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Eisriesenwelt – Salzachtal, 2014 (02)📷 Bahnfrend, CC BY-SA 4.0
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Eisriesenwelt

Werfen, Austria

Nature

Usually described as the largest ice cave in the world, high above Werfen, with ice formations seen by carbide lamp on the guided tour. Open May to late October; allow three hours including the walks, cable car and 700 steps up, and bring warm clothes.

Nearest town
Werfen, Austria
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
47.5030, 13.1890
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually June–July. Still fine, with some compromises, in August–September. Cold, short days in November–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Austria: Vignette needed for motorways. Vehicles over 3.5 t need a GO-Box for distance-based tolls. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

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Campsites nearby

  • Camping MartinaCampsite
    11 km from Eisriesenwelt
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Landhaus Camping KastenhofCampsite
    18 km from Eisriesenwelt
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • GrafenlehenCampsite
    18 km from Eisriesenwelt
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camping AllweglehenCampsite
    20 km from Eisriesenwelt
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Ennspark coworking StellplatzMotorhome stopover
    21 km from Eisriesenwelt
    MotorhomesDrinking waterShowersToiletsDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Wohnmobilstellplatz KellerbauerMotorhome stopover
    23 km from Eisriesenwelt
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

All campsites in Austria · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Eisriesenwelt?

Eisriesenwelt is in Werfen, Austria, at GPS 47.5030, 13.1890. It is about 20 km from Berchtesgaden.

Can you camp near Eisriesenwelt?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Wohnmobilpark Aqua Salza, about 10 km away; within 25 km there are 19 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Eisriesenwelt?

Eisriesenwelt is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Salzach valley: ice caves, gorges and Kaprun’s dams.

What is there to see near Eisriesenwelt?

Places worth a stop nearby: Hohenwerfen Castle (2 km), Eagle’s Nest (Kehlsteinhaus) (16 km), Königssee (17 km) and Liechtensteinklamm (21 km).

When is the best time to visit Eisriesenwelt?

The most pleasant months are usually June–July. Still fine, with some compromises, in August–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)