Hike to the Wiesberghaus
Dear hiking enthusiasts and nature lovers, However, due to the construction work on the Salzberg, short-term changes can also occur at any time. Therefore, a tip: Plan your route very carefully before the start of the tour. Information about short-term changes is also available from the Hallstatt Tourist Office. We thank you for your understanding and wish you an unforgettable hiking experience on Lake Hallstatt. Your editorial teamHiking News
Blocking of paths during construction work on the new cable car to the Salzberg
Please note that the hiking trail to the Salzberg, the so-called "Serpentine Path", is closed. The reason is construction work for the construction of the new Salzberg cable car. These are expected to take place until spring 2026. Therefore, the ascent to the Plassen and to the "Steingrabenschneid" as well as to the Glücksplatz "Dammwiese" is currently only possible via the Echerntal. Expect an additional walking time of about 60 to 90 minutes!Changes possible at any time!
First of all…
The following hike is a high alpine hiking tour. Mountain experience, stamina, sure-footedness and good preparation are the best prerequisites for a successful and safe day trip. Please do not attempt it wearing sports shoes, normal street shoes or flip-flops! This ensures nothing will get in the way of an adventurous hike. Still have questions? For more safety tips, click here ... And now enjoy reading about this tour.
Friends of Nature house on a high level
As is well known, many roads lead to Rome, but also to the Wiesberghaus. The managed mountain hut at 1884 metres above sea level impresses with its beautiful location at the foot of the Niederen Ochsenkogel with a direct view of the Dachstein peak. The hike from Hallstatt to the Wiesberghaus in particular requires a lot of stamina, surefootedness and mountain experience. This tour can also be easily combined with other trails: A hike to the Simonyhütte or on the great Nature Trail. We have summarised the best hiking variants for you below. We wish you lots of fun!
Safety Tips for Hikers
Admittedly, the landscape of the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut is the absolute pinnacle for hiking fans, mountain enthusiasts and nature lovers—unforgettable tours to incredibly beautiful mountain lodges and meadows, panorama views as far as the eye can see and cherished moments that will last a lifetime! However, you should remember that while hiking you might find yourself in high-alpine terrain. We’ve put together some resources to assist you: how to best prepare for your tour, recommended items for your backpack and steps to take in an emergency situation. Remember to always play it safe and enjoy your hiking adventure in the Salzkammergut!
Warning: Closed trails
Better to know before you go
Hiking trails in the Salzkammergut can be closed for various reasons. To help you prepare for your hike, we have set up a page with current road closures in the region. This will help you get to your destination without any detours or stress. Click here to visit the page...
More time to enjoy!
To save you unnecessary searching on various websites, we have summarised all relevant information about this tour for you below: contact details, opening times, travel times of cable cars, links to public transport and much more. In this way, you get all the information at a glance and have more time to enjoy the breathtaking mountains of the Salzkammergut.
Refreshments and overnight stays & other offers
Adventure mountain "Dachstein Krippenstein" in Obertraun - Cave worlds for summiteers
Obertraun | Krippenstein: Discover the fairytale world of the Ice cave and follow in the footsteps of the cave researchers through the Mammut Cave and Koppenbrüller Cave. Feel the adrenaline pumping through your veins on the 5fingers viewing platform.
Simony Hut: So close to heaven!
Hallstatt / Obertraun: The hike to the Simony Hut below the mighty Dachstein glacier, is one of the most beautiful hikes in the Salzkammergut. Recommended is the gorgeous sunrise - just a dream!
Across the karst plateau
The recently established Nature trail on the Dachstein plateau is an important component of the World Heritage Hiking world. This trail travels across the karst plateau and "lures" with pristine high alpine scenery.
Hiking from the Gjaidalm to the Wiesberghaus to Hallstatt
This trail to the Wiesberghaus is the easy option.
The descent to Hallstatt, however, is quite tough and requires a lot of stamina. A great day hike of about 6 hours. An adventure for all experienced mountain enthusiasts!
Hike from Hallstatt to the "Simony hut" Simonyhütte
Mountain experience and stamina are a prerequisite for the high alpine mountain tour of about 6 hours. The route leads steeply up through the Echerntal valley of Hallstatt to the Wiesberghaus and on to the Simonyhütte. Not for beginners!
Hike from the Krippenstein to Simonyhütte
The hike to the Simonyhütte from the Upper Austrian side is usually made with cable car assistance from Obertraun. The route to the hut, built in 1877, starts at the Gjaidalm and has several return options.
Events along the way
"Obertraun Mountain Moments 2025": Full moon Trip by Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable Car
Thu, Jul. 10, 2025 19:30 — 22:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Obertraun
Eisklang 2025: Concert with the "Aigner String Quartet" & Peter Brugger
Fri, Aug. 15, 2025 16:30 — 20:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Seilbahn (Talstation), Obertraun
Musical ice cave concerts 2025: Martin Gasselsberger / Tim Collins (USA)
Fri, Aug. 22, 2025 16:30 — 20:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Seilbahn (Talstation), Obertraun
"Obertraun Mountain Moments 2025" Sunrise on the Krippenstein with Breakfast
Sun, Aug. 24, 2025 05:15 — 09:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Obertraun
Eisklang 2025: Concert with Thomas Gansch and Christian Bakanic
Thu, Sep. 4, 2025 16:30 — 20:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Seilbahn (Talstation), Obertraun
"Obertraun Mountain Moments 2025" Religious worship on the Krippenstein
Sun, Oct. 26, 2025 10:30 Heilbronner Chapel, Obertraun
Freie Unterkünfte für Ihren Wanderurlaub im Salzkammergut
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