Ski Gastein
Weather at Gastein
Low: 7.4°C / High: 7.4°C
Wind: SW 3 km/h
Recent Snowfall
24 hours: 2 cm
7 days: 80 cm
Snow Depth
Base: 0 cm
Season Total: 99 cm
Resort Status
Resort Overview
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.
Trails & Terrain
Trails
Total Runs
77
Total Area
83km
51.6 miles
Gastein Lift System
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.
Lifts
Total Lifts
25
Lift Types
7
Lift Breakdown
Location & Getting There
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
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