Winter paradise Gastein
Mountainsides blanketed deep in snow, blue skies, the jingling of sleigh bells, soothing
relaxation in our hot springs - this is what winter holidays in Gsatein are all about.
• Skiing and snowboarding in Gastein
Some 50 cable cars and ski lifts, along with around 220 kilometers of excellently maintained and snowy slopes, make Gastein Valley one of the most attractive ski areas in the entire province. The optimal elevations and
broad snowmaking coverage of Gasteins ski resort guarantee reliable snow conditions from the end of
November until late April.
Calculate your skipass online with the Skipass-Calculator.
• Cross Country Skiing
Cross-country skiers will find the Gastein valley an incomparable paradise and an ideal alternative to downhill
skiing. The valleys offer many kilometers of optimally prepared routes. The Bad Hofgastein cross-country circuit
leads right past the hotel. The higher cross-country routes offer a greater likelihood of snow and stunning panoramas.
• Skitouren und Schneeschuhwanderungen
For everyone in search of the silence of Mother Nature away from the busy ski slopes, snowshoeing is the
ideal alternative. For centuries, hiking with snowshoes has been the only way to get around in deep snow.
Expert tips from a local guide will help you better navigate the deep snow as you use two modern,
lightweight snowshoes and two poles to trudge through the white countryside.
• Sledding - fun for the whole family
Tobogganing in Gastein is far less laid-back than it tends to be elsewhere. A sledding expedition becomes
a truly special experience if you begin your ride down into the valley after nightfall.
• Other winter sports in Gastein:
Ice skating, curling, winter horseback riding, llama trekking, torchlight hikes, snow biking, tennis, bowling, paragliding, tandem paragliding, ice climbing, ...