--- title: Adventure mountain Dachstein Krippenstein url: "https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/430026616/dachstein-krippenstein-adventure-mountain.html" description: The Dachstein Krippenstein is a real adventure mountain. Nature lovers in search of peace and quiet as well as adrenaline junkies come here to hike, climb, explore the caves,... and find what they are looking for. date: 2012-06-19 modified: 2026-03-06 --- # Adventure mountain Dachstein Krippenstein Dachstein Krippenstein - adventure mountain ============================================= Obertraun, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/225782/0A0CF71B41B25B748DD972DC546B6D1D852B5AD111031845E0D8ECF37AD257A0/heilbronner-kapelle.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/225783/3AB618819911246E8F6AD18186F39901C1E42C987E15EE88D868FFF57ED02865/ausblick-von-der-welterbespirale.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/225784/B8458095929E0A490845B9547C75706126F83BB015C40543241785CA8A59DF24/dachstein.jpg) © Open copyright © Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut Close copyright [ ![The photo shows the Heilbronn Chapel with the Dachstein glacier in the background.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/225782/0A0CF71B41B25B748DD972DC546B6D1D852B5AD111031845E0D8ECF37AD257A0/heilbronner-kapelle.jpg "© Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/225782/0A0CF71B41B25B748DD972DC546B6D1D852B5AD111031845E0D8ECF37AD257A0/heilbronner-kapelle.jpg) © Open copyright © Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut Close copyright [ ![The picture shows the view of Lake Hallstatt from the World Heritage Spiral.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/225783/3AB618819911246E8F6AD18186F39901C1E42C987E15EE88D868FFF57ED02865/ausblick-von-der-welterbespirale.jpg "© Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/225783/3AB618819911246E8F6AD18186F39901C1E42C987E15EE88D868FFF57ED02865/ausblick-von-der-welterbespirale.jpg) © Open copyright © Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut Close copyright [ ![Great photo of Dachstein glacier under a cloudless sky with sheep in the foreground.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/225784/B8458095929E0A490845B9547C75706126F83BB015C40543241785CA8A59DF24/dachstein.jpg "© Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/225784/B8458095929E0A490845B9547C75706126F83BB015C40543241785CA8A59DF24/dachstein.jpg) © Open copyright © Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut Close copyright [ ![The photo shows one of the five differently designed footbridges of the viewing platform from which you can enjoy wonderful views of Lake Hallstatt.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/225785/794F2033CACDA94E41CA9EAE249DF2DC831890A5C0F3E2A02FC617055FF73D0C/aussichtsplattform-5fingers.jpg "© Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/225785/794F2033CACDA94E41CA9EAE249DF2DC831890A5C0F3E2A02FC617055FF73D0C/aussichtsplattform-5fingers.jpg) © Open copyright © Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut Close copyright [ ![Great shot of the Dachstein shark with bright blue sky and the Dachstein glacier in the background.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/225786/B30950AD00115F810F3CA85A0279BF737338869BA1D51132E083FC3B86FDB05B/dachstein-hai.jpg "© Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/225786/B30950AD00115F810F3CA85A0279BF737338869BA1D51132E083FC3B86FDB05B/dachstein-hai.jpg) © Open copyright © Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut Close copyright [ ![The most famous ice sculpture of the Dachstein Giant Ice Cave with light play is one of the main attractions of the cave.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/225787/ECFB7B7BE6D2301D3895E88CD04D6571CB01E2FD118641C938BFBB7FF9744135/dachstein-rieseneishoehle.jpg "© Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/225787/ECFB7B7BE6D2301D3895E88CD04D6571CB01E2FD118641C938BFBB7FF9744135/dachstein-rieseneishoehle.jpg) © Open copyright © Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut Close copyright [ ![The rope bridge in the Dachstein Giant Ice Cave is perfectly set in scene with light and music.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/225788/D0890FAA1D319151F1007C2C0D3F516A5B37408DC47A347B49416C1F578DC39F/haengebruecke-in-der-dachstein-rieseneishoehle.jpg "© Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/225788/D0890FAA1D319151F1007C2C0D3F516A5B37408DC47A347B49416C1F578DC39F/haengebruecke-in-der-dachstein-rieseneishoehle.jpg) © Open copyright © Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut Close copyright [ ![Beautiful ice sculpture in the Dachstein Giant Ice Cave in Obertraun.