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: Light snow

Max temp: 1.8 °c
Min temp: -6.7 °c
Last snowed: Wed 18 Mar

Last Updated: Fri 27 Mar

weather Forecast today: Light snow

Max temp: 1.8 °c
Min temp: -6.7 °c
Last snowed: Wed 18 Mar

Last Updated: Fri 27 Mar

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)

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Top (3200m)

	Fri 27 Mar			Sat 28 Mar			Sun 29 Mar			Mon 30 Mar			Tue 31 Mar			Wed 1 Apr			Thu 2 Apr			Fri 3 Apr			Sat 4 Apr			Sun 5 Apr
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Weather	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Generally clear	Broken clouds	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Light snow	Light snow	Light snow	Light snow	Light snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Snow grains	Snow grains	Snow grains
Wind
Snow expected	2.7 cm	1.4 cm	0.8 cm	0 cm	0 cm	0.5 cm	2.2 cm	1.8 cm	0.7 cm	2.1 cm	7.3 cm	8.8 cm	7.8 cm	9 cm	8.9 cm	4.4 cm	3.6 cm	2.5 cm	0.8 cm	0.9 cm	1.6 cm	1.1 cm	0.8 cm	0.7 cm	0.7 cm	0.6 cm	0.6 cm	0.4 cm	0.6 cm	0.8 cm
Max temp	-9.6°c	-9.4°c	-10.4°c	-5.3°c	-5.2°c	-7.6°c	-7°c	-6.8°c	-8°c	-5.9°c	-5.6°c	-6.8°c	-7.6°c	-7.4°c	-6.8°c	-6.6°c	-5.9°c	-6.5°c	-4.4°c	-3.8°c	-5.2°c	-3.8°c	-3.2°c	-5.4°c	-2°c	-1.8°c	-4.4°c	-2.2°c	-1.6°c	-4.2°c
Min temp	-10.4°c	-10.5°c	-10.6°c	-9.8°c	-7.6°c	-8.5°c	-7.9°c	-8.1°c	-8.6°c	-8.1°c	-7°c	-7°c	-8.4°c	-8.2°c	-7.4°c	-7°c	-6.6°c	-7°c	-6°c	-5.2°c	-6.2°c	-5.6°c	-5.4°c	-6.8°c	-5.2°c	-4.4°c	-6.2°c	-4.4°c	-4.2°c	-5.4°c
Feels like temp	-19.4°c	-17.9°c	-18.6°c	-16.1°c	-11.1°c	-14.1°c	-14.2°c	-13.9°c	-14.9°c	-13.6°c	-11.4°c	-13.7°c	-14.6°c	-16.2°c	-14.7°c	-13.2°c	-13.6°c	-13.2°c	-11.6°c	-10.3°c	-11°c	-11°c	-9.3°c	-11.1°c	-10°c	-6.7°c	-9.7°c	-9°c	-7.1°c	-10°c

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Weather	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow
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Snow expected	2.7 cm	1.4 cm	0.8 cm
Max temp	-9.6°c	-9.4°c	-10.4°c
Min temp	-10.4°c	-10.5°c	-10.6°c
Feels like temp	-19.4°c	-17.9°c	-18.6°c

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Weather	Generally clear	Broken clouds	Occasional snow
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Snow expected	0 cm	0 cm	0.5 cm
Max temp	-5.3°c	-5.2°c	-7.6°c
Min temp	-9.8°c	-7.6°c	-8.5°c
Feels like temp	-16.1°c	-11.1°c	-14.1°c

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Weather	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow
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Snow expected	2.2 cm	1.8 cm	0.7 cm
Max temp	-7°c	-6.8°c	-8°c
Min temp	-7.9°c	-8.1°c	-8.6°c
Feels like temp	-14.2°c	-13.9°c	-14.9°c

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Weather	Occasional snow	Light snow	Light snow
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Snow expected	2.1 cm	7.3 cm	8.8 cm
Max temp	-5.9°c	-5.6°c	-6.8°c
Min temp	-8.1°c	-7°c	-7°c
Feels like temp	-13.6°c	-11.4°c	-13.7°c

