Anna Klettersteig

Beware: When descending the large snowfield, there can be large cavities under the snow cover, where you could break in at any time. 

For the descent, we highly recommend crampons and an ice axe!

Given the romantic relationship between the “Styrian Prince” Archduke Johann and Anna Plochl, the daughter of a postmaster in Aussee, the couple is forever united in the eternal rock of the Dachstein.

The Via Ferrata Anna is a scenic and enchanting route up to Mitterstein, but it is not to be underestimated. Its entry point is at an elevation of approx. 1.800 m and the top is at approx 2.100 m. 

Johann is comparable to the long Via Ferrata of the Dolomites. It is one of the Alps’ most beautiful protected climbing paths, making it particularly popular. The main difficulties are along the lower rock face, but there are also some passages along the upper part, in the 'Große Rampe' area that require full concentration and excellent fitness. There is a danger of falling rocks in the upper part. The entry to Johann is considered the hardest part, forcing many mountaineers to turn around. More than 700 metres of steel cable and 250 iron pegs lead you through this extremely difficult rock wall. The view across the LowerTauern and the Dachstein’s south face is incredible. The exit is at the Seethaler hut.

Climbed together, the Anna, Johann, and Dachstein Shoulder routes form the largest vertical drop in the world.