Eferding, a charming town in the district of Eferding in Austria, offers not only historical sights and idyllic landscapes, but also numerous opportunities for hiking. Eferding's geographical location is particularly charming: it lies on the edge of the Hausruck Forest and is crossed by the course of the river Aschach.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Eferding
Hiking Trail
· Eferding
Eferding: Eferdinger G'schichtenweg
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
1.7 km
0:40 h
9 m
8 m
Exciting circular route with 12 stations
(scenic, stroller accessible, wheelchair accessible, with dining options, family-friendly, child-friendly, cultural/historical).
Hiking Trail
· Eferding
Heimatbund hike
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
3.4 km
0:50 h
4 m
4 m
From the large free car park at the Erlebnisbad Eferding, a generous route leads around the beautiful Eferding.
Hiking Trail
· Bayerisches Thermenland
Weg des Buches Pilgerweg (pilgrimage “path of the books”) Upper Austria
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
295 km
83:45 h
6,285 m
4,907 m
Paths of the past were hidden and mysterious. Along old trade routes, you can cross all of Upper Austria. From Ebensee, salt was transported on foot towards Germany. On the return journey, books were smuggled.
Hiking Trail
· Bavarian Forest
Benedikt-Pilgerweg Oberösterreich
Difficulty
moderate
330 km
95:30 h
7,496 m
7,222 m
The Benedict Trail in Upper Austria leads from monastery to monastery from Spital am Pyhrn to Passau. On the 350-kilometre pilgrimage trail, you pass 9 magnificent monasteries as well as many pilgrimage churches and sacred buildings.
Hiking Trail
· Danube Upper Austria
Donausteig stage 2_G02 Eferding - Wilhering: “Danube waterway and habitat”
Difficulty
moderate
14.7 km
4:00 h
8 m
12 m
Short description:Donausteig-simply amazing! This stage takes us from Eferding in the center of the fertile Eferding Basin to the Danube, then along the mighty river and through its floodplains to Wilhering on the Danube. Along the way, we discover one of Austria's oldest towns, the Danube as a waterway, the significance of the navigation signs, the giant fish of the Danube, the ancient settlement area of Wilhering, ...Quality of experience: ***Recommended season:MarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberProperties:Multi-stage routeRefreshment stops availableCultural/historical valueBotanical highlights
Hiking Trail
· Danube Upper Austria
Donausteig stage 2_G01 Aschach - Eferding: "Meandering through the Eferdinger Basin"
Difficulty
difficult
17.2 km
6:00 h
211 m
210 m
Short description:Donausteig – simply fantastic! On this stage we experience the wonderful Eferdinger Basin from various perspectives. From Aschach on the Danube, we hike in large meanders through the cultivated plain, over the wooded ridge on the western edge, back to the Danube, and finally to Eferding in the center of the basin. Along the way, we discover the historic Danube market of Aschach, quadrangular farms perfected to completion, the largest castle ruin in Upper Austria, the death place of St. Wolfgang, the third oldest city in Austria, ...Quality of experience: ******Recommended season:MarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberProperties:Multi-stage routeScenicRefreshment stops availableCultural/historical valueGeological highlightsBotanical highlightsFaunistic highlightsInsider tip
Hiking Trail
· Danube Upper Austria
Heimatbund hike
Difficulty
easy
3.4 km
0:50 h
4 m
4 m
Short description:From the large free car park at the Erlebnisbad Eferding, a generous route leads around the beautiful Eferding.Quality of experience: ***Recommended season:JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecemberProperties:LoopRefreshment stops availableFamily friendlyCultural/historical valueSuitable for strollersDisability access
Hiking Trail
· Danube Upper Austria
Eferding: Eferdinger G'schichtenweg
Difficulty
easy
1.7 km
0:41 h
9 m
8 m
