Two skiers in Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn, snow splashing.

The first days of the ski season

How to start the winter season perfectly

The first snow, the first crunch beneath your skis, long shadows stretching across sparkling slopes. With just a few simple tips, the start of ski season can feel as relaxed as that well-earned moment later in the infinity pool.

When the first lifts begin to operate in Saalbach Hinterglemm and the winter sun hangs low over the mountains, a special moment of the year begins. The first days on the slopes have their own rhythm – calm, crisp and focused on what truly matters. There is still plenty of space on the pistes. Every run feels like a fresh start.

Arrive, breathe, ease into the season

Winter doesn’t begin on the slopes – it begins the moment you arrive. At THOMSN, clean lines, expansive windows and panoramic mountain views help you clear your mind and settle in. Perhaps the day starts with a cappuccino at the THOMSN Bar, as snowflakes dance outside and the anticipation quietly builds within.

Ready to go? Small preparations, big impact

Not a classic packing list – more a gentle reminder of what really matters:

Ski goggles cleaned? Clear vision makes all the difference.
Gloves dry and warm enough? Nothing dampens the mood faster than cold fingers.
Headband, buff, or beanie packed? The wind on the mountain has a mind of its own.
Skis freshly waxed? The shops just around the corner are happy to take care of that.
Sunscreen? Essential even in December – especially on the slopes.

Sometimes it doesn’t take much – just a moment to pause and think ahead.

Equipment, advice & service – just steps away

At the Home of Lässig, getting equipped is effortless. The sports shops around THOMSN offer:

the latest rental equipment
professional fitting
fast edge and base service straightforward
expert advice

Whether you’d like to try something new or have your own skis prepared for the season, you’ll be in excellent hands here.

Winter landscape in Saalbach-Hinterglemm with skiers and mountains

Three skiers enjoying freeride in deep snow on a winter slope

Skiers racing on snow-covered slopes under a clear blue sky

From THOMSN straight onto the slopes of the Skicircus.

THOMSN enjoys a central location in Hinterglemm – just about 150 metres from the Reiterkogelbahn. The U-Bahn lift, offering night skiing and access to the snow park, is also only a few minutes’ walk away. No shuttle. No waiting. No detours. Just step outside and straight into ski bliss. With direct access to one of the most diverse ski areas in the Alps:

270 kilometres of slopes
70 lift facilities
wide carving runs
family-friendly pistes, speed tracks & fun parks
cosy alpine huts perfect for a scenic stop

Perfect for those who prefer being right in the heart of it all rather than on the way there.

And afterwards? The THOMSN infinity pool

When your legs grow pleasantly tired and the sun slowly dips behind the peaks, the most relaxing moment of the day awaits: a dip in the THOMSN infinity pool. Warm water. Crisp winter air. A stillness that settles over everything. The perfect way to unwind – by the water, with a view.

Later, everyone gathers at the THOMSN Restaurant. Pizza, bowls, pasta – uncomplicated, honest, full of flavour. Perhaps a glass of wine at the bar afterwards, good music, conversations about the day. No frills. Just good times.

A laid-back, effortless start to winter at THOMSN

The first days on the slopes at THOMSN are refreshingly uncomplicated. Short distances. Good advice. Genuine encounters. And that feeling of being exactly where you’re meant to be — at just the right time. Book now.