Dachstein Krippenstein

The Dachstein Krippenstein impresses in many ways!
Whether it's the Dachstein panorama, climbing tours and cave trekking in summer or snowshoeing, ski touring and the longest valley descent in Upper Austria in winter - the Dachstein Krippenstein in the UNESCO World Heritage region in the Salzkammergut offers it all.

During the summer season, you are not only transported comfortably up to 2,100 metres by cable car to one of the most beautiful hiking landscapes in Upper Austria. The Dachstein Krippenstein also offers unique experiences for groups and families, both above and below ground.

Immerse yourself in a fascinating cave world, enjoy a leisurely hike to the 5fingers, a snowshoe tour in absolute harmony with nature or pure adrenalin in the climbing area Dachstein Krippenstein or freeriding in winter. The Dachstein Krippenstein is worth a visit all year round!

Hiking region Dachstein Krippenstein

The excursion destination in the Salzkammergut

The Dachstein Krippenstein in the Salzkammergut offers everything your (hiking) heart desires! Adventurous experiences both above and below ground are the norm here - nature experiences and lasting memories included.

At 2,100 metres above sea level, you can expect moderate temperatures for a perfect hiking climate. Spectacular views of Lake Hallstattsee and the surrounding mountains can be enjoyed at dizzying heights on the viewing platform 5fingers. The walk-in Dachstein shark, the World Heritage View and the viewing platform World Heritage spiral are also popular attractions. If you want to go on a longer hiking tour, the Heilbronn circular hiking trail is the perfect choice. The hike takes around 3 hours and is also suitable for children.

NEW: The Dachstein Krippenstein has successfully achieved a new certification and will be one of the "Best Austrian Summer Cable Cars" from 2024.

Cave world Dachstein Krippenstein

Underground world of experience

The breathtaking cave world on the Dachstein Krippenstein promises fun and action for the whole family.

The water-bearing Koppenbrüller Cave is located in the valley and delights visitors with thousands of years old stalactites and the roaring of the invisible stream inside the mountain.

The gigantic Mammut Cave and the fascinating Dachstein Giant Ice Cave are located at the Schönbergalm middle station. In the Mammut Cave, extensive cave passages, impressive rock cathedrals and plays of light and shadow will amaze young and old alike.

The mystical Dachstein Giant Ice Cave with its 35 metre long suspension bridge and the new light and sound show is a delight for young and old alike. Other highlights on the guided tour through the cave are the cave bears Ben & Boris and the impressive giant icicle in the Parsival Dome.

Award "Best Austrian Summer Cable Cars"

The Dachstein Krippenstein cable cars with their offer on the mountain was certified by fulfilling 160 quality criteria and was particularly convincing in the category "panorama & nature experience". Innovative offers such as the Dachstein Giant Ice Cave, the Mammut Cave, the 5fingers viewing platform and the World Heritage spiral are key factors for the Austria-wide award.

More about the awards of our mountain regions

Winter paradise Krippenstein

Hot spot of the freeride scene

Board and ski, on and off piste, snowshoeing, ski touring, ice climbing, paragliding or simply enjoying the mountain air at the ski hut? No problem at 2,100 metres on the Dachstein Krippenstein in Obertraun.

With a 9 km valley descent and more than 30 km of off-piste variants, the Dachstein Krippenstein is a popular starting point for winter sports, and not just for locals. And for those who don't like wagging down the pistes, the Krippenstein offers the opportunity to leave everyday life behind. Enjoy the tranquillity and beauty of nature on a snowshoe tour along the marked trails on the Krippenstein. For all winter sports enthusiasts who would like to go on a longer tour, there are a variety of ski tour options such as the ski tour Heilbronner trail and the Rumpler tour.

And finally, the Dachstein Krippenstein mountain restaurant will spoil you with culinary highlights.