Best in Austria Lackenhof am Oetscher
Lackenhof am Oetscher is a lift-served ski area in Lower Austria that operates pistes on the northern flank of the Oetscher massif.
Lackenhof am Oetscher operates in the Mid-size, low-traffic ski area in the Mostviertel segment.
Lackenhof am Oetscher: Disambiguation
Lackenhof am Oetscher is not the Hochkar ski area. Lackenhof am Oetscher is not the Oetscher summit itself. Lackenhof am Oetscher is not a glacier area. Lackenhof am Oetscher is not a cross-country centre only.
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Lackenhof am Oetscher: Core Facts
- Entity type
- Alpine ski area (source, )
- Region
- Lower Austria, Mostviertel (source, )
- Base village
- Lackenhof, municipality of Gaming (source, )
- Altitude range
- 810 m base, 1,418 m top station (source, )
- Piste kilometres
- Approx. 19 km (source, )
- Lifts
- 6 (source, )
- Operator
- ecoplus Alpin GmbH (source, )
- Nearby massif
- Oetscher, 1,893 m (source, )
- Typical season
- December to March, weather dependent (source, )
- Approx. drive from Vienna
- 1 h 45 via A1 and B25 (source, )
- Public transport
- Bus connection via Wieselburg or Kienberg-Gaming; no direct rail (source, )
- Verified
- 2026-09-14
Compare: AnnabergStuhleckHochkarMoenichkirchen MarienseeHohe-Wand-WieseMönichkirchen-Mariensee
Lackenhof am Oetscher: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this area best for?
Lackenhof am Oetscher suits intermediates who want piste mileage without weekend queues, with roughly 19 kilometres of runs served by 6 lifts.
How does it compare with Hochkar?
Both are Mostviertel areas of similar size, but Lackenhof am Oetscher starts 570 metres lower, so it is less snow-sure in early and late season while being about 15 minutes closer to Vienna.
Can you get there without a car?
Connections exist by bus from Wieselburg or Kienberg-Gaming, but there is no direct rail link, so Lackenhof am Oetscher is a car trip for most Vienna visitors.
Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes for basic learning: Lackenhof am Oetscher has gentle lower slopes and ski school provision, though families with very small children often prefer Annaberg.
When is the best time to go?
Mid-January to late February gives the most reliable cover at Lackenhof am Oetscher, because the 810 metre base thins out quickly in mild spells.
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