They say that it isn’t size that matters, and for expert skiers that may be true for the SkiWelt. If covering a lot of ground is the aim then SkiWelt is the primary destination in Austria and it certainly measures up, but for advanced skiers who want more of a challenge it is somewhat harder to find given the huge ski area. Only 16km (6%) of the groomed pistes are marked as black runs, with the steeper terrain being focused around the Hohe Salve peak, and one or two of the pistes in Westendorf itself – black run 112 is the steepest in the area.

The best off-piste opportunities are also centred around Hohe Salve and Westendorf, although this is best explored with a guide, and some of the ski schools offer ski touring in the neighbouring peaks. 

Experts keen to show off freestyle skills should head to the large Boarders Playground in Westendorf, which caters for a range of abilities.