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/225789/17B3AAB29A6AB92502B962153F80F63D09830BCFD0B42B20B6D9AE0B92A6FF56/dachstein-rieseneishoehle.jpg "© Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/225789/17B3AAB29A6AB92502B962153F80F63D09830BCFD0B42B20B6D9AE0B92A6FF56/dachstein-rieseneishoehle.jpg) © Open copyright © Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut Close copyright [ ![The Mammoth Cave impresses the cave visitors with its enormous size.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/225790/4708A321BE9A0DA6A7707D3CDBC73D46D0E16C48B934ECA5201EAEB12FA9E6B8/mammuthoehle.jpg "© Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/225790/4708A321BE9A0DA6A7707D3CDBC73D46D0E16C48B934ECA5201EAEB12FA9E6B8/mammuthoehle.jpg) © Open copyright © Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut Close copyright [ ![Beautiful shot with play of colours on the cave walls.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/225791/9FC88C2E1CD455010A6370431C409AEF5F5EF9F2CBB51FB695B0F30A768205DA/mammuthoehle.jpg "© Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/225791/9FC88C2E1CD455010A6370431C409AEF5F5EF9F2CBB51FB695B0F30A768205DA/mammuthoehle.jpg) © Open copyright © Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut Close copyright [ ![Great shot of the Heilbronn Chapel and the Dachstein with a colourful sky taken during a Sunrise Trip on the Krippenstein.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/225792/45E78B7B74D394BC8F2CC17A6C39688B2C9F10F174D573E140AFB6C628B0884D/sonnenaufgang-am-dachstein-krippenstein.jpg "© Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/225792/45E78B7B74D394BC8F2CC17A6C39688B2C9F10F174D573E140AFB6C628B0884D/sonnenaufgang-am-dachstein-krippenstein.jpg) © Open copyright © Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut Close copyright [ ![The picture shows a paraglider flying over the 5fingers Viewing Platform into the sunset. The photo was taken during a full moon trip to the Krippenstein.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/225793/6023B4332DFF5E0BC5C33BC97C0C10695814E6625EC70FBB5A8832FB3D05CA5C/sonnenuntergang-bei-vollmondfahrt.jpg "© Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/225793/6023B4332DFF5E0BC5C33BC97C0C10695814E6625EC70FBB5A8832FB3D05CA5C/sonnenuntergang-bei-vollmondfahrt.jpg) © Open copyright © Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut Close copyright [ ![Great photo of the Heilbronn Chapel with beautiful play of colours in the sky taken during a Sunrise Trip on the Krippenstein.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/225794/CEB0C2B17EF3C4CDC4325FF933429AD56C968F8F6BCA564048A723344F6A4FC1/heilbronner-kapelle-bei-sonnenaufgang.jpg "© Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/225794/CEB0C2B17EF3C4CDC4325FF933429AD56C968F8F6BCA564048A723344F6A4FC1/heilbronner-kapelle-bei-sonnenaufgang.jpg) © Open copyright © Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut Close copyright [ ![The magical winter landscape on the Dachstein Krippenstein.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/225780/BA04E3A16A4C0928B440B5024C2492D1487C37AB76A43FEB7DAD1969402028E3/winter-am-krippenstein.jpg "© Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/225780/BA04E3A16A4C0928B440B5024C2492D1487C37AB76A43FEB7DAD1969402028E3/winter-am-krippenstein.jpg) © Open copyright © Michael Schwarzlmüller Close copyright [ ![Hike with a dog to the 5fingers in winter](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/225781/49507190E11BC3353A671F5B186EFD547DC1A88ABBDDD7BB4A28F3751C68CD36/5fingers.jpg "© Michael Schwarzlmüller") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/225781/49507190E11BC3353A671F5B186EFD547DC1A88ABBDDD7BB4A28F3751C68CD36/5fingers.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. Bike charging station Winkl 34 4831 Obertraun [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Winkl%2034%2C%204831%20Obertraun "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Winkl%2034%2C%204831%20Obertraun "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=47.5481448&lon=13.7053649&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) **The Dachstein Krippenstein is a true adventure mountain that makes every wish come true. Nature lovers seeking peace and quiet as well as adrenalin junkies will find what they are looking for.