Brief information:
- What is the Dachstein Suspension Bridge? A masterpiece of engineering, it is one of the highest suspension bridges in Europe, hovering over the Dachstein glacier.
- What is the Stairway to Nowhere? A daring construction – a glass staircase and viewing platform that towers into the sky above the Dachstein massif and offers a dizzying view into the depths.
- Where can it be found? It is located in Styria on the impressive Dachstein massif.
- How do you reach them? By taking the Dachstein cable car from the valley station Ramsau am Dachstein followed by a short but scenic walk.
- Is access subject to a fee? Access to the suspension bridge is usually included in the ticket price for the cable car ride.
- Admission prices? Here you can find all Prices of the cable car and attractions.
- Opening hours? Here you can find the Opening hours
Experience on the Dachstein – Between Heaven and Earth
The Dachstein Suspension Bridge – A structure that takes your breath away
This highest suspension bridge in Austria, which leads to the Dachstein Ice Palace, is a must for visitors. When you step onto the bridge, a depth of around 400 meters opens up beneath you, while a breathtaking mountain panorama stretches out before you. The view down to the Dachstein Mountains is an unforgettable moment.
Crossing the bridge, which is about 100 meters long and 1 meter wide, may be a challenge for some, but the 1.3 meter high railings and steel cables guarantee safety high above the ground. The bridge can withstand wind speeds of up to 250 km/h, snow loads of up to 750 kg/m² and has a gradient of 12 percent.
At the end of the bridge the “Stairway to Nothingness”, which gives a feeling of floating in the air. An exciting experience, followed by a visit to the Ice Palace to round off the adventure on the Dachstein.
The Stairway to Nothingness – Steps over the Abyss
14 narrow steps lead to a glass platform at a breathtaking height. When you step onto this staircase, you find yourself 400 metres above the ground, directly in a rock face.
Climbing the “stairway to nowhere” requires some courage, but the reward is a spectacular panoramic view of the surrounding mountain landscapes. The stairs can accommodate up to 4 people at the same time.
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