Dachstein West
Fee required
Parking available
Dachstein West is a family-friendly ski area in Upper Austria, offering predominantly shorter blue and red slopes across Gosau, Russbach, and Annaberg, known for its relaxed atmosphere and scenic views.

πŸ“œ Ski resort in Upper Austria, part of the picturesque Salzkammergut region.
πŸ” Known for its family-friendly atmosphere and diverse terrain.

Why Go

⛷️ Extensive ski area with friendly slopes
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Children's training areas and facilities
πŸ”οΈ Beautiful views of Dachstein and Gosaukamm
πŸš— Easily accessible from the Czech Republic

Why Avoid

πŸ“‰ Lower altitude can impact snow quality in late season
πŸ—ΊοΈ Area is somewhat spread out, with shorter main runs
🚧 Limited challenging black slopes

Tips

πŸ—“οΈ Optimal stay is 1-3 days
πŸ’Έ Buy skipass online for better prices

Cost

πŸ’° Adult 1-day skipass 66.90 EUR, 6-day 351 EUR (2024/25 season).

Hours

πŸ•’ Daily 8:30 - 16:00

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking

Free parking at main entry points (Gosau, Russbach, Astauwinkel).

🚻 Toilets

Cultural toilets available at lift stations.

🍽️ Food

Several restaurants with typical Upper Austrian cuisine.