Operating hours Dachstein Glacier

Hours of Operation

All current operating hours for your visit to the Dachstein

Please note: Operations at the Dachstein are weather-dependent. Therefore, opening and operating hours are subject to change on short notice.

Here you’ll find the opening hours for the Dachstein and the current seasonal dates at a glance. Find out about the operating hours of the Dachstein Glacier Cable Car as well as the opening hours of the attractions: the Ice Palace, the Suspension Bridge, and the Stairway to Nothingness.

For a clearer overview, the operating and opening hours for the Dachstein Glacier Cable Car, the attractions, and the Dachstein Glacier Restaurant are listed separately.

Hours of Operation

Dachstein Glacier cable car

From	Until	Days	Times
December 25, 2026	January 11, 2027	daily	8:00 a.m. – 4:20 p.m.
January 12, 2027	March 29, 2027	Wednesday–Monday (closed on Tuesday)	8:00 a.m. – 4:20 p.m.

Hours of Operation

Ice Palace, Suspension Bridge, Stairway to Nothingness

From	Until	Days	Times
December 25, 2026	January 11, 2027	daily	9:00 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.
January 12, 2027	March 29, 2027	Wednesday–Monday (closed on Tuesday)	9:00 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.

Hours of Operation

Glacier Restaurant

From	Until	Days	Times
December 25, 2026	January 11, 2027	daily	8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
January 12, 2027	March 29, 2027	Wednesday–Monday (closed on Tuesday)	8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Are you planning a visit with an infant?

A short-term stay at altitudes above 2,500 m is generally possible for healthy children. However, parents should carefully consider a longer stay at high altitudes for very young infants. Factors to consider include their still-limited ability to regulate body temperature, the risk of rapid dehydration, and increased exposure to solar and high-altitude radiation.
Since infants cannot yet express any discomfort caused by altitude and symptoms are difficult to interpret, parents should be particularly vigilant and make a responsible decision as to whether a stay at high altitudes is suitable for their child.
Source: Austrian Society for Alpine and High-Altitude Medicine, Univ.-Prof. Dr. Wolfgang DomejI

In the PDF, you ’ll find important information on the topic of “Staying at High Altitudes with Infants.”

High altitude with babies

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Traveling with your dog?

Please note: We can only transport your dog on the Dachstein Glacier Cable Car if it is on a leash and wearing a muzzle. You do not need to reserve a specific seat for your dog, but you do need a separate dog ticket for the ascent and descent. Tip: You can purchase a muzzle at the ticket office for €9.50.

Glacier Report

Good to know: To find out whether the Dachstein Glacier Cable Car is open and which attractions and cross-country ski trails are currently open, check the Dachstein Glacier Report. There you’ll also find the latest information on the weather and snow conditions.

View the Glacier Report

Your Perfectly Planned Day on the Dachstein Glacier

There’s plenty to discover at the Dachstein Glacier. To make sure you enjoy your trip to the fullest, it’s worth planning ahead: It’s best to find out in advance about how to get there, tickets, the weather, operating hours, and the attractions at the Dachstein. That way, nothing will stand in the way of an unforgettable day surrounded by the impressive mountain scenery.

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