---
title: "DACHSTEIN CIRCUIT Enthusiast`s Tour"
url: "https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-angebot/detail/8088/dachstein-circuit-enthusiast-s-tour.html"
description: "Long tour for hiking enthusiasts - 12 days / 11 nightsWith luggage transfer!"
date: 2017-02-22
modified: 2026-03-18
---

# DACHSTEIN CIRCUIT Enthusiast`s Tour

DACHSTEIN CIRCUIT Enthusiast`s Tour
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   Gosau, Oberösterreich, Österreich

July 1st - September 26th, 2026

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 [    ![The picture shows a mountain landscape with high peaks and mountain slopes overgrown with grass and trees. In the centre of the picture is a hiker carrying a rucksack and hiking poles. He appears to be taking a break and enjoying the view.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/293483/BBF8D2D589170785FDE2732B02EF60AC9AA170AC46FF92DACAD12DC547F313A1/weitwanderung-daschtein-rundwanderwegzur-hofpc3bcrglhc3bctte-c2a9michael-kuschei-32-kl.jpg "© Michael Kuschei")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/293483/BBF8D2D589170785FDE2732B02EF60AC9AA170AC46FF92DACAD12DC547F313A1/weitwanderung-daschtein-rundwanderwegzur-hofpc3bcrglhc3bctte-c2a9michael-kuschei-32-kl.jpg)

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 [    ![The picture shows a picturesque landscape with a traditional building surrounded by steep rock faces and a dense forest. The sun shines on the scene and creates a warm, golden colour.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/291572/2943C155178ADC501FDC378DF2C0B5BD294D94BAAFF179BF8796B99D9FF57F2A/weitwanderung-dachstein-rundwanderwegzum-guttenberghaus-c2a9michael-kuschei-1-kl.jpg "© Michael Kuschei")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/291572/2943C155178ADC501FDC378DF2C0B5BD294D94BAAFF179BF8796B99D9FF57F2A/weitwanderung-dachstein-rundwanderwegzum-guttenberghaus-c2a9michael-kuschei-1-kl.jpg)

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 [    ![The picture shows a traditional log cabin standing in the middle of a green, flowering meadow. The hut is made of wood and has a balcony at the front. It is surrounded by tall trees and mountains, creating a rural and peaceful environment.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/293484/AF41832546A9E4046B99C067591F535E5DB8FC30B312B24D8214BA668BE3A351/weitwanderung-dachstein-rundwanderwegzum-guttenberghaus-c2a9michael-kuschei-17-kl.jpg "© Michael Kuschei")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/293484/AF41832546A9E4046B99C067591F535E5DB8FC30B312B24D8214BA668BE3A351/weitwanderung-dachstein-rundwanderwegzum-guttenberghaus-c2a9michael-kuschei-17-kl.jpg)

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 [    ![The picture shows a rural setting with several wooden houses. A hiker can be seen on a gravel path that leads through a green meadow and is surrounded by trees. The houses have traditional alpine architecture with slate roofs and stand in the middle of a picturesque mountain landscape.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/293485/0FB6DAF5DB5DBC587FB79A8755F3A8F8B0DD9DB475A14BF9ECF1C14A25F908F3/weitwanderung-dachstein-rundwanderwegzum-guttenberghaus-c2a9michael-kuschei-27-kl.jpg "© Michael Kuschei")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/293485/0FB6DAF5DB5DBC587FB79A8755F3A8F8B0DD9DB475A14BF9ECF1C14A25F908F3/weitwanderung-dachstein-rundwanderwegzum-guttenberghaus-c2a9michael-kuschei-27-kl.jpg)

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 [    ![The picture shows a hiker climbing up a rough, rocky forest path. The surrounding area is characterised by dense, green vegetation, with ferns and other plants lining the path. Rock faces rise up on both sides of the path, creating a varied and challenging hiking backdrop.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/291573/0F7250FD45D48E9CFBCDB0D740889A3853AAE165865AD5AED19DBB215EC8E1CD/weitwanderung-dachstein-rundwanderwegzum-guttenberghaus-c2a9michael-kuschei-37-kl.jpg "© Michael Kuschei")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/291573/0F7250FD45D48E9CFBCDB0D740889A3853AAE165865AD5AED19DBB215EC8E1CD/weitwanderung-dachstein-rundwanderwegzum-guttenberghaus-c2a9michael-kuschei-37-kl.jpg)

