A skier in a bright yellow outfit glides down the snowy slopes of the Wilder Kaiser mountain range at sunset.
Breathtaking view of snow-covered mountains over a sea of clouds near the ultimate luxury chalet Julisam in Leogang.
A skier expertly navigates through a snowy forest, enjoying a vibrant winter day under the sun.
Stunning snow-covered peaks dominate the skyline near the ultimate luxury chalet Julisam in Leogang.
The picturesque winter scene in Salzburg features snow-covered rooftops and the majestic Hohensalzburg Fortress.

Winter Without Interruption

Winter at Julisam is Special. It is atmosphere.

High above the Leogang valley, snow redraws the landscape into clarity. Sound softens. Movement becomes deliberate. The region surrounding Julisam has evolved over generations into one of Europe’s most established alpine winter areas — yet your experience of it remains entirely self-directed.

You do not stay inside a ski resort.
You access one.

Alpine Scale & Sporting Depth

The surrounding region offers:

  • 2700 kilometres of ski slopes
  • 926 lifts and cableways
  • Glacier terrain up to 3,029 metres

Full details under Ski Resorts.

For ambitious winter athletes, this means scale.
For families, it means choice.

But winter here extends far beyond alpine skiing.

Two cross-country skiers glide through a snow-covered landscape with a bright sun shining behind the mountains.

Nordic Precision

Saalfelden/Leogang alone provides over 150 kilometres of prepared cross-country tracks.

  • Valley trails.
  • High-altitude loops.
  • Professional training routes.

Cross-country skiing in this region is not secondary — it is a discipline with heritage.

Private instructors and guided endurance sessions can be arranged discreetly.

Two individuals enjoy winter hiking on snow-covered trails surrounded by majestic mountains and tall pine trees.

Snowshoeing & Winter Walking

Beyond prepared infrastructure, winter reveals silence.

  • Guided snowshoe ascents
  • Winter ridge walks overlooking the Steinernes Meer
  • Forest trails beginning near the estate
  • Private alpine guides on request

The experience is expansive, not performative.

Two horses pull a sleigh through a snowy forest in Saalbach, with passengers enjoying the winter scenery. | @ saalbach.com, Mirja Geh

Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides

Few winter experiences feel as timeless as a horse-drawn sleigh gliding through a snow-covered valley.

Blankets.
Breath in the cold air.
Hoofbeats in rhythm.

Private sleigh rides can be arranged through surrounding alpine villages — ideal for multi-generational evenings, quiet celebrations or simply for experiencing winter without velocity.

It is not nostalgia.
It is continuity.

A family enjoys a sunny day sledding on the snowy slopes of Schmittenhöhe in Zell am See, Austria.

Sledding & Family Traditions

Winter also carries movement and laughter.

  • Day and night sledding on Asitz and Biberg
  • Illuminated evening descents
  • Reserved mountain huts for private gatherings

The region understands family travel — without reducing sophistication.

A biathlete skis through a snow-covered trail, surrounded by tall trees and majestic mountains under a bright sky. | @ Martin Weigl

International Winter Events

The alpine calendar defines global winter sport:

  • Hahnenkamm-Rennen in Kitzbühel (approx. 40 km)
  • Freeride World Tour in nearby Fieberbrunn
  • IBU Biathlon World Cup in Hochfilzen

Attend with private transfer — or observe from distance.

Engagement remains a choice.

What Winter at Julisam Ultimately Means

Access to one of Europe’s most established alpine winter regions. Without living inside it.

Imagine a five-star hotel — with no other guests.
In winter, that sentence carries weight.

Interesting Facts About Winter Activities

No. Julisam is a fully private mountain estate in Leogang. Premium ski areas are reached within a short drive. The estate itself is intentionally positioned away from lift stations and public resort activity.

The region offers 408 kilometres of ski slopes and 121 lifts, with glacier terrain reaching 3,029 metres at Kitzsteinhorn.

Yes. High-altitude terrain up to 3,029 metres combined with established alpine infrastructure makes this one of Austria’s reliable winter destinations.

In addition to downhill skiing, the region provides over 150 kilometres of cross-country trails, guided snowshoe tours, winter hiking routes, sledding tracks, horse-drawn sleigh rides, and international winter sporting events.

Yes. Private ski instructors, cross-country coaches, certified mountain guides, snowshoe guides and exclusive horse-drawn sleigh rides can be arranged upon request.

Yes. The region includes challenging off-piste terrain, glacier skiing, professional Nordic training routes, and international competitions such as the Hahnenkamm race and the Freeride World Tour.