** A mountain for all occasions! ----------------------------- The Dachstein Krippenstein in **[Obertraun](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/welterberegion/obertraun.html?utm_campaign=tourdata&utm_medium=text&utm_source=tourdata)** leaves nothing to be desired. You can easily reach the 2,100 m high Dachstein Krippenstein with the **[Bergbahnen Dachstein Krippenstein cable car](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430004188/dachstein-krippenstein-seilbahn.html)**. You will be impressed by the beautiful **karst landscape** as you ascend. Leisurely hikes to the excursion destinations --------------------------------------------- At the **mountain station** , the **[Welterbeblick](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430018870/welterbeblick.html)** **viewing platform** awaits you with a fantastic view of the Dachstein. The **[Heilbronn Chapel](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/48310006/heilbronner-kapelle-am-dachstein-krippenstein.html)** and the **[World Heritage Spiral](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430004189/welterbespirale.html)** are just a few minutes' walk away. Wonderful views await you here too and invite you to linger. Do you want to enjoy these views - but also need a bit of **action**? Then hike to the **["5fingers" viewing platform](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/201659/aussichtsplattform-5fingers.html)**! Stand **400 meters above the abyss** on the five differently designed footbridges. This **adrenaline rush** and the unique landscape views are unforgettable. A photo as proof of your head for heights is of course a must. The newest **photo point [Dachstein-Hai](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430016189/dachstein-hai.html)** , which is particularly popular with children, is located directly on the family-friendly **[Heilbronn circular hiking trail](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-tour/detail/100311/heilbronner-rundwanderweg.html)**. The circular hiking trail takes you through the karst landscape past sinkholes and on to the **Heilbronn Cross**. This cross commemorates the Dachstein tragedy in 1954 in which 13 people lost their lives. After another hike, you reach the **[Gjaid Alm](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/erlebnisse/unterkuenfte/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/103232/gjaid-alm.html)**. A cozy sun terrace invites you to take a break. The 3rd section of the Dachstein Krippenstein cable car takes you back to the mountain station. Are you looking for **more challenging hikes**? Our tip: **[Nature Trail](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/erlebnisse/erlebnissesommerurlaub/wandern/nature-trail.html)** Guided hikes ------------ Do you like hiking but not alone? Take part in one of the guided hikes on the Dachstein Krippenstein: - **[Obertraun mountain experience - Zwölferkogel hike](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-veranstaltung/detail/430215384/obertrauner-bergerlebnis-wanderung-zwoelferkogel.html)** - **[Obertraun mountain experience - Däumelkogel and Heilbronner Kreuz hike](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-veranstaltung/detail/430215097/obertrauner-bergerlebnis-wanderung-daeumelkogel-und-heilbronner-kreuz.html)** - **[Obertraun mountain experience - hike "From the Krippenstein to the Guttenberghaus"](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-veranstaltung/detail/430215390/obertrauner-bergerlebnis-wanderung-vom-krippenstein-zum-guttenberghaus.html)** Via ferratas ------------ More action - more difficult walls? There are numerous **via f** errata **routes** of all levels of difficulty available for all climbers: - **[Little Bear family via ferrata](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-tour/detail/430007114/familienklettersteig-little-bear.html)** - **[Kuckucksnest" via ferrata Krippenstein](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-tour/detail/430006238/kuckucksnest-klettersteig-krippenstein.html)** - **[Via ferrata - Dachstein Krippenstein](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-tour/detail/430003155/klettersteig-dachstein-krippenstein.html)** - **[Via ferrata Däumelkogel](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-tour/detail/430006256/klettersteig-daeumelkogel.html)** Cave world ---------- Looking to **cool off** on a hot summer's day? Why not visit the **[Dachstein Giant Ice Cave](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/400756/dachstein-rieseneishoehle.html)** or the **[Mammut Cave](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/401363/mammuthoehle.html)**. They couldn't be more different - but they have one thing in common: they will impress you! In the **[Schönbergalm Nature Adventure Park](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/401219/naturerlebnispark-schoenbergalm.html)** there are numerous play options for younger guests and lots of interesting facts in the museum. Obertraun mountain experience ----------------------------- As part of the **[Obertraun mountain