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Au Schoppernau Piste Map and Overview
Tucked into the beautiful Bregenzerwald region of Vorarlberg, Au-Schoppernau is a relaxed, scenic ski destination best known for the Diedamskopf ski area. It’s the kind of place that feels authentic and uncrowded, with wide alpine bowls, panoramic views, and a calm village atmosphere rather than big-resort chaos. From the summit of Diedamskopf, you get sweeping views across the Alps, and long descents that flow naturally down into the valley. It’s especially appealing if you prefer scenic skiing, natural terrain, and a more traditional Austrian mountain experience.
For skiers and snowboarders, Au-Schoppernau offers a surprisingly well-balanced mix of terrain for its size. The Diedamskopf area delivers wide blue runs for beginners, long red pistes for intermediates, and a handful of steeper black runs and ski routes for more advanced riders. Snowboarders benefit from open, above-treeline cruising areas and a straightforward lift system that makes exploring easy. While it’s not a huge resort, it connects via ski bus to larger nearby areas like Warth-Schröcken and Damüls-Mellau, giving ambitious skiers access to much bigger terrain within the same region.
Total ski area size: 40 km / 25 miles of pistes (Diedamskopf – Schoppernau)
Base elevation: 820 m / 2,690 ft
Peak elevation: 2,020 m / 6,627 ft
Difficulty:
🟦 18% Easy
🟥 45% Intermediate
⬛ 22% Advanced (varies by sector)
Ski Season Length and Dates
The ski season in Au-Schoppernau (Diedamskopf) typically runs from early/mid December to late March or early April, depending on snowfall. Thanks to its altitude and good natural snow reliability, conditions are usually strongest from January through March, with long valley descents often staying skiable late into the season.
Is it good for beginners?
Yes — but with a small caveat. The resort has good beginner terrain (around 13 km of blue runs) and a strong ski school, making it a solid learning environment. However, some of the mountain terrain can feel steep compared to very beginner-focused resorts. Many first-timers start on the lower slopes and then progress up to the panoramic high-mountain blues once confident.
It’s best described as:
- Great for improving beginners
- Very good for families with mixed abilities
- Less ideal for absolute first-ever ski days compared to gentler nursery-only resorts
What’s Included in the Ski Pass?
A standard Diedamskopf / Au-Schoppernau ski pass includes:
- Access to all lifts in the Diedamskopf ski area
- Gondola access from Au and Schoppernau villages
- Access to all marked pistes (blue, red, and black runs)
- Use of high-mountain lifts reaching the Panorama area (~2,000 m)
- Valley descent routes (including the long 10 km run when open)
- Ski routes and connecting terrain within the ski area
- Snowmaking-supported slopes for more reliable conditions
- Access to ski school and beginner lift zones
Does it include multiple resorts?
- The standard pass covers only Diedamskopf (Au-Schoppernau)
- However, it sits within a larger ski region where you can reach additional areas via ski bus:
- Warth-Schröcken (linked to Ski Arlberg)
- Damüls-Mellau
These are not lift-connected, but often accessible under regional multi-area ticket systems or combined passes depending on duration.
Are there cheaper ski passes for only a few resorts?
Yes:
- You can buy a local Diedamskopf-only pass (main option)
- Short-stay options are available:
- Half-day tickets
- Multi-day passes
- Beginner area-focused tickets (in some cases)
If you want to explore beyond Au-Schoppernau, you would typically upgrade to a regional Bregenzerwald / 3-Täler pass, which covers multiple nearby ski areas.
If you’re looking for a quiet, scenic Austrian ski resort with wide pistes, great views, and easy access to bigger nearby ski areas, Au-Schoppernau is one of the most underrated and rewarding choices in Vorarlberg.