Gastein

Ski Gastein

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The Gastein Valley encompasses three distinct ski areas: Bad Gastein, Bad Hofgastein, and Sportgastein, combining to create a magnificent Alpine destination. With 208 kilometers of groomed slopes reaching heights of 2,686 meters, the resort offers extensive skiing across varied terrain. The historic spa town of Bad Gastein, with its Belle Époque architecture and natural thermal springs, adds a unique dimension to the skiing experience, blending winter sports with wellness traditions dating back centuries.

Live Gastein Webcams

Stubnerkogel mountain station II

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Elevation: 2233m / 7326ft

The stubnerkogel webcam offers spectacular views from the summit station, where you can monitor conditions on the challenging high-alpine terrain. Watch as skiers tackle the varied runs while taking in panoramic views of Bad Gastein's historic spa town below.

The resort's 49 modern lifts connect multiple skiing areas, providing seamless access to diverse terrain across the valley. The lift system includes high-speed gondolas and chairlifts, efficiently serving all skill levels from nursery slopes to challenging black runs. The Stubnerkogel-Angertal-Schlossalm ski circuit, the valley's largest interconnected area, is particularly well-served with modern infrastructure capable of transporting 50,000 skiers per hour.

Gastein Lift System
Total Ski Lifts = 25
Aerial Tram
1
Aerial Tram
Gondola
7
Gondola
6-Person Chair
1
6-Person Chair
Quad Chair
3
Quad Chair
Double Chair
2
Double Chair
T-Bar
4
T-Bar
Surface Lift
7
Surface Lift

Gastein Resort Elevation

7546ft2300mResort Summit4724ft1440mVertical Drop2822ft860mResort Base
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Trails

Total Runs

77

Total Area

83km

51.6 miles

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner
37%
Intermediate
60%
Advanced
3%
Expert
0%
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Location

Situated in Austria's Salzburgerland region, Gastein Valley lies just 90 kilometers south of Salzburg. The resort's three main centers each offer distinct characters: Bad Gastein impresses with its historic grandeur and waterfalls, Bad Hofgastein provides a more intimate village atmosphere, and Dorfgastein offers family-friendly charm. Regular train services connect the valley to major Austrian cities, while the resort's proximity to Salzburg Airport (80-minute transfer) makes it easily accessible for international visitors.

Gastein

, austria

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Season Info

Gastein's ski season runs from early December through mid-April, with optimal conditions from January to March. The resort's high-altitude terrain, particularly in Sportgastein, ensures reliable snow conditions throughout the winter. Advanced snowmaking systems complement natural snowfall across 85% of slopes, while the north-facing aspects help maintain snow quality. The microclimate of the Hohe Tauern mountains typically delivers consistent snowfall, averaging 250cm annually.

Current Season

2024 - 2025

Opening Day

11/28/2024

Closing Day

4/5/2025

Days Open

129

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Annual Snowfall

Metric

4m

400cm

Imperial

13.1ft

157in

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