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On this trekking tour in the World Heritage region, the Dachstein impresses with its double peak with a height of 2,995 metres. This is also the highest peak in the Dachstein mountain range, in the province of Upper Austria and Styria. The area is particularly well suited for trekking tours and offers wonderful opportunities for challenging hikes. The idyllic alpine landscapes and quiet valleys make for a peaceful break in the fresh air when trekking in the Salzkammergut.

On this trekking holiday on the Dachstein High Altitude Circular Path, all demanding, mountain-experienced hikers will get their money's worth. Over seven days, the route leads around the Dachstein and offers magnificent distant views, as well as impressive panoramas of the Alps and the picturesque Salzkammergut. What awaits you on the five daily stages? The 2,458-metre-high Bischofsmütze, the path to the Hallstatt salt mine, wonderfully fragrant mountain pine trees on the hiking trail to the Stoderzinken and regional delicacies at the Brünnerhütte. This trekking tour offers the ideal remedy to everyday life for all mountain lovers who long for a challenging high-altitude hiking tour.

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Dachstein High Altitude Circular Trek

Trek this incredible high altitude route in the Austrian Alps.
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7 Days from $995USD
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Duration
7 Days
Season
Jun-Sep
Activity
Walking
Type
Self-guided, Private
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Difficulty
Very Hard (5/5)
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Dachstein High Altitude Circular Trek
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On this trekking tour in the World Heritage region, the Dachstein impresses with its double peak with a height of 2,995 metres. This is also the highest peak in the Dachstein mountain range, in the province of Upper Austria and Styria. The area is particularly well suited for trekking tours and offers wonderful opportunities for challenging hikes. The idyllic alpine landscapes and quiet valleys make for a peaceful break in the fresh air when trekking in the Salzkammergut.

On this trekking holiday on the Dachstein High Altitude Circular Path, all demanding, mountain-experienced hikers will get their money's worth. Over seven days, the route leads around the Dachstein and offers magnificent distant views, as well as impressive panoramas of the Alps and the picturesque Salzkammergut. What awaits you on the five daily stages? The 2,458-metre-high Bischofsmütze, the path to the Hallstatt salt mine, wonderfully fragrant mountain pine trees on the hiking trail to the Stoderzinken and regional delicacies at the Brünnerhütte. This trekking tour offers the ideal remedy to everyday life for all mountain lovers who long for a challenging high-altitude hiking tour.

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Trip highlights

Observe the breathtaking scenery and panoramic views of the Dachstein mountain range and the Alps.

Enjoy the varied hiking experiences, including ascending Bischofsmütze, exploring the Hallstatt salt mine, hiking through fragrant pine trees.

Immerse yourself in the rich culture and culinary delights of the Salzkammergut region, indulging in regional alpine specialties and local delicacies.

Make new friends while staying in beautiful mountain hut for one night, full of hiker’s atmosphere.

