Bad Gastein
Overview
Badgastein sits at the top of the Gastein valley and along with Bad Hofgastein offers a large ski area ideal for intermediates and above. There are beginners ski slopes in the village of Badgastein next to the main Gondola and some good blues on the Schlossalm and Stubnerkogel. Great for on and off piste skiing and in Badgastein the apres ski scene is a big draw for young party goers.
Offslope/apres ski
Badgastein is a mecca for apres ski lovers. Also for off slope diversions the Thermal Spa facilities are very good.
Overview
Yet another Austrian resort that is under used and under valued by UK skiers. We seldom get asked for Badgastein and considering the snow record and the extensive ski area it is suprising. It makes an ideal base for ski weekends and short breaks at affordable prices.
At a glance
- Pistes:
- 250 kms
- Resort height:
- 1000metres
- Top station:
- 2686 metres
Suitability
Positives
- Extensive ski area
- Reliable snow
- Thermal spas
- Varied slopes
Negatives
- Valley split into 5 areas
- Not ideal for beginners
- Quite a confined setting
Hotel Post is a great little adults-only hotel near the base of Bad Gastein’s village. There are a couple of ways to get to the centre of town and the...
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The MONDI Hotel Bellevue’s a great pick for a family ski hols in Bad Gastein. With perks like a free kids’ club and fab spa facilities, you’ll be in for...
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Elisabethpark Hotel is in the centre of Bad Gastein, so it’s the ideal spot if you like to join the buzz of a place when off the mountain. They have...
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CESTA GRAND sits in a peaceful riverside spot in Badbruck, in the Gastein Valley. A short drive away from the centre of the resort, this is a great choice if...
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If you like beautiful views then add the Alpenblick to your shortlist. Location-wise, it’s a little bit out of town, so you can spend quiet evenings simply relaxing and enjoying...
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The Salzburger Hof’s been one of Bad Gastein’s top hotels since it was built back in 1889. It’s just a few minutes’ walk from the lifts, and between its restaurants,...
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