Climbing in Salzburg & Styria

Climbing in Ski amadé combines movement, focus and a true mountain experience. Whether via ferrata, climbing park or your first attempts on the rock, you’ll find routes for different skill levels and views that reward every hold.

Climber wearing helmet, harness and gloves on a steel cable between bright rock and snowy mountains on Dachstein | © Mathäus Gartner

    Via ferratas & climbing tours in Austria’s Alps

    You’ve got the grey massif firmly in your grasp

    Every muscle is tensed, your fingers grip the rock ledge in front of you tightly, and your feet become one with the wall. Your focus is entirely on climbing; every next move is carefully considered and planned.

    Enthusiastic climbers and alpine experts know how captivating this sport is. When climbing, thoughts that have nothing to do with the here and now fade far into the background. What matters is the next hold, the panorama, and the fascinating alpine landscape of Ski amadé all around you.

    Why you should definitely go climbing on your holiday:

    • Climbing in the mountains of Ski amadé is unique: high up to the summit, past rushing waterfalls, over deep gorges, past protected plants, and all at dizzying heights. If you’re looking for an adrenaline rush, climbing in Ski amadé is the right place for you.

    • Fancy a bit of variety? The same tour every day, pff… boring! In Ski amadé, climbing enthusiasts can enjoy the full range. Across five regions and two federal states, you’ll find a wide variety of rock faces and summit successes.

    • Something suited to everyone: absolutely! Whether you’re a beginner, advanced climber or true summit conqueror – in the mountain world of Ski amadé, every climbing enthusiast will find the right tour for their needs. Guided, on your own or in a group: discover the extensive area!
    Climber wearing helmet, harness and gloves on a steel cable between bright rock and snowy mountains on Dachstein | © Mathäus Gartner

    When one summit follows the next...

    ...then you’ve arrived in the climbing paradise of Ski amadé.

    Whether Salzburg or Styria, in Ski amadé you’ll find plenty of climbing options. Via ferratas, high ropes courses, climbing parks and alpine routes offer variety for beginners, families and experienced mountain sports enthusiasts.

    In the Salzburg Sportwelt, several via ferratas and high ropes courses are waiting for you. In Schladming-Dachstein, high ropes courses, mountaineering courses and via ferratas create sporting experiences in the mountains. In Gastein too, you’ll find a wide range of climbing opportunities, from secured climbing parks to demanding routes along ridges and rock faces.

    At Hochkönig, you can expect varied ascents and routes around the striking mountain massif. In Grossarltal, you decide whether you want to gain your first climbing experience or take on a sporting challenge.

    Learn more about climbing in the five regions of Ski amadé.

    Our accommodation recommendations in Ski amadé

    Sleep perfectly on holiday

    Holiday anticipation is at its peak and the long-awaited break is finally just around the corner. But what about the right accommodation? Ski amadé offers a huge selection: from family-friendly apartments and cosy private rooms to welcoming bed and breakfasts and luxury hotels, there’s something for everyone. The hosts in Ski amadé are warm and look forward to welcoming their guests. So, let’s get going and enjoy an unforgettable time in Salzburger Land and Styria!

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