Dachstein – mountain scenery & glacier experience
The Dachstein shapes the mountain landscape around Gut Weissenhof like hardly any other peak. With its striking silhouette and high-alpine glacier scenery, it is one of the region’s most impressive excursion destinations and is only about 30 minutes away by car.
Excursion to the Dachstein
Everything at a glance
Distance from Gut Weissenhof: approx. 28 km
Travel time: approx. 36 minutes
Recommended age: suitable for all ages
Best time of year: open year-round
Highlights: panoramic gondola, suspension bridge, “Stairway to Nothingness”, Skywalk, Ice Palace, glacier world
Refreshment options: restaurant on the Dachstein with panoramic views
Fee / ticket: tickets for ascents and descents & attractions are subject to a fee
Notes:
It is best to reserve tickets online in advance, especially during peak season. Warm clothing is recommended even in summer. Restrictions may apply depending on the weather.
Experience Description
The Dachstein is one of the region’s most popular excursion destinations and impresses with its high-alpine glacier world and panoramic views at over 2,700 m altitude. The ride on the Dachstein panoramic gondola is an experience in itself, before you explore the mountain world on foot or from the viewpoints.
Whether on a walk across the suspension bridge, taking in the view from the “Stairway to Nothingness”, or visiting the Ice Palace, the variety of attractions makes the Dachstein a special destination for anyone who would like to experience nature, views and alpine altitude.
The site also offers various paths and platforms that open up different perspectives of the surrounding mountains and landscape. If you would like to recharge in between, you can enjoy regional cuisine with panoramic views at the restaurant on the Dachstein.
More information about the Dachstein is available here