Via Ferrata
Excursion Weather & Mountain Weather -
For all those who want to go high
When hiking or climbing in the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut, it is always an advantage to keep an eye on the current mountain weather. Whether it's a sightseeing trip to the 2000 meter high Krippenstein to the "5Fingers" viewing platform, a family hike on the Zwieselalm in Gosau or a climbing tour on the “Seewand” in Hallstatt. We keep an eye on the current mountain weather for you.
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Mountain and excursion weather
Weather forecast for the coming days
Sunday
Sunny at times and still not quite consistent.
Quite friendly until noon with some sunny spells.
From the afternoon onwards, rain showers will increase.
In some places, heavy thunderstorms are also possible! So don't forget rain protection.
Hardly any change in the current temperatures.
Temperatures in the valleys: 17 to 22 degrees,
Temperatures on the mountains: at 10 degrees.
Monday
Weather improvement at the start of the new week.
Significantly more sunshine again.
Rain or thunderstorms are rather the exception.
Temperatures in the valleys: cool with 17 to 22 degrees.
Temperatures on the mountains: at 9 degrees.
Tuesday
It becomes much more durable.
A mix of sun and clouds awaits us.
It should remain largely dry.
Temperatures in the valleys: warmer - 20 to 25 degrees
Temperatures on the mountains: 12 degrees.
Wednesday
Summer comes back in the middle of the week.
Lots of sunshine and only light clouds in the Salzkammergut sky.
It stays dry!
The temperatures will rise sharply, it will be much warmer.
Temperatures in the valleys: up to 30 degrees.
Note
Edited mountain weather report.
Compiled by meteorologists.
Subject to change
Even Novices need Experience
Head for the heights while climbing! The first steps on the steep rockface are a real experience. The region around Lake Hallstatt and the Gosau Valley offers numerous well-secured routes for climbing for climbers of all abilities. The fabulous views from the top are not even the best part. The UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut in Austria makes an ideal base for beginner and intermediate pleasure climbers. The only limits in the mountains of Hallstatt, Gosau, Bad Goisern on Lake Hallstatt and Obertraun are your own ability. Be warned - this sport can become addictive. Countless via ferratas offer beginners and seasoned climbers magical panoramic views of the majestic mountains of UNESCO World heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut. The best tours following at a glance…
The most popular via ferratas in the Salzkammergut
Ewige Wand Via Ferrata
Bad Goisern | Ewige-Wand-Klettersteig: A short but nevertheless very exposed via ferrata, which, on its own, is less interesting. However, this climb can be combined with the original "Leadership Klettersteig"“ to the summit of the Predigstuhl along a marked footpath.
“Seewand” Via Ferrata on Lake Hallstatt
Only something for absolutely experienced climbers! 4 to 6 hours long "mountain gig" with 1 hour walking time to the access point. Best preparation for this tour is a basic requirement. Start tour early in the morning.
Dachstein Krippenstein Via Ferrata
Obertraun | Thrills and rushes of pure adrenaline out on the wire of the new ‘Dachstein Krippenstein Via Ferrata’! The new fixed rope course on the Dachstein Krippenstein, a high point for any fan of the Alps!
Family via ferrata "Little Bear" in Obertraun
The family via ferrata on the 2000 meter high Krippenstein in Obertraun is the perfect beginner's via ferrata for children and beginners and besides a bit of adrenaline, offers a special mountain experience for the whole family.
Echernwald Via Ferrata
Hallstatt | Echern Valley: The brand new via ferrata in Hallstatt is certain to be an exciting challenge for keen rock climbers. Attention! "Echerntalwand" via ferrata in Hallstatt is closed due to a forest fire.
Mountain Climb „Großer Donnerkogel“
Gosau | Donnerkogel: Conquer approximately 1100 metres of climbing and rugged mountain crags up to 400 m in height. This mountain climb is divided into three sections of varying degrees of difficulty. Brand new: 40-meter-long "Jacob’s ladder".
Lake Gosau “Laserer Alpin” Via Ferrata
Water, ice and rock are the perfect mix for this approximately 1-hour climbing experience with difficulty level C above Lake Gosau in the Salzkammergut.
Schmied Via Ferrata Gosau
Intermediate route for advanced climbers. Best climbing time for this tour is in the morning and mid-morning. The dream panorama of the Gosau valley is one of the highlights. Simply heavenly!
Children and Youngsters Via Ferrata in Gosau
"Max & Moritz" Via Ferrata for Children and Youngsters Chidr. The only via ferrata for children from the age of 7. Relatively easy route in two stages of about 1 hour in the Gosau Hintertal. 300 metres of pure climbing fun for the youngsters. In two sections.
Family via ferrata "Little Bear" in Obertraun
The family via ferrata on the 2000 meter high Krippenstein in Obertraun is the perfect beginner's via ferrata for children and beginners and besides a bit of adrenaline, offers a special mountain experience for the whole family.
Five Lakes Via Ferrata on the Katrin near Bad Ischl
See five Salzkammergut lakes - only the "intermediate" via ferrata on Bad Ischl's Katrin excursion mountain can offer this. The tour covers about 150 metres in altitude and takes about two hours. The ascent is by cable car.
Via ferrata on the Feuerkogel in Ebensee
Along the mountain along the steel line. Plus fantastic views. More than 2 hours of pure climbing pleasure. On the airy ridge to the “Europakreuz” (Europe cross). This is the via ferrata on the Feuerkogel in Ebensee. The ascent is by cable car.
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"Laserer alpin" in Gosau
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