Winter hiking on the Sendleiten Winter Hiking Trail

Starting with the 2026/27 winter season, the new Sendleiten Winter Hiking Trail invites you to discover the snow-covered Schlossalm away from the ski slopes. Enjoy breathtaking views, crisp winter air, and the tranquality of the alpine landscape. A special experience for anyone who wants to actively and mindfully enjoy winter in Gastein.

Winter Hiking Trail Sendleiten – the facts

  • Start/finish: Schlossalmbahn Midway Station - Schlossalmbahn Mountain Station
  • Route: Midway Station – Bärsteinalm – Sendleitenbahn – Schlossalm Mountain Station
  • Duration: approx. 90 min
  • Distance: approx. 2.3 km
  • Elevation gain: approx. 310
  • Difficulty: moderate to difficult

Sendleiten Winter Hiking Trail – route description

From the Schlossalmbahn's midway station, the winter hiking trail leads past the Bärsteinalm and along winter hiking trails to the Sendleitenbahn. After taking the lift up, follow the signposted winter hiking trail back to the Schlossalm mountain station.

The winter hiking trail combinies a nature experience with mountain railway ride to create a special winter tour.

Important: Due to the alpine terrain and winter conditions, good physical fitness and appropriate gear are required. 

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  • ❗️Important Information : Due to maintenance work, the Schlossalmbahn will be out of service on selected days. The Stubnerkogel lifts remain open.
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❗️Important Information : Due to maintenance work, the Schlossalmbahn will be out of service on selected days. The Stubnerkogel lifts remain open.

The Schlossalmbahn will be closed on the following dates due to maintenance work:

  • September 21 – September 23
  • September 28 - September 30
  • October 5 - October 7

The Stubnerkogel lifts remain open. On all other days, the Schlossalmbahn operates as scheduled.

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Single-day and multi-day passes for the coming winter are now available to book online.

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