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 [    ![The picture shows an expansive mountain landscape with high, rocky peaks that are illuminated by warm colours at dusk. The mountain peaks rise majestically into the sky, surrounded by dense forest at the foot of the elevations.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/293486/3D6B9E277AD1E52BEC73C8CB35475E341DA9E85E56CEF75FD1706E055DD1BCD3/weitwanderung-dachstein-rundwanderwegzum-guttenberghaus-c2a9michael-kuschei-48-kl.jpg "© Michael Kuschei")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/293486/3D6B9E277AD1E52BEC73C8CB35475E341DA9E85E56CEF75FD1706E055DD1BCD3/weitwanderung-dachstein-rundwanderwegzum-guttenberghaus-c2a9michael-kuschei-48-kl.jpg)

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 [    ![The picture shows two hikers walking along a narrow path through a mountainous landscape. They are carrying rucksacks and hiking poles and appear to be undertaking a mountain hike. The surroundings are characterised by lush vegetation and coniferous forests, with high mountains in the background.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/293487/1D4A4606CC72715A7FC742F2D8647B6CD52E8BBAB54555C5B4F3E90C57F8D186/weitwanderung-dachstein-rundwanderwegzum-guttenberghaus-c2a9michael-kuschei-59-kl.jpg "© Michael Kuschei")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/293487/1D4A4606CC72715A7FC742F2D8647B6CD52E8BBAB54555C5B4F3E90C57F8D186/weitwanderung-dachstein-rundwanderwegzum-guttenberghaus-c2a9michael-kuschei-59-kl.jpg)

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 [    ![The picture shows a traditional mountain hotel situated on a green hill in a wooded environment. The building has a rustic character with a wooden exterior and has balconies and other elements that indicate a cosy atmosphere. Mountains can be seen in the distance, forming a picturesque backdrop.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/293488/DFC8A53F68F53FBD84CF8AB7E41039948BA11BF299B8AD7DAC75A209A0341F26/weitwanderung-dachstein-rundwanderwegzur-goisererhc3bctte-c2a9michael-kuschei-9-kl.jpg "© Michael Kuschei")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/293488/DFC8A53F68F53FBD84CF8AB7E41039948BA11BF299B8AD7DAC75A209A0341F26/weitwanderung-dachstein-rundwanderwegzur-goisererhc3bctte-c2a9michael-kuschei-9-kl.jpg)

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 [    ![The picture shows a multi-storey building with traditional architecture, which stands on a hill in the middle of a green, mountainous landscape. Surrounding the building are other smaller buildings and unspoilt nature with forests and meadows.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/293490/282E58E4F420FCD7414ABA99F9182904BD2FD52541864BE5A9C67B487D81C417/weitwanderung-daschtein-rundwanderwegzur-hofpc3bcrglhc3bctte-c2a9michael-kuschei-1-kl.jpg "© Michael Kuschei")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/293490/282E58E4F420FCD7414ABA99F9182904BD2FD52541864BE5A9C67B487D81C417/weitwanderung-daschtein-rundwanderwegzur-hofpc3bcrglhc3bctte-c2a9michael-kuschei-1-kl.jpg)

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 [    ![The picture shows a traditional mountain house with a wooden façade, surrounded by a green meadow and rugged rocks in the background. The surroundings are peaceful and idyllic.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/293491/DB60AE68915A1D7E6843E1DFF8EA0D5DAA5A8984413E5332DEACF426BCF38E93/weitwanderung-daschtein-rundwanderwegzur-hofpc3bcrglhc3bctte-c2a9michael-kuschei-16-kl.jpg "© Michael Kuschei")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/293491/DB60AE68915A1D7E6843E1DFF8EA0D5DAA5A8984413E5332DEACF426BCF38E93/weitwanderung-daschtein-rundwanderwegzur-hofpc3bcrglhc3bctte-c2a9michael-kuschei-16-kl.jpg)

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 Götzstraße 12
 4820 Bad Ischl

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 **Long tour for hiking enthusiasts - 12 days / 11 nights**
**With luggage transfer!**

 “World heritage region”: the mighty Dachstein – 2995 meters high – has been decorated with this award in 1997. The impressive mountain landscape along with Hallstatt and the region Dachstein Salzkammergut were named world heritage region by UNESCO.

