sUMMER holiday in bad Hofgastein

HIKING:
Bad Hofgastein offers something for every nature and hiking enthusiast. Surrounded by the majestic Gastein Alps, the area boasts a wealth of hiking trails ranging from easy walks along the river to challenging mountain climbs. The landscape is characterized by lush meadows, crystal-clear mountain lakes, and panoramic views that will take your breath away. Whether you seek solitude by hiking alone or prefer group hikes with an experienced guide, Bad Hofgastein is the ideal place to explore on foot and experience the peace and beauty of nature.


Some beautiful hikes in Bad Hofgastein that we recommend:
📍 Gasteiner Höhenweg
📍 Schlosshochalm and Schlossalmsee
📍 Biberalm


CYCLING:
Cycling and mountain biking are fantastic ways to experience the natural beauty of Bad Hofgastein. With a wide range of trails, from gentle scenic routes along the river to more demanding trails up the mountains, there is something for all cycling enthusiasts. The area is renowned for its well-maintained mountain bike trails, offering both challenges and spectacular views over the Gastein Valley. Whether you prefer relaxing family rides or seek adrenaline-pumping descents, Bad Hofgastein offers some of the best cycling experiences in the heart of the Alps.

We recommend the following routes:
📍Angertal Runde
📍 Bertahof Trail
📍Gastein Bike Path from Dorfgastein to Bad Gastein


CLIMBING:
If you’re looking for more of a challenge than a hike, test your coordination skills on a climbing adventure. In Bad Hofgastein, near Schlossalm, you can feel like a mountain goat on the rock face as you navigate through rope-climbing routes of varying difficulties. There is sure to be a route that suits your level, allowing you to feel the cool rock under your palms.
Read more about the Klettersteige at Schlossalm here.

GOLF:
In the heart of Hohe Tauern National Park, you’ll find an 18-hole golf course, Golf Club Gastein, offering a unique experience for golf enthusiasts. The course is surrounded by impressive mountains and breathtaking views, which can make it difficult to focus on the game! You can play indoors at the newly established golf center if the weather doesn’t cooperate. Here, you can refine your technique and analyze your game with video recordings in the Creative Golf 3D Simulator.

For a fun family activity, you can also play classic mini-golf in Bad Hofgastein, allowing golfers of all levels to participate.