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Arrival in Ramsau
Arrive and settle in your accommodation in Ramsau, from where the trek will begin.
Distance None
Overnight Location Hotel in Porto da Cruz
Included Meals None
Day 2
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Hike to Hofpürgl Hut
Start with a short bus ride and hike up to the summit Sulzenschneid. Via the Linzer Path you cross the Alpine pasture area ‚Rinderfeld’ with all kind of cattle grazing. Then your route leads below the peaks along a high-altitude path towards the impressive Bischofsmütze (mitre) and then to the foot of this well-known rock formation to the Hofpürgl hut, where a cosy evening in the hut awaits.
Distance 6 hours, 13km, 800m of ascent, 660m of descent
Overnight Location Hofpürgl Hut
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 3
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Hike to Gosau
Anticipate an amazing morning mood on the mountain, followed by high altitude trekking with stunning views below the sharp ridges of the Gosau mountain. Then via Alpine pastures with grazing cattle all the way to the alp Stuhlalm, which invites you to a break and to sample some of the home made produce. Below the peak Donnerkogel (summit ascent possible) to the Gablonzer hut with breathtaking views onto the Dachstein glacier and down into the Gosau valley and lake Gosau. Break and cable car descent to lake Gosau.
Distance 5 hours, 11km, 330m of ascent, 540m of descent
Overnight Location Hotel in Gosau
Included Meals Breakfast
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Hike to Bad Goisern
From Gosau the route takes you along forest paths via the alp Iglmoosalm to the hut of the Goiserer Alpine Club, situated on the mountain crest which offers stunning views onto the Goiserer valley and lake Hallstätter See. You have again the option of a summit ascent onto the mountain Hochkalmberg with the rock formation called ‚Stone Indian’. Descent via the Waldsteig to Bad Goisern on lake Hallstättersee.
Distance 6hours, 15km, 860m of ascent, 1060m of descent
Overnight Location Hotel in Bad Goisern
Included Meals Breakfast
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Hike to Stoderzinken
After a short transfer the route takes you through the forest to the summit Hochmühleck. Via the summit to the Viehberg alp, where traditional huts invite to a break. A little bit towards the valley now and then once more through a remote karst and mountain pine area up to the Brünner hut situated on the Stoderzinken. You spend a recuperating night in the mountains directly below the sharp peak of the Stoderzinken.
Distance 7 hours, 19km, 1.300m of ascent, 370m of descent
Overnight Location Hotel in Stoderzinken
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 6
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Hike to Ramsau
Today you cross the high plateau of the Styrian Dachstein plateau. Through mountain pine and larch forests, past little mountain lakes you hike over solitary and vast karst and gravel areas upwards and down, heading for the majestic Dachstein. This high-altitude trekking tour beneath spectacular summits and through untouched nature towards the mountaineer-station Guttenberghaus is the perfect final route of your week of trekking around the Dachstein!
Distance 6.5-7 hours, 19km, 750m of ascent, 1.380m of descent
Overnight Location Hotel in Ramsau
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 7
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Departure or extra days
Depart Ramsau after breakfast.
Distance None
Overnight Location None
Included Meals Breakfast

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Dates and prices

This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only, where the pricing depends on your travelling dates, as well as the types of rooms that you need. Note that the room types mentioned below do not apply to mountain hut, where dormitory rooms are provided.

2025 Departures:
The departures are available every Saturday and Sunday, from June 14th to September 14th, 2025.

  • Single room: from $1,175USD*
  • Sharing a double room: from $995USD*

*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip. Please click the booking button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates. The prices listed are per person.

What’s included

Meals

6 breakfasts are included. You can also upgrade to half board for an extra charge.

Accommodations

Accommodations for 7 nights are included.

Transportation during the Tour

Transportation for your luggage is included, except for a stay in Hofpürglhut, where you will have to carry a daypack to. This tour also provides Ramsau Summer Card (Dachstein Gletscherbahn, any cable cars, tourist attractions, public buses, ect.), one cable car descent at Gosaukamm and a transfer on day 5. Note there may be public transport transfers required for the operation of this tour that are not included.

Also Included

  • Carefully elaborated route description
  • Welcome briefing (German, English)
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English)
  • App for Navigation and GPS-data available
  • Service hotline

Not included

  • Getting to and from Ramsau
  • Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
  • Transfers to and from the trailhead
  • Tourist tax (paid locally)

Optional Extras

  • Additional nights before or after the tour
  • Single occupancy upgrades
  • Upgrade to half board (add dinners), mostly multi-course, sometimes outside the property, payable with voucher

Accommodation for Dachstein High Altitude Circular Trek

This tour is based in hotels, inns and one mountain hut.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy, except for mountain hut, where you’ll be sharing dormitory room with other travellers. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.

Frequently asked questions

How hard is the Dachstein High Altitude Circular Trek Tour?

We rate this tour as a 5 / 5. Expect trekking challenging high altitude paths with views onto the Alps and the Salzkammergut region. This is an ideal tour for hiking enthusiasts equipped with a good fitness level and surefootedness. This tour mainly leads along hiking trails and you can expect walking times up to 7 hours.

Do I need a visa to travel to the Dachstein High Altitude Circular Trek Tour?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included on the Dachstein High Altitude Circular Trek Tour?

6 breakfasts are included. You can also upgrade to half board for an extra charge.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your travel insurance.

How do I get to Ramsau to start this tour?

You can fly to Salzburg or Munich airports, and from there embark on a train journey to Schladming, where you would get on a bus to Ramsau.

Is the Dachstein High Altitude Circular Trek Tour in English?

Yes, the tour description is in English.

Where does the Dachstein High Altitude Circular Trek Tour end?

The Dachstein High Altitude Circular Trek Tour ends where it starts, in Ramsau.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Austria?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Austria?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

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