**Requirements and general information**
The tour mainly covers alpine terrain. You will need appropriate mountain equipment and basic stamina. Necessary mountain equipment: ankle-high boots, functional clothes, rucksack, food and water, rain and sun protection, first-aid kit, mobile phone, possibly hiking sticks, …Your route is recorded for posterity when you enter your name in every hut logbook in the Dachstein Mountains. The routes are well signposted, although the signs could partly be covered by snow. Hence, it is imperative that you take your maps and the Dachstein hiking book with you. An experienced guide is available to accompany you upon request.

**The carrying out of the tour is dependent on weather conditions! Alternative routes are always possible.**

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- 11 nights
- Luggage transfer included

 **services**- 11 x Overnight stay with alpine breakfast (8x Overnight stay in \*\*\*inns/ hotels, 3x in huts, double rooms or communal bunks, hut sleeping bags mandatory)
- 1 x welcome video with explanations and information that you need for the tour
- 1 x Ascent with the cable car “Gosaukammbahn” to Zwieselalm
- 1 x Schladming-Dachstein Card (= Ticket for the Dachstein Gletscherbahn)
- 1 x Train ticket Bad Mitterndorf/Pichl-Kainisch to Bad Aussee
- 1 x Boat trip to Hallstatt
- 1 x Ferry from Hallstatt market to train station
- 1 x All-inclusive card for the Dachstein Adventure World
- 1 x Entrance & guided tour Koppenbruellerhoehle cave
- 5 x Luggage transfer - max. 1 pcs./person and max. 25 kg/piece of luggage - additional luggage possible on surcharge
- 1 x Hiking map and Dachstein guide-book (1 x per room)
- Daily service hotline via our office
- A tree for your booking – we plant a tree for your booking

 **Catering**- Breakfast

 **itinerary****1st Day:** Individual arrival in Gosau right next to the Dachstein mountain range. Overnight stay in Gosau.

**2nd Day:** Cable car from the Gosausee Lake to the Zwieselalm, hike to the Hofpuergl lodge
**~10 km, 4-5 hrs, altitude difference á 850 m / â** **860 m**
Overnight stay at the Hofpuergl lodge.

Luggage transfer from Gosau to the Ramsau where you spend the following night (Overnight backpack and sleeping bag for the night at the Hofpuergl lodge have to be carried by yourself!)

**3rd Day:** High altitude hike from the Hofpuergl lodge to the Suedwand lodge, descent to the Tuerlwand.
**~12,5 km, 6 hrs, altitude difference á** **895 m / â** **882 m**
Overnight stay in Ramsau under Mount Dachstein.

**4th Day:** Enjoy a well-deserved relaxed day in Ramsau.
Use the Schladming-Dachstein Summer Card to explore the region around the Dachstein.
Second overnight stay in Ramsau under Mount Dachstein.

**5th Day:** Cable car to the Dachstein glacier – alpine hike on route 674 to Guttenberg lodge
**~9,5 km, 4-5 hrs, altitude difference á** **264 m / â** **861 m**
(Alternative route through the valley to Guttenberg lodge if weather conditions are not stable.)
Overnight stay at the Guttenberg lodge

Luggage transfer from Ramsau to Groebming where you spend the following night (Overnight backpack and sleeping bag for the night at the Guttenberg lodge have to be carried by yourself)

**6th Day:** High altitude hike from Guttenberg lodge over the plateau “Am Stein” and Grafenbergalm to the Stoderzinken. **~13 km, 6 hrs, altitude difference á 552 m / â** **860 m**
Overnight stay at the Steiner Haus above Groebming.

