Bad Gastein is a ski resort in Austria. It offers around 83 km of marked pistes served by 17 lifts. The skiable terrain rises from 860 m at the base to 2300 m at its highest point, a vertical drop of 1440 m.
The skiing and terrain
Bad Gastein’s pistes break down into 31 km of easy (blue) runs, 49 km of intermediate (red) runs, 3 km of difficult (black) runs. The balanced spread of runs suits mixed-ability groups who want variety.
Who it suits
Intermediates will feel most at home, with confident beginners and advanced skiers both finding plenty to enjoy.
Season and snow
With a summit around 2300 m, the upper slopes hold snow well through the core winter months. As with any resort, snow cover varies year to year, so it is worth confirming conditions close to your trip.
Lift pass and getting there
A day pass costs in the region of €79. For the latest pricing, multi-day deals and opening dates, check the resort’s official channels before you travel. Compare Bad Gastein with other resorts using our ski resort directory.
