📷 Bad Gastein
Europe
Bad Gastein
Projected to open November 28, 2026
Best months to book: March, February, April · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Nov 28
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 30
todayPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
1cm
Past 10 Days
17cm
7-Day Forecast
10cm
Snow Depth
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Bad Gastein is projected to open November 28, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1March61cm avg · last season 33.1
- #2February55cm avg · last season 39.7
- #3April51cm avg · last season 28.2
Best weeks to book
- #1 22 Mar – 28 Mar · last season 43.3
- #2 15 Mar – 21 Mar · last season 39.9
- #3 29 Mar – 4 Apr · last season 39.9
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Oct 30, 10:02 PM UTC
Terrain
Projected to open Nov 28
Projected to open November 28, 2026
178 runs · 17 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Ops signals
- ●Cold summit temps — snow preservation favorable
Snow Summary
Updated Oct 30 at 10:02 PM
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.Unlock with Pro
No measurement at mid height (1,885m) reached us: past snow shown is the model's estimate at the summit.
Maps
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Webcams & Proof of Powder
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About Bad Gastein
Bad Gastein is a renowned ski resort located in the Gastein Valley of Austria, offering access to over 200 kilometers of slopes across four interconnected ski areas. The resort is known for its alpine charm, historic spa town atmosphere, and panoramic mountain views. Visitors benefit from modern lift systems, varied terrain suitable for all skill levels, and unique experiences such as thermal baths and après-ski in the picturesque village. Bad Gastein stands out for its blend of winter sports, wellness facilities, and vibrant cultural heritage.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Bad Gastein
- Where is Bad Gastein?
- Bad Gastein is a ski resort in Austria.
- How high is Bad Gastein?
- Bad Gastein runs from a base elevation of 1,083 m (3,553 ft) to a summit of 2,686 m (8,812 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,603 m (5,259 ft).
- How big is Bad Gastein?
- Bad Gastein has 178 marked runs and 17 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Bad Gastein?
- Bad Gastein is on the Salzburg Super Ski Card. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Bad Gastein?
- Bad Gastein typically operates from November to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Bad Gastein get in a typical season?
- Bad Gastein averages 136 inches / 345 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Bad Gastein in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #263 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier D · strong-event signal -4% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Bad Gastein averaged -4% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Historically this is a timing play rather than a reason to stay home: aim for late winter (February–March) in winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 -27%, '15-16 -15%, '23-24 +31%. A pattern, not a promise.
