The apres ski scene in Schladming is typically Austrian - laid back and great fun! Most Apres ski bars in Schladming are located near the bottom of the Planai, near the gondola station and are all fairly lively until about 7pm.
Schladming is made up of 4 mountains, so depending where you find yourself at 3pm, you'll find an apres bar at the base of each. If you are on the Hochwurzen for example, then the Tauernalm will be your apres ski bar of choice.
If you want to start your apres higher up the mountain, then head to the Almrausch, located at the top of the Planai 6-person chairlift. This umbrella bar serves up the usual drinks, and has live acts add to the atmosphere. Last orders are around 6:30 pm and then you then need to ski back down to the town.
Most of the apres ski action happens at the base of the Planai. For example, the Ho-Tenne Schladming is the largest apres ski hut in Europe. Serving up the usual drinks and typically Austrian apres, this place goes off until 8pm daily.
If you want a slightly more chilled vibe, head to Finale, right next to the base lift station. Warm up with a glass of hot mulled wine or coffee, enjoy the view of the mountain and watch the other skiers conquer the final slope.
In summary, there are plenty of bars, cafes and restaurants dotted around the town and on the mountain, and you'll have a fun time whereever you end up!
