Tobogganing In Austria
High up, but fast down - It's fun for the whole family!
The Austrian people love winter! Family time, delicious food, and lots of fun in the fresh mountain air; and what better a way to enjoy all of this than a day of tobogganing? Tobogganing is very popular in Austria for this very reason and most Alpine regions boast well developed toboggan runs! But it's not just confined to the mountains, for example, in Vienna, there are sledding routes on hills, in parks, and on the outskirts of the city.
If you choose to walk, sledding can be a great workout, burning some calories before plunging down the mountain between the trees. For those with small children or who simply don't want to walk, there's often a lift or a "Toboggan Taxi" to bring everyone to the top. However you choose to get up the mountain, you're almost always rewarded with a breathtaking panoramic view of the surrounding mountains.
Naturally, that's not all you'll find at the top, usually you will find an authentic Austrian mountin hut where you can stop to eat Austrian specialities like Kaspressknödelsuppe (cheese dumpling soup) or Kaiserschmarren (shredded pancakes with apple sauce and icing sugar) before the wild ride down! You'll be hard pressed to find a more authentic Austrian winter experience!
5 top toboggan runs in Austria
Night Toboganning in Carinthia
Tobogganing in Upper Austria
Tobogganing in SalzburgerLand
Tobogganing in Lower Austria
Tobogganing in Styria
Tobogganing in Tirol
Sustainability Tips
- Choose sustainable ski resorts
- Book environmentally friendly hotels
- Spend your winter holiday at an organic farm
- Travel by train
- Use sustainable transport options in the ski area
- Rent ski equipment that meets environmental-standards
- Stay on the designated trails (to help preserve the wilderness!)
- Enjoy regional, seasonal, and organic food
- Try slow winter activities