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The Skicircus is one of the largest connected ski areas in Austria, linking Saalbach, Hinterglemm, Leogang, and Fieberbrunn across a sprawling network of lifts on both sides of the Glemmtal valley and over into the neighbouring Pillersee valley. It's an area built for skiing all day and socialising all evening - the lift system is modern and fast, the runs are long and well-groomed, and the après-ski scene in Saalbach is one of the liveliest in the Alps. The name 'Skicircus' fits: there's a sense of energy and spectacle about the place.
The area covers 270 km of marked piste served by 70 lifts, sitting between 830 m and 2,096 m. There are 140 runs in total: 22 green, 44 blue, 52 red, and 22 black. The season typically runs from early December to mid-April. All four resorts are connected by lifts and share a single pass. The circuit from Saalbach to Fieberbrunn and back - the so-called 'Challenge' - covers 65 km and 32 lifts in one day.
Saalbach is the main hub - a lively village with the best nightlife and the most central position. Hinterglemm is slightly quieter, further up the valley. Leogang is a relaxed, family-friendly village on the south side. Fieberbrunn, the newest addition to the circuit, has steeper terrain and a growing freeride reputation. Between them, you get an area that works for everyone from families to groups. Browse Skicircus ski deals on WeSki to start planning your trip.
Saalbach is the beating heart of the Skicircus - a compact, pedestrianised village at 1,003 m with a main street lined with hotels, bars, and restaurants. The après-ski scene is one of the strongest in Austria, centred around the infamous Bauer's Schi-Alm and the Hinterhag Alm, both on the slopes above the village. Lifts depart from both sides of the village, giving you immediate access to the north-facing Bernkogel slopes and the south-facing Kohlmais side. The village has a confident, youthful energy - it attracts a mix of families, couples, and groups, and the atmosphere stays lively well into the evening.
Hinterglemm sits further up the Glemmtal valley from Saalbach at around 1,060 m. It's a slightly quieter alternative to Saalbach, with its own selection of hotels and restaurants and a more relaxed feel. The skiing above links directly into the same system - the Zwölferkogel gondola from Hinterglemm takes you to the ridge and over to Saalbach's slopes, or across to Leogang. The village has good access to the Reiterkogel night-skiing runs and the snowpark on the Unterschwarzach side. It suits visitors who want full Skicircus access with a calmer base.
Leogang is a spread-out village at 830 m on the southern, Salzburg side of the Skicircus, in the Leogang valley. It has a quieter, more rural atmosphere than Saalbach - think family-run hotels, a church, and proper Austrian countryside. The Asitz gondola connects the village to the ski area, with the Epic Bikepark in summer making it a year-round destination. The skiing above links to Saalbach-Hinterglemm via the Asitz ridge, and the slopes on the Leogang side tend to be less crowded. It's a good pick for families and for anyone who prefers a more traditional Austrian village atmosphere.
Fieberbrunn is a traditional Tyrolean village at 850 m in the Pillersee valley, connected to the Skicircus via the TirolS gondola link completed in 2015. It's the newest addition to the circuit and has a distinctly different feel - more local, less commercial, and with some of the area's most interesting terrain. The Wildseeloder peak (2,118 m) above Fieberbrunn hosts a stop on the Freeride World Tour, and the north-facing powder bowls here are the steepest in the Skicircus. The village has a proper Tyrolean character - traditional Gasthöfe, a weekly market, and a relaxed atmosphere.
All four resorts have beginners' terrain, though some are better set up than others. Leogang has a good learning area at the base of the Asitz gondola, with gentle greens separated from faster traffic. Hinterglemm has a dedicated nursery zone near the village. Saalbach has a small nursery area, but the village slopes can get busy. The best progression terrain is on the Leogang side and the gentler blues above Hinterglemm. The grooming across the area is consistently good, and Austrian ski schools are well-established.
WeSki does not currently have lessons available in the Skicircus area, but all resorts have well-regarded local ski schools with English-speaking instructors.
WeSki tip: Leogang's base area is the calmest starting point in the Skicircus - it's quieter than Saalbach and has a gentle nursery slope with easy blues above. Once you're confident, take the gondola to the ridge and ski over to Saalbach for a bigger day out. The link run is a manageable blue.
With 44 blues and 52 reds, this is one of the best intermediate areas in Austria. The network is designed for covering ground - modern, fast lifts and long, well-groomed runs mean you can rack up serious vertical in a day. The 'Skicircus Challenge' is a marked circuit covering 65 km and 32 lifts from Saalbach to Fieberbrunn and back, skiable in a single day. The reds off the Schattberg (2,096 m) above Saalbach are long and satisfying. The south-facing slopes above Leogang get lovely afternoon sun. The runs between Hinterglemm and Saalbach through the trees are some of the best-groomed in the region.
WeSki tip: The Skicircus Challenge (65 km, 32 lifts) is a brilliant day out for intermediates. Start from Saalbach heading clockwise towards Leogang and Fieberbrunn early in the morning. Don't linger too long at lunch - the circuit takes a full day, and the last connecting lifts close at a set time. Download the Challenge app to track your progress.
