Obertauern

Travel Guide
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. 

[PLACES] Obertauern by Valamar
[PLACES] Obertauern by Valamar
4 out of 5
Ringstrasse 8, Untertauern
The price is P19,091 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
P19,091
P21,626 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Obertauern. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Zentral Ski Lift and Gamsleiten I Ski Lift ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (7 reviews)
I fully recommend
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Reviewed on Mar 30, 2024

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Hotel Alpina
Hotel Alpina
4 out of 5
Römerstraße 53, Obertauern, Untertauern, Salzburg
The price is P13,923 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
P13,923
P15,745 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Stay at this 4-star ski hotel in Obertauern. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Zentral Ski Lift and Gamsleiten I Ski Lift ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
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Reviewed on Aug 6, 2024

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Kesselspitze Valamar Collection Hotel Superior
Kesselspitze Valamar Collection Hotel Superior
4.5 out of 5
1 Alpenstraße, Tweng
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Obertauern. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Achenrain Ski Lift and Schaidberg ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
worth staying here
"Staff all very good, very clean, good facilities, food excellent"

Reviewed on Apr 8, 2024

Kesselspitze Valamar Collection Hotel Superior
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Grafenberg Resort by Alpeffect Hotels
Grafenberg Resort by Alpeffect Hotels
3.5 out of 5
Hofmark 5, Wagrain, Austrian Alps, Salzburg Region
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Wagrain. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Snow Space Salzburg and ...
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Reviewed on Aug 25, 2024

Grafenberg Resort by Alpeffect Hotels
Feriendorf Edelweiss
Feriendorf Edelweiss
3 out of 5
Fanning 97, Mariapfarr, Salzburg
Stay at this 3-star spa apartment in Mariapfarr. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Samsonbahn and Samson-Jet Ski Lift ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Mrs. Zadrazilova and family
"Excellent"

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2019

Feriendorf Edelweiss
Haven Mountain Retreat
Haven Mountain Retreat
4 out of 5
Alpendorf 10, Sankt Johann im Pongau, Salzburg
Stay at this 4-star ski aparthotel in Sankt Johann im Pongau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Gernkogel I Sport Ski ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
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"Amazing location, amazing hotel, amazing service and amazing facilities , one to return to"

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2024

Haven Mountain Retreat
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