Schladming-Dachstein Blog

Warm brown tones. Iridescent larches. Gentle sunbeams. The golden autumn in Schladming-Dachstein is a treat for the senses and caresses the soul. Anyone who wants to recharge their batteries before the chilly season sets in should definitely not miss out on the "Indian Summer of Styria".

In the history of Schladming, mining played a central role for centuries. It reached its peak between 1300 and 1500. After a series of booms and busts, it was ultimately discontinued at the end of the 19th century. Many stories, myths, and legends have lingered on. But we also encounter tangible and visible things such as mining tunnels and valuable relics at two remarkable museums. How did the miners live in the past? How did they work? What treasures did they search and dig for in the Schladming Tauern mountains? How did they find, transport, and refine them? These are just a few questions about a long-gone era that had such a significant impact on the development of the region around Schladming. You can find many answers in the upper Obertal valley. There, you can even explore the inside of an old silver mine.

It's yellow, green, and gray. It has an intense and unmistakable flavor. Its crumbly texture looks good on any slice of bread. We're talking about Ennstaler Steirerkas, a culinary tradition of this region that is widely known and loved far beyond our borders. Two cheese experts talk about the history of its creation, life amid alpine pastures, and the appreciation of regional products in general.

Via ferratas have a special place in the Schladming-Dachstein region, and that's been the case since 1843. It's no wonder that around the "cradle of via ferratas in the Eastern Alps" on the Dachstein, a true paradise has emerged for all fans of vertical recreation.