**7th Day:** Hike from the Stoderzinken past the Notgasse (rock gorge with up to 2000 year old chiselled rock art) to the Viehbergalm and further over the Hochmuehleck to the Steinitzenalm. Descent to Bad Mitterndorf and overnight stay in Bad Mitterndorf.
**~22 km, 7 hrs, altitude difference á 627 m / â** **1590 m**

Luggage transfer from Gröbming to Bad Mitterndorf

**8th Day:** Train ride from Bad Mitterndorf/Pichl Kainisch to Bad Aussee. Through the Koppen valley past the Koppenbruellerhoehle Cave (guided tour included!) to Obertraun train station, ferry ride to Hallstatt. **~15 km, 4-5 hrs, altitude difference á** **166 m / â** **286 m**
Overnight stay in Hallstatt

Luggage transfer from Bad Mitterndorf to Hallstatt

**9th Day:** Dachstein Adventure World - Tour through the mammoth and ice caves and visit the “Five Fingers” viewing platform. Unlimited use of all three parts of the cable car! Overnight stay in Hallstatt.

**10th Day:** Take the ferry from Hallstatt market to Hallstatt train station. You hike along the eastern lake shore of Lake Hallstaettersee to Au and further on to Bad Goisern. Ascent to Goiserer lodge via Trockentannalm.

Overnight stay in Goiserer lodge.

**~17 km, 7 hrs, altitude difference á** **1108 m / â** **52 m**

 Overnight backpack and sleeping bag for the night in the Goiserer lodge has to be carried by yourself

**11th Day:** Descent past the Iglmoosalm to Gosau. Overnight stay in Gosau.
Luggage transport from Hallstatt to Gosau.
**~7 km, 2-3 hrs, altitude difference á 46 m / â** **873 m**

**12th Day:** Individual departure or additional night.

 **possible date of arrival**daily

 [ Booking ](#ttgCollapseAnfrageBuchen)
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 **from price**- € 1439,00 per person
- bookable from 1 person

 **Travel period (01.07.2026 - 26.09.2026)** | From | to |
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| 01.07.2026 | 26.09.2026 |

 [ non-binding inquiry ](#mailto)

 [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt)
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 **DACHSTEIN CIRCUIT Enthusiast`s Tour**

 Salzkammergut Touristik GmbH
 Götzstraße 12
 4820 Bad Ischl

  Phone [+43 6132 24000-51](tel:+4361322400051)
  E-Mail [wandern@salzkammergut.co.at](#mailto)
   Web [www.salzkammergut.co.at](http://www.salzkammergut.co.at "New window")
   http://www.salzkammergut.co.at

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**Rates for the arrangement per person in €:**

**01.07. – 26.09.2026**
**\*\*\*hotel/inn in double room (communal bunks in hut)** 1439,--
**Supplement half board** (min 2 course dinner in inns/hotels and partly also in huts otherwise 1 course hikers-meal in huts) 382,--
**Supplement** 8 **x single room** (communal bunks in huts) 250,--

Mountain guide on request
Day of arrival daily

**Local tax is extra to pay on spot in each accommodation (from € 1,-- to € 4,-- per person/per night)**

**Notes on staying at an Alpine lodge:**

- \*Hut sleeping bag: blankets are available in the huts; necessary but mandatory is only a lightweight cotton/silk sleeping bag liner
- Overnight stay at the huts in communal bunks or sometimes multi-bed rooms.
- Due to their location, not all huts can offer running water, hot water or showers. In some cases there is also no flushing system in the toilets.
- On most huts, card payment is not possible. Take enough cash with you for food and drinks.
- Dogs on request; not allowed in the sleeping areas. Attended stay in the winter room possible, partly dog kennels available, extra costs to be paid on spot. In Austria there is a general linen and muzzle requirement!

**The standard terms and conditions of the Salzkammergut Touristik GmbH apply in the current version.**
**Prices are subject to change.**

**Our recommendations:**
**Get a travel cancellation insurance.**

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 [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung)
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- Suitable for friends
- Suitable for couples

 [ Conditions of travel ](#ttgCollapseReisebedingungen)
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 The standard terms and conditions of the Salzkammergut Touristik GmbH apply in the current version.

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