Brandalm: A Rustic Alpine Retreat

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Experience traditional Austrian hospitality and stunning alpine views at Brandalm, a family-run mountain hut in Ramsau am Dachstein.

Nestled at 1,600 meters in the Ramsau am Dachstein region, Brandalm is a family-run mountain hut offering stunning views, traditional Austrian cuisine, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. It's a perfect spot for hikers, skiers, and families seeking an authentic alpine experience.

A brief summary to Brandalm

Schildlehen 20, 8972, AT
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Local tips

Enjoy the Kaiserschmarren, a traditional Austrian dessert, while taking in the panoramic views from the sun terrace.
Visit the nearby Dachstein Kircherl (chapel) and mountaineering memorial, a short walk from the Brandalm.
Brandalm is accessible by mountain bike or e-bike, offering a scenic ride through the alpine landscape.

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Getting There

Walking

Brandalm is accessible via several hiking trails from Ramsau am Dachstein. A popular starting point is the Dachstein/Türlwand valley station, from which it's approximately a 30-minute walk. The trail is well-marked. Alternatively, park at Gasthof Edelbrunn and hike or bike from there in about 45 minutes. Brandalm is well signposted at all hiking starting points.
Public Transport

From Schladming train station, take Bus 960 (RVB) to the Ski-Willy/Rittislift stop in Schildlehen. From there, follow the signs towards Brandalm, approximately a 1-hour walk. A single bus fare from Schladming to Schildlehen costs approximately €4-6.
Taxi

Taxis are available from Schladming to Brandalm. The ride to the Edelbrunn Gasthof, a closer access point to Brandalm, takes approximately 20 minutes. From there, it's a 45-minute hike or bike ride to Brandalm. A taxi from Schladming to Edelbrunn Gasthof will cost around €30-40.

Discover more about Brandalm

Brandalm is more than just a restaurant; it's an experience steeped in tradition and surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty. Located at almost 1,600 meters above sea level in the heart of the Ramsau am Dachstein alpine pasture region, this idyllic mountain hut offers panoramic views of the Dachstein massif and the Schladminger Tauern.The Brandalm has been family-owned for generations, with a focus on preserving tradition and folk music. In 1980, Fritz Schrempf built a smaller Almhütte, and since then, it has been renovated and expanded, with the most recent large-scale renovation in 2007. In 2012, ownership passed to his son Philipp Schrempf. The family also built the Dachstein Kircherl, a small chapel inaugurated in 2014, which hosts weddings, christenings and other festivities.Visitors can enjoy traditional Austrian dishes made with local ingredients on the sun terrace or warm up inside by the ceramic stove while listening to folk music. The Brandalm is easily accessible via several hiking trails, making it a popular destination for all ages. In winter, it's a favorite stop for skiers, snowshoers and winter hikers.Near the Brandalm, visitors can find the Dachstein church and a mountaineering memorial, commemorating mountaineers who lost their lives in the Dachstein region since 1879.