Austrian Alps, Austria 🇦🇹
Ramsau am Dachstein sits high on a sunny plateau at 1,100 m below the Dachstein glacier (2,700 m), in the Schladming-Dachstein region. It is best known as one of Austria's great nordic-ski capitals, with around 220 km of cross-country trails, plus 50 km of alpine piste on the local Rittisberg and Pichl-Reiteralm sectors and snow-sure glacier skiing above.
Generally yes. From 1100 m at the base to 2700 m up top, the profile holds snow well across a normal winter (score 84/100).
Ski-in/ski-out depends on the address here: some hotels are on the snow, others need a short walk or shuttle. Pick a slopeside address if skiing from the door matters to you.
With 50 km of piste on 15 lifts, it is a mid-size area, easy to get to know over a long weekend. The terrain is balanced (0 green, 20 blue, 18 red, 5 black), which suits a mixed-level group skiing together.
Ramsau am Dachstein stands out for glacier skiing up high and a family-friendly setup.
The season usually runs Dec 1 to May 4 (about 22 weeks). For the most dependable cover, the deep-winter window of January to February is the safe bet. The altitude also holds spring snow, so late-season skiing stays good well into spring.
Hotels, piste breakdown, snow month by month, lift and rental info, map and more.
Hotels we like for ski access and value. Prices are indicative; check live availability.
Excellent · 291 reviews
One of the highest-rated places to stay in Ramsau am Dachstein, with guests singling out the service and comfort.
Guests rate this hotel as excellent (4.9/5 from 291 reviews). It sits about 2.7 km from the slopes. A mid-range option for Ramsau am Dachstein, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.
Excellent · 357 reviews
One of the highest-rated places to stay in Ramsau am Dachstein, with guests singling out the service and comfort.
Excellent · 360 reviews
Strong value for Ramsau am Dachstein, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.
Excellent · 262 reviews
One of the highest-rated places to stay in Ramsau am Dachstein, with guests singling out the service and comfort.
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