Obertauern

Travel Guide

Photo provided by Tourismusverband Obertauern 2015
Photo provided by Tourismusverband Obertauern 2015
Photo provided by Tourismusverband Obertauern 2015
Photo provided by Tourismusverband Obertauern 2015
Photo provided by Tourismusverband Obertauern 2015
This lively resort is best known for its long ski season, with ideal snow conditions typically available from November to May each year. 

Set on the edge of the tree line with the peaks of the Tauern range surrounding it, Obertauern is sometimes described as “Austria’s snow bowl.” With the highest slopes at over 8,200 feet (2,500 meters), the resort’s ski conditions are some of the most reliable in the Alps. Seize the opportunity to try floodlit skiing after dark and then enjoy the resort’s dynamic nightlife.

Obertauern’s lifts and runs are arranged like the spokes of a wheel, which means you can ski in any direction and take the lift back at the end of the day to easily return to your starting point. In this popular purpose-built resort, it’s possible to ski to and from the doors of most hotels. Look for photos in many accommodations of the Beatles enjoying these intriguing slopes during the filming of their movie, Help! 

Try Gamsleiten No. 2, one of Europe’s steepest mogul slopes, if you’re an experienced skier. The resort also features more than 38 miles (61 kilometers) of beginner trails and 22 miles (35 kilometers) of slopes geared toward intermediate skiers. Head to Longplay Snowboard Park to take on over 15 rails, boxes and jumps.

The resort also has many excellent cross-country skiing runs, including the 14-mile (23-kilometer) Twenger Au run, the region’s longest run. Don’t miss nighttime skiing, which takes place at the Edelweissbahn lift twice a week. Floodlights illuminate the 1-mile (1.5 kilometer) run for an enchanting ski experience. 

For a change of pace, check out Sports Centre Obertauern, a multipurpose mountainside recreation facility at 5,740 feet (1,750 meters). Play tennis, go bowling or have a workout at the fitness center. The facility also offers massage services and has a restaurant.

Obertauern is located in west central Austria, 60 miles (100 kilometers) southeast of Salzburg. To get here, drive or take the train from Salzburg or Innsbruck to Radstadt and then take a taxi or one of the buses departing regularly for Obertauern. 

harry’s home Bischofshofen hotel & apartments

harry’s home Bischofshofen hotel & apartments

4 out of 5
Salzburger Straße 12, Bischofshofen, Salzburg
The price is ¥14,198 per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
¥14,198
¥15,793 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Bischofshofen. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (344 reviews)
Modern, clean, well-appointed. Poor A/C.
"Two night stay whilst hiking in the area. Convenient underground parking, spotlessly clean room, excellent facilities, friendly staff, refreshing approach to recycling. Only negative being classic Northern European hotel air-conditioning that won’t go below 16 degrees or act as a fan. When the weather ..."

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2025

harry’s home Bischofshofen hotel & apartments
Alpine Club

Alpine Club

4 out of 5
Alpineweg 142, Schladming
The price is ¥15,268 per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
¥15,268
¥17,666 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Schladming. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Rohrmoos I Ski Lift and Golden ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (477 reviews)
"Stunning view and so clean, up to date. Friendly staff."

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2025

Alpine Club
Falkensteiner Club Funimation Katschberg

Falkensteiner Club Funimation Katschberg

4 out of 5
Katschberghohe 20, Rennweg am Katschberg, Carinthia
The price is ¥37,534 per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
¥37,534
¥42,022 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Rennweg am Katschberg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Aineck Ski Lift and Adventurepark ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (102 reviews)
"Been here for the last 2 years. will come again"

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2025

Falkensteiner Club Funimation Katschberg
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Apartments  Garni Alpenrose

Apartments Garni Alpenrose

3 out of 5
Römerstraße 68, Tweng, Salzburg
Stay at this 3-star spa aparthotel in Obertauern. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Zentral Ski Lift and Edelweiss Ski ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"Christian and Doris and all the staff were amazing. They made us feel very welcome and ensured we had a wonderful stay in Obertauern. The family apartment was the perfect size for our family of five and was so well kept, modern and clean. Thank you!"

Reviewed on Dec 24, 2023

Apartments Garni Alpenrose
AlpenParks Hotel & Apartment Carpe Solem

AlpenParks Hotel & Apartment Carpe Solem

3 out of 5
Pfarrstraße 15, Mariapfarr, Salzburg
Stay at this 3-star spa aparthotel in Mariapfarr. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Mariapfarr Silent-Night Museum ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
"Parkplätze gebührenpflichtig und wir wurden gebeten auf einem öffentlichen Parkplatz zu parken, damit die Parkplätze am Haus für ältere Leute zur Verfügung stehen."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2024

AlpenParks Hotel & Apartment Carpe Solem
Apartmentresort MyLodge

Apartmentresort MyLodge

4 out of 5
Hochstraße 366, 35, Schladming, Steiermark
Stay at this 4-star spa apartment in Schladming. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Dachstein Sudwand and Schladming Dachstein ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
"Was great! We loved it here Had a little issue with check in , we got in late from a flight and needed to call for help"

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

Apartmentresort MyLodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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