Step into a world of towering peaks, emerald lakes, and unspoiled alpine meadows on this self-guided hiking adventure around the Dachstein massif. Experience unforgettable high-altitude trails, cozy mountain huts, and stunning views across three Austrian provinces.
Cost
Cost Includes
- 6 nights in 3★–4★ hotels & inns
- 1 night in mountain hut (Hofpürgl Hut)
- Daily breakfast
- Luggage transport (except Hofpürgl Hut night)
- Ramsau Summer Card (free buses, cable cars & attractions)
- Tickets: Gosaukamm cable car, Salzbergbahn, Hallstatt boat & train
- Transfer on Day 6
- Maps, GPS app, detailed route descriptions
- 24/7 local support hotline
Cost Excludes
- Flights to/from Salzburg
- Handling fee (€20)
- Tourist tax (local, if applicable)
- Public bus transport (approx. €9 per person)
- Travel insurance
- Lunches and dinners (optional half-board available)
Overview
The Dachstein massif lies proudly between Styria, Salzburg, and Upper Austria – a UNESCO World Heritage landscape. Over 8 magical days you’ll cross lush pastures, jagged ridges, pristine valleys, and glittering alpine lakes. Luggage transfers and carefully chosen accommodations ensure comfort, while cozy mountain huts provide authentic alpine flair.
This journey is more than a hike – it’s a passage through Austria’s most dramatic landscapes.
Trip Highlights
- The mighty Dachstein massif with glacier views
- The wild Gosau Gorge – the "Dolomites" of Salzkammergut
- Idyllic mountain huts with authentic alpine hospitality
- Sky-high panoramas from Salzberg and Gosaukamm cable cars
- Traditional alpine farms and homemade local delicacies
- Quiet karst plateaus and hidden lakes far from crowds
- Hallstatt – Austria’s jewel on the lake
