> Hike along the mighty Dachstein in 4 days
> Stay in cozy alpine huts like Gablonzerhütte and Hofpürglhütte
> Includes the challenging Schwarzkogelsteig section (T4)
The Dachstein Rundwanderweg may sound like a loop, but this 4-day adventure actually takes you on a scenic point-to-point trek from Gosau to Filzmoos, right through the southeastern highlands of Salzburg. Along the way, you’ll walk through alpine meadows, past jagged limestone cliffs, and between some of the most iconic scenery in this corner of Austria.
You’ll overnight in authentic mountain huts like Gablonzerhütte, Theodor-Körner-Hütte, and Hofpürglhütte. Each day offers a new landscape: forests, pastures, and panoramic ridgelines. On day three, the Schwarzkogelsteig adds a unique mountain moment: a narrow, exposed T4-rated trail that’s exciting but doable for experienced families with a head for heights.
With moderate distances, good signage, and all logistics handled by us, this is the perfect trek for adventurous families who want a real alpine experience. Tough enough to feel epic, mellow enough to enjoy every step!
You’ll receive access to our trekking app, which serves as your complete digital travel guide for the Dachstein Rundwanderweg. Inside, you’ll find everything you need for your trek: route descriptions, hiking maps, navigation support, payment information, and all the key details specific to your journey.
During your Dachstein Rundwanderweg, you will spend your nights in mountain huts. In the mountain huts we normally only book dormitories, but we can look into private rooms on request. If the private rooms are fully booked or not available in the hut, we automatically book a bed in dormitories for you. Please note that private rooms are more expensive and there will be an additional charge for this.
Accommodation in the huts includes dinner and breakfast, unless otherwise indicated in the exclusive list. This allows you to travel lighter and not have to worry about an extra meal. Please note, however, that lunch is not included, but can be purchased at the huts.
Our trekking app also includes built-in navigation support. With GPS-based maps and offline access, you can follow the trail confidently and stay on route even without mobile signal.
You have to make your own way to the starting point. The total amount does not include personal transport.
Should you need any form of (public) transport on location, this is not part of the trekking package. This includes the use of taxi, bus, cable cars, gondolas, ferries, etc.
Half-board is included in the price of this trek. Lunch, however, is not. You can get something to eat at the mountain huts along the way.
Your international travel insurance is your own responsibility. Discuss your itinerary with the insurance company before your trek.
Personal expenses on such as souvenirs, drinks, and other similar expenses are for your own account.