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The World’s 100 Best Show Caves

Dachstein Giant Ice Cave

Obertraun, Austria

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST SHOW CAVES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 75 2026
Dachstein Giant Ice Cave

An ice cave on the Dachstein where seeping water freezes into ice walls, halls and ice stalactites, lit with a light and music show. Guided tours only, in German and English, reached by cable car and a steep uphill walk.

Highlights

  • Light and music show
  • Animated cave bear
  • Ice formations and halls

Good to know

  • Around 0°C inside, bring warm clothing
  • About 500 steps inside the cave
  • Steep 15-20 minute walk from cable car

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