Gipfelbahn Hochwurzen

Summer lifts

Hochwurzen is the mountain for anyone who likes to combine views with movement. Whether relaxed on the Bankerlweg with its original rest spots, continuing on to a panoramic summit tour, or racing down to the valley with the Mountain GoKart: this is where summer in Schladming-Dachstein shows its active yet enjoyable side.

Hiking couple rests on bench overlooking Hochwurzen hut and rugged mountain peaks in bright sunshine. | © Christine Höflehner

    Summer lift opening hours on Hochwurzen 2026

    May 14 to October 11, 2026

    Daily from 08:30 – 17:00
    Subject to change

    Tickets Adults & youth (from year 2010) Children (year 2011 – 2020)

    Ascent and descent

    € 24.50

    € 14.00

    Ascent or descent

    € 18.50

    € 10.50

    Other tickets Price

    Dog (per ascent and descent)

    € 8.00

    Dog season ticket

    € 48.00

    Gipfelbahn Hochwurzen

    Mountain adventures for the whole family

    With the Gipfelbahn Hochwurzen, the ascent becomes a real treat. The gondolas are made entirely of glass and offer a breathtaking view of the Dachstein massif.

    Once at the top, hikers, pleasure seekers, sun worshippers and adventurers will find plenty of variety on the surrounding hiking trails. With the many different hiking routes, there is something for everyone.

    Highlights on Hochwurzen:

    • 7-kilometre Mountain GoKart track
    • Starting point for breathtaking hikes
    • Modern 10-person gondola lift with spacious cabins
    • Unique views
    Yellow Hochwurzen gondolas move through autumn forest with scenic views of alpine valley below. | © Alexander Klünsner

    Bankerlweg Hochwurzen

    With the Gipfelbahn Hochwurzen, you reach 1,852 m above sea level, where you can enjoy a unique all-round view and find the starting point for countless hiking routes. A special tip is the Bankerlweg on Hochwurzen. True to the motto “Take a seat on a bench, switch off and enjoy the far-reaching views”, 25 original seating areas along the circular trail invite you to rest and pause. The leisurely walk takes around one hour, with no major changes in elevation, along shady, romantic forest paths until you reach the mountain station of Gipfelbahn Hochwurzen again.

    Hiking couple takes a break on carved wooden benches with wing motifs along the shady Bankerlweg trail. | © Christine Höflehner
    Hiking couple rests on a wooden bench with backpack, enjoying the alpine backdrop along Hochwurzen’s trail. | © Christine Höflehner
    Hiking couple relaxes on heart-shaped bench with view of alpine huts and sunny mountain scenery. | © Christine Höflehner
    Alpine hut on Hochwurzen with terrace, surrounded by forest, peaks and fresh summer air under a blue sky. | © Christine Höflehner

    Mountain GoKarts

    It’s a fast ride down to the valley with the Mountain GoKarts on the 7-kilometre forest road – a great experience for the whole family. The Mountain GoKarts can be rented directly at the valley station of Gipfelbahn Hochwurzen in the Ski Lenz sports shop. After a short briefing by the trained team, you ride from the mountain station of Gipfelbahn Hochwurzen down the 7-kilometre route into the valley.

    Ride time: approx. 20 to 30 minutes.

    Mountain dining

    Styrian hospitality and cuisine with tradition

    Welcome to our huts in Schladming!

    After an active day on Hochwurzen, good food should of course not be missed. In our huts, guests are treated to a regional, varied selection of dishes. Whether hearty, light or sweet, there is something to suit every taste. Excellent dishes and a wide range of drinks are waiting to be enjoyed.

    Family eating Kaiserschmarrn on a sunny terrace with mountain hut flair and view of the Hochwurzen range. | © Tom Lamm
    Two women enjoy regional dishes at an alpine hut with sunshine and forested mountain views. | © Josh Absenger
    Family sits by a chalkboard at an alpine hut, enjoying Kaiserschmarrn in the sunshine with cozy atmosphere. | © Tom Lamm