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Gastein Valley
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My Gastein experience
Skiing & snowboarding in Gastein
Switch off everyday life, switch on enjoyment: A day of skiing in the Gastein valley works its magic from the very first moment – pure skiing pleasure sets in with your very first turns on Gastein’s diverse runs.
As part of the Ski amadé network, Gastein’s four state-of-the-art ski areas offer access to over 200 kilometres of slopes – and to unforgettable experiences for alpine enthusiasts, sports lovers, families and food lovers. Whether you prefer skiing or snowboarding, freeriding or ski touring: Winter simply feels more intense in Gastein.
Everything you need at a glance
Gastein. More skiing. More winter. More relaxation
Four ski areas, over 200 kilometers of pistes and alpine expanses as far as the eye can see: skiing in Gastein stands for sporty descents, enjoyable moments and genuine relaxation. The mountain railroads combine guaranteed snow, panoramic views and comfort - complemented by the unique interplay of ski & spa.
- 5 peaks, 4 ski areas & 3 towns
- more than 200 km of slopes for all skill levels
- Ski amadé network’s highest ski area at 2,650 m
- Long valley runs & wide panoramic slopes
- Wide range of themed slopes: from children's areas to fun lines, ski movies, freestyle and photo points
- Skiing pleasure from late November to early May
- Untouched powder slopes and freeride-spots
- Cosy mountain huts for fuelling up on regional cuisine
- Modern mountain cable cars and comfortable infrastructure
- A unique ski & spa experience
Four ski resorts, one unforgettable winter experience in Gastein
If you’re spending your winter holiday in the Gastein valley you enjoy maximum variety: as part of the Ski amadé ski association, the region offers access to four ski areas with an extensive selection of slopes and over 200 kilometres of pistes for all skill levels – from leisurely to athletic.
The Dorfgastein-Großarltal ski area combines family friendliness with varied skiing fun: right at the entrance to the valley, the ski mountain delights young and old alike with 70 kilometres of slopes. Several fun activities, practice areas, ski schools and slopes for all skill levels ensure fun, action and unforgettable winter moments.
The Bad Hofgastein-Bad Gastein ski area (Schlossalm-Angertal-Stubnerkogel) is ideal for ambitious skiers, offering plenty of space for carving, long valley runs, modern lifts and spacious panoramic slopes. At the same time, the Angertal valley offers ideal conditions for beginners, those returning to skiing and families, with practice slopes and ski schools.
Nature lovers will find their happy place on the Graukogel, where they can enjoy traditional skiing, while the Sportgastein ski area, with its altitude of up to 2,680 metres, guaranteed snow until spring and freeride paradise with alpine panoramic views, is sure to delight.
Bad Hofgastein-Bad Gastein ski area
The Schlossalm-Angertal-Stubnerkogel ski area offers long valley runs for carving and wide panoramic slopes, complemented by easy beginner areas and ski schools at Angertal.
- Schlossalm-Angertal-Stubnerkogel ski area
- 2 GASTI snow parks
- slopes for all skill levels
- funslope, snow park, family park, Skimovie track and Speedline
- Highlights: "Die Nord" (the longest run in the province of Salzburg, early morning skiing,
new mountain restaurant Hirsch & Maus with indoor children's play area
Dorfgastein-Großarltal ski area
Family-friendly and packed with fun features, the Dorfgastein-Großarltal ski circuit is ideal for fun-filled ski days with children, combined with special winter experiences.
- ski area at Fulseck, connecting Dorfgastein and Großarl
- GASTI snow park
- funline and snow park
- family-friendly slopes including the family line
- sporty runs
- mountain huts for cosy breaks
- highlights: magical snow evenings and winter mountain cart rides
Sportgastein | Bad Gastein
High-alpine, sporty and wide-ranging, Sportgastein stands out with an excellent freeride terrain, sunny skiing and alpine highlights at over 2,600 metres.
- highest ski area in Ski amadé (2,650m)
- sporty runs across 24 kilometres of slopes
- freeride paradise
- sunny skiing well into spring
- highlight: summit breakfast
Graukogel | Bad Gastein
The Graukogel stands for authentic skiing on natural snow – quiet, sporty and close to nature, with ski touring routes and a truly alpine atmosphere.
- natural-snow ski area with 14 kilometres of slopes
- sporty runs for advanced skiers
- ski touring routes
- highlights: natural snow, ski touring paradise, Swiss stone pine forest
Winter highlights in Gastein
The best thing about skiing? The stop at the mountain hut.
Mountain cuisine
Ski & enjoy
Skiing in the Gastein valley means carving your turns against an impressive mountain backdrop. And afterwards? Stop by a cosy hut or modern mountain restaurant, where typical Alpine specialities perfectly round off your ski day.
Relax after skiing
Ski & spa
In Gastein, après-ski is a remarkably relaxing experience. For instance, after a day on the slopes, the region’s two spas invite you to unwind in Gastein’s famous thermal water – whether you want to kick back with mountain views or enjoy some family fun in the water.
Family skiing in Gastein
Is it your first time on the slopes together with the little ones? The Gastein valley is the perfect place to introduce young talents to skiing in a relaxed atmosphere. Lovingly designed practice areas and children’s parks (GASTI Park Dorfgastein, XXL Gasti Park Angertal & GASTI Park Stubnerkogel) offer the ideal mix of fun and safety. The experienced instructors at the local ski schools know exactly how to help young snow enthusiasts master their first turns in the snow, teaching them the basics during playful and child-friendly lessons.
Your children don’t have their own gear yet? The region’s well-equipped ski rental shops provide everything they need for a fun-filled day on the slopes.
Take the ski bus directly to the cable cars - for free
Top offers & packages
Top offers and packages
Hot springs & white slopes
- min. 3 overnight stays
- 3-day ski pass for Ski amadé
- 1 x 4 hours entry to one of the Gastein thermal baths
Springtime turns and hot springs
- 7 overnight stays
- 6 day ski pass for Ski amadé
- One admission each to Alpentherme Gastein and Felsentherme Bad Gastein
Mountain & Spa variey at Gastein
- 4 nights
- 4-days Mountain & Spa Card
- Your Gastein Moment Summit Book
Alpentherme Hit
- 2 nights
- 2 x all-day tickets to the Alpentherme Bad Hofgastein
- 1 glass of Prosecco with flavor in the restaurant (for adults only)
Mountain & Spa Week
- 7 nights
- 6-Day Mountains & Thermal Baths Card
- Your Gastein Moment Summit Book
More winter experiences in the Gastein valley
Looking for a change of pace? There are countless ways to explore the Gastein valley beyond the ski slopes. A wide network of trails provides a stunning alpine backdrop for cross-country skiing. Numerous winter hiking trails invite all those seeking tranquillity and unspoilt nature. And for families, the snow-sure region offers perfect conditions for fun-filled tobogganing adventures. And after all that winter action? That’s when the warm thermal waters of Gastein provide the most relaxing way to end an eventful day in the snow.
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