Husky sleigh ride in Gastein

Dog sledding in Sportgastein - the experience for your vacation!

What is a musher? Are all huskies the same? You will get the answers to these questions and many more at a husky workshop in Sportgastein. On the high plateau at the head of the Gastein valley you have the opportunity to learn everything you need to know about the enduring sled dogs.

For the classic sled dog ride, the animals are prepared together and harnessed in the husky yard. Between 2 and 6 huskies then pull the sled over the trails. Those who prefer the romantic silence can, after a short introduction with a husky, trudge in the footsteps of Jack London with snowshoes through the deep snowy winter landscape. A husky tour completely without dog sleds.

Wilderness Experience in Austria

Even for children's groups there are many exciting things to discover during a husky experience day. In addition to the dog sledding, care and supply of the quiet animals, it is also already to acquire the first small musher diploma.

As soon as the snow cover has consolidated in Sportgastein, Manuela and Arnold will start the camp with your pack. Dates and special offers are available online. The winter vacation with the sled can start.

International sled dog race

Every year at the end of February, the international sled dog race is a sporting event. In the winter landscape of Sportgastein are about 600 dogs with 120 starters from 11 nations at the start. The race is completed in the classes Skijöring and Pulka (class B, C, D, A and O). Next to the track there are numerous opportunities for visitors to cheer on the participants.

Registration:

For registration please contact the organizer at the mail address office@rssc-austria.at.