Dachstein Road (Special Toll)

What is the Dachsteinstraße?

The Dachsteinstraße is located in Styria and is frequently used to reach the Dachstein region near Ramsau am Dachstein. This route is subject to a special toll (also known as a route toll). To use the Dachsteinstraße, an additional fee must therefore be paid, regardless of whether you already have a vignette or pay a route-based toll elsewhere. Further information on the costs of the special toll can be found on the official website of Schladming-Dachstein. You can also find further details on the special toll and other routes subject to the special toll in our guide.

Exceptions to the special toll

If you are travelling 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 is waived if you are a cable car guest. You can validate your special toll ticket at a machine at the Dachstein mountain station, making 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 want to visit the attractions of the Dachstein Glacier, such as the Stairway to Heaven or the suspension bridge, and want to use the cable car anyway, you shouldn't be put off by this special toll route. Further 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 journey to Austria and lots of fun on your exploration tour of the Dachstein Glacier. Please remember to find out about the applicable toll regulations of the country in advance. Further information on the toll can be found in our guide. You are also welcome to use our route planner to better plan your journey and have suitable toll products displayed. If you have any questions, we are happy to help at any time. Contact us via our e-mail.

FAQ: Dachsteinstraße and special toll

What is the Dachsteinstraße?

The Dachsteinstraße is a panoramic road in Styria. It is frequently used to reach the Dachstein region 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 Dachsteinstraße is subject to a special toll (also known as a route toll). An additional fee is charged for its use, regardless of whether you already have a vignette or pay a route-based toll on other routes. For motorways and expressways on the way to Austria, vehicles up to 3.5 t gvw still require a valid vignette. More on this in the guide Toll in Austria and on route toll and special toll.

How much does the special toll cost on the Dachsteinstraße?

Current fees change and are published by the operators. Up-to-date information can be found on the official website of Schladming-Dachstein. Our guide on route toll and special toll provides an overview of special toll routes.

Are there exceptions to the special toll?

Yes. For cable car guests, the special toll on the Dachsteinstraße is waived under the applicable conditions. To do so, 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 worthwhile despite the special toll?

If you want to visit the Dachstein Glacier and attractions such as the Stairway to Heaven or the suspension bridge, the Dachsteinstraße 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.