Bad Hofgastein

Settled in the middle of the three resorts within the Gastein Valley, Bad Hofgastein makes for the perfect base to explore the extensive ski slopes of the Ski Amadé region.

weather Forecast today: Clear skies

Max temp: 2 °c
Min temp: -10.8 °c
Last snowed: Sun 22 Dec

Last Updated: Thu 26 Dec

weather Forecast today: Clear skies

Max temp: 2 °c
Min temp: -10.8 °c
Last snowed: Sun 22 Dec

Last Updated: Thu 26 Dec

The Ski Club in Bad Hofgastein

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The picturesque spa town has long attracted holidaymakers looking for that combination of great skiing and an array of off slope activities.

One of the most significant draws to Bad Hofgastein is its impressive spa facilities that draw mineral-rich thermal waters from the mountains – perfect for easing those aching muscles after a long day on the slopes. Another draw is the access to the 86km of local pistes above the village that has been transformed following the construction of the Schlossalmbahn gondola, a mammoth project costing €85 million. Add in a further 93km of runs in the rest of the valley‘s three ski areas – all of which are connected by a good bus service – and the variety will keep even the keenest skiers busy for a week.

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Pros and cons

Sunny setting and attractive long runs
Good links to other ski areas in the Gastein Valley
Fantastic resort activities – particularly the spas

Lacks a degree of ski resort ambience
Lower slopes can suffer at the end of the season
Limited challenging slopes for more advanced skiers

On the Slopes

By far the best way to explore this beautiful valley and the impressive slopes is through the Ski Club Freshtracks Holidays that head out to the resort each winter. All are aimed specifically at over-55s and don’t worry – spa trips play a major role in the itinerary!

The main Schlossalm sector above the resort has a network of open blues and reds above the tree-line, which then drop into pretty forests. This is then linked to Stubnerkogel – via the Angertal – directly above Badgastein. Further up the valley lies the snowsure Sportgstein sector and above Dorfgastein down the valley, another 63km of linked pistes can be found, either side of the Fulseck mountain.

For beginners, the best area is located at Angertal, a short bus hop away from the centre of town. From here, progression is generally good across the valley and intermediates have access to a great network of well-groomed slopes. The only things really lacking are real challenges for advanced and expert skiers or boarders – you’ll need to wait for a powder day as most of the blacks are relatively mellow.

In the Resort

Set in sunny, spacious surroundings, the resort of Bad Hofgastein is a quiet spa town set in the heart of the Gastein Valley. The pedestrianised centre has plenty of shops and restaurants and the resort is pleasant to wander around post skiing. It also has excellent bus links to gain access to the other resorts in the valley.

The main attractions away from the slopes are the spas, fuelled by thermal water filtered through the local mountains. As a result, by Austrian standards the après ski is muted, but the Gastein Alm at the end of the day is a good spot from which to grab a cold beer.

Getting to Bad Hofgastein

Salzburg is by far the closest airport, and, in a good run, you’ll be in resort after an hour of driving (or in just under two hours via public transport).

Innsbruck and Munich offer alternatives, but the drive will take around three or four hours respectively.

Salzburg airport: 1 hour (driving) or 2 hours (by public transport)
Innsbruck airport: 3 hours (driving)
Munich airport: 4 hours (driving)
Calais: approximately 14 hours driving (735 miles)

Season Dates

Opens: in stages from Friday 29 November 2024
Closes: 6 April 2025 (skiing in Sportgastein continues until 1 May 2025)

Resort holidays

Bad Hofgastein

Ski & Spa

Sat 04 Jan 2025, 7 Nights

£1395

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Bad Hofgastein

Austrian Achievement

Sun 12 Jan 2025, 7 Nights

£1450

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Bad Hofgastein

Austrian Achievement

Sat 25 Jan 2025, 7 Nights

£1475

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Bad Hofgastein

Austrian Achievement

Sat 22 Feb 2025, 7 Nights

£1575

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Bad Hofgastein

Ski & Spa

Sat 08 Mar 2025, 7 Nights

£1395

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Bad Hofgastein

Ski & Spa Weekend

Thu 20 Mar 2025, 3 Nights

£950

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Max temp	1.9°c	2.1°c	-2.1°c
Min temp	-3.2°c	-2.1°c	-3.2°c
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Max temp	0°c	0.1°c	-3.2°c
Min temp	-4.2°c	-3.2°c	-4.4°c
Feels like temp	-4.2°c	0°c	-3.2°c

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Resort Conditions

Snowfall	Last Snowfall	22/12/2024
Snowfall	Next 3 days	No information
Depths	Upper piste depth	50 cm
Depths	Lower piste depth	25 cm
Snow conditions	Snow quality	Artificial snow
Lifts	Lifts open	15 out of 17
	Resort opening date	Fri 29 Nov 2024
	Resort closing date	Sun 06 Apr 2025

Snow Overview

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Updated 24/12

The last of the excellent snowfall tails off on Christmas eve, before things settle down across the region for the remainder of this week. High pressure dominates throughout, meaning fine, dry and bright conditions are in store for Christmas Day and right the way through to the end of the weekend. A few pockets of cloud and floccons of snow move in to the east of the region on Friday and Saturday, but these won’t make too much of a dent on the snowstick.

Temperatures will be cool, with a freezing line hovering around 1,000m overnight and spiking up to 2,000m during the midday sun – that means highs of 1-3°C can be expected at 1,500m.

Otherwise, things are holding steady with some excellent skiing conditions coming up.

The Ski Club office is closed on Friday 28 December – there will be no overviews published on this date, returning Tuesday 31 December. The Ski Club wishes you a Merry Christmas!

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