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Altmelon, a picturesque village in the district of Zwettl in Austria, is not only known for its idyllic location, but also for the numerous hiking opportunities. The geographical location of Altmelon is characterised by rolling hills and green meadows surrounded by dense forests. This natural beauty makes the village an ideal starting point for hikes.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Altmelon
Hiking Trail
· Waldviertel
05 North-South Route, E02 Liebenau - Schönbach
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
Stage 2
28.4 km
7:45 h
450 m
700 m
A lake, a moor, a castle ruin - there is no shortage of sights on today's stage. Some may consider splitting this beautiful stage over two days...
Hiking Trail
· Waldviertel
Kaltenbergweg
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
1.9 km
1:00 h
37 m
37 m
The Kaltenbergweg is a short circular hiking trail that takes you through the charming landscape around Altmelon past the "Pfarrerstuhl", a place of power.
Hiking Trail
· Waldviertel
Dachstein view and Dachstein seat
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
27 km
7:25 h
522 m
522 m
Dachstein hike in the area of Arbesbach - Altmelon - Pretrobruck. With excellent visibility, you can see the Hoher Dachstein from the Waldviertel - and with enough stamina, you can also hike the rock formation "Dachstein" on the same day.
Hiking Trail
· Waldviertel
Meloner Au
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Difficulty
T1
easy
11 km
3:30 h
133 m
133 m
All landscape facets of the Waldviertel at a glance The charmingly hilly landscape around Altmelon with its meadows and forest hills, ponds, and scattered wobbling stones offers a rich field of activity for the eager. With a rare stand of lodgepole pines, pond biotope, rock tower, and granite cave, the Meloner Au is perfect for exploratory trips accompanied by hiking-loving children.
Hiking Trail
· Waldviertel
Luaga-Lucka trail
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Difficulty
T1
easy
4.7 km
1:30 h
86 m
86 m
Caves and Crevices around AltmelonThe Luaga-Lucka trail presented here, passing through mossy forests and past quirky granite formations, is unfortunately no longer what it used to be after the forest and rock area in the southern half of the trail was closed to hikers by the landowner in 2021 and trail markers as well as information boards were removed. However, the remaining part, the hike through dense forests to the original Luaga Lucka – today identified with the Teddybear Trail "Mossy Forest" – is still interesting and worth a visit!
Hiking Trail
· Waldviertel
Nature hiking trail
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
8.6 km
2:30 h
102 m
102 m
The nature trail is a circular route that leads you along the edge of the Meloner Au towards Fichtenbach and from there past numerous natural beauties back to Altmelon.
Hiking Trail
· Waldviertel
Luaga-Lucka-Weg
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
5 km
2:00 h
111 m
111 m
The masses of rock may seem huge, but don't forget that they are just the last small crumbs of an enormous high mountain range. You can find out more about their formation and weathering on the information boards along the trail. Hike this trail and become a speleologist.
Hiking Trail
· Waldviertel
family circular trail
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
3.9 km
1:30 h
93 m
93 m
The family circular trail is a short circular trail suitable for baby carriages.
Hiking Trail
· Waldviertel
Teufelsmauerweg
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
2.5 km
1:00 h
47 m
47 m
The Devil's Wall Trail takes you past the 1st European dog bog bathing pond, where the bog water flows over a wooden channel and fills the bathing pond, which is divided into swimmers' and non-swimmers' sections and is a popular excursion spot for dogs and their masters due to its peaceful atmosphere.
After a short hike, you come to the so-called "Devil's Wall".
Hiking Trail
· Waldviertel
Moorwanderweg
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
10.2 km
2:30 h
139 m
139 m
This hike informs you about the history of the moor and its vegetation. Along the way you can see interesting plants such as the dashing cotton grass or bog cotton grass or tall eagle ferns. The ground is covered with hair cap moss or lady's hair moss. Blueberries and cranberries also grow here, as well as the beautiful but poisonous foxglove.
There are many beautiful hiking tours in Altmelon and the surrounding area. One popular route leads to the summit of the Nebelstein, the highest point in the region. From here you have a breathtaking view of the Waldviertel and can even see as far as the Danube on a clear day. This hike is challenging but worthwhile.
For families with children, a more leisurely tour along the Melk River is a good choice. The river meanders through impressive gorges and past small waterfalls - a truly magical place! Children will love climbing over the rocks and dangling their feet in the refreshing water.
Another interesting option is the circular trail around the Ottenstein reservoir. This trail leads along the lakeside path and offers spectacular views of the deep blue lake again and again, as well as of Ottenstein Castle on the opposite shore.
The best seasons for hiking in Altmelon are spring and autumn. In spring, countless flowers bloom and nature awakens to new life. In autumn, on the other hand, the forests shine in the most beautiful colours, making a hike a true feast for the senses.
Altmelon thus offers both challenging and family-friendly hiking opportunities. Whether on the summit of the Nebelstein, along the Melk River or around the Ottenstein Reservoir - every hiking enthusiast will find their perfect path here. So lace up your hiking boots and explore this enchanting region!
For families with children, a more leisurely tour along the Melk River is a good choice. The river meanders through impressive gorges and past small waterfalls - a truly magical place! Children will love climbing over the rocks and dangling their feet in the refreshing water.
Another interesting option is the circular trail around the Ottenstein reservoir. This trail leads along the lakeside path and offers spectacular views of the deep blue lake again and again, as well as of Ottenstein Castle on the opposite shore.
The best seasons for hiking in Altmelon are spring and autumn. In spring, countless flowers bloom and nature awakens to new life. In autumn, on the other hand, the forests shine in the most beautiful colours, making a hike a true feast for the senses.
Altmelon thus offers both challenging and family-friendly hiking opportunities. Whether on the summit of the Nebelstein, along the Melk River or around the Ottenstein Reservoir - every hiking enthusiast will find their perfect path here. So lace up your hiking boots and explore this enchanting region!
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