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Weather	Light snow	Light snow	Light snow
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Snow expected	7.8 cm	9 cm	8.9 cm
Max temp	-7.6°c	-7.4°c	-6.8°c
Min temp	-8.4°c	-8.2°c	-7.4°c
Feels like temp	-14.6°c	-16.2°c	-14.7°c

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Weather	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow
Wind
Snow expected	4.4 cm	3.6 cm	2.5 cm
Max temp	-6.6°c	-5.9°c	-6.5°c
Min temp	-7°c	-6.6°c	-7°c
Feels like temp	-13.2°c	-13.6°c	-13.2°c

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Weather	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow
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Snow expected	0.8 cm	0.9 cm	1.6 cm
Max temp	-4.4°c	-3.8°c	-5.2°c
Min temp	-6°c	-5.2°c	-6.2°c
Feels like temp	-11.6°c	-10.3°c	-11°c

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Weather	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow
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Snow expected	1.1 cm	0.8 cm	0.7 cm
Max temp	-3.8°c	-3.2°c	-5.4°c
Min temp	-5.6°c	-5.4°c	-6.8°c
Feels like temp	-11°c	-9.3°c	-11.1°c

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Weather	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow
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Snow expected	0.7 cm	0.6 cm	0.6 cm
Max temp	-2°c	-1.8°c	-4.4°c
Min temp	-5.2°c	-4.4°c	-6.2°c
Feels like temp	-10°c	-6.7°c	-9.7°c

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Weather	Snow grains	Snow grains	Snow grains
Wind
Snow expected	0.4 cm	0.6 cm	0.8 cm
Max temp	-2.2°c	-1.6°c	-4.2°c
Min temp	-4.4°c	-4.2°c	-5.4°c
Feels like temp	-9°c	-7.1°c	-10°c

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Resort (860m)

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Weather	Light snow	Snow grains	Occasional snow	Partly cloudy	Broken clouds	Broken clouds	Light snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Occasional snow	Rain and snow	Light snow	Light snow	Light snow	Light snow	Light snow	Light rain/snow	Occasional snow	Rain and snow	Occasional rain	Light snow	Rain and snow	Occasional rain	Light snow shwr	Rain/Snow shower	Light rain shwr	Occasional snow	Light rain/snow	Occasional rain	Snow grains
Wind
Snow expected	1.4 cm	0.3 cm	0.4 cm	0 cm	0 cm	0.4 cm	0.8 cm	0.1 cm	0.5 cm	0.6 cm	0.7 cm	6.6 cm	3.9 cm	1.7 cm	6.8 cm	2.5 cm	0.3 cm	2 cm	0.5 cm	0 cm	1.3 cm	0.5 cm	0 cm	0.7 cm	0.2 cm	0 cm	0.5 cm	0.1 cm	0 cm	0.6 cm
Max temp	0.3°c	1.8°c	-2.3°c	4.2°c	6°c	0°c	3°c	4.5°c	-0.1°c	3.7°c	5.1°c	0.4°c	2°c	3.7°c	-0.2°c	3.4°c	5.1°c	0.5°c	5.2°c	6.6°c	1.6°c	6.4°c	8°c	1.8°c	7.8°c	9.2°c	2.8°c	8°c	9.2°c	3°c
Min temp	-6.7°c	-2.3°c	-5.6°c	-7.4°c	0°c	-5°c	-4.2°c	-0.1°c	-4.2°c	-4.8°c	0.4°c	-2.7°c	-4.8°c	-0.2°c	-3.2°c	-4.1°c	0.5°c	-3.3°c	-3.7°c	1.6°c	-2.7°c	-3.2°c	1.8°c	-3.6°c	-2.6°c	2.8°c	-2.9°c	-2.4°c	3°c	-2.4°c
Feels like temp	-8.2°c	-3.7°c	-2.3°c	-7.4°c	2.1°c	0°c	-4°c	0.2°c	-0.1°c	-4.8°c	3.3°c	0.4°c	-3.8°c	-1.2°c	-0.2°c	-3.6°c	0.9°c	0.5°c	-3.7°c	3.3°c	1.5°c	-3.2°c	5.8°c	1.6°c	-2.6°c	7°c	2.5°c	-2.4°c	7.2°c	2.7°c

