Lockers at Ski Depots in Austria: 5 Reasons to Rent One!
When it comes to skiing holidays, it’s all about enjoying a relaxed experience. More and more people are discovering how convenient it is to rent a locker at ski depots such as Skidepot Natrun in Maria Alm, located right by the gondola. This handy option comes with many benefits that will make your skiing holiday much easier. In this blog, we’ll give you 5 reasons why renting a locker is a great choice!
1. No More Lugging
One of the main advantages of a locker is that you don’t have to lug your ski gear around every day. Instead of dragging everything back and forth between your accommodation and the slopes, you can safely and neatly leave your skis, boots, and other equipment in a locker. This allows you to stroll to the lift without feeling like a pack mule! Especially if you're travelling with children, a locker is an absolute must.
2. Dry Ski Boots
In terms of this benefit, it’s good to know how the lockers work. The ski depot in Maria Alm is heated, but the lockers themselves are only dried, for energy efficiency and environmental reasons. They contain ski boot dryers with small vents where air flows out. This air is at the temperature of the depot room, so while the boots are dried, they are not actively heated. However, this still offers a big advantage: your boots dry overnight, so you don’t have to start the day with cold, damp boots. Not only does this add extra comfort, but it also helps prevent blisters and other discomforts caused by wet boots.
3. Security
Additionally, as mentioned earlier, you can safely store your belongings in a locker. This means you don’t have to worry about your ski gear, which is often a significant investment. The lockers at Skidepot Natrun are equipped with a locking system, either with a key or a digital code, ensuring your belongings remain secure.
4. Time-Saving
Since your equipment is already stored in the lockers by the gondola, you save time in the morning. This means you can sleep in for another ten minutes or enjoy an extra coffee at breakfast. You won’t have to deal with loading the car or walking to the ski bus with heavy skis. You can simply hop on the lift and enjoy the fresh snow on the slopes.
Not only do you save time in the morning, but after an intensive day on the slopes, it’s a treat to take off your ski boots immediately and slip into comfortable walking shoes. Thanks to the lockers, you no longer have to walk far in your stiff ski boots, which also saves time!
5. Perfect for Large Groups
Lastly, lockers are often spacious and offer enough room to store the ski gear of several people. This makes them ideal for large groups, such as families or friends. Often, you can rent one locker together, allowing you to leave all your gear in the same place.
Renting a Heated Locker
Most Austrian ski resorts offer lockers at their gondola stations. Renting a locker can often be done easily on-site or in advance online. In the villages where ChaletsPlus properties are rented, you can find such lockers in Maria Alm at Skidepot Natrun, right at the valley station of the Natrunbahn, as well as in Hochkrimml at Sport 2000 Lachmayer, in Saalbach-Hinterglemm at Sport Heugenhauser, and in Königsleiten at the KIG building!
Treat Yourself
All in all, lockers at gondola stations are a luxury! Whether you’re travelling solo, with family, or with a group of friends, every skier should treat themselves to this convenience!