Golf vacation in Bad Hofgastein
Golfing in the Gastein Valley, nestled between mountains and fairways
A golf vacation in Bad Hofgastein combines athletic challenges with the beauty of the Alpine landscape. The historic Gastein Golf Club is one of the most beautiful courses in the Salzburg region and features an 18-hole course set against a stunning mountain backdrop.
Just a few minutes from the AlpenParks Residence, you can enjoy a round of golf among ancient trees, clear streams, and the imposing peaks of the Gastein Valley.
Why play golf in the Gastein Valley?
The Gastein Golf Club is one of the most scenically stunning 18-hole golf courses in the Salzburg region. Thanks to its location at an altitude of around 1,000 meters above sea level, the region offers particularly pleasant temperatures and ideal playing conditions in the summer.
Nestled between alpine mountain ranges, forests, and natural waterways, the course combines athletic challenges with an alpine nature experience.
Your benefits at a glance:
- 18-hole golf course with an alpine character
- Play at varying elevations with natural obstacles
- Pleasant summer temperatures due to the high altitude
- Combination of golf, wellness, and a mountain vacation in Bad Hofgastein
- Close proximity to thermal spas, restaurants, and recreational activities
This makes the Gastein Valley ideal for both active golf trips and relaxing leisure vacations.
Where is the Gastein Golf Club located?
The Gastein Golf Club is located between Bad Hofgastein and Bad Gastein in the Gastein Valley.
It is just a few minutes’ walk from the apartments at AlpenParks Residence.
Gastein Golf Club
Golfstraße 6
5640 Bad Gastein
What is the layout of the Gastein Golf Course?
The golf course is an 18-hole championship course.
Layout:
- Front Nine: wide fairways, longer holes
- Back Nine: narrower, more technically challenging
- natural obstacles (streams, trees, terrain features)
Character:
- varied
- strategically challenging
- harmoniously integrated into the Alpine landscape
Who is golf in the Gastein Valley suitable for?
- Beginners → wide fairways on the front nine
- Advanced players → tactical back nine
- Vacation golfers → a combination of sports and nature
- Seniors & leisure golfers → pleasant climate & peaceful course
When is the best time of year to play golf?
The golf season in the Gastein Valley runs from:
- April to October
- Peak season: June to September
- Advantage: no extreme summer heat due to the high altitude
Golf Alpin Card – Play Golf with Flexibility
With the Golf Alpin Card, you’ll enjoy maximum flexibility throughout the entire region.
Benefits:
- Valid at numerous Golf Alpin partner clubs
- Covers Salzburg, Tyrol, and the Salzkammergut
- Ideal for golf tours
- Attractive pricing for multiple green fees
Perfect for guests who want to play at multiple golf courses in Austria.
