Tauplitz Travel Guide

City Alpine village in Styria with Tauplitz ski area

On a high Styrian plateau, Tauplitz draws skiers to groomed runs and summer hikers to alpine pastures and three clear lakes, with rustic huts serving mountain cheese and hearty soups.

Costs

Moderate to pricey alpine resort budget

Plan $140-200 per day for ski season; summer is slightly cheaper.

Safety

Very safe, well-managed

Very safe, well-organized mountain resort with reliable rescue services.

Best Time

Dec-Mar skiing, Jun-Sep hiking

December-March for skiing; June-September for hiking and alpine meadows.

In This Guide

Why Visit
Best Things to Do
Bucket List
Best Time to Visit
How to Get There
How to Get Around
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

Local Time

3:09 AM

GMT+2

Weather

39°F

Partly Cloudy

Population

615

Infrastructure & Convenience

Excellent lifts, marked trails, tourist services and English information in season.

Popularity

Popular with Austrian and German skiers in winter and hikers in summer.

Known For

Tauplitzalm plateau, ski resort, alpine lakes, hiking trails, cross‑country skiing, cable cars, wildflower meadows, family‑friendly resorts

Tauplitzalm is one of Austria's largest high‑alpine plateaus, famous for its summer wildflower meadows.

Why Visit Tauplitz? #

Alpine Tauplitz is known for the Tauplitzalm plateau and clear mountain lakes such as Tauplitzsee, drawing hikers and skiers throughout the year. Cozy mountain huts and well-groomed slopes suit winter sport enthusiasts, while summer brings wildflower meadows and long cross-country trails. Styrian specialties like Kässpätzle and schnapps pair well with panoramic hut stops and simple, family-run guesthouses.

Best Things to Do in Tauplitz

All Attractions ›

Hallstatt-Dachstein / Salzkammergut Cultural Landscape

Alpine cultural landscape with historic salt mines and lakes

Historical Site

Hoher Dachstein

Prominent limestone massif and glacier of Dachstein

Mountain

Traunsee

Scenic Austrian lake known for clear waters

Lake

Lower Tauern

Alpine mountain range in Austria with ski resorts

Mountains

Hallstätter See

Alpine lake by Hallstatt in Austria's Salzkammergut

Lake

Kalkalpen National Park

Austrian national park protecting extensive mixed beech-fir forests

National Park

Dachstein Mountains

Austrian mountain massif with Alpine caves and peaks

Mountains

Lake Toplitz

Remote alpine lake linked to WWII mysteries

Lake

Tauplitz Bucket List

Don't Miss

Tauplitzalm cable car - Ride the Tauplitzalm cable car up to the high plateau and alpine lakes.
Tauplitzsee lakes - Walk around the Tauplitzsee and smaller mountain lakes for serene alpine scenery.
Tauplitz ski area - Ski or hike in the Tauplitz ski area with slopes for varied abilities.

Hidden Gems

Giglachsee pond - Find peaceful shores at the smaller Giglachsee pond for reflective alpine views.
Alpine pastures trails - Hike quieter trails across alpine pastures dotted with grazing livestock and wildflowers.
Local mountain huts - Stop in family-run mountain huts to taste regional Styrian snacks and dairy products.

Day Trips

Altaussee and the salt mine - Visit Altaussee for its salt mine tour and lakeside walking routes.
Bad Mitterndorf and Grimming - Explore Bad Mitterndorf, take views of Mount Grimming, and enjoy thermal spa options.

Best Time to Visit Tauplitz #

Tauplitz is an alpine area in Styria with snowy winters and mild summers. Winter attracts skiers, while late June to September are best for hiking the lakes and high meadows.

Winter

December - February · -10 to 0°C (14 to 32°F)

Classic alpine winters: abundant snow, cold temperatures and excellent skiing. Busy during holidays; quieter mid-week stays offer fresh powder and reliable winter conditions.

Spring & Autumn

March - May / September - November · 2 to 15°C (36 to 59°F)

Changeable shoulder seasons - muddy trails early spring and crisp, colourful autumn; good for quiet walks, photography, and lower prices outside peak times.

Summer

June - August · 12 to 25°C (54 to 77°F)

Warm, often sunny summers perfect for alpine hiking, swimming in mountain lakes, and wildflower meadows; insect repellent advised for some valleys.

Best Time to Visit Tauplitz #

Climate

Tauplitz's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 20°C. Abundant rainfall (1136 mm/year), wettest in July.

