Ski holidays to Bad Gastein
Bad Gastein, part of the Gastein Valley, located in Salzburger Land, welcomes skiers of all levels, from beginners to experts, unique ski areas with countless blue, red and black slopes. In total, these stretch over approximately 200 km of piste, making it easy for everyone to choose the Gastein ski area. Bad Gastein is part of Ski Amadé, which gives you the opportunity to ski 760 km of slopes.
Bad Gastein: Part of Ski Amadé
Bad Gastein is an essential component of the great skiing mecca, Ski Amadé. With 760 kilometers of slopes spread across various difficulty levels, the area ensures an experience for all skiers of all levels. Ski Amadé is a hodgepodge of Austrian ski destinations, including Wagrain and Schladming, which many skiers choose to explore as part of their ski holidays in Bad Gastein. The ski buses are free and you can get around the areas relatively quickly.
Gastein is 6 ski areas that are not far from each other, the 6 areas are Sportgastein, Graukogel, Bad Gastein, Bad Hofgastein, Schlossalm and Dorfgastein.
Ski amadé
With the Ski amadé lift pass, you get access to 760 kilometers of slopes and 270 ski lifts across the five Austrian ski areas Salzburger Sport World, Gastein, Hochkönig, Großarl Valley and Schladming-Dachstein.
Schlossalm-Angertal-Stubnerkogel ski area
The Schlossalm-Angertal-Stubnerkogel ski area is the ideal choice for a family ski holiday, to put it bluntly, it’s the ski area you come up to when you take the main lifts in Bad Gastein. Not only are there slopes of all difficulty levels, there is a large practice area for beginners and those who want to get back into skiing for the first time or just get going after a long summer break. When skiing or snowboarding in Gastein, a visit to one of the many mountain huts is a must. Here the motto is: stop, relax and gather energy for more skiing.
Sportgastein ski area
Sportgastein is located at an altitude of 1,590-2,650 meters, making it the highest ski area in Skiamadé. It’s a ski area that can be accessed by a short bus ride and from here you can get up via the Goldbergbahn and Kreuzkogel lift. Here you have 24 kilometers of slopes ranging from medium to difficult.
Sportgastein: Freeride in powder and deep snow
Sportgastein, perfect snow conditions – powder snow and deep snow – is the perfect place for those who want to experience freeride. But that’s not all you’ll find here: We recommend the three tracks Golden Powder, Golden Rush and Golden Ride, which allow you to test Gastein’s most wild ski area!
After about 1000 meters of altitude and powdery fun, you reach the valley floor of Sportgastein, where you can drink a few beers or get something to eat.
Graukogel ski area
The Graukogel ski area, located at an altitude between 1,079 m and 2,007 m, is the perfect choice for those who love natural snow. With good slopes, it is a true paradise for skiers.
Graukogel is known for the slightly more challenging slopes that glide through the breathtaking landscape. The majority of the 14 km of slopes are located in the forest area, providing protection from the wind and ensuring good orientation, even in bad weather. In addition, these slopes are carefully groomed to ensure the best skiing experience.
Dorfgastein-Großarl: A family-friendly ski area
Another family-friendly ski area is the Dorfgastein-Großarl ski area. It also offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, but there are also other winter activities on offer off the slopes. You can easily get from Bad Gastein to Dorfgastein by ski bus.
Snow conditions in Bad Gastein
The Bad Gastein valley has an impressive altitude for Austria, up to 2,686m, there are also 800 snow cannons covering 85% of the slopes. Snow conditions are therefore always excellent, ensuring a fantastic skiing experience.
Cross country skiing in Bad Gastein
Bad Gastein doesn’t just offer alpine skiing. Gasteinertal, the valley where Bad Gastein is located, is home to around 45 kilometers of cross-country ski trails that run through the picturesque valley. The trails are of varying levels of difficulty, ensuring that there are cross-country trails for all levels so you can find a trail to suit your skills.
Felsentherme Spa
After a long day on the slopes, the Felsentherme spa is the perfect place. This spa area has everything you need to completely relax. Here you can sit in a large outdoor heated pool with views of the snow-capped mountains. There are also several saunas, as well as children’s and family areas with water slides. If you’re looking for a quieter experience, there’s a quiet zone available and massage treatments are also offered for the ultimate relaxation.
Airports near Bad Gastein
Salzburg is the closest airport and in good conditions you can be in Bad Gastein after an hour’s drive, or just under two hours by public transportation. Innsbruck and Munich are alternatives, but the drive will take around three or four hours.
- Salzburg Airport: 1 hour (by car) or 2 hours (by public transport)
- Innsbruck Airport: 3 hours (drive)
- Munich Airport: 4 hours (drive)
Number of slopes in Bad gastein
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Aprés-ski in Bad Gastein
Compared to nearby Bad Hofgastein, Bad Gastein offers a much more lively après-ski experience. From the early afternoon until the early hours of the night you can find bars, sports bars and even an excellent casino.
