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Skiing & activities
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Culinary delights & spas
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Tickets & lifts
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Sustainability
Sportgastein ski area
Looking to reach great heights? Sportgastein, Ski Amadé’s highest ski area, fulfils this desire quite literally. The Goldbergbahn cable car and Kreuzkogel lift transport winter sports enthusiasts to higher altitudes with guaranteed snow until spring. Once arrived, you’ll find a total of 24 kilometers of ski runs stretch out on broad, perfectly groomed slopes. However, Sportgastein’s allure also extends beyond the slopes into the thrilling world of off-piste freeriding. Every year, freeriders from around the globe flock to this off-piste paradise, attracted by the promise of legendary snow conditions, abundant powder and pristine firn. The stunning mountain scenery of the Hohe Tauern National Park is the cherry on top of your ski day in Sportgastein and can also be admired on the Gipfelsieg ski tour.
Highlights near the Goldbergbahn mountain station
Another remarkable highlight is waiting for you just a short distance above the Goldbergbahn mountain station. At 2,686 meters, the Kreuzkogel summit cross presents a breathtaking vista. Here’s a tip for foodies: At the “Gipfelsieg und Gourmetfrühstück” event, a guide will accompany you to this exceptional vantage point. Already got that gourmet grin on your face? Sportgastein’s Photopoint, located at the Goldbergbahn mountain station, is ready to capture your most brilliant smile.
Sportgastein as a freeride eldorado
Situated at altitudes ranging from 1,590 to 2,650 meters above sea level, the Sportgastein ski area is the ultimate eldorado for freeriders. On site, you can revel in alpine freedom, carve through fresh powder or glide over pristine firn – all off-piste. Sportgastein offers ideal conditions for backcountry skiing, with three official freeride ski routes adjacent to the slopes. Its location in the Slackcountry ensures easy access to these routes. In addition, Sportgastein boasts a dedicated Freeride Info Base located directly at the Goldbergbahn mountain station. That’s where sports enthusiasts can access valuable safety tips, the daily avalanche report and route descriptions. To hone your skills in using an avalanche transceiver, the Avalanche Training Center (ATC) offers a practice field on the valley floor of Sportgastein.
Freeride Info Base
ATC Avalanche Training Center
Ski routes for freeriders
Transport and mobility for winter sports enthusiasts
Skis, helmets, poles: Whether you’re hitting the slopes or venturing off-piste, having the right winter sports equipment is crucial. Your specific sport may require a few essential items. If you decide on a whim to explore another ski resort, transportation is an important consideration, and the ski bus makes this a breeze – no matter how much gear you’re bringing. The local ski bus network conveniently connects all ski areas in the region, allowing you to leave your car parked at home. You can simply board the ski bus in your ski gear, enjoy the scenery during the ride and get off at the next ski area. Plus, with a valid ski pass or winter sports equipment, taking the ski bus is free of charge!
More ski areas for your snow adventures
Schlossalm-Angertal-Stubnerkogel
Graukogel
Dorfgastein-Großarltal
Skiing into spring
Do you want to extend the ski season? You can do just that in Sportgastein! With its high altitude and reliable snow cover, the ski area remains open until well into spring. This translates to maximum fun on the slopes, even when the valley is experiencing spring-like temperatures!
Important factors for a successful day in the snow
Alpine & cross-country ski schools
Ski rental and service
Ski bus
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