The mountain and cave world at Dachstein Krippenstein are daily open in the summer season from 01.05.2026 until 01.11.2026. First ascent at 8:40 am.
Operating times summer 2026:
01.05. - 01.11.2026: section 1+2* + Giant Ice Cave
09.05. - 01.11.2026: Mammut Cave
04.06. - 01.11.2026: cable car section 3
01.05. - 27.09.2026: Koppenbrüller Cave
*Cable car section 2 to Krippenstein and 5fingers, Dachstein shark etc.
Cable cars journey every 15 minutes!
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| LAST ASCENT | 01.05.-03.06 | 04.06.-03.07. | 04.07.-13.09. | 14.09.-01.11. |
| » to Mammut AND Ice Cave* | 01.05.-03.062:00 pm | 04.06.-03.07.2:00 pm | 04.07.-13.09.3:00 pm | 14.09.-01.11.2:00 pm |
| » to 5fingers** | 01.05.-03.063:00 pm | 04.06.-03.07.3:00 pm | 04.07.-13.09.5:00 pm | 14.09.-01.11.3:00 pm |
| » to Mammut OR Ice Cave** | 01.05.-03.063:30 pm | 04.06.-03.07.3:30 pm | 04.07.-13.09.4:30 pm | 14.09.-01.11.3:30 pm |
*Last cable car ascent from the valley station to get there and back in time for the last cave tour and the 5fingers viewing platform. Please note! You need 2 hours for the visit of 5fingers viewing platform incl. ascent & descent by cable car (2 sections). **Last ascent to take part at one guided cave tour (Mammut OR Giant ICE CAVE). || Note: Mammut Cave open from 10 May!
| LAST DESCENT | 01.05.-03.06.* | 04.06.-03.07.* | 04.07.-13.09. | 14.09.-01.11.* |
| Section 1 - from 01.05. » Schönbergalm | 01.05.-03.06.*5:10 pm | 04.06.-03.07.*5:10 pm | 04.07.-13.09.7:10 pm | 14.09.-01.11.*5:10 pm |
| Section 2 - from 01.05. » Krippenstein | 01.05.-03.06.*5:00 pm | 04.06.-03.07.*5:00 pm | 04.07.-13.09.7:00 pm | 14.09.-01.11.*5:00 pm |
| Section 3 - from 04.06. » Station Gjaid | 01.05.-03.06.*-- | 04.06.-03.07.*4:50 pm | 04.07.-13.09.6:50 pm | 14.09.-01.11.*4:50 Uhr |
Cable cars run continuously, every 15 minutes | *from 01.05. to 03.07.2026 + 14.09. to 24.10.2026 always on Saturdays, Sundays & public holidays 1 hour longer open.
| LAST ASCENT* | 01.05.-0.06. | 07.06.-27.06. | 28.06.-07.09. | 08.09.-02.11. |
| » to Lodge/Krippenstein | 01.05.-0.06.4:30 pm | 07.06.-27.06.4:30 pm | 28.06.-07.09.6:30 pm | 08.09.-02.11.4:30 pm |
| » to Gjaid Alm | 01.05.-0.06.-- | 07.06.-27.06.4:00 pm | 28.06.-07.09.6:00 pm | 08.09.-02.11.4:00 pm |
*Last cable car ascent from the valley station to get to the Lodge and Gjaid Alm accommodation in time. For overnight guests only!
When the sun makes a break, then visit the charming underworld of ice and rock. The Dachstein Krippenstein cable cars and Dachstein world of caves are open daily - even at bad weather!
Guided tour: 01.05.-01.11.2026
Duration guide tour: approx. 50 min.
Accessible: cable car | section 1
01.05.-03.07. = 8:40 am to 3:30 pm*
04.07.-13.09. = 8:40 am to 4:30 pm
14.09.-01.11. = 8:40 am to 3:30 pm*
*always on Saturdays, Sundays & public holidays 1 hour longer open (until 24.10.2026)
We recommend you to plane the cable ascent to the last guided tour at least 30 minutes in advance!
Guided tour: 10.05. - 02.11.2026
Duration guided tour: approx. 50 min.
Accessible: cable car | section 1
09.05.-03.07. = 8:40 am to 3:30 pm*
04.07.-13.09. = 8:40 am to 4:30 pm
14.09.-01.11. = 8:40 am to 3:30 pm*
*always on Saturdays, Sundays & public holidays 1 hour longer open (until 24.10.2026)
We recommend you to plane the cable ascent to the last guided tour at least 30 minutes in advance!
Guided tour: 01.05..-27.09.2026
Duration guided cave tour: approx. 50 min.
Accessible: valley | hiking trail*
01.05.. - 28.09.. = 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
The Koppenbrüller Cave is located in the valley on the outskirts of Obertraun. A hiking trail along the Traun leads you to the cave entrance.
Guided tours take place on an ongoing basis. Please register for a guided tour at the cash desk / cave entrance
Caves can only be visited with you experienced cave guides.
Please wear a protective mask during your guided cave tour.
Registration for guided tours:
> Guided tour Mammut & Giant Ice Cave: registration Schönbergalm
> Guided tour Koppenbrüller cave: Registration at the Koppenbrüller cave in the valley
Robust shoes and warm clothes! The caves have a temperature of -2 ° C to +6 ° C
Tip: Free Audioguide app "Hearonymus" for the smartphone (in 7 languages)
PLEASE NOTE! Registration for the cave tour is required for individuals and groups! Determining of the tour time is only possible for special tours with a single guide surcharge.
Given the Alpine location of the Dachstein, one or more attractions may have to be closed for operational reasons or due to the poor weather conditions e.g. snowfall
These closures are to secure your own personal safety.
Thanks for your understanding and cooperation in advance!
Do you've questions or need further information? Our customer service team is looking forward hearing from you.
Do you have any questions on your cave visit? You can find more information about visiting the caves on our FAQ page or contact our customer service team by mail info@bbds.at or phone +43 50 140 or our social media team via PN on Facebook and Instagram.
