Arrival To the Dachstein Glacier Cable Car
How to Get to the Dachstein Glacier Cable Car
The Dachstein Glacier is located in the Schladming-Dachstein vacation region in the heart of Austria and is easily accessible year-round. On this page, you’ll find all the important information you need about getting there by car, bus, or train, as well as helpful route planners and useful information about the toll road.
| Mountain Railway | Address | |
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Dachstein Glacier Cable Car
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Schildlehen 79
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8972 Ramsau am Dachstein
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How are you traveling here?
Traveling by Bus
You can easily reach the Dachstein Glacier Cable Car via regional and intercity bus routes. The bus stops are located right next to the valley station. This is ideal for anyone who wants to travel in a relaxed and eco-friendly way.
Since parking at the valley station is limited, we recommend taking the Dachstein Glacier bus operated by Ramsauer Verkehrsbetriebe. The bus departs from Planet Planai in Schladming, where you can park your car for free in the parking garage.
Traveling by Train
The best way to reach the Dachstein Glacier by train is via the Schladming train station. Schladming is located on the Salzburg–Graz rail line. From there, you can continue your journey by bus toward Ramsau am Dachstein.
Traveling by Car
Important Note: Validate your toll ticket at the machine at the Dachstein mountain station. This will allow you to use the Dachstein Road for free. You can find more information about the toll here.
From the west:Take the Munich–Salzburg highway and continue on the Tauern Highway (A 10) to the Ennstal interchange. From there, take the B 320 into the Schladming-Dachstein region and continue toward Ramsau am Dachstein.
From the east: ViaVienna, take the A 23 and the A 2 Southern Autobahn, then continue on the Semmering S 6 to the St. Michael interchange. Then take the Pyhrn Autobahn A 9 to Liezen and continue on the B 320 toward Schladming-Dachstein and Ramsau am Dachstein.
From the southeast: Take the Pyhrn Autobahn A 9 to the Liezen interchange. Then follow the B 320 toward Schladming-Dachstein and Ramsau am Dachstein.
From the south: Takethe Tauern Autobahn A 10 to the Ennstal interchange. From there, it’s about 30 km on the B 320 to the Schladming-Dachstein region. Then follow the turnoff toward Ramsau am Dachstein.
Dachstein Parking Lot
Parking is available right at the valley station of the Dachstein Glacier Cable Car. However, space at the Dachstein parking lot is limited, and it is also used by other visitors to the Dachstein alpine pasture area. This can lead to congestion, especially on busy days.
Alternative Parking Lot & Shuttle During Peak Demand
If the parking lot at the valley station of the Dachstein Glacier Cable Car is fully occupied, additional shuttle buses are deployed. They operate without a fixed schedule and run flexibly between the alternative parking lot and the valley station, depending on passenger volume. The shuttle departs from the alternate parking lot at the Dachsteinstraße toll station. Regular public buses also assist with transportation.
Electric vehicle charging stations at the Dachstein Glacier Cable Car parking lot
There are 2 electric vehicle charging stations available at the Dachstein Glacier Cable Car parking lot. You can charge your vehicle using standard charging cards. Alternatively, you can unlock the charging station using the QR code and pay with PayPal or a credit card.
Power: 11 kW – Type 2 connector
Dachsteinstraße & Toll
The Dachstein Road, which is about 6 km long, takes you from the Ramsau Plateau directly to the valley station of the Dachstein Glacier Cable Car.
For guests of the Dachstein Glacier Cable Car, use of the Dachstein Road is free. To take advantage of this, simply validate your toll ticket at the machine in the Dachstein mountain station before your return trip.
Traveling in Winter
In winter, snow, ice, and weather conditions on the mountain can affect your trip along the Dachstein Road. We therefore recommend that you check the latest road, weather, and bus information before you travel.
Traveling by Air
The Schladming-Dachstein region is also easily accessible by plane. Several international airports are within driving distance of the Dachstein Glacier.
Graz Airport
Graz Airport is about 160 km away and is a convenient option for traveling to the Schladming-Dachstein region.
| Airport | Distance |
| Salzburg | 90 km |
| Linz | 155 km |
| Graz | 150 km |
| Munich | 220 km |
| Vienna | 280 km |
