Gastein Valley

Ski holiday in Gastein – at the centre of Ski amadé

When it comes to a winter holiday in Gastein, the various ski regions of Dorfgastein, Bad Hofgastein and Bad Gastein come to mind. They are all part of the connected Ski amadé ski area in the province of Salzburg and in Styria. However, there are many other kinds of winter sports and leisure time activities waiting for guests visiting the Gastein Valley

Winter activities in Gastein

Winter hiking, ice climbing, cross-country skiing and riding are only a few of the activities beyond the slopes. Take a deep breath, enjoy the silence and the sight of the snow-covered mountains. Or book yourself a horse-drawn carriage ride! Those looking to tackle their holiday in a more athletic manner can discover the solitude of the white fairytale scenery while cross-country skiing or snowshoeing.

Tobogganing with the entire family or spending a day in one of the two spas can be a great alternative to skiing.

Summer holiday in Gastein – province of Salzburg

Imagine the perfect summer day in the Austrian mountains: grass tickling your toes, the wind in your hair and the chiming of cowbells in your ear, immersing your hands in cool, sweeping water, drinking clear spring water; milk, still warm, fresh from the cow, the crackling of flavoursome bread; the magnificent summits of the Alps in sight. Discover all of that and much more on your summer holiday in the Gastein Valley in the province of Salzburg! Treat yourself and your family to an unforgettable time together.

Hike on 350 km of marked trails across mountain pastures or conquer alpine summits accompanied by mountain guides from Gastein. The High Tauern National Park is a true treasure trove for aficionados of the Alpine world!

Enjoy the homemade delicacies by the dairymaids of the 55 mountain pastures in Gastein, which are farmed from June until late autumn, with your appetite whet by fresh mountain air. Families will treasure the child-friendly mountain pastures, which can also be reached quite easily with Gastein’s mountain railways, and the exciting experiences of the GASTI-Club.

Race across the country with your bicycle or mountain bike on family-friendly routes or challenging mountain bike trails! Maybe you’d like to try your hand at archery instead or play a game of tennis? Above all, enjoy the most beautiful days of the year – enjoy your summer holiday in Gastein in the province of Salzburg!