Ramsau am Dachstein is a high alpine village area in the Styria region of Austria and is known for its sunny plateau open landscapes and dramatic views of the Dachstein massif. The settlement lies on a wide elevated terrace where farmhouses meadows and forest edges create a setting that feels spacious calm and closely connected to nature. The towering rock faces and glaciers of the Dachstein rise sharply above the plateau and form one of the most striking mountain backdrops in the Alps. Ramsau is especially popular for cross country skiing winter walking and gentle alpine activities which give it a relaxed and family friendly character. In summer the plateau opens into a network of hiking paths alpine pastures and panoramic trails that reveal wide views across the Enns Valley and surrounding peaks. Despite its open layout Ramsau maintains a strong sense of community shaped by agriculture traditions and a deep respect for the mountain environment. This combination of open high altitude scenery quiet village life and year round outdoor opportunity gives Ramsau am Dachstein a distinctive and inviting alpine identity.
Part of: Austria