Mountain Adventures in Obertraun
News from the "Dachstein Krippenstein" Montain in Obertraun
The Dachstein Krippenstein adventure mountain in Obertraun will start its daily summer operation on Wednesday, 1 May
Here's what you need to know by now!
Open:
Section 1 to the Cave Worlds from 1 May 2024
Section 2 to the Skywalk "5Fingers" will follow on 11.5.2024.
New from 1.5.2024: The Schönbergalm (name of the alpine pasture) presents itself with a new concept especially for families and groups. For the first time in the history of the Dachstein Salzkammergut mountain railways, the mountain railways will operate the restaurant themselves, as well as the Dachstein Krippenstein mountain restaurant from 11 May 2024 with an equally new concept and unique cuisine with a mix of regional, seasonal and international specialties at 2,100 meters above sea level with a view of the Dachstein glacier.
Of course 365 ticket: The year-round ticket for the 6 summer mountain railways and 3 ski areas of the BBDS (Bergbahnen Dachstein Salzkammergut) is currently available for only € 629.00 (young people 375.00 and children € 219.00, a separate year-round ticket is also offered for the dogs). All information here: www.dachstein.at/de/aktuelles/neuigkeiten/natuerlich-365-ticket or on www.bbds.at. With the Natur 365 ticket you can travel for only € 1.72 per day with all the facilities of the mountain railways.
Awarded for the cable car
The Dachstein Krippenstein cable car in Obertraun on Lake Hallstatt has been awarded as one of the best Austrian summer mountain ranges. By fulfilling 160 criteria, the Dachstein Krippenstein has been certified as one of the best Austrian summer mountain railways. The seal of approval is a promise of quality to the guests and the region. The Dachstein Krippenstein was able to convince with innovative offers such as the Dachstein Giant Ice Cave, the Mammoth Cave, the 5fingers viewing platform and the World Heritage Spiral.
The seal of approval is an initiative of the Association of Cable Cars of the Austrian Chamber of Commerce and has stood for quality, cooperation and the sustainable development of the alpine mountain summer for over 20 years. Only those mountain railways that guarantee their guests innovative and carefree nature experiences on the mountain through a variety of offers are awarded. The Dachstein Krippenstein was particularly convincing in the category Panorama & Nature Experience.
Spectacular viewing platforms, breath-taking cave
Discover the fairytale world of the Ice cave and follow in the footsteps of the cave researchers through the Mammut Cave and Koppenbrüller Cave. Feel the adrenaline pumping through your veins on the 5fingers viewing platform and relax with a comfortable walk to the Heilbronner Cross. The 5fingers viewing platform offers an adrenaline rush at the highest level. This is probably the most spectacular viewing platform in the Alps and reaches out like a hand over the 400 m drop. Over 5 platforms (the Five Fingers), each in a different design, you can put your head for heights to the test and enjoy unique views down over Hallstatt, the Hallstättersee lake and the inner Salzkammergut region.
A wonderful world
The Castle of the Holy Grail, Parsifal Dome and King Arthur’s Dome: all of these fairytale names conceal fascinating scenes of ice and stone which you can enjoy at close range during a visit to the ice cave. Accompanied by experienced cave guides, you can explore the magical underground world of Dachstein. The spectacular ice sculptures, gigantic ice curtains and impressive giant icicles never fail to captivate with their special magic! A mystical cave of ice and rock which enchants even the youngest guests of magical cave.
Heilbronn Circular Trail - The most beautiful walk
The family-friendly Heilbronn Circular Trail is particularly ideal for families and children who like walking. The extensive trail lends itself to comfortable walking across its entire length and there are plenty of things to explore along the trail for young people in particular. For a comfortable ascent, the Krippenstein cable car transports visitors up over the steep cliff walls where they can enjoy magnificent views of the karst formations. With a bit of luck, one or more chamois may also be visible grazing on the delicate mountain herbs. Once at the mountain station, a karst educational trail leads along a well-marked route to the Heilbronn cross.
