Via ferrata with a view

In the Schladming-Dachstein region, you’ll find ideal beginner routes that are well-secured and will introduce you to via ferrata step by step. For beginners, easy via ferrata routes with difficulty levels A to B are ideal. You’ll find these in Ramsau am Dachstein on the Sattelberg—such as the Kali and Kala via ferrata routes. Another option is the Stoderzinken with its practice via ferrata garden.

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.

Yes, 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.

The 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 Gröbming
• Mountain Shop Schladming by Irene Reingruber in the center of Schladming
• Sport Ski Willy Ramsau am Dachstein
• Sport Steiner Ramsau am Dachstein
• Intersport Bachler Ramsau am Dachstein

All stores offer high-quality climbing equipment for hire and can advise you on choosing the right equipment for your climbing or via ferrata adventure.

A total of three via ferratas await you in the Silberkarklamm—Hias, Rosina, and Siega. Although the via ferratas aren’t long, they shouldn’t be underestimated, as they include sections rated D or C/D in difficulty. Overall, they are classified as moderately difficult. Experienced via ferrata climbers can certainly manage to tackle two or even all three routes in a single day. However, the via ferratas are not suitable for children or beginners.

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.

On the Dachstein, you’ll find a wide range of via ferratas—from easier and moderately difficult routes to very challenging ones rated C to E. These are primarily aimed at experienced mountaineers and offer spectacular alpine experiences. An example of easier via ferratas—though not for first-timers—are the ridge via ferratas such as Gjaidstein or Koppenkarstein. More challenging routes include the Anna via ferrata, while the Skywalk and Johann via ferratas are among the most extreme options.

Almost all via ferrata routes in the region are easily accessible by bus. Some access points can be reached via toll roads or mountain railways. During the summer months, it is also possible to reach the via ferrata routes on the Stoderzinken by public transportation.