The land of Bad Gastein was settled more than thirteen centuries ago for the first time. The first settlers led a peaceful life. They were mainly engaged in raising livestock and hunting in the local forests. Gradually, the number of people increased. Bad Gastein became enough a large town to enter the domain of the archbishops of Salzburg. The medicinal properties of local springs were discovered in 1230. They immediately began to attract travelers. The resort became very popular among the rulers, politicians, aristocrats, and manufacturers of different countries in the 19th century. It became a place where anyone could improve his health.
Many hotels at this resort look so wonderful that can be visited as landmarks. As a rule, Grand Park is called the most prestigious hotel of Bad Gastein. Thanks to its top quality service … Open
As a rule, alpine ski fans start appearing in Bad Gastein in December. Some ski trails high in the mountains are available for training until the end of March. The total length of all … Open
The church is an excellent example of a combination of two such dissimilar styles as Gothic and Baroque. It always attracts travelers with its antiquity and monumentality. Besides, the reconstruction did not affect the interior. You can see the frescoes on the biblical theme in the temple today. They were created by the famous master Schroeder in 1480. Ancient icons and details of the wooden decoration of the church made with great skill are also preserved. Therefore, if you have the opportunity, you should get inside the temple. Everyone is allowed to enter there.
Bad Gastein is not the largest of the Austrian cities. If you want to combine mountain walks, baths with healing water, and visits to major shopping centers, you will be disappointed. There … Open
You can relax after a day of walking in the Thermalwasserbrunnen Beim Kurzentrum. You can feel like the crown Prince or at least a rich industrialist of the last century here. If you want to see what luxury hotels looked like in the past, you should visit the Grand Hotel de l'Europe. This is a half-abandoned hotel today. Some of its floors are no longer habitable. However, it is still possible to stay here. You should also visit the Gasteiner Museum. Its exposition tells in some detail about the history of the town. You can also book a walking tour of Bad Gastein here. You will also have the opportunity to learn all about the oldest local buildings here. Please note that the guide will speak only German.
Bad Gastein is one of the most prestigious alpine ski resorts in Austria. It has become popular with travelers not only for its snowy high class trails, but also because of unique geothermal … Open