Bellvue Alm
Make a stop at this impressive umbrella bar for outdoor (or indoor) Aprés-ski, it’s the perfect place to start up with a few beers. With a welcoming atmosphere and views of the breathtaking mountain scenery, Bellvue Alm provides a great starting experience.
Haggblom’s Bar
Haggblom’s Bar is the place for those who love to party until the late hours of the night. Here you’ll find live performances from international artists, DJs, and theme nights to keep the party going all night long.
Leather pants bar
Lederhosenbar – the smallest but most festive Austrian après ski bar. Here you can experience live music. It’s a bar where you can have a high-energy evening, dance to catchy tunes and meet people from all over the world – it’s also the bar where many Danes go, because when Lederhosen closes, it’s on to Silver Bullet.
Silver Bullet Bar
Silver Bullet Bar is the most popular bar in the city. There is almost always live music on the program, as well as a wide selection of snacks to satisfy afternoon cravings.
Places to eat in Bad Gastein
Bad Gastein has a fantastic selection of around 40 restaurants, with something for every taste and budget. Most places are fairly traditional Alpine huts, but there are a growing number of international options including Chinese, Italian and Mexican. Several of them are also located up on the slopes.
Ginger & Gin
Located inside the casino, this restaurant has a fantastic Asian menu, as well as other options like steak, ribs and fish. In addition, you can also taste around 100 types of gin.
The Drop Inn
In the middle of Bad Gastein, The Drop Inn is the perfect place for a varied international menu with a relaxed atmosphere, friendly staff and a good selection of drinks.
The Corner
If you’re looking for a restaurant that’s tasty and value for money, this is the place. As the only sports bar in Bad Gastein, things can get lively, there’s a pool table and a dartboard. The pizza here is recommended by many, again at a great price.
Hotels in Bad Gastein
Family hotel Sonngastein
Familienhotel Sonngastein is a family hotel located in the center of Bad Gastein. This family-run 4-star hotel offers Austria’s largest indoor children’s play area, an extensive wellness area and a free shuttle service to the Stubnerkogel/Schlossalm ski area. It provides the perfect mix of fun and relaxation. With unrivaled service and a wide range of facilities, Familienhotel Sonngastein is an obvious choice for families looking to experience the best of Bad Gastein.
Hotel Salzburger Hof
Hotel Salzburger Hof offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. With two spa areas and an indoor swimming pool, this hotel is a true haven for those who want to combine their love of skiing with pampering and wellness. The hotel’s location is convenient, making it easy for guests to take advantage of all the experiences Bad Gastein has to offer.
Alpine Spa Hotel Haus Hirt
Alpine Spa Hotel Haus Hirt, located just 700 meters from the center of Bad Gastein, is known for its uncompromising comfort and luxury. The hotel features free WiFi, a panoramic pool and a stylish spa area. With its unique combination of traditional Austrian charm and modern facilities, Alpine Spa Hotel Haus Hirt is the ideal place for those seeking an exclusive and relaxing ski vacation experience.
Design Hotel Miramonte
Design Hotel Miramonte presents itself as the Berlin of Bad Gastein – young, fresh and modern. The hotel is located at the foot of the Graukogel and only an 8-10 minute walk from the city center. This boutique hotel has a trendy and creative design that appeals to young people and couples. With its unique decor and innovative approach to hospitality, Design Hotel Miramonte is the perfect place for ski travelers looking for something a little out of the ordinary.
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Prices in Bad Gastein
Pris på Liftkort
6-day lift pass costs 2,740 DKK for an adult.
6-day lift pass costs 2,050 DKK for a child born between 2006-2008
6-day lift pass costs 1,365 DKK for a child born between 2009-2018
You can book at skiamade.com. As a family of 4, you can quickly save up to 80 euros by booking online well in advance.
Pris på skileje
Ski equipment rental for adults for 6 days from 700 DKK.
Adult snowboard rental for 6 days from 700 DKK.
There can be a lot of money to save, in fact up to 65% by booking well in advance and online. You can rent ski equipment in Bad Gastein, via Alpy.
En god Restaurant
Bad Gastein is full of restaurants, just choose between Pizzeria Angelo, Ginger n’Gin, Orania Stüberl, Gasteiner Wirtshaus or something else entirely.
Bad Gastein piste map
Video from Bad Gastein
FAQ - Questions for Bad Gastein
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What is Bad Gastein known for?
It is the most well-known ski area in Gastein among Danes. This is Aprés-ski the way we like it - with a bit of speed. They are known for their freeride in Sportgastein, which is then topped off with their Red Bull Playstreets events, which attract the best freestyle skiers from around the world. In addition, there is the Felsentherme, a spa and wellness center.
Which airports are the closest to Bad Gastein?
Salzburg, 96 km - 1 hour and 15 minutes
Innsbruck, 196 km - 3 hours
Munich, 263 km - 3 hours approx.