Ski school directly in the Wasserkuppe ski area

You can easily book your course at the ski school online using our inquiry form. We will check your request with our ski instructors and get back to you as soon as possible.

You will find Skischule Märchenwiesen right next to the Zauberteppich. You can find your way around the ski area on our piste map.

Please pay your ski ticket and the fees for rented ski equipment directly at the respective location. A ski lift ticket is not included in the price of the rental equipment.

Ski and snowboard courses take place daily during the vacations (Thuringia, Hesse & Bavaria) - in the mornings and afternoons if there is sufficient snow. Outside the vacations, the courses take place regularly on Saturdays and Sundays. Group requests can be planned individually. The exact starting times (usually 10:30 am or 1:00 pm) depend on the weather and capacity utilization.

The courses last as follows:

Taster course: 2 hours

One-day course: 2 × 2.5 hours (incl. break)

2-day course: 2x 2 hours (on 2 consecutive days, e.g. Sat (2 x 2 hours) and Sun (2 x 2 hours)

Private lesson: individually on request (min. 1 hour)

As a rule, groups are divided up according to age and riding ability so that everyone is optimally looked after.

You can hire your equipment conveniently on site without making a reservation. The rental station is located in the immediate vicinity of the ski school. Please allow sufficient time (between 15 and 60 minutes depending on capacity) for the rental. Ski hire is provided by Wiegand Erlebnisberge GmbH and not by the Märchenwiesen Ski School. Further information about ski rental

No, the equipment is charged separately, but can be conveniently booked at the ski rental shop.

Ski suit, gloves and helmet are compulsory. Helmets can be borrowed if required. Ski pants or a ski jacket must be brought along and cannot be rented.

Please pay your ski ticket and the fees for rented ski equipment directly at the respective location. A ski lift ticket is not included in the price of the rental equipment.

Yes, English-language courses or English-speaking teachers are available if you book in good time (at least 2 weeks in advance). We offer individual lessons and group courses (from 6 people).

Yes, of course. You can also get private lessons. Just give us a call or send us an e-mail.

You can pay for the ski course conveniently in cash on site or by bank transfer in advance.

At least 60 to 90 minutes before the start of the course, so that there is enough time for registration, changing and, if necessary, renting equipment. Meeting point is at the Märchenwiese ski school (directly at the Zauberteppich).

Ski school is only possible for children aged 6 and over

Yes, both group courses and individual lessons for adults - from beginners to those returning to the sport. Group courses take place regularly at fixed times. Individual lessons on request.

Booking request directly via the request form on the website. In the high season, we recommend booking at least 1 to 2 weeks in advance. Please note: Sending your request does not constitute a booking or registration confirmation.

Spontaneous participation is possible if places are available. As a rule, it is advisable to register at least 1 to 2 weeks in advance.

The ski season depends on the snow conditions. It's best to check the opening times.

Courses take place in almost all conditions. They are only canceled or postponed in the event of storms, rain or a lack of snow. But this happens very rarely.

First steps in the snow, getting up, braking, balance, first attempts at gliding. Goal: fun in the snow and a safe feeling on skis. We coordinate with the course participants and find a suitable learning pace so that everyone is happy and has fun.

The taster course for children and adults focuses on the Zauberteppich. The use of the drag lift is also practiced during the day course. We check at the start of the course whether the use of the drag lift should be practiced. Alternatively, we also ski uphill with the Wie-Li.

Yes, you can easily order vouchers for the ski school using the order form on our website.