We feel co-responsible for the development of our home. A good cooperation with the local inhabitans is our goal. | © Planai

ABOUT US

Our vision


Planai-Hochwurzen-Bahnen is a pioneering flagship enterprise which offers outstanding leisure experience and turns customers into fans.

We are a reliable partner and exercise our regional responsibility as an equal.

The company's long-term economic success is underpinned by its seasoned and committed employees, who will also help us to achieve our goals.



This is Planai-Hochwurzen-Bahnen GmbH

  • The Planai-Hochwurzen-Bahnen GmbH company was established in 1970.
  • The company's total turnover inits 2016/17 financial year amounted to approximately EUR 45 million.
  • With up to 410 employees - of whom 230 are employed year-round - the Planai is the largest company in the upper Enns Valley. Per year 3-5 apprentices start their training in our company.
  • Since 1995 alone the company has invested around € 200 million.
  • With around 700 items, snow is guaranteed on the Planai & Hochwurzen by the largest array of snowmaking equipment in Austria.
  • Annually 2.01 million guests visit the Planai-Hochwurzen Bahnen.
  • All in all there are 31 cable cars and lifts in operation.
  • With women accounting for 28% of its workforce, Planai leads the field among cable car operators in the Alps.
  • Lines of business: Planai, Hochwurzen, Galsterberg, Dachstein, Planai Bus/Travelling, Planai Catering Trade, Der Wilde Berg Mautern, Kartrace Schladming
  • Specials: Hopsiland Planai, Dachstein Suspension Bridge, Dachstein Ice Palace and much more
  • Director: Dir. Georg Bliem




The Planai-Hochwurzen Bahnen GmbH family:

Dachstein - Dachstein glacier | © Johannes Absenger
Der Dachstein The leading destination - in summer & winter!
Galsterberg - Skiing fun at Pruggern | © Christine Höflehner
Galsterberg The family & training ski mountain in Pruggern!
Bus travelling Planai | © shooting-star.at
Planai Bus Our bus fleet of 13 buses will get you there!
Der Wilde Berg Mautern
Der Wilde Berg Mautern Rendezvous with Alpine fauna & birds of prey!
Ski Rock Cafe | © Planai
Gastro Planai Dachstein Restaurant, Manege Après Ski Bar, Ski-Rock Cafe!
Planai Panorama | © Johannes Absenger
Planai & Hochwurzen World Championship skiing in the Schladming-Dachstein region!


One team - lots of happy guests!