Dachstein Glacier
A fascinating world of snow and ice
Visitors with a strong stomach and a head for heights should not miss out on a trip to Austria's highest hanging bridge. The views of the surrounding Dachstein glacier and beyond are spectacular.
Highlights away from the skis slopes on the Dachstein glacier:
- "Staircase to Nowhere": 14 narrow steps on a glass platform high above the glacier
- Ice Palace inside the glacier with sculptures, ice pillars and a crystal cathedral
- Hanging bridge: Austria's highest hanging bridge with breathtaking views of the Dachstein Massif.
- Skywalk viewing platform 250 m above the vertical face of the Hunerkogel mountain.
- Panoramic gondola: transparent gondola climbing the 1000 vertical metres up onto the glacier in just six minutes
> Action, adrenaline and adventure await on the Dachstein glacier <
Snow Adventures
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the beautiful Dachstein region has been a popular destination for wintersports enthusiasts for years.
The glacier cross-country skiing trail (18 km, diagonal and skating trail) at 2700 metres above sea level is a popular training location for the world's best, though amateurs will also appreciate the well-maintained facilities. Ski touring is also popular, with the Dachstein glacier home to Austria's National Ski Tour.
