Cross-country skiing course and snowshoe hiking in Flachau
Do you want to learn cross-country skiing or improve your technique? Our cross-country course in Flachau offers individual private lessons tailored to your ability. Or you choose a guided snowshoe hike and explore the snowy mountains around Flachau away from the ski pistes.
Whether sporty on cross-country skis or relaxed on snowshoes: discover winter in Flachau from a different side.
Do you have questions about the requirements, the equipment or the tours? We’re happy to advise you personally.
Nordic sports
Snowshoe hiking
Experience unspoilt mountain nature up close. Snowshoe hiking doesn’t require any special prerequisites.
Cross-country skiing
Cross-country skiing multiplies your options on a winter holiday. Whether alone, as a pair or in a group: enjoy wonderful winter landscapes and learn or improve your cross-country technique.
Cross-country skiing courses in Flachau for beginners and advanced skiers
Whether you’re standing on cross-country skis for the first time or already have experience: in private cross-country lessons at Skischule Flachau you can learn at your own pace and work on your technique in a targeted way.
Possible learning focus areas are:
- For beginners: Finding your balance on the narrow skis, practising your first gliding movements and developing a feel for the movement sequence.
- For advanced skiers: Improving the glide phase, weight transfer and pole use to move more smoothly and with less effort.
Your advantage: At Skischule Flachau, cross-country lessons are held as private courses. That way we can respond specifically to your ability, your learning pace and your personal goals. Whether you’re just starting out with cross-country skiing or want to improve your technique.
Snowshoe hiking in Flachau: experience the quiet side of winter
Hiking through snowy landscapes away from the ski pistes, enjoying the peace and getting to know Flachau from a different side: snowshoe hiking is all about the nature experience. You don’t need any special previous experience.
Our guided snowshoe hikes:
- For beginners – 2 hours: Ideal if you’d like to try snowshoe hiking for the first time and explore nature in winter.
- For advanced hikers – 4 hours: For everyone who already has experience and wants to do a longer tour.
- Snowshoe hiking in the evening – 2 hours: Experience the wintry landscape in the special atmosphere of the evening hours.
Minimum number of participants: 4 people
Fresh powder snow crunches under your snowshoes, and winter stillness reigns all around. The evening tours are especially appealing, when the moonlight makes the snow crystals sparkle and bathes the snowy landscape in a very special light.
Why Nordic sports with Skischule Flachau?
Skischule Flachau is the oldest ski school in the village and has been looking after winter sports guests since 1967. Away from the ski pistes too, we want to show you winter at its best. If you’re looking for a cross-country ski school in Flachau, you can work individually on your basics or your technique with us in private lessons.
What sets us apart:
- Long-standing experience: Over 50 years of experience in winter sports form the basis of our work.
- Individual rather than a standard programme: In cross-country lessons we can respond specifically to your ability, your learning pace and your wishes.
- Joy of winter: Whether on cross-country skis or snowshoes – with us, exercise, the nature experience and fun in the snow come first.
Discover winter from a different side!
Whether you’re covering your first kilometres on cross-country skis or hiking through the snowy landscape on snowshoes: we look forward to experiencing winter in Flachau with you.
Do you have questions about the right tour, the equipment you need or would you like to discuss special wishes? We’re happy to advise you personally and help you plan.
Info
Course times:
Snowshoe hiking 2-hour tour for beginners, 4-hour tour for advanced hikers, in the evening 2 hours
Cross-country skiing private lessons only
Minimum participation:
Snowshoe hiking 4 people
Frequently asked questions about cross-country skiing and snowshoe hiking in Flachau
Can I take a cross-country skiing course in Flachau without any previous experience?
Yes, our cross-country lessons are also suitable for beginners with no previous experience. In private lessons your instructor can go at your learning pace. Above all you need enjoyment of exercise and a willingness to try something new.
What’s the difference between classic cross-country skiing and skating?
In classic cross-country skiing you move mainly in parallel tracks and push off forwards with your skis. In skating the push-off is sideways, similar to ice skating. The two techniques differ in their movement and in the equipment needed. We’re happy to clarify in person which technique you can learn with us.
What equipment do I need for snowshoe hiking?
Besides snowshoes, sturdy, preferably waterproof winter boots and weather-appropriate clothing are important. Poles can also make walking easier. You’ll find out when you enquire whether you need to bring snowshoes and poles yourself or can hire them on site.
Do I need any special fitness for a snowshoe hike?
No special previous experience is needed for snowshoe hiking. However, walking in snow can be more tiring than an ordinary hike. How much fitness you need depends on the length of the tour, the terrain and the snow conditions. We’re happy to help you choose.
