Guided Via Ferrata on Donnerkogel - Sky Ladder to Heaven
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Activity
Via ferrata
Minimum age
14 years
Languages
German, English
Difficulty
Difficult
Meeting place
Gosau
At the parking lot of the Gosaukamm cable car (Gosau 148, 4824 Gosau)
Free cancellation with full refund up to 24 hours before the start of the activity
Details
This challenging via ferrata promises absolute thrills and spectacular views of the Dachstein Glacier. The tour is ideal for all action fans who already have climbing experience up to difficulty C-D and are looking for a truly unique adventure at high altitude. Together with our certified mountain guide, you will climb the summit of the Great Donnerkogel, which rewards you with wonderful views of the Gosau Lakes. The highlight of this tour is the free-floating sky ladder, on which you will cross a gorge at dizzying heights. You can expect an exciting climbing adventure with a fantastic view of the Dachstein mountain!
Tour programme- Preparation:
We meet at 8 a.m. at the Gosaukammbahn valley station. There you will meet your experienced and certified mountain guide, who will provide you with the necessary equipment (climbing harness, via ferrata set and helmet) if required. From there, we take the Gosaukammbahn to the mountain station, where you can already enjoy a fascinating panorama of Lake Gosau and the Dachstein. Once at the top, we will walk for about 45 minutes to the start of the Himmelsleiter via ferrata. Before we set off, you will receive a detailed introduction to the route and safety guidelines.
- Tour:
The via ferrata on the west side of the Dachstein takes approx. 1.5 - 2 hours. The route includes moderately difficult to difficult and also exposed passages. The absolute highlight of the tour is the 40-metre-long Himmelsleiter (sky ladder) to the Donnermandl, which promises plenty of thrills. The free-floating ladder leads over a deep gorge and offers spectacular views of the Dachstein and the entire Gosau Valley.
- Return:
During the descent (approx. 1.5 hours), we pass a hut that is ideal for a well-deserved refreshment break. From there, we walk back to the mountain station and return to the valley where we met.ell-deserved refreshment. From there, we walk back to the top station and return to the valley from where we started.
Tour facts
- Mountain: Great Donnerkogel
- Description: The difficult via ferrata stretches across the rocks of the Gosaukamm ridge and is well worth the effort with its spectacular view of the Dachstein.
- Total duration: 5-6 hrs
- Duration of the via ferrata: 1.5-2 hrs
- Difference in altitude: 650 m
- Endurance: 3 (1-5)
- Level of difficulty: C-D (A-F)
Included services
- Certified guide
- Planning and organization of the tour (weather/conditions)
- Climbing harness, helmet, via ferrata set
Not included
- Cable car ticket for you and the mountain guide
Bring along
- Climbing harness, via ferrata set
- Helmet
- Hiking boots
- Protection gloves
- Backpack with: snacks for the day and clothing suitable for the weather
Equipment Rental
- Via ferrata set (climbing harness, sling, shock absorber, 2 elastic strings and 2 carabiners)
- Helmet
- The equipment can be borrowed as required free of charge. Please let us know in advance what you would like to borrow.
Requirements
- Via ferrata experience up to C-D
- Minimum age 14 years
- Physical health
- Surefootedness
- No fear of heights
If you have little experience of via ferrata climbing, you can attend an individual training session in advance.
From start to finish, Wolfgang who was our guide was super attentive, really making us welcome but also had very high standards regarding personal safety. He most definitely made our trip memorable - taking lots of photos, sharing historical information about our location and even shared lunch with us at the end of the Via Ferrara. We felt very confident knowing his experience and background.
Roi · Solo travelerUnited States · July 2025
Wolfgang is a very knowledgeable hiking/climbing guide for Via Ferrata on Donnerkogel, and other mountain areas. Wolfgang is very personable, and accommodates all experience levels to make his clients feel comfortable. I highly recommend Wolfgang for this climbing experience and any other experiences.
Bryan · Solo travelerSweden · July 2025
Phenomenal experience hiking the donnerkogel via ferrata. Wolfgang is an awesome guide - he was born in the region and grew up in the mountains year round doing just about every activity you can think of (seriously, ask him) so you know you're in super safe hands. Interesting to talk to, great at gauging & adjusting his guidance to your comfort/skill level while on the via ferrata, and great photographer as well, as others have mentioned. Dip your feet into the lake with a cold beer afterwards for the ultimate finish.
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