experience](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/erlebnisse/erlebnissesommerurlaub/wandern/obertrauner-wanderherbst/artikel/detail/1391/obertrauner-bergerlebnis.html)**, you can experience a very special natural spectacle on our **[sunrise](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-veranstaltung/detail/48310019/obertrauner-bergerlebnis-sonnenaufgangsfahrt-auf-den-krippenstein.html)** and **[full moon rides](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-veranstaltung/detail/48310021/obertrauner-bergerlebnis-vollmondfahrt-auf-den-krippenstein.html)**! Refreshment stops ----------------- - **[Lodge on the Krippenstein](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/erlebnisse/unterkuenfte/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/430000895/lodge-am-krippenstein.html)** - **[Mountain restaurant Dachstein Krippenstein](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/430006366/bergrestaurant-dachstein-krippenstein.html)** - **[Gjaid Alm](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/erlebnisse/unterkuenfte/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/103232/gjaid-alm.html)** - **[Schönbergalm adventure restaurant](https://dachstein.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/100392/erlebnisrestaurant-schoenbergalm.html)** In emergencies call the **mountain rescue service on 140! [Experience a 360° panoramic tour on the Dachstein Krippenstein...](http://www.dachstein-panorama.at/?s=pano68570&utm_source=tourdata&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=tourdata)** Is **winter** your season? Are you looking for **kilometers of slopes**, do you want to make your tracks through **open terrain** or simply go on a leisurely **snowshoe tour**? You'll find everything your heart desires in the Dachstein Krippenstein**! [Experience a 360° panoramic winter tour on the Dachstein Krippenstein...](https://www.dachstein-panorama.at/?s=pano49414&utm_source=tourdata&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=tourdata)** [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Dachstein Krippenstein - adventure mountain** Winkl 34 4831 Obertraun Phone +43 50 140Show no. 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[ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- **Accessibility / arrival****by car** ****from Salzburg:**** Exit Thalgau via federal road B158 towards Bad Ischl, in Bad Ischl drive onto Salzkammergut Street B145 towards Bad Goisern, in Bad Goisern turn right onto B166, at the Gosaumühle junction turn left through Hallstatt to Obertraun **from Linz:** Exit Regau via federal road Salzkammergut street B145 towards Gmunden and Bad Ischl to Bad Goisern, in Bad Goisern turn right onto B166, at the Gosaumühle junction turn left through Hallstatt to Obertraun **from Vienna/Graz:** Exit Liezen via federal road B320, in Trautenfels drive onto Salzkammergut street B145 towards Bad Aussee, turn onto Koppen street to Obertraun **from Villach:** Tauern motorway to exit "Eben im Pongau", via B166 Pass Gschütt federal road through Gosau, at the Gosaumühle junction turn right through Hallstatt to Obertraun **by train** **Attnang-Puchheim – Stainach-Irdning lines** arriving at "Obertraun-Dachsteinhöhlen” **by bus** bus 542/543 stops Obertraun Bahnhof/Feriendorf, Traunbrücke, Jugendherberge, Bundessportzentrum, Dachsteinseilbahn Detailed information on the respective train and bus times can be found at **** (train) and **** (bus). **Parking**- Parking space: 200 - Parking area for disabled: 5 - Bus parking space: 12 **E-service station / recharging station**- Charging point for e-bikes (free of charge) [ Prices ](#ttgCollapsePreise) -------------------------------- **General price information**Here you can find all **[price information](https://dachstein-salzkammergut.com/en/?utm_source=tourdata&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=tourdata)** of the **Dachstein Tourismus AG**. **Payment methods** Cash payment **Debit and credit cards** American Express ATM card Diners Club Mastercard Visa **Discounts (Memberships)**- Salzkammergut Sommer-Card - Family Card OÖ [https://www.familienkarte.at/d…](https://www.familienkarte.at/de/familienkarte/vorteilsgeber/vorteilsgebersuchedetailseite/action.view/entity.detail/key.16907.html "Link will open in a new window") [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - All weather - Suitable for groups - Suitable for schools - Suitable for kids (all ages) - Suitable for teenagers - Suitable for seniors - Suitable for single travelers - Suitable for friends - Suitable for couples - Suitable for children **Season**- Spring - Summer - Autumn - Winter [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Please get in touch for more information. 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