Gastein Ladies

The WTA Austrian Open is a tennis tournament held in Bad Gastein, a spa town in the Austrian Alps near Salzburg. The event takes place on red clay courts in an outdoor setting surrounded by mountains and forests. Bad Gastein itself is known for its grand 19th-century hotels and thermal springs, giving the tournament a distinctive backdrop. The tournament was first established in 1896 as a women’s event and later became part of the WTA Tour in the Open Era. It was held in various Austrian cities before settling in Bad Gastein in 2007, where it was known as the Nürnberger Gastein Ladies. Four Austrian players have won the singles title, including Yvonne Meusburger in 2013, and the event attracted top international competitors during its run. Visitors to the WTA Bad Gastein find a modern clay court stadium set against the dramatic Alpine landscape. The tournament’s relaxed atmosphere and scenic surroundings make it a pleasant stop for tennis fans. The town offers thermal baths and historic architecture, providing a cultural contrast to the sporting action.