Bad weather programme: Discover the Dachstein Cave World on a guided tour

Rainy weather doesn't have to mean that your day out is cancelled. There are plenty of exciting (underground) activities on the Dachstein Krippenstein even in bad weather - if the sun takes a break:

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    Cave tours in the Dachstein Cave World with the Giant Ice Cave, Mammut Cave and Koppenbrüller Cave.

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    Visit to the museum or the exhibition in the Schönbergalm Nature Park

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    Cave trekking tours for sports-minded groups or

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    Culinary experiences

There is a suitable bad weather program for everyone at the Dachstein Krippenstein :-)

Tip: Concerts & art project in the Dachstein Giant Ice Cave
  • Ice sound concerts: In summer, the Dachstein Giant Ice Cave is transformed into the "coolest" concert hall in the Salzkammergut with the Ice Sound Concerts. Dates: 3 concerts in August/September

  • Silent Echoes: Silent Echoes is a fascinating art project that combines the sound of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris and the Dachstein Giant Ice Cave. The US-American artist Bill Fontana has created a sound sculpture that draws attention to the consequences of climate change. Date: 04.09. to 03.11.2024, to be heard as part of a guided cave tour

Events

When the sun makes a brakUp to the Dachstein Cave World

1. Dachstein Cave World

The Dachstein Cave World offers a perfect bad weather program and is also a highlight for every visitor when the weather is fine:

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    Dachstein Giant Ice Cave: Experience the fascinating world of ice and stone in the Giant Ice Cave with suspension bridge, light and sound show and meet the cave bears Ben & Boris.

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    Mammut Cave: The giant Mammut Cave will amaze you with an incredible play of colors and projections such as the cave venus, which appears out of nowhere.

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    Koppenbrüller Cave: Inside, the sound of rushing water, deep black pools and thundering waterfalls will impress you.

Guided tours with our cave guides take place daily until the end of the summer season - opening times »

The Dachstein Cave World is an adventure for the whole family, groups, BFFs and yourselves - no matter if it's raining or the sun shines!

2. Schönbergalm

The Schönbergalm Nature Park offers a special experience. Here you can enjoy nature on the Dachstein Krippenstein with all your senses:

  • Exhibition "Dachstein in climate change: In the stone huts on the Schönbergalm, visitors can vividly experience how climate change is altering the Alpine region. Informative display boards, installations and interactive hands-on stations invite you to marvel.

  • Children's adventure cave: The narrow children's adventure cave, a cave passage made of larch wood, gives a first insight into the underground labyrinths.

  • Museum: In the museum you can find out more about the geological history of the region, cave exploration and marvel at a model of the passages of the Mammut Cave.

  • Other offers: Sauwetterstation cinema, information on the geology of the region, Almboden-Kick, Bamhittel

A trip to the Schönbergalm is an unforgettable experience for the whole family, whatever the weather!

NEW: Merchandising-Shop

The Dachstein Krippenstein Merchandising-Shop in the Schönbergalm restaurant has everything from stylish T-shirts, caps, hoodies and bags for real fans and trendsetters :-) to mountain accessories such as sunglasses, sun cream, rain protection, drinking bottles and of course souvenirs for your loved ones at home or for yourself.

You've forgotten your mountain accessories or warm clothing at home? No problem, in our merchandising shop you will find everything you need so that nothing (forgotten) stands in the way of your unadulterated mountain experience!

Take a look around and be inspired! We're sure you'll find something suitable in the Dachstein Krippenstein merchandising shop.

3. Cave trekking

Cave trekking on the Dachstein Krippenstein takes you into the mysterious underground world of caves:

  • In the Mammut Cave or Koppenbrüller Cave, you will experience the fascination of the underworld, following in the footsteps of the cave explorers

  • Accompanied by an experienced cave guide, you will explore the narrow gorges, shafts and ravines - pure adventure!

  • Trekking tours are only available for groups, book at least 1 week before the planned tour.

Dive into the darkness and experience the adventure of cave trekking on the Dachstein Krippenstein!

4. Culinary experiences

The Schönbergalm adventure restaurant is the ideal starting or resting point before or after a visit to the Giant Ice Cave and Mammut Cave. Here are some of the highlights:

  • Pleasure: The self-service restaurant not only offers delicious food, but also an original ambience with a sun terrace.

  • Family-friendly: The Schönbergalm is specially tailored to the needs of groups, schools and families.

  • Children's paradise: For the kids there is an indoor slide and a large alpine floor with adventure stations.

  • Dachstein Krippenstein merchandising shop: The new merchandising shop is located directly in the restaurant Schönbergalm.

Indulge in culinary delights in the Schönbergalm adventure restaurant while the kids romp around on the alpine floor!

When the sun celebrates its comebackEnjoy a journey up to 2.100 m