Ski Apartments for rent all year round!
Obertauern, Austria
Small but varied ski area, with great snow and Austrian atmosphere.
Ski Facts
Trails (Pistes): 63 Halfpipes: 1
Summit: 2350 m Toplift: m
Beg: 40% Int: 50% Adv: 10% Terrain Parks: 1
Vertical Drop: 711 m X-Country: 26 km
Lifts: 28 (16 chair lifts, 11 surface lifts) Snowmaking: 10%
Gondolas / Cable Cars: 1 Slopeside accom. : Y
Restaurants: 32 Acres of ski: 1174
Bars: 30 Nearest Airport: Salzburg
Nearest Train : Radstadt Info phone : +43 6456 7386
Obertauern has developed an international reputation for being one of the finest skiing destinations in Europe. And while this Austrian hotspot suits all levels of skiers, many visitors often comment that Obertauern is perhaps at its peak with intermediate skiers. The snow quality and skiing is excellent, for most skiers the number of runs will be fine for a week long holiday and especially good for young families.
About 50 years ago, Obertauern made its debut as a happening ski spot—when it was discovered how fine the snow was in the region, a handful of the frequenters of the area made a plan for a small ski run, and the small ski village of Obertauern was born. Of course, many resorts in Austria, Switzerland, and Germany developed slowly and were created in the same fashion. However, in this particular area it happened a lot quicker; hotels and other resorts have sprung up all over the mountainside, affording superb skiing throughout most the region, with plenty of affordable accommodations
The snow conditions are second to none, and the region boasts a long winter ski season. When you’re not skiing, you can partake of the other opportunities the village has to offer: a sports center, replete with a bowling alley and gym, or go hiking, play tennis, or unwind in a spa.
The village has quite a traditional feel (even though it is fairly new), with excellent nightlife and restaurants a-plenty on the piste side. It is also noted that the main tour operators in the UK do not regularily travel to Obertauern and so the village has a very Austrian feel to it and the slopes are very empty. Lift queues are almost non existant due to a modern high speed lift system.
This resort is perfect for a weekend getaway with superb snow and a romantic traditional feel.
What’s Great
+ Excellent snow record
+ Well-linked, user friendly circuit
+ Slopes for all standards
+Good modern lift system
+ Good mountain restaurants
+ Lively aprés-ski scene
+ Short transfer from Salzburg
Apparthotel Steinadler
5562 Obertauern
Austria
tele 0044 2476 632148