Dachstein Road (Special Toll)
What is the Dachsteinstraße?
The Dachsteinstraße is located in Styria and is often used to reach the Dachstein area near Ramsau am Dachstein. This route is subject to special toll (also known as route toll). Therefore, regardless of whether you already hold a vignette or have paid a route-related toll, an additional fee must be paid to use the Dachsteinstraße. More information on the costs of the special toll can be found on the official website of Schladming-Dachstein. In addition, you can read more details in our guide about the special toll and other routes subject to the special toll.
Exceptions to the special toll
If you are traveling to Austria, you should definitely include the Dachstein Glacier in your travel plans. A special feature of the special toll on the Dachsteinstraße is that it does not apply if you are a cable car passenger. You can validate your special toll ticket at a machine at the Dachstein mountain station, making the use of the Dachsteinstraße free of charge for you. The cable car at the Dachstein Glacier takes you to the glacier's popular viewpoints. If you plan to visit the attractions of the Dachstein Glacier, such as the Stairway to Nothingness or the suspension bridge, and want to use the cable car anyway, you shouldn't be deterred by this special toll route. More information on the unique Dachstein Glacier can be found in our guide.
The Europamaut team wishes you a pleasant journey!
We wish you a pleasant trip to Austria and lots of enjoyment on your exploration tour of the Dachstein Glacier. Please remember to inform yourself in advance about the applicable toll regulations of the country. More information on the toll can be found in our guide. You are also welcome to use our route planner to better plan your trip and have suitable toll products displayed. If you have any questions, we are always happy to help. Please contact us via our email.
FAQ: Dachstein Road and Special Toll
Answers to the most frequently asked questions on this topic.
What is the Dachsteinstraße?
The Dachsteinstraße is a panoramic road in Styria. It is often used to reach the Dachstein area near Ramsau am Dachstein, among other things as an access route to the valley station of the Dachstein Glacier Cable Car.
Do I need a vignette for the Dachsteinstraße?
No. The Dachstein Road is subject to the special toll (also called route toll). Using it incurs an additional fee, regardless of whether you already have a vignette or pay a route-based toll on other routes. For motorways and expressways when entering Austria, vehicles up to 3.5 t gross vehicle weight still require a valid vignette. Find out more in the guide Toll in Austria and on Route Toll and Special Toll.
How much does the special toll on the Dachstein road cost?
The current fees are subject to change and are published by the operators. Current information can be found on the official website of Schladming-Dachstein. Our guide to special toll routes offers an overview of route tolls and special tolls.
Are there any exceptions to the special toll?
Yes. For cable car guests, the special toll on the Dachstein road is waived under the applicable conditions. To do this, you can validate your special toll ticket at a machine at the Dachstein mountain station. If you are using the cable car to the Dachstein glacier anyway, this exception is particularly worthwhile.
Is the trip worth it despite the special toll?
If you want to visit the Dachstein Glacier and attractions such as the Stairway to Nothingness or the suspension bridge, the Dachstein road is often the convenient access route. With a valid cable car ticket, the special toll is waived in many cases. The route itself also offers impressive views of the Dachstein massif.
