5 Fingers
About
5 Fingers is Austria’s highest free observation platform, perched atop the Krippenstein peak in the Dachstein Mountains. The platform features five uniquely designed levels—one with a full glass floor, another framed by a Baroque picture frame—that jut out over a 400 m drop and offer panoramic views of Hallstatt, the Hallstättersee lake and the surrounding Salzkammergut region. A short 20‑to‑30‑minute walk from the Krippenstein cable‑car station leads visitors to the 5 Fingers view, making it an accessible adventure for those seeking a mix of natural beauty and a thrill. The site is free to enter, though visitors can purchase a combined Dachstein Salzkammergut cable‑car ticket to explore additional peaks and attractions in the area.
Highlights
- Spectacular 400m Drop
- Five Unique Observation Levels
- Free Admission
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Best time to visit
Late spring through early autumn offers the clearest skies and comfortable temperatures for ideal vistas.
At a glance
- Typical visit: about 2 hours