Discover Schladming-Dachstein
13 municipalities and countless offers:
In the heart of Styria
Schladming-Dachstein unites the many facets of Styria - from rugged peaks to gentle alpine pastures, from lively villages to quiet valleys. Each municipality has its own character, its own stories and its own special experiences.
Whether you are looking for adventure, longing for peace and quiet or want to enjoy culinary highlights: Here you will experience diversity that combines nature, enjoyment, culture and exercise .
Your highlights
- Experience a year-round destination where each of the four seasons inspires with nature, exercise and enjoyment.
- Enjoy culinary delights with heart and origin, where regional specialties meet creative alpine cuisine and genuine hospitality.
- Look forward to adventures for young and old - with family-friendly hiking trails and adventurous adventure mountains
- Discover excursion destinations and natural highlights such as the Dachstein Glacier with suspension bridge and "Stairway to Nothingness", the Spiegelsee lake, Hopsiland or fast-paced mountain go-kart routes.
- Discover culture, customs and events, where living tradition, sporting highlights and creative encounters bring the region to life.
Ski and winter mountains
What awaits you in winter in Schladming-Dachstein:
- 9 ski mountains
- 222 kilometers of slopes
- up to 430 kilometers of cross-country trails
- and countless opportunities for tobogganing or winter hiking make the region a paradise for snow lovers and connoisseurs
Excursion mountains in summer
What awaits you in Schladming-Dachstein in summer:
- 11 excursion mountains - 7 of which can be reached by cable car
- Spectacular via ferratas, varied bike trails or attractions such as mountain go-karts and zipline provide a varied offer
- Crystal-clear mountain lakes, impressive views and cozy huts invite you to linger and enjoy yourself
Excursion valleys
What awaits you in the valleys of Schladming-Dachstein:
- 9 excursion valleys
- Trails steeped in history, tranquil alpine landscapes and fascinating exhibitions
- Each valley shows nature from its most impressive side
- Easy to reach, even by bus
Family activities
What awaits you and your family in Schladming-Dachstein:
- Family-friendly ski areas with practice lifts & children's courses - such as the first Austrian children's ski area on the Riesneralm
- Events & weekly programs for young and old
- Easy hiking trails & themed trails for little explorers
- Adventure parks, climbing gardens & summer tobogganing for outdoor action
Questions and answers
Schladming-Dachstein Adventure Region
In Schladming-Dachstein, you can be active all year round—from skiing, cross-country skiing, and winter hiking in winter to hiking, biking, and climbing in summer. In addition, there are culinary experiences, cultural events, and many excursion destinations for families, connoisseurs, and adventurers.
moreSchladming-Dachstein is easily accessible by car, train, or bus.
- By car: via the Ennstal federal highway (B320) or the A10 Tauern motorway.
- By train: direct connections from Graz, Salzburg, and Vienna to Schladming station.
- By plane: the nearest airports are Salzburg (56 miles) and Graz (112 miles).
The Schladming-Dachstein region is located in the center of Austria in the “green heart” of Styria.
There are highlights throughout the year:
- THE NIGHTRACE Schladming
- Mountain Christmas
- Krampus runs
- Mountain rescue fan events
- Ski opening
You should definitely try Ennstaler Steirerkas cheese with Steirerkrapfen, the spicy centerpiece of many alpine dishes, and Miasl, a traditional pastry from the region. Other delicacies worth trying include Kasnocken, homemade strudel, and regional meat dishes—all made with ingredients sourced directly from local farms.
The combination of impressive, easily and quickly accessible mountain scenery, warm hospitality, and year-round diversity makes Schladming-Dachstein unique. From alpine peaks to quiet valleys—adventure, enjoyment, and relaxation come together here:
🌄 Dachstein Glacier with suspension bridge, stairway to nowhere, and ice palace
🚵♀️ Schladming Bike Park & Reiteralm Trails
🧒 Hopsiland Planai & Rittisberg with flyline and coaster
🏔️ Spiegelsee on the Reiteralm & around 300 other mountain lakes
🍽️ Alpine cuisine by Richard Rauch
🎿 Schladming 4-mountain ski area
🎭 Schladming Mountain Christmas & traditional events
moreThe Schladming-Dachstein holiday region comprises 13 municipalities spread across six adventure centers: Schladming, Ramsau am Dachstein, Haus-Aich, the Gröbminger Land, the Sölktäler Nature Park, and the Grimming-Donnersbachtal.
moreFrom rustic alpine huts to award-winning restaurants, you will find a wide variety in the region. We particularly recommend the establishments of Almkulinarik by Richard Rauch or the Schladming-Dachstein Genusspartner.
Schladming-Dachstein offers countless adventures for explorers of all ages throughout the year. In summer, there are adventure mountains, themed trails, playgrounds, and swimming lakes, while in winter there are toboggan runs, family slopes, and horse-drawn sleigh rides. Particularly popular are Hopsiland on the Planai, the Rittisberg with its coaster and flyline, and the Gröbming adventure park.
moreThe Schladming-Dachstein ski region in the heart of Austria has 99 modern lifts, 33 of which are children's lifts and magic carpets.
The longest downhill run is on the Hochwurzen. It is 8 km long.
