29 October 2026International edition
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29 October 2026
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Footwear

Dachstein

L-Fashion Group · Austria

Dachstein is an Austrian footwear and outdoor brand founded in 1925 by Anton Lintner in Molln, Upper Austria. It makes hiking boots and shoes for alpine and urban terrain and is part of L-Fashion Group.

Facts
Founded1925, Molln, Upper Austria
FounderAnton Lintner
ParentL-Fashion Group
ProductsHiking and outdoor footwear
Websitedachstein.com
Segment
Mid-market
Categories
FootwearOutdoor
Sales channels
WholesaleE-commerce

What is Dachstein?

Dachstein is an Austrian outdoor footwear brand that has developed shoes for alpine and urban terrain since 1925. It is named after the Dachstein, the highest mountain in Upper Austria, and today belongs to the Finnish L-Fashion Group.

History

The brand traces its origins to 1925, when Anton Lintner set up a shoemaker's workshop in Molln in Upper Austria. From this base Dachstein became known for robust mountain footwear, combining traditional Austrian shoemaking with new technical ideas.

Products and positioning

Dachstein produces hiking boots and outdoor shoes. Its current collections combine urban style with alpine functionality, so that classic mountain boot construction is also offered in designs suitable for everyday wear in the city. The brand has marked its long history with dedicated anniversary collections.

Distribution

Dachstein footwear is sold through sports and outdoor retailers and online specialists in Europe, as well as through the online channels of its parent group.

Why it matters

Dachstein is one of the oldest Alpine footwear names, and its integration into a Nordic outdoor group illustrates how heritage brands are carried forward within larger multi brand companies.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Dachstein from?

Dachstein comes from Molln in Upper Austria, where Anton Lintner founded the shoemaking business in 1925.

Who owns Dachstein?

Dachstein is part of the Finnish L-Fashion Group, the company behind Luhta.

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