Cross-country-skiing
Hitting the trail to winter happiness.
Even though Schladming-Dachstein lies in the heart of Austria, Nordic sports also have a rich tradition here. With 220 km of perfectly maintained ski trails, this cross-country Eldorado on the sunny Ramsau am Dachstein plateau has long attracted the international elite of Nordic skiing in addition to pure holidaymakers. Amid the incomparable mountain scenery that flanks Dachstein Glacier, the world’s longest glacier ski trail promises an extraordinary experience at 2700 m above sea level. Whenever you are ready to recharge your batteries, there are plenty of eateries and watering holes along the way. If you would like to learn how to cross-country ski, we suggest turning to one of our cross-country schools. But if you are content simply watching, we might suggest the FIS World Cup in the Nordic Combined which will be held here in December.
Ramsau am Dachstein
the cross-country skiing center in Austria.
- 125 km of trails tracked for classic skiing and 95 km for sporty “skating” technique, all shown clearly on the trail map
- 20 cross-country loop trails
- various levels of difficulty, length (up to 30 km) and altitude (plateau and glacier trails)
- many cosy refreshment stops and huts along the trails, including the Schladming-Dachstein Almkulinarik.
- top cross-country ski schools & rental shops
- snowmaking infrastructure & snowfarming
- night trail & full moon cross-country skiing experience
- awarded with the Styrian Cross-Country Trail Seal Of Quality
- High altitude cross-country ski trail on the Rittisberg
- Season ticket sales at Dachstein Bad
Valley XC trails
through other communities in the region
In addition to our center for Nordic skiing, Ramsau am Dachstein, the region also features a wide variety of idyllic valley ski trails, certain to appeal to more casual cross-country skiers in particular.
- Schladming-Untertal: classic cristall trail & two skating trails, Award winner of the Styrian cross-country ski trail seal of approval
- Spechtensee cross-country ski trail near the idyllic Moorsee lake in Wörschachwald
- Planneralm high altitude trail & Hinterwald trail in Donnersbachtal
- Classic cross-country ski trails for connoisseurs and ski touring lovers in the tranquillity of the Nature Park Sölktäler.
- High altitude and skating trail Stoderzinken
- When snow conditions are suitable, there are also cross-country trails on the Mitterberg, in Gröbming and Haus im Ennstal.
That´s the way.
The most beautiful cross-country skiing trails in the Nordic centre of Ramsau am Dachstein and the entire region.
Cross Country Rates 2024/25
Start of the season until 05.12.2024 and from 15.03.2025 until the end of the season*
| Standard Rate | WinterCard | |
|---|---|---|
| 1/2 day from 12:00 pm | € 11,00 | € 11,00 |
| 1 day | € 15,50 | € 15,50 |
| 3 day | € 24,00 | € 24,00 |
| 7 days | € 32,00 | € 32,00 |
* Expected end of season 21.04.2025
You can get half-day tickets from 12:00 noon at the sports shops, ticket machines and before you enter the cross-country ski trail from the trail controller.
from 06.12.2024 until 14.03.2025
| Standard Rate | WinterCard | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 day | € 20,00 | € 17,00 |
| 2 days | € 35,50 | € 26,50 |
| 3 days | € 46,00 | € 34,50 |
| 4 days | € 53,50 | € 41,50 |
| 7 days | € 65,00 | € 52,00 |
| 10 days | € 75,50 | € 61,50 |
| 14 days | € 89,00 | € 71,00 |
| 20 days | € 96,00 | € 80,00 |
Children up to their 15th birthday are free of charge. From the 15th birthday the normal rate applies.
Important note: A valid trail ticket is required on the cross-country ski trail. Without a valid trail ticket, a trail replacement fee of €174.00 will be charged.
Season ticket prices 2024/25
| SeasonCard cross-country skiing VVK until 05.12.2024 | € 174,00 |
| SeasonCard cross-country skiing from 06.12.2024 | € 212,00 |
| SeasonCard cross-country skiing youth* VVK until 05.12.2024 | € 89,00 |
| SeasonCard cross-country skiing youth* from 06.12.2024 | € 127,00 |
| RamsauerLeben Card VVK until 05.12.2024 | € 329,00 |
| RamsauerLeben Card from 06.12.2024 | € 399,00 |
* Youth: born 2004 - 2009
‘RamsauerLeben season ticket’ includes cross-country ski trail, Dachsteinbad, sauna, fitness & bus on the plateau with cross-country skiing equipment
Deposit € 3.00 per season ticket.
The pre-sale for cross-country season tickets starts on 14 October 2024 at Dachsteinbad. From December 6, 2024, the standard rates will be in effect.
You can buy cross-country season tickets or recharge your 2023/24 season ticket. The cross-country season ticket can also be purchased around the clock in the Dachstein adventure shop.
Please note, that no dogs are allowed on the cross-country ski trails in Ramsau am Dachstein and the Schladming-Dachstein region (except on the trails in the Sölk - the statutory leash requirement also applies here).
Cross-Country Ski Schools
Our cross-country skiing schools are here to get you on the right track. Whether you prefer classic cross-country skiing or skating, our instructors have the best tips and tricks for you.
Biathlon for guests
Biathlon is fascinating. Not just to watch on TV, when the world's best athletes clock laps and try to turn the black targets white, standing as well as prone - but also to try it yourself. In Ramsau am Dachstein, there are several ways to enjoy a taste of the enthralling world of biathlon. The offers include laser, air and small-caliber rifles, which you can use to test your accuracy inside the biathlon stadium. A team of trainers teaches correct breathing and shooting techniques, helping you find the optimal pulse and rhythm for shooting between those strength-sapping cross-country stages.
Snowfarming
Ramsau am Dachstein has been snowfarming since winter 2013. Annually, a substantial quantity of snow is generated or amassed and subsequently concealed at the conclusion of the winter season. The objective is to utilise the residual snow for the forthcoming year.