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Bad Hofgastein |
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Village height - 859m (2,818ft) Snow range - 859 - 2686m |
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Over 200km of pistes |
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60 lifts (Incl. 1 cable car, 1 funicular, 10 gondolas, 19 chairlifts, 18 drag lifts) |
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Bad Hofgastein Tourist Information
Bad Hofgastein Spa & Tourist Office
Tel.: +43/6432/7110 or 3393-260
Fax: +43/6432/7110-232 or 3393-232
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4 Separate areas with varied slopes above and below tree level
Many spas to choose from after a long day on the slopes
Many long challenging red runs - ideal for confident intermediates
Plenty of apres ski with many traditional mountain restaurants
New Ski Alliance Amade lift - covers many nearby resorts |
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Convenience - the ski areas are spread along the valley
Poor bus service
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Bad Hofgastein Travel | By Air
Salzburg: 2 hrs 30
Innsbruck: 1hrs 30
The Airport Shuttle runs daily 8 times Gastein to Munich and Salzburg and back (€ 58, - out and back).
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The railway stations in Bad Hofgastein and Bad Gastein are both halts
for Euro-, InterCity and express trains, whereas not all trains make a
stop in Dorfgastein. Taxi and bus service is always available to the
various valley communities. The closest loading/unloading point for
motorail trains is in Bischofshofen. Luggage transfer and pick-up
service is also offered by the local taxi companies.
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from Munich approx. 2 hours
from Salzburg approx. 1 hour
from Innsbruck approx. 2 hours
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About the Ski Resort of Bad Hofgastein
 Bad Hofgastein is the market town and spa village and the centre of activity in the Gastein Valley in Austria. It sits at 2051m. The centre of the village is pedestrianised. It's a pretty town with lovely views of the surrounding mountains.
The parish church is a historic monument - named Church of Our Lady and was built between 1498 and 1507. If you get a chance to, go and have a look at the Baroque altar. With a vast range of shops and real traditional mountain restaurants it is very easy to be enchanted by the charm of Bad Hofgastein. There is plenty to do off the mountain - for those who fancy a day off relaxing and pampering simply chill and relax at the famous spas or peruse the shops and take in the traditional culture of this relaxing and chilled Austrian ski resort.
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Resort Restaurants at Bad Gastein
 Rudi's Restaurant - Good for affordable pizza restaurants.
Weitmoserschlössl Castle - Dine like royalty! This Late Gothic castle in the typical Salzburg style dates from the year 1554 and the days when gold- and silver-mining were at their height. Today, this little gem delights our visitors with its café and restaurant. Wirtshaus Jagerhausl - Excellent food in a warm and traditional atmosphere - especially upstairs - try and get seated there!
A good value eat for those on a budget or in big groups is the Vier Jahreszeiten, a short drive away in Bockstein; offers big portions whilst being friendly and very good value for money. |
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Bad Gastein Bars and Nightlife
 Apres Ski is good in the Gastein Ski Area.
Try the local speciality mug of "Hunt Tea", a hot beverage consisting of black tea, fruit schnapps and rum. The Austrians encourage you to hit the slopes in the evening at one of the Ski Lodges / Hutts for dancing, entertainment and drinking
Aeriokabstadl - at the Schlossalm ski area and includes a Disco and Bars
Familie Georg und Sylvia Schock
Weinetsberg 41
5630 Bad Hofgastein
++43 (0) 6432/8603
restaurant@aeroplan.at
www.aeroplan.at
 Bellevue Alm
One of the most legendary ski huts in Austria
Bellevue Alm Weg 6
5640 Bad Gastein
++43 (0) 6434/3881
++43 (0) 6434/3881-26
info@bellevue-alm.com
www.bellevue-alm.com
Kleine Scharte
Snow bar and wonderful panorama terrace
Weitmoser Schlossalm
Familie Scharfetter
Schlossalm
5630 Bad Hofgastein
+43 (0) 6432 / 6739
+43 (0) 6432 / 66015
weitmoser@netway.at
skibar.weitmoserschloss.at/
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Winter Activities in Bad Hofgastein
There are many activities on offer in Bad Hofgastein; although the famous spas are generally considered to be the biggest attraction after a day on the mountain. Bad Hofgastein offers a wide range of activities for all including skating, trail walking and plenty of shopping.
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Bad Hofgastein Hotels and Accommodation
Bad Hofgastein and Bad Gastein have numerous luxurious hotels. All provide excellent service and will make your stay in the valley even more relaxing. Here are a few of our recommendations: Hoteldorf Grüner Baum Kötschachtal 25 5640 Bad Gastein Austria T: +43(0)6434/2516-0
Hotel Haus Hirt
Kaiserhofstrasse 14
A -5640 Bad Gastein
Austria
Tel: +43 6434 2797-0
Kaiser Franz Platz 3,
Austria
Tel. +43 6432 8391
Hotel Alpenblick
A-5640 Bad Gastein
Koetschachtaler Strasse 17
Austria
Tel. +43/6434-2062-0
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Bad Hofgastein SkiSo what's it like skiing in the Gastein Valley Ski Area? There are four ski areas in the Gastein Valley to choose from so something for everyone.Schlossalm - great for beginners Stubnerkogel - good for intermediates with a few black runs Dorfgastein / Grobtarl - often quiet with some pretty runs through the trees
There's over 200km of runs with the highest elevation being at 2700m. 60 km of the ski slopes are classed as easy, 117 km intermediate and 24 km difficult, including family-style hills, carving hills, deep-snow and moguls runs
 Snowpark
If you are in Bad Hofgastein and want to head to the the new Gastein Snowpark take the Angertal lift
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Bad Hofgastein SnowWhat is the weather like in the ski resort of Bad Hofgastein?