The 22 blacks are spread across the area, with the most concentrated challenging terrain on the Fieberbrunn side. The Wildseeloder (2,118 m) hosts a Freeride World Tour stop, and the north-facing bowls beneath the peak have genuine powder potential after storms. On the Saalbach side, the Nordabfahrt from the Schattberg is a sustained black with good vertical. The Zwölferkogel has some steep pitches too. Off-piste is limited by the relatively low altitude (no terrain above 2,100 m), but the tree skiing on both sides of the valley holds snow well and can be excellent after fresh falls.
WeSki tip: Fieberbrunn's Wildseeloder powder bowls are the Skicircus's best-kept secret for advanced skiers. Most visitors stay on the Saalbach-Hinterglemm side, so the Fieberbrunn terrain is often less tracked even days after a storm. The TirolS gondola gets you there from Saalbach in about 40 minutes of skiing.
The Skicircus pass covers all 270 km of piste and 70 lifts across Saalbach, Hinterglemm, Leogang, and Fieberbrunn on a single ticket. Passes are available from one day up to the full season, with discounted rates for children, teens, and seniors. For a wider area, the Salzburger Super Ski Card or the Kitzbühel Alps AllStarCard extend access to neighbouring areas including Zell am See-Kaprun, KitzSki, and others.
You can add the lift pass directly to your WeSki booking, along with ski equipment hire at Saalbach, Hinterglemm, and Fieberbrunn - so everything's sorted before you arrive.
WeSki tip: If you're staying a full week, the Skicircus pass gives you more than enough terrain to keep things fresh every day. But if you want variety beyond the area, the ALPIN CARD extension adds Zell am See-Kaprun (including the Kitzsteinhorn glacier) - a great complement to the Skicircus, especially if you want a glacier day.
Salzburg is the closest airport, around 1 hour 15 minutes' drive to Saalbach. Munich is roughly 2 hours 15 minutes, and Innsbruck about 2 hours. By train, the nearest stations are Zell am See (on the Salzburg-Innsbruck line, about 20 minutes' drive from Saalbach) and Saalfelden (for Leogang, about 10 minutes). Regular shuttle buses connect the stations to the resorts during the season. A free ski bus runs between Saalbach, Hinterglemm, Leogang, and Fieberbrunn throughout the day.
WeSki has private and shared transfers to Saalbach, Hinterglemm, Leogang, and Fieberbrunn. Add them to your booking for a straightforward door-to-door trip.
The season runs from early December to mid-April. There's no glacier skiing, so conditions depend on natural snowfall and snowmaking. The area has invested heavily in snowmaking - coverage is extensive, and the grooming team keeps runs in excellent shape. The north-facing slopes above Saalbach and the Fieberbrunn bowls tend to hold snow best. January to mid-March typically sees the most consistent natural snow.
Austrian school holidays in February and the Christmas-New Year period are the busiest times, particularly in Saalbach. If you've got flexibility, early January and the first half of March are quieter. Saalbach's après-ski scene is liveliest on weekends and during holiday periods. Late season brings spring conditions and longer days - the south-facing runs above Leogang are particularly enjoyable in the sunshine.
Yes. Leogang and Hinterglemm have the best beginners' terrain, with dedicated nursery zones separated from faster traffic. WeSki does not currently have lessons available, but all resorts have well-regarded local ski schools with English-speaking instructors.
The Skicircus covers 270 km of marked piste served by 70 lifts, ranging from 830 m to 2,096 m. There are 140 runs across all grades. Four resorts - Saalbach, Hinterglemm, Leogang, and Fieberbrunn - are fully linked by lifts and share a single pass.
The Skicircus Challenge is a marked circuit covering 65 km and 32 lifts from Saalbach to Fieberbrunn and back. It's designed to be completed in a single day and takes you through all four resorts. The terrain is predominantly blue and red, and it's a popular goal for intermediate skiers. A downloadable app tracks your progress.
Saalbach is the main hub with the liveliest après-ski and the most central position. Hinterglemm is quieter and slightly further up the valley. Leogang is rural, family-friendly, and on the Salzburg side. Fieberbrunn is a traditional Tyrolean village with the steepest terrain and a growing freeride reputation. All four are linked by lifts.
The season typically runs from early December to mid-April. There is no glacier skiing. Snowmaking coverage is extensive, and grooming standards are high. January to mid-March sees the most consistent natural snow conditions.
Fly to Salzburg (about 1 hr 15 min drive), Munich (2 hr 15 min), or Innsbruck (2 hr). By train, Zell am See and Saalfelden are the nearest stations, with shuttle buses to the resorts. WeSki has private and shared transfers to all four resorts.
No. All four resorts are connected by lifts during ski hours, so you can ski the full circuit. A free ski bus also runs between Saalbach, Hinterglemm, Leogang, and Fieberbrunn throughout the day.
Yes. Ski equipment hire is available through WeSki at Saalbach, Hinterglemm, and Fieberbrunn. WeSki does not currently have lessons available in the Skicircus area. You can add equipment hire to your booking along with your lift pass and transfers.
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