Thanksgiving Ski Weekend at Zell-am-See

Start Your Ski Season on the Kaprun Glacier This Thanksgiving!

Spend your Thanksgiving weekend carving through deep powder and pristine Alpine snow instead of sitting on the couch. The Kitzsteinhorn Glacier offers guaranteed early-season coverage, making it the ultimate winter playground for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. While everyone else is waiting for lower-elevation local slopes to open later in the winter, you will already have two full days of glacier riding under your belt.

Army Outdoor Recreation handles all the logistics, from the long highway drive to the lodging. We have upgraded our accommodations to the modern, comfortable apartments at Dahoam by Sarina! Your package includes two full days of skiing on Friday and Saturday, free equipment rentals, and three nights of lodging. Best of all, we have you fully covered with both daily breakfast and nightly dinner prepared on-site, allowing you to relax and refuel immediately after coming off the mountain. There is a reason why Outdoor Recreation centers from all over Europe have been visiting Kaprun over Thanksgiving weekend for years.

This trip is a legendary holiday tradition, and space is strictly limited. Our premium apartments are already filling up, and once they are gone, they are gone for good. Don't be left out in the cold while your friends are on the mountain. Reserve your Kaprun Glacier Thanksgiving trip with Army Outdoor Recreation today!

Price:

• Double Occupancy: $799 per person
• Single Occupancy: $999

• Children 2-11 sharing apartment with 2 paid adults: $679
• Children under 2 on existing bedding: $229

Trip Includes:

• Round trip transportation to Zell am See
• 3 overnights at Dahoam by Sarina Village Apartments
• Daily breakfast
• Daily dinner
• Departure from your choice of Pulaski or Smith Barracks
• Friday and Saturday ski area shuttle to Kaprun Glacier ski area
• Free equipment rentals
   
• Lift tickets, lessons and clothing rental not included
   
• Pay in US Dollars
• Support your local Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) programs

What to Bring:

• Skis/Snowboard, boots, poles
• Hat or helmet
• Sunglasses or goggles
• Waterproof outerwear and gloves
• Layers and ski socks
• Credit/Debit card and Euro
• Military ID and Passport

Any required paper or electronic travel documentation is the responsibility of each individual traveler. 

Departure: 

• 5 a.m. from Wagon Wheel Theater, Smith Barracks 
• 6 a.m. from Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation, Pulaski Barracks bldg. 2905 

Return: Sunday Evening

Estimated Itinerary

Thursday: Escape to the Austrian Alps & Alpine Comforts

Kick off your four-day weekend by joining Army Outdoor Recreation on our annual trip to the Kaprun glacier. Depart from your choice of Pulaski or Smith Barracks and leave the stress of the work week behind. As we head south toward the stunning Austrian Alps, you can lean back, relax, and swap ski stories with your fellow travelers.

Upon arriving in the charming alpine valley of Kaprun, you will check into your home for the weekend: the modern and comfortable apartments at Dahoam by Sarina. Shift into full vacation mode as you settle into your spacious apartment suite, designed for maximum comfort. Once you are settled in, we will sit down to a hearty, well-earned welcome dinner prepared right at the property. Your Thanksgiving holiday escape has officially begun.

Friday: First Tracks on the Kitzsteinhorn Glacier

Wake up and fuel up at the on-site breakfast because the mountain is calling. Today is your first full day carving up the legendary Kitzsteinhorn Glacier. Rising to an impressive altitude of over 3,000 meters, this massive resort offers reliable, deep snow while lower-altitude locations are still waiting for winter to arrive. Whether you want to cruise wide alpine runs, test your skills in the snow parks, or hunt for untouched powder bowls, the glacier has terrain for every skill level. After a full day of shredding, head back to our apartments at Dahoam by Sarina to kick back, dry out the gear, and swap stories over another fantastic included dinner.

Saturday: Pushing Your Limits & Kaprun Apres-Ski

With the season's first day on the snow already under your belt, your legs are warmed up and ready to explore even more of the mountain. Today is all about maximizing your time on the slopes and hitting the runs you missed yesterday. Take a break at the spectacular Gipfel Restaurant—the highest restaurant in the Salzburg region at over 3,000 meters—for a warm lunch and panoramic views of Austria's highest peaks. After the lifts close for the day, you can soak up the vibrant apres-ski atmosphere in downtown Kaprun or nearby Zell am See, then head back to the property for our final included group dinner.

Sunday: Relaxed Return to Germany

Enjoy a leisurely morning and one last hearty breakfast at Dahoam by Sarina before preparing for the journey home. You can relax the whole way back as the Austrian and Bavarian Alps pass by, ensuring you arrive back home rested and relaxed. Returning with fresh mountain memories and serious bragging rights, you will be fully warmed up for a fresh ski season with Army Outdoor Recreation!