How big is Dachstein?
Dachstein has 50 trails served by 12 lifts — 32nd for trails of the 33 resorts we track in Austria. On lifts it ranks 33rd of the 33.
Dachstein resort guide
Styria, Austria
Glacier skiing with stunning Dachstein views
Dachstein at a glance
50
Trails
12
Lifts
8,858ft
Top
5,577ft
Base
3,281ft
Vertical
SZG
Nearest airport, 37 mi
20% beginner40% intermediate40% advanced
Dachstein offers glacier skiing, spectacular mountain views, and access to the famous Dachstein Ice Palace.
Your questions about Dachstein, answered
How high is Dachstein?
The lifts run from 5,577ft at the base to 8,858ft at the top, a vertical of 3,281ft. Of the 33 resorts we track in Austria, that is the 10th highest, with the 30th biggest vertical.
Is Dachstein good for beginners or experts?
The trails at Dachstein split 20% beginner, 40% intermediate and 40% advanced, against an average of 29% beginner and 27% advanced across the resorts we track in Austria.
On those numbers it suits confident skiers and riders looking for steep terrain.
When is the ski season at Dachstein?
Over the last ten winters Dachstein has typically held skiable snow at mid-mountain from around December 7 to May 8, about 154 days.
February is the best all-round month on the record, with an average base of 47in, 28in of new snow and 3.0 bluebird days.
Month-by-month snow history →What is the nearest airport to Dachstein?
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Salzburg (SZG), 37 mi away in a straight line. Linz-Hörsching (LNZ) is 60 mi, Klagenfurt (KLU) is 66 mi. Road distances are longer, often much longer in the mountains, and the nearest airport is not always the one with the most flights.
How much is a lift ticket at Dachstein?
A 6-day adult Dachstein West costs €372 for 2025/26, or €62 a day. For value it ranks 33rd of the 33 resorts we price in Austria.
Full lift ticket prices and history →Airports near Dachstein
Airports with scheduled flights, nearest first. Distances are straight-line; by road they are longer, and in the mountains often much longer.
- SalzburgSZG37 mi · major airport
- Linz-HörschingLNZ60 mi · major airport
- KlagenfurtKLU66 mi · major airport
Travel time to Dachstein
Pick the airport you fly from for an estimate of the journey to the resort.
- Fly to Salzburg (SZG)Quickest
- Flight
- 8h 50m · 4,095 mi
- Ground transfer
- 1h 15m · 50 mi
- Total
- ≈ 12h 35m
Likely needs a connection: 2h 30m added
- Fly to Linz-Hörsching (LNZ)
- Flight
- 8h 50m · 4,128 mi
- Ground transfer
- 2h · 81 mi
- Total
- ≈ 13h 20m
Likely needs a connection: 2h 30m added
- Fly to Klagenfurt (KLU)
- Flight
- 9h · 4,188 mi
- Ground transfer
- 2h 15m · 89 mi
- Total
- ≈ 13h 45m
Likely needs a connection: 2h 30m added
Estimates from straight-line distances, not timetables: flights at typical cruising speed plus taxi and climb, ground transfers at an average 40 mph. They leave out check-in and baggage time, and mountain roads in snow can take much longer. Check with airlines and transfer companies before booking.
Dachstein lift ticket 2025/26
€3726-day adult Dachstein West · ≈$426
€62 per day · 0.8 km of trails per € · #33 of 33 for value in Austria
38value scoreAverage value
Dachstein trail map
We publish a trail map only once we have checked it against the resort's own file, and we do not yet have a verified map for Dachstein. Most resorts release the new season's map between October and December, so this page will fill in as winter approaches. In the meantime, Dachstein has 50 trails and 12 lifts, running from 5,577ft to 8,858ft.
Why go to Dachstein
- Stunning mountain scenery
- Excellent for all skill levels
- Great for families
- Beautiful glacier skiing
- Modern lift infrastructure
- Good snow reliability
Things to know
- Can get crowded during peak season
- Limited nightlife
- Weather dependent
- Limited tree skiing
- Can be windy
- Limited challenging terrain
Skiing and snowboarding Dachstein by ability level
Beginners
Dachstein is excellent for beginners! The resort has dedicated beginner areas with gentle slopes, excellent ski schools, and modern lifts.
Intermediates
Perfect for intermediate skiers! Dachstein offers a great variety of intermediate terrain with well-groomed pistes and modern lifts.
Advanced
Advanced skiers will find some challenging terrain at Dachstein, but the resort is primarily known for its beginner and intermediate skiing.
Our take on Dachstein
Food & dining
Après-ski
Price level
Mid-range
Facilities
Official resort website: dachstein.at
More on Dachstein
- Dachstein snow reportLive conditions, snow depth and the 7-day forecast by elevation
- Dachstein snow historyTen seasons of snowfall, snow depth, powder days and when the season ends
- Dachstein lift ticket pricesDay and multi-day ticket prices, how they have changed, and value for money
- Ski resorts in AustriaLive snow reports and a map of resorts, cities and airports in Austria
Ski resorts near Dachstein
Distances are straight-line, not by road.