Dorfgastein

Dorfgastein, Austria

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Ski Area Highlights

Recommended For	Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski!
Total Piste Length	201km 125 miles
Highest Lift	2,033m 6,670ft
Resort Height	860m 2,822ft
Nearest Airports	Salzburg and Klagenfurt
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Dorfgastein

Dorfgastein is a picturesque ski resort in Austria's Gastein Valley. It offers a blend of family-friendly slopes and challenging terrain for all levels.

 Summary

With over 80 kilometers of ski runs, Dorfgastein provides a diverse skiing experience. The resort features a mix of gentle slopes for beginners and thrilling pistes for advanced skiers.

The ski area of Dorfgastein is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 860m 2,822ft , with 201km 125 miles of marked runs.

Dorfgastein is part of the Gastein ski area with access to 205km 127 miles of downhill skiing, with 178 marked pistes, served by a total of 50 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Dorfgastein itself ( 201km 125 miles of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Gastein ski resorts of Bad Gastein, Bad Hofgastein, Graukogel and Sportgastein.

With ski lifts as high as 2,033m 6,670ft , snow cover is generally reliable.

 Notable Ski Runs

The most difficult run is the 'Nr 20'.

Snow and Weather

Dorfgastein typically enjoys a solid snow depth of 50 to 100 cm during peak season. Snowfall is reliable, and the resort's elevation helps maintain good conditions; for the latest updates, check J2Ski.

When will it snow in Dorfgastein?

The next notable snow forecast is 3cm 1in , expected on 20 November, with around 30cm 12in forecast over the next 7 days.

See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.

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Ski Area Stats

Skiing

The ski area of Dorfgastein reaches elevations of up to 2,200 meters. Notable lifts include the Gipfelbahn and the Fulseckbahn, while popular pistes like the Fulseck and the Gasteiner Höhenweg offer varied terrain for all abilities.

There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.

Ski Lessons in Dorfgastein

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Dorfgastein Ski Schools and Dorfgastein Ski Instructors.

Snowboarding

Snowboarders can enjoy the terrain park at Fulseck, which features jumps and rails suitable for different skill levels. The varied slopes also provide ample space for freeriding.

Location and Map

Where is Dorfgastein?

This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Saint Johann im Pongau District, Salzburg.

Map

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How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Dorfgastein is Salzburg, 70 minutes drive away.

Klagenfurt, Linz, Ljubljana, Munich, Innsbruck Airport and Graz airports are all within three hours drive.

Dorfgastein is accessible via Salzburg Airport, located about 90 kilometers away. The best route is to take the A10 motorway towards Villach and follow signs to Dorfgastein.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

The 44 ski lifts are able to uplift 71,443 skiers and snowboarders every hour.

Snow Making

Snow-making is available, on 96km 60 miles of ski runs, with 300 snow cannons.

Season Dates

When is Dorfgastein open?

We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.

Usual opening is late December, and usual closing is Mid April.

NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.

Talking about Dorfgastein

Mentions in recent J2Ski News Items and Snow Reports from our users...

Dorfgastein - January 2025

Aprés Ski

Après-ski in Dorfgastein is vibrant, with bars like the Grizzly Bar and restaurants such as the Gasthof Fulseck offering local cuisine. For nightlife, check out the lively atmosphere at the Schirmbar.