboarders, there is a separate snowboarding park with a halfpipe. For socializing after skiing, Niederau offers several nightclubs, cafes and eateries.
Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschönau
With 145 kilometers of slopes and 47 lifts Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschönau offers opportunities for every winter sports enthusiast. The Schatzberg is connected to the Alpbach Valley, providing a vast ski area with an 8-seater gondola. The slopes range from a nursery slope for beginners, beautiful wide slopes for relaxed skiers, to black runs for the real pros. The area also boasts fantastic powder and more adventurous terrain parks for snowboarders. The ski area is particularly popular among beginners and families with children because of the children's facilities and quality child care.
Alpbach
The friendly ski Alpachtal consists of two parts: the Wiedersbergerhornbahn and the Reither Kogel. The Wieder Bergers Horn is the largest and is accessible from Alpbach or Inneralpbach. Here you will find trails for every level and the views from the Wiedersbergerhornbahn Hütte is truly breathtaking. The Reither Kogel is accessible from Reith im Alpbach. Ideal for children and beginners. Make sure you try the 8 km long toboggan run from the Reither Kogel.
Capital:
The capital is Vienna.
Language:
The official language is German but English is widely spoken as well.
Time:
There is one hour time difference with the UK (GMT+1).
Money:
The official currency is the Euro.
Tipping:
It is customary in Austria to tip between 5% and 10% in bars and restaurants.
Food & Drink:
Austria is known for its Vienna Schnitzels and Glühwein. Tap water is safe for drinking.
Opening times shops:
Shops are usually open from Monday until Friday from 09.00 AM to 18.00 PM (some shops close during the afternoon). Most shops are closed on Sunday.
Travelling by car:
Snow chains are obligatory in the Alps. You need a toll permit for the motorways in Austria. You can buy the permit at the AA in the UK or in Austria at the major border crossings. The European Commission advises you to wear a safety reflector jacket in the event of a break down or accident. This vest can be purchased from the AA in the UK as well.
Voltage:
The voltage is 230 volt.
Mobile telephone:
UK mobile phones work in Austria as well.
Travel documents:
You need to be in the possession of a valid passport to travel to Austria.
You will fly with EasyJet or Jet2 to Innsbruck. This flight takes approximately 1 hour and 55 minutes. Meals and drinks are not included during the flight.
Departures from regional airports
Please note that with departure and/or arrival from a regional airport you may have a stopover on the outward and/or return journey.
Transfer
In the booking steps it is possible to book a transfer. If you book a transfer via Sunweb, it will be a shared transfer to and from the resort. The average transfer time to Niederau is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. For additional information about the transfer, click here.
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A ski pass for Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschönau is included in the price.
You can see the surcharges and discounts for, for example, extending your ski pass or no ski pass in step 1 (preferences) of the booking process. If a child and senior discount applies, this will be shown in step 2 (price overview). Would you like to know which ski pass is included in your travel time? View our FAQ here .
Ski passes for children born after 01/01/2018 are free. Children born between 01/01/2005 - 31/12/2017 will receive a discount on their ski pass. These discounts can be found in the calculation of your travel sum. Identification is required when collecting your ski pass.
Any surcharges and discounts are only valid upon booking. Other rates are applied locally. It is not possible to redeem your ski pass on another day onsite. An extension of your ski pass can often be booked as an extra; you will find the price for this further in the booking process. A discount for “no ski pass” can also be found during the booking process.
Ski passes for children born after 01/01/2019 are free. Children born between 01/01/2006 - 31/12/2018 will receive a discount on their ski pass. These discounts can be found in the calculation of your travel sum. Identification is required when collecting your ski pass.
Any surcharges and discounts are only valid upon booking. Other rates are applied locally. It is not possible to redeem your ski pass on another day onsite. An extension of your ski pass can often be booked as an extra; you will find the price for this further in the booking process. A discount for “no ski pass” can also be found during the booking process.
The following equipment can be booked:
This equipment is ideal for beginners and intermediate skiers and snowboarders. The equipment is particularly manoeuvrable, so it makes turning and braking easy. Parallel skiing is also possible with these skis.
This is ideal equipment for intermediate skiers and snowboarders. The equipment is manoeuvrable and suitable for cutting corners sharply. Even at high speeds, these skis provide great performance.
These skis and snowboards are made of high-quality material and are perfect for experienced skiers. They can also be used by skiers who have mastered parallel skiing. This comfortable equipment is suitable for all track types and snow conditions.
These are high performance skis and snowboards with the latest technology and are suitable for the most experienced skiers.
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