Winterberg at a glance
- Ideal for
- Beginners and families: three learning zones
- A day or a weekend from the Ruhr and the Netherlands
- Night skiing two or three evenings a week
- Less suitable if
- Reliable natural snow: 43 runs out of 60 on artificial snow
- Advanced skiers: short runs, 180 m of vertical drop
- Anyone avoiding crowds: queues on fine-weather weekends
Weather, snow and webcams in Winterberg
MET Norway forecast, updated daily at 1 am and 9 am.
Where to stay in Winterberg
Am Waltenberg and Herrloh
Street leading to the slopes: rental shops, schools, Kinderland
See accommodation →Neuastenberg (Postwiese)
Funpark, sledging and night skiing · ski bus to Winterberg
See accommodation →Recommended hotels for your budget
Comfort
Upscale
What to do in Winterberg besides skiing
Winterberg piste map and ski area
Beginners: Herrloh (three lifts) and a 10,000 m² Kinderland with magic carpet · schools on site
OpenSkiMap data · © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), unofficial. Official piste map
Winterberg lift pass prices
| Lift pass | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| Skiliftkarussell · 1 day | €53 | €30 |
| 3 days · with Willingen | €136 | €77 |
| Skiliftkarussell · 6 days | €224 | €128 |
| Night skiing · from 6:30pm | €32 | €20 |
2026-2027 prices · Free up to age 5 with a paying adult · free ski bus with the lift pass · consecutive days only · official ticket office
Ski rental and lessons in Winterberg
Book your skis before you go
- 1 Skiset shop in Winterberg, near the lifts
- Equipment, shop and dates chosen online, in a few minutes
Skiset (1 shop) and local rental shops at the car parks and access points · book online before you arrive
Ski lessons and schools
| Lessons (2026-2027 season) | Price |
|---|---|
| Children's group, 5 days (2h30 a day) | €345 |
| Children's group, 1 day (2h30) | €85 |
| Adult group, 3 days (2h30 a day) | €230 |
Groups from age 5 in the school's children's area at Herrloh, with magic carpet and drag lift · Lift pass not included; you usually need one from the 2nd day of lessons.
When to ski in Winterberg
Best time: Late December to early March
Getting to Winterberg
On site
Am Kurpark 4, 59955 Winterberg
Where to eat and unwind in Winterberg
Bei Möppi, at the foot of the Poppenberg, parties on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays after night skiing
Restaurants in the resort
Sauerland cuisine, cheese or meat fondues, pork hock
📍 Kurpark (centre)Restaurant of the Hessenhof hotel, regional cuisine
📍 Am Waltenberg65 savoury or sweet pancakes; no booking in winter
📍 Am WaltenbergSeasonal and regional dishes, Mediterranean-style
📍 Hauptstraße (centre)Après-ski at the foot of the Poppenberg, kitchen open 12pm to 9pm
📍 In der Büre 32Mountain restaurants
Spa and relaxation
Five saunas and a Balinese garden, open to non-residents
Entry from €1625 m pool, swimsuit sauna, at the Oversum
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Frequently asked questions
When does Winterberg open?
The resort plans to open in late November or early December 2026, if snow and cold allow. No fixed date: artificial snow needs at least -2°C, ideally -4°C. Check the snow report before you book.
Can you get to Winterberg without a car?
Yes. From Dortmund, the RE57 runs to Winterberg without a change in 1h44. After that the ski bus is free with the lift pass, from the station to the Nordhang stop, then on to Altastenberg and Neuastenberg.
How much does the lift pass cost?
For the 2026-2027 season, the 1-day pass costs €53 (adult) and €30 (child up to 15) from 9am. Six days: €224 and €128. Children up to 5 ski free with a paying adult.
Is Winterberg suitable for beginners?
Yes, it is its strong point: three beginner lifts at Herrloh, a 10,000 m² Kinderland with magic carpet, a chairlift on the easy run at Altastenberg and ski schools at the foot of the slopes.
What is the altitude of Winterberg?
The ski area runs from 602 m (Kappe) to 813 m (Brembergkopf). The Kahler Asten, which towers at 841 m, is not skiable. This is low mountain terrain: no glacier.
What is the best time to ski in Winterberg?
From late December to early March, when it is cold enough to make snow. The resort announces a season from mid-December to mid-March, sometimes closing in late March. On weekdays, it is less crowded.
Sources and method
Resort profile: skiliftkarussell.de, winterberg.de, snowtrex.de
Lifts: skiliftkarussell.de
Lift passes: skiliftkarussell.de
Snow and season: skiliftkarussell.de, winterberg.de
Ski area: skiliftkarussell.de
Getting there: winterberg.de, skiliftkarussell.de
Accommodation: winterberg.de
Equipment rental: skiliftkarussell.de, skiset.com
Restaurants and activities: skiliftkarussell.de
Webcams: skiliftkarussell.de
Reports: skiliftkarussell.de, winterberg.de
Runs and lifts: OpenSkiMap · © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Terrain: Mapzen Terrain Tiles (AWS Open Data). Forecasts: MET Norway (CC BY 4.0). Snow on the ground: Deutscher Wetterdienst (CC BY 4.0). Schools, restaurants, spas and practical information: venue websites and tourist office.
Photos: dronepicr, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons · Dominicus Johannes Bergsma, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons · Thomas Dahlstrøm Nielsen, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons · Thomas Dahlstrøm Nielsen, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons · Photo Jan van der Wolf / Pexels · Tdn70, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons.
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