This is a relaxed self-guided family walking holiday that can be as active as you like. Spend time enjoying the stunning scenery of the Salzkammergut area, following easy trails along alpine pastures and lakeshores.
- Enjoy gentle self-guided walks in beautiful scenery
- Walk through summer pastures & meet local wildlife
- Ride the Rittisberg Coaster
- Take the cable car up Dachstein Mountain
- Walk across the Dachstein Gletscher hanging bridge
Set in the Schladming Dachstein region, discover a unique mix of breathtaking landscapes, modern infrastructure and friendly local wildlife in this wonderful piece of Austria.
There are four days of walks on the trip, and we start off with introductory walks and build you up to longer moderately difficult walks and a trip up the mountain for some exploration of ice palaces and high suspension bridges. We also allow for plenty of time to enjoy the range of other activities available in the area.
Typical Itinerary
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Day 1: Fly to Salzburg & transfer to Schladming
Use public transport or ask us to arrange a private transfer for you to get to your hotel in Schladming. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the many activities available in the town.
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Day 2: Hike through the Talbach Canyon
Enjoy a gentle introductory walk along the ‘Wild Waters’ path in the Talbach canyon, and enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore Schladming.
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Day 3: Hike the Sheep Path at Hauser Kaibling
Take the cable car up to the top Hauser Kaibling and walk through summer sheep pastures learning about the Ennstal Valley and possibly meeting the 800-strong sheep herd.
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Day 4: Hike the ‘Valley of Falling Water’
Enjoy a pleasurable hike around three different lakes surrounded by waterfalls and green valleys.
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Day 5: Glosalm & Bachlalm Circular trail
Take in the views of the imposing Dachstein Sudwand as you hike through Alpine forests and across summer pastures alive with inquisitive marmots.
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Day 6: Day of Adventure at Dachstein Gletscher
Take the cable car up the Dachstein and explore the ice palace, viewing platforms and dare to walk across a bridge suspended 400 metres above ground.
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Day 7: Free day to explore the Rittisberg
Experience the peace and adrenaline at the Rittisberg Alpine Discovery Zone by exploring the quiet walking trails and taking on the Rittisberg Coaster.
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Day 8: Fly back to the UK
Use public transport or ask us to arrange a private transfer for you to get from Ramsau to Salzburg airport for your flight home.
Duration and Guide Prices
- Age Guide: 8+
- Itinerary Type: Tailor-made Holiday
When To Go
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Dates & Prices
Our trip ideas are flexible and can be offered during the school holidays highlighted below or on a date of your choice. To book, make a no obligation booking request with your preferred departure date or enquire to find out more.
