Attersee fixed rope route Mahdlgupf

This is a long and beautiful, yet not too difficult, fixed rope route to the Mahdlgupf directly at Lake Attersee.

The via ferrata leads to the 1261m high Mahdlgupf in Steinbach am Attersee. It requires stamina and fitness, the difficulty level is D/E. This via ferrata is suitable for experienced climbers. There are almost 1,200 metres of rope to climb. The reward is a magnificent view of the surrounding panorama with a view of Lake Attersee below in the beautiful Salzkammergut region.

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The start of the via ferrata can be reached via the village of Weißenbach - where there is also excellent accommodation and other wonderful leisure activities on offer.
Access time approx. 30 minutes: Via the Nikoloweg from Weißenbach to the Jaga-Wolferl-Graben. Turn right up to the start of the via ferrata. In summer 2020, a new access point was created around 30 metres north-east of the old access point. This is marked with blue markings. In addition, a rope was also installed, which makes it possible to turn back without hindering other climbers. After approx. 80m rope length, the new entrance joins the existing via ferrata.

Challenging via ferrata! Very good knowledge, physical fitness and stamina are required!


The via ferrata has a rope length of 1200 m and a height difference of 600 m.
Not recommended for beginners, those in poor physical condition and children!

All via ferrata equipment and a helmet are a basic requirement.

Up-to-date information can be found on the official website: www.klettern-attersee.at


Further information on the Attersee Mahdlgupf via ferrata at www.bergsteigen.com