Gosau Ski Resort Guide
Gosau, Austria
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| Recommended For | Intermediates, Snowfall and Apres-Ski. |
|---|---|
| Total Piste Length | 56km |
| Highest Lift | 1,620m |
| Resort Height | 770m |
| Nearest Airports | Salzburg and Linz |
| Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50%  |
Gosau
Gosau offers stunning views and diverse slopes for all levels. Nestled in the Dachstein region, this resort combines charm with excellent skiing.
Summary
Gosau is known for its breathtaking scenery, surrounded by majestic peaks and picturesque villages. With a variety of runs catering to skiers and snowboarders of all abilities, it's a perfect destination for families and enthusiasts alike.
The ski area of Gosau is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 770m, with 56km of marked runs.
Gosau is part of the Dachstein West ski area with access to 97 marked pistes, served by a total of 81 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Gosau itself (56km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Dachstein West ski resorts of Abtenau, Annaberg im Lammertal, Katrin - Bad Ischl, Krippenstein, Obertraun/Dachstein and Rußbach.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Gosau is 5km long and the most difficult run is the 'Kanonenrohr'.
Snow and Weather
Gosau typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with average snow depths of around 100 cm in peak season. Regular snowfall and a strong snowmaking system ensure excellent coverage; for the latest updates, check J2Ski for current conditions.
When will it snow in Gosau?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Gosau.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
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Ski Area Stats
Gosau Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 1 | 7km |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 15 | 42km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 15 | 7km |
| Downhill Total Length | 56km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 40km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 10 | |
Dachstein West Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 55 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 31 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 3 | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 81 | |
Gosau Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 1,620m |
|---|---|
| Resort Altitude (Gosau) | 770m |
| Lowest Piste | 750m |
| Max Vertical | 870m |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
|---|---|
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
The Gosau ski area features over 140 kilometers of varied slopes, with elevations reaching up to 2,100 meters. Notable pistes include the challenging 'Schwarze Piste' and the scenic 'Panoramaabfahrt,' with efficient lifts like the Hornspitz Express and the Dachstein Gletscherbahn providing easy access to the terrain.
Gosau offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.
Ski Lessons in Gosau
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Gosau Ski Schools and Gosau Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will appreciate the terrain parks at Gosau, including the fun park at the base area, which features a variety of jumps and rails. The natural terrain also offers plenty of off-piste opportunities for adventurous riders.
Location and Map
Where is Gosau?
This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Politischer Bezirk Gmunden, Upper Austria.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Gosau is Salzburg, 60 minutes drive away.
Linz, Munich, Klagenfurt, Graz, Ljubljana and Innsbruck Airport airports are all within three hours drive.
Salzburg is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Gosau is easily accessible via major transport hubs. The nearest airports are Salzburg and Linz, both offering convenient connections to the resort, with scenic drives through the Alpine landscape enhancing your journey.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 10 ski lifts are able to uplift 35,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 52km of ski runs, with 35 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Gosau open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is early December, and usual closing is Mid April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Piste Map
Gosau Webcams
The Webcams in Gosau are not always up-to-date. Please check the date on the image to ensure you are seeing current snow conditions.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, enjoy Gosau's vibrant après-ski scene. Bars like the 'Gosauer Alm' and 'Hochbrunn' offer cozy atmospheres, while local restaurants serve up delicious Austrian cuisine, making for a perfect ending to your ski day.
