Winter in Gastein
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The New Stubnerkogel Bahn
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Great resort for families
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Ice climbing at Bockstein
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Deep powder off piste skiing
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Cross country skiing
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Winter walking
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Stubnerkogel suspension bridge
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Modern lift system
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Meet Gasti in Gastein
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Perfect pistes
Winter Essentials
- 200km of Piste
- Modern Lift System
- Cross Country Skiing
- Cosy Ski Huts
- Winter Walking
- Ice Climbing
- Sledge Runs
- Ice Skating
Whether carving the piste, riding powder, enjoying the cross country skiing or one the other many activities, Bad Gastein is one of best winter destinations in Austria
Snow Sports
Skiing & Snowboarding
The winter snow in the Gastein Valley transforms the area into one of the finest and most beautiful ski regions in Salzburgerland. Here are some highlights!
- 200km of ski piste in the valley.
- Ideal for high mileage intermediates but with pistes for advanced skiers and boarders
- Excellent back country and off piste opportunities
- 44 modern lifts constantly being improved
- High snow sure resort at 2600m
- World class competitions with the FIS Snowboard World Cup and Red Bull Play Streets
- Part of Ski Amade - you lift pass in Gastein covers all 860km of it!!!
The Gastein Valley is renowned for its skiing but don't take our word for it, click the links below for further information:
- Ski Gastein Website - information about skiing in the Gastein Valley
- Bad Gastein Piste Map - all the pistes, lifts and prices. Contact us for specific recommendations.
- Ski Hire - We have tried many ski hire shops in
Bad Gastein and are pleased that our favourite Ski Hire Lederer are now our ski rental partner. They have some great skis, speak English and offer a really great service.
As our partners, they offer all our guests a 10% discount on ski or snowboard hire.
Cross Country Skiing
There are extensive cross country ski tracks all through the valley from Dorfgastein to Sportgastein. If it's something you've not tried before, leave your downhill skis at home and take a lesson, discounted with your Gastein Card.
- Equipment & Instruction - we recommend Langlauf-Sportschle Gastein, excellent, friendly instructors & great equipment.
Winter Walking
Take yourself away from the action of the piste and wander through the untouched snowy woods in the Gasteinertal.
Winter walking using snow shoes is a popular activity and Sport Gastein is the perfect location. Hire your own shoes and either take a guide or yourself into the winter wonderland.
- For further a guided walk or to hire equipment info please contact Langlauf-Sportschle Gastein.
Ice Climbing & Winter Mountaineering
For the more adventurous, there are countless waterfalls around Bockstein and Sportgastein which are frozen in winter. A playground for ice climbers! If you're really keen, there are several 3000+m peaks in the area which are snow capped all year round.
- The Bergsteigen Website has plenty of information regarding all types of climbing.
Other Winter Activities
Not interested in skiing? No problem, Gastein has many other activities to offer:
- Sledging
- Ice Skating
- Horse-drawn sleigh rides
- Curling
- Lama Trekking
- Night Walks
If you would like more information about these or any other activities in the Gastein Valley, please contact us.
Gastein Card
As our guests, you will receive a Gastein Card during your holiday for free. The card gives countless discounts on attractions throughout the valley from the lifts to the spas, from the cross country lessons to winter walking! Here is the info:
