Trail rules and warnings for safe cross-country skiing

In Salzburg Lungau region, clear trail rules and important warning signs ensure that every cross-country skier can enjoy a safe and pleasant winter experience.

Two people cross-country skiing on a snowy trail in Salzburger Lungau, surrounded by bare trees under bright sunlight.

Consideration, appropriate speed and compliance with markings and regulations are essential to ensure smooth interaction on the trails.

Three cross-country skiers in red outfits skiing on a groomed snowy trail in Salzburger Lungau under a clear sky.

Trail rules

  • Every cross-country skier must behave in such a way that they do not endanger or harm others!
  • Obey the markings and keep to the prescribed direction of travel!
  • Each double track is a cross-country skiing unit! The right-hand rule applies! (even if several trails run next to each other)
  • Overtake on the left! The skier in front does not have to give way!
  • When meeting, the poles must be kept close to the body
  • In groups: run one behind the other in the right-hand lane!
  • In the case of oncoming traffic, swerve to the right, the person in the uphill lane gives way to the person in the downhill lane!
  • The speed - especially on descents - must be adapted to your ability, the terrain, visibility and the number of people in the lane. If you stop and fall - clear the lane immediately!
  • In the event of an accident, everyone is obliged to provide assistance!
  • Participants in accidents are obliged to provide identification. Do not leave the designated trails

Warnings

  • Pay attention to the avalanche board!
  • Dogs are not allowed on the trails!
  • Cross-country skiing without cross-country skis is not permitted!
  • No daily final inspection of the trails in the evening!
  • Please note that the cross-country ski trail equipment tracks the trails as required and according to the weather conditions.
  • Road, trail and slope crossings must be used with caution!
  • No liability can be accepted for accidents of any kind!
  • Please take care of our environment!
  • Image from the interactive map
Two people cross-country skiing on a snowy trail in Salzburger Lungau, surrounded by trees and mountains under a clear blue sky.

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