Via ferrata with a view
Via ferratas in Schladming-Dachstein
Via Ferrata for every level
The Schladming-Dachstein region is one of the top destinations for via ferratas in Austria. Over 33 different via ferratas offer ideal opportunities for families, beginners and experienced climbers. Short approaches, impressive panoramas and perfectly secured routes make via ferrata climbing a special experience here.
Via ferrata highlights in Schladming-Dachstein:
- More than 33 via ferratas in all levels of difficulty
- Family-friendly routes for children and beginners
- Challenging tours for advanced climbers
- Unique views of the Dachstein and Schladminger Tauern
- Guided tours and courses with mountain guides and climbing schools
Questions and answers
Via ferrata
Yes - numerous courses and guided tours are offered in the region.
These are aimed at different ability levels and include
- Beginners' courses in the climbing garden or on the via ferrata
- Technique training for advanced climbers
- Guided alpine tours on the Dachstein massif
- Family courses with a focus on safety and fun
- Individual private tours with certified mountain guides
You will learn how to move safely on the rock and enjoy the beauty of the mountains at the same time.
moreYes, the Schladming-Dachstein region offers many family-friendly via ferratas with easy difficulty and short walking times.
Particularly suitable for children and beginners:
- Kali via ferrata (A-B) - easy practice route for first attempts
- Kala via ferrata (B) - somewhat more challenging, ideal for families
- Kalo via ferrata (B-C) - varied with great views
- Sattelberg via ferrata area in Ramsau am Dachstein - perfect for training & fun
All routes are well secured and offer a unique mountain and nature experience on the Dachstein massif.
moreThe equipment required depends on the tour - whether climbing garden, via ferrata or alpine route. Basically, you should bring:
- Climbing harness, helmet and rope
- Climbing shoes and belay device
- Express slings and webbing slings
- For alpine tours, also half ropes, mobile safety equipment, abseiling device and weatherproof clothing
- First aid kit and tour description (topo)
Careful preparation and checking of equipment are essential, especially in alpine terrain.
If you don't have your own equipment, you can conveniently hire everything you need on site.
Climbing harnesses, helmets and via ferrata sets are available from:
- Mandl Sport 2000 in Ramsau am Dachstein
- Mountain Shop Schladming by Irene Reingruber in the center of Schladming
Both stores offer high-quality climbing equipment for hire and can advise you on choosing the right equipment for your climbing or via ferrata adventure.
The Dachstein massif is known for its traditional and varied alpine climbing routes. The classics include
- the Dachstein south face, one of the most impressive walls in the Alps
- the Pichl route and the Steinerweg route, real classics for experienced alpine climbers
- the Hohe Dachstein, the highest peak in Styria with several access options
- numerous multi-pitch routes around Ramsau and the Torstein area
Rock quality, panorama and alpine challenge come together perfectly here.
