via ferrata Drachenwand

Where can I park near the Drachenwand via ferrata?

There is a separate parking lot for hikers/climbers at Gasthof Drachenwand (note: not the parking lot for guests of the inn), the recommended retail price at the Bio-Park ticket machine is € 3.00 per day (as of 2021) - please be honest when buying a ticket.

Can I hire equipment for the Drachenwand via ferrata?

Yes, there is an equipment rental service at the Seepension & Camping Nußbaumer KG in St. Lorenz.
The fee for the via ferrata set incl. helmet is € 15.00 per day.

The via ferrata sets can be hired without prior reservation.

Opening hours:  Beginning of May to mid-September from 8:00 to 20:00.

Seepension & Camping Nußbaumer KG
Gries 1
5310 St. Lorenz
Tel: +43 6232 2938
Mail info@nussbaumer-mondsee.at 

Is there a guide I can book for the via ferrata?

Yes, a guide can be booked for the ascent and descent of the via ferrata Drachenwand via the company “Outdoor Leadership”.

Outdoor Leadership
Steinach 4, 4822 Bad Goisern
+43 6135 6058
Mail office@outdoor-leadership.com
Mon - Fri 8:00 - 17:00

What do you need to know?

After an approx. 20-minute approach, you reach the start of the via ferrata. You should allow approx. 2 hours for the ascent. The way back is via alpine trail no. 12a (Hirschsteig).
Caution: Do not underestimate this climb! Once you have reached the summit of the Drachenwand, the tour is not over yet! Only when you have also mastered the sometimes very difficult descent via the Hirschsteig!

The via ferrata is very demanding and only suitable for experienced climbers! Please pay attention to important instructions and possible barriers!