No. 03 55 m²
Summer in Ramsau am Dachstein
Hiking holiday in Ramsau am Dachstein
In short
Waldrand Apartments is in the Vorberg district of Ramsau am Dachstein, where you can set off on local walks from the house. Waymarked routes include the Vorberg circuit, hut walks beneath the Dachstein south face and Silberkar Gorge, with trailheads reached via local paths, buses or car journeys.
- Where you stay
- Ramsau-Vorberg, between woods and meadows
- Local walking
- Vorberg and Halserberg circuits
- Silberkar Gorge
- 10.6 km, approx. 17 min
- Dachstein cable car
- 11 km, approx. 18 min
- Schladming-Dachstein Card
- included in summer 2026
Walking from your apartment in Vorberg
You can step outside at Vorberg 11 and explore the district on foot, passing fields, woodland and scattered farms. For a waymarked hike, check the official route map and find the signed starting point first.
The Vorberg circuit is an easy woodland walk with clearings and views across the Enns valley. Its published trailhead is at Drachenlift II, not the apartment building.
Easier walks around Ramsau and Vorberg
These difficulty ratings come from the tourist board. Consult each official route description for the current trail details.
- Vorberg circuit: easy. Starts at Drachenlift II in Ramsau-Vorberg, following forest paths and some root-covered sections; it passes a wayside cross on Vorbergstrasse.
- Halserberg circuit: easy. Starts at the Vorberg-Steirerhof walking portal and follows forest tracks and alpine meadows with views towards the Schladminger Tauern.
- Ramsau village circuit: easy. Starts at the Ramsau Kulm tourist information office and follows the Kulmberg and Philosophenweg paths via Ramsau village.
- Rittisberg fairy-tale trail: easy. Walk uphill from the lift base to Rittisstadl and the mountain playground, with story stations along the way. The downhill route is suitable for pushchairs.
Which Ramsau hike should you choose?
The ratings cover the official route, not any additional journey from Waldrand Apartments to its starting point.
| Route | Difficulty | Trailhead and terrain |
|---|---|---|
| Vorberg circuit | easy | Drachenlift II; woodland and root-covered paths |
| Ramsau village circuit | easy | Ramsau Kulm; village, woodland and Philosophenweg |
| Rittisberg fairy-tale trail | easy | Rittisberg lift base; uphill family walk |
| Südwandhütte | moderate | Türlwand; gravel path beneath the Dachstein south face |
| Five-huts trail | moderate | Edelbrunn or Ramsau village; longer forest and alpine pasture walk |
| Silberkar Gorge | moderate | Silberkar Gorge car park; steps, gorge and high-level return |
| Guttenberghaus | moderate, physically demanding | Feistererhof walking portal; sustained mountain ascent |
Hut hikes below the Dachstein south face
The path to Südwandhütte starts by the Dachstein Glacier cable car base station and runs below the rock walls. You do not need to take the cable car to reach the hut. The route is rated moderate, mostly on gravel, and may retain snow in spring.
The five-huts trail is a substantial day walk from Ramsau village or Edelbrunn, moving through forest and alpine pasture beneath the south face. If you want a shorter outing, check the tourist board for route variations and possible return bus stops.
Guttenberghaus is reached from the Feistererhof walking portal. Although the official classification is moderate, the sustained climb and rougher mountain paths call for considerably more stamina than the walks on the Ramsau plateau.
Silberkar Gorge: steps, waterfalls and a tougher return
Silberkar Gorge is 10.6 km from the apartments, about 17 min by car to the trailhead. From the car park, a stepped path follows the stream towards the Silberkarhütte. When the gorge is open, you can return along the same route.
The alternative circular route via the Silberkar high-level path is more demanding, with exposed stretches and sections covered in tree roots. Check for closures and current conditions before setting off, especially after rain.
The Dachstein Glacier: sightseeing is not glacier trekking
The Dachstein Glacier cable car base station is 11 km from Vorberg 11, approximately 18 min by car. The cable car takes visitors to the glacier viewpoints. You must reserve a cable car place in advance, including when using the Schladming-Dachstein Card.
