Via Ferrata Amon
difficult Via ferratas · C/D · Dachstein
The Amon Klettersteig provides a connection between the Adamek- and Simonyhütte. A very rewarding, though high-alpine via ferrata that should not be underestimated, with approach/descent across the glacier. Aside from alpine experience and good physical condition, glacier equipment is also essential.
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Approach:
From the top station of the Dachstein cable car until shortly before the Seethalerhütte, past the Steinerscharte to the Simonyscharte. This is the beginning of the safty cables for the upper portion of the Amon Klettersteig (C).
The complete Amon Klettersteig can be reached via the Steinerscharte to Gosau glacier (constant danger due to crevasses), dropping down to directly below the west face, where you will find the start of the actual climb (C/D).
Descent:
Hike down the trail back to the Simonyscharte, from there back to the top station of the Dachstein cable car. Option to hike down via the Niederes Kreuz to Hallstatt glacier - alpine experience is essential.
Descent in northerly direction via the Niedere Kreuz and the Hoher Ochsenkogel to the Hoher Trog. From there eastwards to the Simonyhütte and over the Hallstätter Glacier back past the Seethalerhütte to the Hungerkogel mountain station. Duration around 4 hours.
Arriving from the west:
From the west you can take the Munich-Salzburg motorway, continuing on the Tauern motorway (A 10) until the Ennstal junction. From here take the Ennstal A-road (the B 320) for around 30 km into the Schladming-Dachstein region, then take the Ramsau am Dachstein turn-off.
Arriving from the north:
From the south-east take the Pyhrnautobahn motorway (A 9) to the Liezen junction and then the Ennstal A-road (B 320) into the Schladming-Dachstein region. Then take the Ramsau am Dachstein turn-off.
From there with the Dachstein cable car to the starting point Bus timetable: www.verbundlinie.at
Hiking Via Ferrata routes is a demanding sport in rugged terrain. For your safety, please observe the following rules:
- Via Ferrata routes are demanding and require a good level of fitness, no hight vertigo and sure-footedness.
- Always use a helmet and, a Via Ferrata kit to attach yourself to the safety rope. Many mountain rescue missions are a result of carelessness and bad weather conditions.
- Many routes require most of the day. When planning a tour, always include the possibility of a sudden change of weather. Be prepared: carry spare clothing and a good stock of food supplies.
- Always show respect towards fellow mountaineers. Inform them about possible dangers if need be.
- Take care of our environment. Only take photographs and memories with you - leave no trace.
Alpine Emergency Numbers
Mountain rescue 140
Euro Emergency Call 112
Via Ferrata and Glacier Equipment
Take a brake in Simonyhütte for a drink.
Further information at www.bergfuehrer-dachstein.at or give a call to +43 664 522 0080.
www.via-ferrata.de
