Dachstein West is a ski resort in the Northern Alps massif, in Tennengau, Salzburg, Austria 🇦🇹. The area stretches over 51 km of runs between 745 m and 1,617 m, served by 24 lifts. Day lift pass 73€ per adult.
* Price per adult for 1 day, public high-season rate. Reduced rates (online purchase, outside school holidays, families, children, seniors) are generally offered by the resort.
Run distribution is given as a percentage of the kilometres for each difficulty level. Dachstein West links Annaberg and Russbach, in the Salzburg state, with Gosau, in Upper Austria. The runs offer views of the Dachstein Glacier and the Gosaukamm cliffs.
- Facing the Dachstein
- Between two states
- Mostly red runs
Based on the resort's altitude and historical snow reliability
A resort on a human scale, Dachstein West focuses on the quality of its welcome and its closeness rather than impressive figures. Its 51 km of runs are well suited to a 3 to 4 day stay, especially for families or skiers who don't need to constantly change their playground. Dachstein West's family reputation is well earned: dedicated beginner areas, a well-run childcare service, well-groomed green runs and a friendly atmosphere at the foot of the lifts. It is one of the most reassuring resorts in the Northern Alps for building a child's skiing foundations. Dachstein West's modest altitude, from 745 m at the base to 1,617 m at the summit, makes it sensitive to climate variations. January and February remain the safest months for optimal snow cover. Outside this window, checking the snow reports before departure is strongly advised. Budgeting for a stay in Dachstein West is clearly on the high side: 73€ for a day lift pass, plus accommodation and mountain restaurants that are among the most expensive in the Alps. It is the price of excellence, but you should be aware of it before you leave. In short: Dachstein West keeps its promises. A Northern Alps resort that will suit most skier profiles without disappointing.
Source: Open-Meteo.com · Data updated in real time
At this altitude, snow reliability depends on the conditions of the year. Check the state of the runs before you leave. Real-time data: Open-Meteo (weather model). Monthly averages: estimates based on the resort's historical data.
