Current Information about the Corona Virus

Here, you will find information on the current situation in Gastein.

per 3.6.2020

Will public events be held?

In order to contain the spread of the coronavirus, numerous public events which had been scheduled to happen in Austria during 2020 will now not take place. You can find an overview of all canceled and postponed events here.

Where can I get Information to the Corona Virus in Austria?

Under the following links you will find regularly updated general information:

How do I behave if I supsect an Infection?

In this case, please contact the Austrian-wide health service directly and exclusively by telephone on the number 1450.


Be sure to avoid public spaces, do not visit a doctor’s office and do not use public transport.

Are the Austrian borders open again?

The borders to Germany, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary and Slovenia will be open from June 4th 2020.

Which businesses, tourist attractions, recreational opportunities, etc. are open?

A full list of the infrastructure in Gastein Valley including opening times can be found here. Due to the current situation, this information is occasionally subject to change.

How has the schedule for the summer mountain lifts in Gastein Valley been affected?

The operating schedule below is planned for the Gastein lifts:

  • From 12.06. - 13.06., 20.06. - 21.06. & 27.06. - 28.06.2020 the Gipfelbahn-Fulseck is open to the middle station.
  • As of Thursday, 11 June, at least one summer lift will begin to run.