mountain ACTIVE 

A Tempting natural backdrop

The Dachstein glacier has an extensive offering for summer and winter sport enthusiasts. Cross-countryclimbinghikingparagliding or simply enjoying the view– all these activities can be enjoyed on the Dachstein!

Active in spring, summer and autumn in the alps

© Birgit Walcher
Hiking For pleasure-seekers and speedy summit-scalers!
Klettern am Dachstein Gletscher | © Stephan Binder
Climbing Paradise for climbing novices and pros!
Marvel at the Dachstein mountain world during a tandem flight  - The Dachstein | © Paragleitflugschule Airsthetik
Paragliding The Dachstein - a magnet for paragliding enthusiasts!


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Safety first!

The Dachstein massif has unique weather conditions due to its height and isolated setting.

Within a matter of minutes conditions can change completely and these extreme fluctuations must be taken into account.

  • This means every tour must be planned carefully!
  • For precise times, information on difficulties and other questions please contact tourism or mountain guide offices well in advance!
  • Be aware of the danger posed by lightning on via ferrata!
  • Make sure you have the right equipment (crampons, pick, rope) on the glacier!
  • Alpine experience, the correct safety kit on via ferrata and appropriate equipment are essential.
  • Alpine emergency number: 140


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