A winter fairytale of snow,
experience and freedom
magical winter time at Schloss Pichlarn
When Jack Frost spreads his crystal-white blanket over the Ennstal and the Grimming mountain dons its most beautiful winter dress, the magical winter time has arrived at Schloss Pichlarn!
A cotton wool wonderland opens up right outside your front door that will remind you of childhood winters. Glittering slopes as far as the eye can see, criss-crossed here and there by animal tracks in the snow. Snow-covered forests that invite you to wander and to be completely with yourself. Enjoy the peace and quiet of wintertime. And the freedom. For example, on a snowshoe hike or cross-country skiing. But also the world-famous Schladming-Dachstein ski regionthe 4-mountain ski area and the Ski region “Snow Bear Country” with Tauplitz, Riesneralm, Planneralm and Loser are located between 15 and 30 minutes away. After an exciting day between the valley and mountain stations, the decelerating atmosphere and the secluded location of the 5-star Hotel Schloss Pichlarn is doubly good for body, mind and soul. Come in, feel at home and relax. This is winter at Schloss Pichlarn!
Back on the slopes at last
With 368 kilometres of perfectly prepared slopes, the Ennstal has a lot to offer for skiers and snowboarders. Up the mountain, strap on your skis and let the wind blow in your face – that’s skiing pleasure, made in Austria.
At a glance
A variety of mountain adventures
Winter dreams come true in the Schladming-Dachstein, Schneebärenland and Hinterstoder-Wurzeralm ski regions.
Three ski regions await you in the vicinity of the luxurious IMLAUER Hotel Schloss Pichlarn. Only 12 to 50 minutes by car separate you from the popular ski regions of Schladming-Dachstein, Schneebärenland and Hinterstoder-Wurzeralm. Here, you have a wide variety of options, whether you are a beginner or a passionate alpinist, skier or snowboarder. Glide down perfectly prepared slopes and enjoy the magnificent mountain panorama of the Ennstal. Back in your refuge, the IMLAUER Hotel Schloss Pichlarn, the 4,500 m2 wellness area beckons. Whether you want to warm up in the sauna or soothe your muscles in the warm water of the whirlpool: here, you will find rest, peace and relaxation after an exciting day of sports.
Glide across the expanse
Cross country skiing
Buckle up! These Styrian cross-country skiing regions will inspire you.
Get on the cross-country ski trail right in front of the IMLAUER Hotel Schloss Pichlarn and glide away from everyday life. From simple routes for beginners to demanding routes for experienced cross-country skiers, you’ll find everything your heart desires in the region. After a satisfying tour through the wonderful winter landscape, coming home to the warm, quiet IMLAUER Hotel Schloss Pichlarn is doubly nice. Conclude your day of cross-country skiing in our wellness area and look forward to the next snowy day in our 4,500 m2 grounds.
Hiking through the winter
Cross country with snowshoes
Hike across the countryside with snowshoes on the trail of winter, through the mountains or the extensive grounds of the IMLAUER Hotel Schloss Pichlarn.
It is an experience you will never forget: hiking through freshly fallen snow with snowshoes strapped to your feet, watching the ice crystals sparkling like diamonds in the sun, while the snow falls silently from the trees. Various hikes lead across the hotel’s spacious grounds up to the mountains. With a view of the Grimming mountain, the mighty mountain in the Styrian Ennstal, march through a landscape that seems like you’re in a fairytale with its glittering blanket of snow. Despite this beauty, you will definitely be pleased to return home to the IMLAUER Hotel Schloss Pichlarn, where body and soul can find peace in the estate’s 4,500 m² grounds.
Romantic horse-drawn carriage ride
through the wintry landscape
A special winter experience that combines nature and romance and creates unforgettable memories. Enjoy the winter silence and the magic of the snow-covered landscape around the IMLAUER Hotel Schloss Pichlarn on a romantic horse-drawn carriage ride.
Wrapped up in warm blankets, you glide through idyllic nature and experience the beauty of the Styrian winter in a very special way.
From December 2025, our coachman Willi invites you on an unforgettable round trip every Saturday.
Start: directly at the hotel
Time: every Saturday at 10:30 am
Duration: approx. 60 minutes
Price: € 120 per trip (max. 5 people)
Registration: Please register by Friday midday. Places subject to availability.
An experience full of charm, tranquillity and nostalgia – perfect for couples, families or friends who want to experience winter at its best.
You are also welcome to book an individual appointment at our reception.