Katrin - Bad Ischl Ski Resort Guide
Katrin - Bad Ischl, Austria
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| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Snowboarders and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 8km 5 miles |
| Highest Lift | 1,450m 4,757ft |
| Resort Height | 470m 1,542ft |
| Nearest Airports | Salzburg and Linz |
Katrin - Bad Ischl
Katrin - Bad Ischl offers stunning alpine scenery and diverse skiing experiences. Perfect for families and all skill levels, this resort promises a memorable winter escape.
Summary
Nestled in the picturesque Salzkammergut region, Katrin - Bad Ischl boasts a unique blend of natural beauty and accessible skiing. With well-groomed pistes and charming surroundings, it's an ideal destination for both skiing and relaxation.
The ski area of Katrin - Bad Ischl is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 470m 1,542ft , with 8km 5 miles of marked runs.
Katrin - Bad Ischl is part of the Dachstein West ski area with access to 97 marked pistes, served by a total of 81 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Katrin - Bad Ischl itself ( 8km 5 miles of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Dachstein West ski resorts of Abtenau, Annaberg im Lammertal, Gosau, Krippenstein, Obertraun/Dachstein and Rußbach.
The skiing is at relatively low altitude, so snow cover can be variable.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Katrin - Bad Ischl is 4km 2 miles long.
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Snow and Weather
Katrin - Bad Ischl typically experiences reliable snowfall from December through March, with an average snow depth of around 70 cm. For the latest snow conditions and depth updates, check J2Ski for accurate and timely information.
When will it snow in Katrin - Bad Ischl?
The next notable snow forecast is 1cm 1in , expected on 28 December.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Katrin - Bad Ischl Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 1 | 1km 1 miles |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 1 | 1km 1 miles |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 1 | 1km 1 miles |
| Downhill Total Length | 8km 5 miles | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 40km 25 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 5 | |
Dachstein West Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 8 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 55 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 31 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 3 | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 81 | |
Katrin - Bad Ischl Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 1,450m 4,757ft |
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| Lowest Piste | 470m 1,542ft |
| Resort Altitude (Katrin - Bad Ischl) | 470m 1,542ft |
| Max Vertical | 980m 3,215ft |
Ratings & Suitability
| Expert Skiers | |
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| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
The Katrin ski area features a diverse range of slopes extending up to 1,500 meters in elevation. Notable pistes include the challenging blue 'Katrin 1' and the leisurely red 'Katrin 2', complemented by the efficient Katrin Gipfelbahn lift for easy access.
Katrin - Bad Ischl offers good sking, particularly, for Expert and Intermediate skiers.
Ski Lessons in Katrin - Bad Ischl

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Katrin - Bad Ischl Ski Schools and Katrin - Bad Ischl Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will enjoy the terrain park known as 'Katrin Park', which offers a variety of jumps and features perfect for all levels. The park is well-maintained, ensuring a fun experience for freestyle enthusiasts.
Location and Map
Where is Katrin - Bad Ischl?
This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Bad Ischl, Gmunden.
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Katrin - Bad Ischl is Salzburg, 45 minutes drive away.
Linz, Graz, Klagenfurt, Munich, Innsbruck Airport and Ljubljana airports are all within three hours drive.
Salzburg is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Traveling to Katrin - Bad Ischl is convenient via Salzburg Airport, located just over an hour away by car. From there, take the A1 motorway toward Bad Ischl, enjoying scenic views along the way.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The five ski lifts are able to uplift 2,300 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Season Dates
When is Katrin - Bad Ischl open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, unwind at the cozy 'Katrin Alm' bar with its warm atmosphere and local dishes. Alternatively, explore 'Gasthaus zum Kühlen' for a traditional Austrian experience or head to 'Klosterkeller' for live music and vibrant nightlife.