Close-up of a ski boot in a ski binding on a snowy piste, with ski poles and blurred trees in the background.

Dachstein West Skitouring Camps 2026

An offer as part of Body, Mind & Mountains

Discover the fascinating world of ski touring in the impressive mountains of Dachstein West!

In January and February 2026, we are offering two exclusive ski touring camps for beginners. Both camps are aimed at those who have already been on one or two tours and anyone who has always wanted to try ski touring. And best of all: both take place on our popular Atomic Backland course!

For all participants of the ski touring camps, the Checkpoint in Russbach, Dachstein West offers an exclusive hire discount of 20% on all ski touring equipment. Take this opportunity to start your adventure fully equipped!

Please note: Registration possible until 12 noon the day before! Ski touring camps take place with a minimum of 5 participants! Max. of participants: 15 pers.

Two people are walking uphill on ski touring skis through a snow-covered forest, surrounded by tall, heavily iced trees under a pale sky.

Skitouring-Camps for beginners:

1 to 4pm*
*We recommend a material check between noon - 1 pm

  • Explanation of different functions of ski touring equipment

  • Learning how to walk uphill with the right step technique and gliding and pole use to save energy

  • Joint ascent along the ski touring route and correct walking in terrain of varying steepness

  • Getting to grips with the correct way of walking in the terrain (in deep snow) with learning and improving hairpin bends

  • Arrival at the summit with skinning and preparation for the descent with changing boots and bindings

  • Joint descent to the valley station

  • Teaching basic knowledge and training in ski touring behaviour on the piste and off-piste during ascent and descent

  • Questions and answers

PLEASE NOTE: Adequate skiing skills are essential for both camps! (Descent on skis!)

Kombi-Ticket*

Programm incl. Skitouring ticketTariff per person€ 42,00
Programm excl. Skitouring ticket (if season ticket or all-year ticket available)Tariff per person€ 29,00

Gross price in Euro, valid in the winter season 2026.
*Tickets available directly on site on the day of the camp!

Good to know:

What do you need to bring with you? If you don't have your own ski touring equipment, you can hire it for the day at the Atomic Backland Touring Centre for -20% (advance booking required!).

  • Functioning ski touring equipment with skis, poles, skins and boots

  • Suitable ski touring clothing:

    Functional underwear

    Lightweight, breathable touring trousers

    Lightweight jacket for ascents

    Warm jacket for descents

    Hat/headband

    Lightweight gloves for ascents

    Warm gloves for descents

    Buff/scarf

    Change of shirt

  • Crash helmet with ski goggles or sunglasses and rucksack

  • Safety equipment with avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe

  • Filled drinking bottle