Sulzenschneid

Depuis l'Oberhofalm, un sentier raide en lacets traverse une forêt d'épicéas jusqu'à Rinderfeld, un magnifique paysage d'alpage. À Rinderfeld, le chemin reste presque toujours à la même altitude en direction de Sulzenschneid, où l'on traverse la source de la Mandling chaude. Peu avant Sulzenschneid, le sentier passe entre les pins nains, avec une dernière montée raide. Depuis la croix sommitale, on profite d'une vue panoramique splendide sur Bischofsmütze, Hochkesselkopf, Torstein, Rötelstein et Hochkönig. Ensuite, on descend par Sulzenhals jusqu'aux alpages Sulzen (les chalets Wallehen et Krahlehen sont en exploitation). Depuis les alpages Sulzen, il faut environ 1 heure pour revenir à l'Oberhofalm.

Sudden Weather Changes, Rapid Temperature Drops, Thunderstorms, Wind, Fog, and Snowfields These are objective dangers and require appropriate behavior while hiking. Hut hosts are experienced mountain experts and can provide valuable advice about the weather and trail conditions. Inadequate equipment, overestimation of one’s abilities, carelessness, poor fitness, and misjudgment can lead to critical situations.

In case of thunderstorms: Avoid summits, ridgelines, and fixed-rope sections at all costs.

A good backpack is helpful, and for routes in alpine terrain, a hat, gloves, a good jacket, and pants are essential basic equipment. Sturdy, waterproof footwear, sunglasses, sun protection, and plenty of fluids are also crucial. A flashlight, map material, knife, and a small first aid kit should always be part of your gear.

GPS Data and Orientation Aids

Available GPS data – like hiking maps – are only intended as orientation aids, as they can never fully represent the exact layout or detail of a trail in reality. Especially in potentially dangerous areas, it is essential to make decisions based on the actual conditions on site regarding whether and how to proceed.

In case of emergency, please call:

140 – for alpine emergencies – valid throughout Austria 112 – European emergency number / GSM emergency service

Coming from Eben: Take the Tauern Motorway A10 – exit at Eben – turn left towards Filzmoos. After approx. 11 km, turn right opposite the gas station. There is a public paid parking lot opposite the gas station. Tauern motorway A10 - Eben exit - turn left towards Filzmoos - after about 11 km you reach a roundabout - take the exit towards Hofalmen - just before the toll station there is a parking lot (beware of grazing cattle).

Coming from Ramsau am Dachstein:

At the roundabout, take the exit towards Neuberg – shortly after the gas station, turn left. There is a public paid parking lot opposite the gas station. Roundabout - take the exit towards Hofalmen -just before the toll station there is a parking lot (beware of grazing cattle).

By Train: Nearest train stations: Eben im Pongau or Radstadt (on the Salzburg – Bischofshofen – Schladming – Graz line).From Salzburg main station, regular trains (approx. every hour) go in that direction. The journey takes around 1 hour.

By Bus or Taxi: From Eben im Pongau or Radstadt, take bus line 521 directly to Filzmoos (approx. 20–30 minutes). Taxis are also available at the station if you prefer a direct ride.Tip: Buses are not very frequent, so it's best to check the schedule in advance at www.oebb.at

With the Fidibus Summer: From Hotel Neubergerhof, the Fidibus Summer (hiking bus) takes you from Neuberg to Filzmoos, stopping at the “Ortsmitte” (village center) bus stop. Click here for the timetable.

You can get a hiking map (Euro 5,50) or overview map (Euro 2,00) with information about this tour at the Filzmoos Tourist Information Office. KOMPASS Hiking Map 031 “The Dachstein, Ramsau, Filzmoos” – 1:25,000 (Highly detailed, weatherproof paper. Ideal for planning and for use on the go).