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| Nearby Resorts |
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Nearby Ski Resorts to Bad Hofgastein
Ski Amade is the name given to the largest ski region in Austria with 860km of ski slopes (280km of blue, 483 km red and 97km of black runs). There are 270 Cable Lifts and the highest slopes are 2700m above sea level. The Alpine region plays host to five different ski areas -
Schladming-Dachstein
Pruggern, Grobming, Haus/Ennstal, Schladming, Rohrmoos, Ramsau am Dachstein, Pichl and Forstau
Salzburger Sportwelt (Salzburg Sport World)
Flachau, Wagrain, St Johann / Alpendorf, Zauchensee, Flachauwinl, Kleinarl, Radstadt, Altenmarkt, Filzmoos, Eben
Grossarltal
Grosarl, Huttschlag
Hochkonig
Muhlbach, Dienten and Maria Alm
Gastein
Sportgastein, Bad Gastein, Bad Hofgastein and Dorfgastein
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Shopping in Bad Hofgastein
 Shopping in Bad Hofgastein offers a pleasant and charmed shopping experience. With many stores offering traditional wood carvings as well as the obligatory ski and snowboard wear; you can be sure to find all that you need within this fine Austrian ski holiday resort. With the many spas available in the area; you can be sure to find a wide range of gorgeous products available to buy both at the spas and in the surrounding stores in the village. |
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Bad Hofgastein For The Family
 Bad Hofgasthein is popular for the fantastic spas in the region. Top family winter activities and outdoor adventures in the snow include ice and mountain climbing, taking in the spectacular Alpine scenery on mountain walks.
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Top 5 Ski Runs Bad Hofgastein
Bad Hofgastein offers a varied range of ski and snowboarding runs to suit confident intermediates as well as beginners to these fantastic snow sports. There are not many challenging runs for the more experienced skier and snowboarder; however there is ample opportunity to go off and explore off piste and other ski pistes. |
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Bad Hofgastein Ski and Snowboard Rental
We recommend you rent skis and snowboards at 47 North Shop which is located at Kurgartenstrasse 27 in Bad Hofgastein. Hiring your skis online here at Snowbrainer will save you both time and money.
It's what we call a 'No Brainer' |
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| Top 5 Things To Take |
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Hire Easy to use Piste Maps & Ski Trails
Looking for high detailed piste maps for your GPS? Snowranger sells affordable quality digital maps that are great for any ski or snowboard trip. For those of you who’ve ever wondered which run gets you back to France from the Swiss side of Portes du Soleil or you’re racing the clock to get back from a Courchevel lunch to Val Thorens before the lifts shut this is invaluable kit. No more wrestling wet paper maps with frozen fingers! There are over 500 ski resorts piste maps in Europe and North America available.
Go to Snow-Forecast Snowranger
 Film your Mates Jumps, Tricks & Shameful Ski / Snowboard Moments.
We love the JAMCAM – it’s a head camera that allows you to capture your days skiing or snowboarding on the mountain. You can rent or buy the kit so for more details head to www.jam-cam.tv If you take the JAMCAM rental service in resort they include a host to record your day. The alternative is to rent before you leave, taking the equipment to the ski resort of your choice and posting back on your return. Gift vouchers are available via the website offering an unusual Christmas or Birthday present for your ski & snowboard mad friends.
 What's an easy way to carry skis?
Well we found the ‘THE HANDLE’ . This nifty little device allows you to carry your skis around without causing major injury to yourself and other members of the public. It’s incredibly easy to use – no Velcro just a click buckle. It’s also light and small enough to put in your pocket. www.ski-walker.com
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Bad Hofgastein was a friendly place. I'd recommend the Hotel Norica. Very helpful staff and you can buy your lift pass at the front desk
The 47 degrees shop were great with the kids. We were pleased to get your discount before we arrived and it all went smoothly - which I was nervous about having never booked online before so thanks Snow Brainer
By Sarah G on 04/01/2010 09:56:44
We adore the Gastein Valley and had a fantastic ski holiday there last Easter with friends. There was a brilliant dump of snow in Bad Hofgastein (where we were staying) and we just loved the picturesque town and traditional Alpine village. We were there when there was a concert on – there was a bar outside selling gluwein and other warming drinks all at really reasonable prices. There are also some wonderful spas in and around the area so we tool an afternoon off and were pamperd in the local spa. Definitely recommend this resort…not just for the skiing but the ambience and the relaxed and friendly atmosphere of the ski resort.
By L Rads on 11/01/2010 09:38:11
Bad Hofgastein is a pretty resort. The pistes are well groomed and the ski school is simply brilliant. My family had excellent tuition throughout the week by English speaking instructors whilst we all enjoyed the Alpentherme thermal pools after a hard day on the skis! It is one of the best resorts we have visited and we look forward to going back next year.
By sarah martin on 19/10/2009 03:35:45
Went on a girls ski trip to Bad Hofgastein and just loved how cosmopolitan and picturesque this ski resort was. There were some great spas as well as brilliant skiing for out group – thanks for organising the great ski hire discount for our group!! We'll be back next year!
The snow was great and so were the ski schools as a few people in the group were beginners. The Alpentherme Spa had us all hooked!
By Nadine Hammond on 28/12/2009 10:36:39
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Bad Hofgastein |
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