Graukogel Ski Resort Guide
Graukogel, Austria
| Total Piste Length | 9 miles |
|---|---|
| Highest Lift | 6,585ft |
| Lowest Lift | 3,540ft |
| Nearest Airports | Salzburg and Innsbruck Airport |
Graukogel
Graukogel is a hidden gem for winter sports enthusiasts. With diverse skiing options and stunning views, it's perfect for all levels.
Summary
Nestled in the Austrian Alps, Graukogel boasts a variety of slopes and serene landscapes. The resort offers a relaxed atmosphere, ideal for families and seasoned skiers alike.
The ski area of Graukogel is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 3,540ft, with 9 miles of marked runs.
Graukogel is part of the Gastein ski area with access to 127 miles of downhill skiing, with 178 marked pistes, served by a total of 50 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Graukogel itself (9 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, Dorfgastein and Sportgastein.
With ski lifts as high as 6,585ft, snow cover is generally reliable.
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Snow and Weather
Graukogel typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 60-120 cm throughout the season. With consistent snowfall, skiers can enjoy great conditions, but it's advisable to check J2Ski for the latest updates.
When will it snow in Graukogel?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Graukogel.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
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Ski Area Stats
Graukogel Ski Area
| Downhill Total Length | 9 miles | |
|---|---|---|
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 3 | |
Gastein Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 107 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 43 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 127 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 50 | |
Graukogel Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 6,585ft |
|---|---|
| Lowest Trail | 3,540ft |
| Max Vertical | 3,045ft |
Skiing
Graukogel features a vertical drop of 1,100 meters, with elevations reaching up to 2,500 meters. The resort includes 18 kilometers of slopes, serviced by key lifts such as the Graukogelbahn and notable pistes like the challenging ‘Schwarze Piste’ and the scenic ‘Familienabfahrt’.
Ski Lessons in Graukogel
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Graukogel Ski Schools and Graukogel Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will appreciate the well-maintained terrain parks at Graukogel, particularly the ‘Funpark Graukogel’, which offers a variety of jumps and rails. The terrain invites both beginners and experts to enjoy freestyle riding.
Location and Map
Where is Graukogel?
This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Graukogel is Salzburg, 74 minutes drive away.
Innsbruck Airport and Munich airports are all within three hours drive.
Graukogel is easily accessible via the nearest major airports in Salzburg and Innsbruck. From there, a scenic drive or train ride to Bad Gastein brings you to the heart of the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
There are three ski lifts.
Season Dates
When is Graukogel open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Trail Map
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, unwind at popular spots like the ‘Alpenblick’ restaurant or the cozy ‘Bergstube’ bar. The vibrant après-ski scene is perfect for relaxing with friends over drinks.