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Snow expected	1.4 cm	0.3 cm	0.4 cm
Max temp	0.3°c	1.8°c	-2.3°c
Min temp	-6.7°c	-2.3°c	-5.6°c
Feels like temp	-8.2°c	-3.7°c	-2.3°c

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Snow expected	0 cm	0 cm	0.4 cm
Max temp	4.2°c	6°c	0°c
Min temp	-7.4°c	0°c	-5°c
Feels like temp	-7.4°c	2.1°c	0°c

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Snow expected	0.8 cm	0.1 cm	0.5 cm
Max temp	3°c	4.5°c	-0.1°c
Min temp	-4.2°c	-0.1°c	-4.2°c
Feels like temp	-4°c	0.2°c	-0.1°c

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Snow expected	0.6 cm	0.7 cm	6.6 cm
Max temp	3.7°c	5.1°c	0.4°c
Min temp	-4.8°c	0.4°c	-2.7°c
Feels like temp	-4.8°c	3.3°c	0.4°c

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Snow expected	3.9 cm	1.7 cm	6.8 cm
Max temp	2°c	3.7°c	-0.2°c
Min temp	-4.8°c	-0.2°c	-3.2°c
Feels like temp	-3.8°c	-1.2°c	-0.2°c

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Snow expected	2.5 cm	0.3 cm	2 cm
Max temp	3.4°c	5.1°c	0.5°c
Min temp	-4.1°c	0.5°c	-3.3°c
Feels like temp	-3.6°c	0.9°c	0.5°c

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Snow expected	0.5 cm	0 cm	1.3 cm
Max temp	5.2°c	6.6°c	1.6°c
Min temp	-3.7°c	1.6°c	-2.7°c
Feels like temp	-3.7°c	3.3°c	1.5°c

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Snow expected	0.5 cm	0 cm	0.7 cm
Max temp	6.4°c	8°c	1.8°c
Min temp	-3.2°c	1.8°c	-3.6°c
Feels like temp	-3.2°c	5.8°c	1.6°c

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Snow expected	0.2 cm	0 cm	0.5 cm
Max temp	7.8°c	9.2°c	2.8°c
Min temp	-2.6°c	2.8°c	-2.9°c
Feels like temp	-2.6°c	7°c	2.5°c

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	AM	PM	Night
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Snow expected	0.1 cm	0 cm	0.6 cm
Max temp	8°c	9.2°c	3°c
Min temp	-2.4°c	3°c	-2.4°c
Feels like temp	-2.4°c	7.2°c	2.7°c

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Resort Conditions

Snowfall	Last Snowfall	18/03/2026
Snowfall	Next 3 days	18.4 cm
Depths	Upper piste depth	100 cm
Depths	Lower piste depth	30 cm
Snow conditions	Snow quality	Hard packed
Lifts	Lifts open	16 out of 17
	Resort opening date	Fri 28 Nov 2025
	Resort closing date	Mon 06 Apr 2026

Snow Overview

Austria

Updated 24/03

After a pretty desperate season, bumper conditions finally – finally – arrive for Austria, as it experiences its first Nortstau event of the season through the middle of this week.

Unsettled conditions drifting in from the north will bring with it cold temperatures as the freezing line takes a long walk off a short pier; from a daytime high of 2,400m on Wednesday it will plummet to sea level by Friday morning.

These unsettled conditions will of course mean snow, with good snowfall hitting the Austrian Alps on Wednesday afternoon and continuing steadily until Friday morning; this will see around 45cm fall, particularly focused across higher ground as the freezing line works its way down the elevation chart steadily over this period. Around 25cm will fall on Thursday alone.

Expect the avalanche risk to increase over this period as this new snowfall sits on either wet ground, wet snow, or a spring freeze-thaw crust; plan your backcountry routes carefully, and check your local avalanche forecast before heading out.

Sun returns with gusto on Saturday, before the last few flurries of cloud and snow move in over Sunday and the new week.

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