The "Slow train“ of the Gosau Valley
Land train - time is irrelevant
Family fun for both big & little explorers. Since many years, the Gosau tourist train is a special experience for the whole family. It comfortably brings the big and little guests to the various pastures around Gosau. Experience the mountains in a very special way. Without effort, get to the most beautiful places of the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt-Dachstein/Salzkammergut.
With up to 45 seats, the Gosau tourist train offers plenty of space for family get-togethers, company outings, as well as groups of school children or senior citizens. The various destinations offer not only stunning views of the surrounding mountains, but also great hiking opportunities and rustic huts to stop off at and be indulged. The different tours take you among other things to the picturesque Lake Gosau with glacier views, the Ebenalm, the Iglmoosalm, Plankensteinalm and the Hochmoor Löckermoos bog with the Schleifsteinrüchen.
Fancy a trip on the Gosau tourist train?
As rides with the Gosau tourist train are dependent upon weather, it is best to contact the Gosau tourist information office for information on tours and departure times. Further information on the Gosau tourist train canalso be obtained by calling +43 (6136) 8295-30. We wish you a pleasant stay in the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut.
Offers with the slow train Gosau
“Leutgebhütte” on the “Plankensteinalm”
Gosau | Leutgebhütte: Meeting point for mountain bikers, hikers and nature lovers. With a large sunny terrace and plenty of discovery oppotunities for children.
Hiking to Löckermoos High Moor Gosau
One of the most beautiful high moor lakes in Austria. A special natural spectacle for early risers. The sunrise over the small moor lake is unique. An unforgettable experience on your hiking holiday in Gosau! Fascinating impressions for all hiking enthusiasts! Also easy to get to with the slow train.
“Badstub’n Hütte” (hut) in Gosau
Gosau | Badstub’n Hütte: Cosy rustic meeting place for hikers and nature lovers with sweet teeth. Ascent to the hut about 1.5 hours. Alpine pastures with play opportunities for children. Ascent is also possible with the slow train.
Tour to the Gritstone Quarries
Gosau | Schleifsteinrüche:: Die Schleifsteinbrüche am Ressenberg sind ein bedeutendes Kulturgut für Gosau. Mindestens 500 Jahre lang wurden hier Schleifsteine abgebaut, die in der gesamten österreichisch-ungarischen Monarchie Absatz fanden.
Dwarfs-Hike in Gosau
In the footsteps of the friendly gnomes at "Plankensteinalm". Every week in the summer holidays the slow train "Gosauer Bummelzug" goes up to "Plankensteinalm" from the Touristinfo.
“Leutgebhütte” on the “Plankensteinalm”
Gosau | Leutgebhütte: Meeting point for mountain bikers, hikers and nature lovers. With a large sunny terrace and plenty of discovery oppotunities for children.
Hiking to Löckermoos High Moor Gosau
One of the most beautiful high moor lakes in Austria. A special natural spectacle for early risers. The sunrise over the small moor lake is unique. An unforgettable experience on your hiking holiday in Gosau! Fascinating impressions for all hiking enthusiasts! Also easy to get to with the slow train.
“Badstub’n Hütte” (hut) in Gosau
Gosau | Badstub’n Hütte: Cosy rustic meeting place for hikers and nature lovers with sweet teeth. Ascent to the hut about 1.5 hours. Alpine pastures with play opportunities for children. Ascent is also possible with the slow train.
Tour to the Gritstone Quarries
Gosau | Schleifsteinrüche:: Die Schleifsteinbrüche am Ressenberg sind ein bedeutendes Kulturgut für Gosau. Mindestens 500 Jahre lang wurden hier Schleifsteine abgebaut, die in der gesamten österreichisch-ungarischen Monarchie Absatz fanden.
Dwarfs-Hike in Gosau
In the footsteps of the friendly gnomes at "Plankensteinalm". Every week in the summer holidays the slow train "Gosauer Bummelzug" goes up to "Plankensteinalm" from the Touristinfo.
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