Dripstone features in the valley: Koppenbrüller Cave
The water-bearing Koppenbrüller Cave is located in the valley and can be accessed via a short walk along a secure trail by the charming Koppentraun river. Admire dripstone features which date back thousands of years and listen to the crashing of the invisible brook inside the mountain. A visit to the Koppenbrüller Cave, the youngest of the 3 Dachstein caves, offers an impressive insight into the underground waterways of the inside of the Dachstein. Pathways secured against flooding mean that guests can visit in safety, even in bad weather!
The individual offers in the worlds of experience
Dachstein Krippenstein Via Ferrata
Obertraun | Thrills and rushes of pure adrenaline out on the wire of the new ‘Dachstein Krippenstein Via Ferrata’! The new fixed rope course on the Dachstein Krippenstein, a high point for any fan of the Alps!
Dachstein Cave Museum in Obertraun
Join us on a journey of discovery through the Europe’s most fascinating cave worlds and learn more about life in constant darkness.
Spectacular viewpoint "5fingers"
The "5fingers"are the absolute highlight of the newly staged Hiking world on the Dachstein plateau and rank among the most spectacular viewpoints of the Alps.
Classic Concerts in the Ice Cave 2024
It’s not just nature lovers who will find what they are looking for in this giant Ice cave – art lovers too can appreciate this eternal world of ice: every year in August, the Parsifal Dome is transformed into a unique concert hall
World Natural Heritage viewing platform
The Welterbespirale viewing platform is certainly exciting – in addition to the fantastic views from the spectacular aluminium ‘ship’, you will also find a photo point and comfortable relaxing recliners here. Ideal for enjoyment and day-dreaming!.
Dachstein Cave world
Gralsburg, Parzival- und König Artus-Dom: Hinter all den märchenhaften Namen verbergen sich faszinierende Gebilde aus Eis und Stein, die Sie bei einem Besuch der Eishöhle aus nächster Nähe bestaunen können. Closed in winter!
Dachstein hiking world
This rewarding plateau circular trail is particularly suitable for families with children fond of hiking. On the recently adapted wide hiking trail many features arouse curiosity and travelling.
Paragliding from Mount Krippenstein in Obertraun
No risk - no fun! Paragliding comes pretty close to the dream of flying. Just super cool! Tandem flights for rookies. Experts can enjoy the mountains on their own. Pure Adrenaline. Send your friends a great selfie from the flight
Hike to the Wiesberghaus
Day hike on the high plateau with numerous further hiking options.
From Hallstatt through the Echerntal valley, or by cable car to 1884 m above sea level and through the karst landscape. Really fantastic! Surefootedness and mountain experience required.
Mountain restaurant Dachstein Krippenstein
Obertraun | HEvent location Dachstein plateau at 2100 m: Mountain restaurant Dachstein Krippenstein.
Events at a glance
Daily tours through the Ice cave
Wed, May. 1, 2024 Dachstein-Giant-Ice cave, Obertraun
Daily tours through the Mammut Cave
Wed, May. 1, 2024 Dachstein-Giant-Ice cave, Obertraun
Guided hiking tour on Mount Krippenstein
Tue, Jul. 9, 2024 09:30 — 16:00 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Obertraun
Obertrauner Mountain Moments 2024: “Crossing the Dachstein plateau“
Tue, Jul. 16, 2024 08:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Obertraun
"Obertraun Mountain Moments 2024": Full moon Trip by Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable Car
Sat, Jul. 20, 2024 19:15 — 22:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Obertraun
Obertrauner Mountain Moments 2024:"Alpine guided Tour
Sun, Aug. 18, 2024 09:20 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Obertraun
"Obertraun Mountain Moments 2024" Sunrise on the Krippenstein with Breakfast
Sat, Aug. 24, 2024 05:30 — 09:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Obertraun
"Obertraun Mountain Moments” Dachstein Mass at the Simonyhütte
Sun, Sep. 8, 2024 12:30 Simonyhütte, Hallstatt
Obertrauner Mountain Moments 2024: “ Alpine guided Tours“
Sun, Sep. 15, 2024 09:20 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Obertraun
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