Resort: In the heart of Austria lies the Dachstein West region which is Upper Austria’s largest ski area. Located in the Salzburg province and at an altitude of 1400m it is the perfect place to enjoy the Alps. Quiet, tranquil and perfectly located away from the hustle and bustle of the usual tourist traps, this region encompasses the villages of Gosau, Russbach, Zwieselalm and Annaberg and offers 152 km of slopes serviced by 52 lifts and cable cars ensuring good skiing for everyone. Dachstein is located in the Salzburg province of Austria and is only 45 minutes from Salzburg airport.

Skiing and Winter Sports: In winter the Dachstein West ski region is one of the most scenic parts of Austria and offers fantastic skiing pistes. Pistes range from very easy family runs all the way up to challenging black runs. However another benefit of this area is the great number of intermediate slopes which provide plenty of interest to keep confident skiers busy. In deep snow conditions the sides of the piste make for a powder heaven. In addition to the pistes there are plenty of other winter activities from horse-drawn sleigh rides and cross-country skiing to numerous other winter adventure sports in the surrounding area. Dachstein is also only 30 minutes drive from the world famous Amade Ski region which boasts over 860km of skiing and over 250 lifts!

Summer: In summer the Dachstein West region provides a wide range of hiking trails to satisfy nature lovers, from the Tennen Range to the Gosau Crest. There are numerous walking routes within the villages, ensuring that even casual ramblers can explore the area on foot, try the local beer and sample some traditional Austrian cuisine. All while enjoying the fresh air and spectacular Alpine panoramas of the Bischofsmütze, Dachstein Massif and the Gosaukamm mountains. Other activities to keep you busy in the summer include swimming at Waldbad Lungötz, beach volleyball, mini golf, alpine slides, horse riding, adventure playgrounds and fishing.

Property: This resort offers the best value ski-in ski-out chalets in the Alps with 3 bedroom detached chalets built to order from as little as 240,000 euros.