Rötelstein Mountain

The starting point of the mountain tour is the car park on the country road between Filzmoos and Ramsau am Dachstein, right on the border between the federal states of Salzburg and Styria, at the turn-off for Bachlalm and Dachsteinruhe. From here, the tour initially follows the asphalt road, which is closed to public traffic. The first approximately three kilometres lead steadily but pleasantly uphill towards Bachlalm. Those who wish to shorten the approach can also cover this section by taxi or the Marmot Express. Bachlalm itself invites you to stop for refreshments – except on Tuesdays, when it is closed.  Shortly before Bachlalm, however, you leave the forest road and turn west onto a tractor track. You now venture deeper into the alpine landscape and head straight towards the Sulzenhals. Two impressive mountain backdrops accompany you along the way: the Rötelstein rises to the left, while on the right the expansive Windlegerkar opens up, with the mighty Torstein towering behind it. With every step, the views become more impressive, already offering a taste of the magnificent panorama awaiting you at the summit. Once you reach the Sulzenhals, your gaze is initially drawn almost inevitably to the imposing Bischofsmütze, which rises dramatically before you. However, the trail does not continue in this direction, but instead turns south at a right angle. The more demanding section of the ascent now begins. The trail crosses partly loose scree and rocky, uneven sections, requiring sure-footedness and careful concentration, particularly along this stretch. The path continues steeply uphill along the northern face until the terrain gradually becomes easier and more pleasant to walk. Eventually, you reach the largely open summit terrain and draw closer to the panoramic summit. Once at the top, good visibility reveals an overwhelming panorama. Particularly impressive is the view of the mighty trio of Torstein, Mitterspitz and Dachstein. The surrounding peaks and valleys also reveal themselves in all their alpine splendour. The summit invites you to pause, take in the impressive mountain scenery and look ahead to the next destinations. This tour combines a varied approach with a more demanding alpine final ascent and an exceptional summit experience. The constantly changing scenery is particularly appealing, ranging from forest and gravel roads to open alpine meadows, rugged mountain terrain and the magnificent panorama around the Dachstein. Sure-footedness, sturdy footwear and a good level of fitness are required for the more demanding section from the Sulzenhals onwards.