Gosau on the Dachstein

Laserer Alpine Via Ferrata

Directly above Lake Gosau, this rock climb allows you to enjoy stunning views of His Majesty - the Dachstein - throughout the whole day.

Description:
First you follow the lakeside trail and then walk down to the lake itself. From here the rock faces, situated directly above the lake shore, are accessed via a Jacob's Ladder. After this first ascent, you make your way through stunning Dachstein chalk scenery to the highest point along the route. Here you can enjoy breathtaking views of the Dachstein and the Gosau glacier. In one big circuit you will reach the rope bridge. Cross the rope bridge and take the via ferrata up to the "Adlerhorst" ("Wandbuch") The trail continues via a ramp back to the start.
Level of difficulty:
Predominantly "B" with a few short "C" sections
Length:
420m
Transport:
Travel from the Gosau valley to the lower lake where there is a car park.
Access:
Follow the trail along the lake in an easterly direction (left hand side) for about 15 minutes to the start.
Start of the via ferrata:
Below the lakeside trail. Make sure you continue in the right direction!
Descent:
There is none. Your route will bring you back to the start.
Safety Notes:
Steel rope, bent foot bolts and U-bolts with minimum risk of injury.
Constructor/maintainer:
www.laserer-alpin.at
Nearest resort:
In the valley - Gosau on the Dachstein (730 m)
Nearest facilities:
Gosausee Inn (960 m)
Best time of year:
May to October
Special features:
You can see the via ferrata on the Gosausee Inn's web cam. Please visit http://webcam.gosautal.net/

More detailed information can be downloaded by visiting Laserer Alpin Klettersteig

Equipment hire, escorted climbing tours and climbing courses:

Outdoor Leadership
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4822 Bad Goisern am Hallstättersee
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Laserer alpin
Gosau 399
4824 Gosau
Tel.: +43 (6136) 88 35
www.laserer-alpin.at