Walking on a glacier is quite different from visiting its viewpoints. The operator advises alpine experience and specialist safety equipment, including a rope, crampons and an ice axe, for glacier crossings. If you lack the training, choose a guided trip rather than setting off independently.
Trail destinations and bus stops from Vorberg 11
These are distances from the apartment building, not hiking trail lengths. Driving times exclude traffic and parking; walking estimates do not allow for ascent.
| Destination | Distance | by car | on foot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus stop Ramsau Vorberg Wegkreuz | 760 m | 2 min | 10 min |
| Bus stop Ramsau Vorberg Abzweig Kobaldhof | 960 m | 4 min | 13 min |
| Ramsau village centre (church) | 5.1 km | 10 min | – |
| Rittisberg lift valley station | 4.6 km | 9 min | – |
| Silberkar Gorge (car park) | 10.6 km | 17 min | – |
| Dachstein Glacier cable car valley station (Türlwand) | 11 km | 18 min | – |
Road or path distance. Driving times without traffic or winter conditions.
Getting to the trailhead by RVB bus
Ramsau Vorberg Wegkreuz bus stop is 760 m from the house, approximately 10 min on foot. Ramsau Vorberg Abzweig Kobaldhof is 960 m away, approximately 13 min on foot. Check which service actually calls at your chosen stop on the day of travel.
RVB route 960 links the Ramsau area with the Dachstein cable car base station. Summer routes 962 and 964 serve the wider Vorberg area seasonally. Hiking bus services vary through the year, so check both the outward and return journeys before leaving.
Cable cars and hiking buses with the guest card
The Schladming-Dachstein Card is included at Waldrand Apartments in summer 2026, from 14 May 2026 to 1 November 2026. Under the card rules, you can take one return journey on a participating mountain lift per day and use eligible RVB and hiking buses according to their timetables. The Dachstein Glacier cable car has its own rule: a stay of at least two consecutive nights, one return trip in the first seven days and another from day eight, with an advance seat reservation. It counts as the lift trip for that day.
What to pack and when to walk
- For woodland and plateau routes: footwear with good grip, weatherproof layers, drinking water and an up-to-date route map.
- For hut walks: plan for sustained climbs, quick weather changes and possible lingering snow. Published difficulty ratings assume favourable path and weather conditions.
- For gorges and root-covered paths: expect slippery steps after rain and respect any trail closures or barriers.
- For glacier tours and via ferratas: you need training and specialised equipment, or a qualified mountain guide. Check mountain lift operation and hut opening individually before each trip.
Back at the apartment after a day walking
Waldrand Apartments has 12 bookable apartments. Each has a kitchen and an included garage space; all guests can use the Finnish sauna, relaxation room and gym in the building.
Bicycle storage is listed as an extra amenity for 9 of the 12 apartments. The supplied property information does not confirm a dedicated boot-drying room or hiking pole hire.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I go walking directly from Waldrand Apartments?
Yes, you can explore the Vorberg district on foot from the house. The official Vorberg circuit starts at Drachenlift II in Ramsau-Vorberg.
Which hikes in Ramsau are suitable for beginners?
The tourist board rates the Vorberg circuit, Halserberg circuit, Ramsau village circuit and Rittisberg fairy-tale trail as easy. Their starting points and terrain differ, so check the individual descriptions.
How far is Silberkar Gorge from the apartments?
The Silberkar Gorge car park is 10.6 km away, approximately 17 min by car. The high-level circular return is more demanding than retracing the route through the gorge.
Can I hike to Südwandhütte without using the cable car?
Yes. The moderate-rated trail starts by the Dachstein Glacier cable car base station. You do not need a cable car ticket to walk to the hut.
Is hiking on the Dachstein Glacier suitable for beginners?
Independent glacier travel requires alpine skills and specialist safety equipment. If you do not have this experience, join a guided glacier tour.
Are mountain lifts included with the Schladming-Dachstein Card?
Yes, the card normally includes one return trip a day on a participating mountain lift. The Dachstein Glacier cable car requires at least two consecutive nights at the same host and an advance seat reservation.
Where is the nearest bus stop for hiking trips?
Ramsau Vorberg Wegkreuz is 760 m away, around 10 min on foot. Check the seasonal timetable for services calling there.
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