Best Time to Visit

SeptemberMayAugust

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

32°

Warmest Month

-27°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

-4°

Feels Like Freezing

-4°C

Temperature

-8° – 0°

93%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

63 mm

Rainfall

1.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.1

UV Index

Low

8.8h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

-3°

Feels Like Freezing

-3°C

Temperature

-7° – 2°

92%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

58 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.3

UV Index

Low

10.1h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

1°

Feels Like Cold

1°C

Temperature

-3° – 6°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

86 mm

Rainfall

2.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.5

UV Index

Moderate

11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

5°

Feels Like Cold

5°C

Temperature

0° – 10°

81%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

77 mm

Rainfall

2.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.9

UV Index

Moderate

13.5h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

10°

Feels Like Cool

10°C

Temperature

4° – 16°

80%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

96 mm

Rainfall

2.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.2

UV Index

High

14.9h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

13°

Feels Like Cool

13°C

Temperature

7° – 19°

80%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

141 mm

Rainfall

2.0 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.5

UV Index

High

15.7h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (156 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

15°

Feels Like Cool

15°C

Temperature

9° – 21°

80%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

156 mm

Rainfall

2.0 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.5

UV Index

Very High

15.3h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

15°

Feels Like Cool

15°C

Temperature

9° – 20°

81%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

133 mm

Rainfall

1.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.3

UV Index

High

14.1h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

11°

Feels Like Cool

11°C

Temperature

6° – 17°

85%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

103 mm

Rainfall

1.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.8

UV Index

Moderate

12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

7°

Feels Like Cold

7°C

Temperature

2° – 12°

86%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

72 mm

Rainfall

1.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.4

UV Index

Low

10.7h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

1°

Feels Like Cold

1°C

Temperature

-3° – 5°

90%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

73 mm

Rainfall

1.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.2

UV Index

Low

9.2h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

32 Poor

Comfort

-3°

Feels Like Freezing

-3°C

Temperature

-7° – 1°

91%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

78 mm

Rainfall

1.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.1

UV Index

Low

8.3h daylight

How to Get to Tauplitz

Tauplitz (Bad Mitterndorf area) in Styria is reached via Salzburg or Graz airports with onward ÖBB train and regional Postbus connections. Seasonal ski buses increase options in winter; connections are efficient but often require one change.

By Air

Salzburg Airport (SZG): The closest international airport to Tauplitz (Styria). From SZG take the S-Bahn or bus to Salzburg Hbf (~10-15 minutes) and then ÖBB regional trains toward Schladming/Bad Aussee with a connecting bus to Tauplitz; total travel is roughly 1.75-2.5 hours depending on connections.

Graz Airport (GRZ): An alternative with connections by ÖBB rail and regional Postbus services; journey times are longer (2-3+ hours) but can be practical depending on flight schedules.

By Train & Bus

Train: ÖBB regional and intercity trains run to Schladming and Bad Aussee; from those stations local Postbus lines serve Tauplitz. Typical rail+bus travel from Salzburg takes around 1.5-2.5 hours.

Bus: ÖBB/Postbus routes serve the Salzkammergut and Tauplitz area; in winter there are often direct ski buses from Salzburg or regional hubs during the season - check seasonal timetables for exact services and fares.

How to Get Around Tauplitz #

Tauplitz (Tauplitzalm region) is compact and oriented around the alpine resort area; many places are accessible on foot. In winter, ski buses and shuttle services link the village to nearby towns and ski lifts. Driving is common, but winter conditions require appropriate equipment. Regional buses connect to Bad Mitterndorf and other local hubs; timetables vary seasonally so check them before travel.

Where to Stay in Tauplitz #

Budget

Tauplitz centre / ski area - $40-80/night

Tauplitz offers small guesthouses and pensions close to the slopes. Good for budget skiers who don't need full-service hotels.

Hotel Garni Der Sinn (Tauplitz) - Simple, cosy pension near lifts.
Alpenhotel & Gasthof Sperber (nearby) - Affordable alpine rooms, traditional meals.

Mid-Range

Tauplitz/Bad Mitterndorf - $90-160/night

Several comfortable hotels and pensions provide good mid-range stays with easy ski-lift access and regional breakfasts.

Pension Kirchler - Comfortable family-run pension, ski proximity.
Hotel Grimmingblick (Bad Mitterndorf area) - Comfortable hotel, spa access nearby.

Luxury

Ausseerland / Bad Mitterndorf - $170+/night

True luxury resorts are limited in the village; upscale spa hotels are found in the broader Ausseerland and Bad Mitterndorf area.

Thermenhotel Bleibergerhof (region) - High-end spa hotel within driving distance.
Hotel Berghof (nearby region) - Upscale alpine rooms and spa services.

Where to Eat in Tauplitz #

Breakdown of cuisine types found across Tauplitz's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.

Regional

Pizza

Fish

Kebab

German

Austrian

Sandwich

Hungarian

Ice Cream

Coffee Shop

Mostheuriger

Nightlife in Tauplitz #

Nightlife is low-key and centred on hotel bars and alpine huts, especially in winter. You’ll find relaxed après-ski spots rather than busy clubs; for more evening variety, nearby towns have larger offerings.

Shopping in Tauplitz #

Shopping options in Tauplitz are small and focused on tourist needs: ski shops, a few groceries and alpine souvenir outlets. For a broader retail selection, visit Bad Mitterndorf or larger regional towns.