Culinary experiences in Gastein

In the Gastein valley, every meal turns into an experience for all senses.

If your first thought is of hearty dumplings enjoyed in a cosy alpine hut, you’re already thinking in the right direction – but Gastein also offers so much more than that. From a sunrise breakfast above the clouds to a moonlit gourmet dinner or fine delicacies savoured beside a rushing waterfall: Gastein is an eldorado for foodies and lovers of good taste. 

Flavours you’ll never forget

A culinary journey through the Gastein valley is more than just a feast for the palate – it’s an experience. Whether it’s a picnic in the forest, a gourmet dinner under the stars or a leisurely hike from hut to hut, dining in the Alps becomes a true journey of discovery. 

In Gastein, you’re not just sitting at the table. You’re right in the middle of it all. On the culinary farm walk, you wander from one delicacy to the next to the sound of local music. During the Wald:Brunch, full moon dinner or dinner by the waterfall, you enjoy creative dishes in stunning natural surroundings. The Markt:Abend invites you to stroll, taste and savour the region’s flavours in a lively open-air setting. And for something truly special, a culinary winter journey combines snow, silence and fine aromas into an unforgettable alpine experience. 

Active adventures with a taste of Gastein

If you want to combine outdoor activity with regional indulgence, the Gastein valley offers countless opportunities. Leisurely hikes lead along scenic trails to alpine huts, farm shops and cosy refreshment stops – where local flavours meet breathtaking views. Start your day with a summit breakfast in the fresh mountain air or set out on a culinary hut walk featuring Gastein’s finest specialities. Biking enthusiasts will also find plenty to enjoy: Leisurely rides through the mountain landscape perfectly combine gentle exercise with authentic Gastein delicacies – a treat for both body and soul. 

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Your culinary Gastein experience

Hut evening at Graukogelalm

Graukogelalm

Market:Evening

Hamplplatz (next to the Kursaal)

Culinary Winter Journey at National Park Hohe Tauern

Kötschachtal

Full Moon Dinner

Sportgastein

Hut evening at Graukogelalm

Graukogelalm

Hut evening at Graukogelalm

Graukogelalm

Hut evening at Graukogelalm

Graukogelalm

Hut evening at Graukogelalm

Graukogelalm

Hut evening at Graukogelalm

Graukogelalm

Hut evening at Graukogelalm

Graukogelalm

Culinary Winter Journey at National Park Hohe Tauern

Kötschachtal

Hut evening at Graukogelalm

Graukogelalm

Hut evening at Graukogelalm

Graukogelalm

Hut evening at Graukogelalm

Graukogelalm

Hut evening at Graukogelalm

Graukogelalm

Hut evening at Graukogelalm

Graukogelalm

Hut evening at Graukogelalm

Graukogelalm

Hut evening at Graukogelalm

Graukogelalm

Culinary Winter Journey at National Park Hohe Tauern

Kötschachtal

Hut evening at Graukogelalm

Graukogelalm

Hut evening at Graukogelalm

Graukogelalm

Hut evening at Graukogelalm

Graukogelalm

Hut evening at Graukogelalm

Graukogelalm

Hut evening at Graukogelalm

Graukogelalm

Hut evening at Graukogelalm

Graukogelalm
More culinary delights in Salzburger Land can be found on the Via Culinaria.

Fine aromas in any weather

Even when the sun takes a break, Gastein continues to serve up pure enjoyment. Cosy inns, cafés and restaurants invite you in with regional specialities and a relaxed atmosphere. Local farm products – from handmade cheese to freshly baked bread – let you bring the authentic taste of the valley home with you. Whether you’re soaking up the sunshine on a terrace or warming up inside a rustic hut – one thing is certain: In Gastein, enjoyment never depends on the weather. 

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