Short description:Exciting circular route with 12 stations(scenic, stroller accessible, wheelchair accessible, with dining options, family-friendly, child-friendly, cultural/historical).Quality of experience: ******Recommended season:AprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberProperties:LoopScenicRefreshment stops availableFamily friendlyCultural/historical valueSuitable for strollersDisability access
Hiking Trail
· Bavarian Forest
Passau to Agoritschach (Arnoldstein)
669.4 km
194:54 h
18,377 m
17,983 m
D Ö 1-30 Passau - Ortenburg -Agoritschach
Hiking Trail
· Linz region
Tag 24 | 19.7.21 - 100Jahr Wanderung: Linz - Eferding
27.7 km
6:45 h
39 m
35 m
Der Tag beginnt um 09:00 Uhr mit einem runden Tisch im Landhaus mit LH-Stv. Mag Christine Haberlander zuständig für Bildung, Frauen und Gesundheit mit den 3 Linzer Präsidentinnen, Präsidentin Rohrbach mit LH-Stv. Mag. Christine Haberlander
Übergabe Club Rohrbach an die Clubs Linz
09:30 Uhr Foto- und Filmtermin vor dem Landhausmit den Präsidentinnen und Frau Haberlander sowie mit unseren 3 Expertinnen Interviews der 3 Expertinnen zu den Themenkatalogen:
Mag. Eva Schuh: GF Verein Gewaltschutzzentrum Oberösterreich
Mag. Margarethe Rackl: GF Frauenhaus Linz
Mag. Dr. Christiane Frauscher: Landesfinanzdirektorin
Infotisch vor dem Landhaus inklusive PR Linz AG
10:30 Uhr Foto- und Interviewtermin mit Herrn Generaldirektor Dr. Franz Gasselsberger /Untere Donaulände 36 / Oberbank Zentrale,
Die Etappenbeschreibung Linz - Eferding findet ihr unter Wegbeschreibung!
For nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts, there are many beautiful hiking tours to discover in Eferding. Whether alone, with friends or even with children - everyone will find the right route here. A popular starting point for hikes is, for example, the town square of Eferding. From there you can explore various trails and set off.
One of the best-known routes leads to Starhemberg Castle, which towers high above the town. The climb to the castle is a bit steep, but it is well worth the effort. From the top you have a breathtaking view over the entire surrounding area all the way to the Danube.
Another highlight are the so-called "Three Castle Hiking Trails". These lead past the castle ruins of Prandegg, Schaunberg and Clamberg - three impressive testimonies to times gone by. On these trails you can immerse yourself in history and enjoy beautiful views at the same time.
Hiking in Eferding is especially recommended during spring or autumn. At this time of year, nature shines in its full glory: flowering meadows, colourful leaves and pleasant temperatures make hiking an unforgettable experience.
There are also suitable hiking routes in Eferding for families with children. The nearby Hausruckwald forest, for example, offers many well-marked trails that even the youngest can manage. Here you can explore nature together and learn about flora and fauna in a playful way.
In summary, Eferding is a true paradise for hiking enthusiasts. The geographical location on the edge of the Hausruck Forest and the idyllic course of the Aschach River offer the best conditions for varied tours. Whether to Starhemberg Castle or along the Three Castles Hiking Trail - everyone will find their personal favourite route here. Especially in spring and autumn it is worthwhile to explore this beautiful region. And families with children also get their money's worth: numerous child-friendly hiking trails invite you to discover and marvel.
One of the best-known routes leads to Starhemberg Castle, which towers high above the town. The climb to the castle is a bit steep, but it is well worth the effort. From the top you have a breathtaking view over the entire surrounding area all the way to the Danube.
Another highlight are the so-called "Three Castle Hiking Trails". These lead past the castle ruins of Prandegg, Schaunberg and Clamberg - three impressive testimonies to times gone by. On these trails you can immerse yourself in history and enjoy beautiful views at the same time.
Hiking in Eferding is especially recommended during spring or autumn. At this time of year, nature shines in its full glory: flowering meadows, colourful leaves and pleasant temperatures make hiking an unforgettable experience.
There are also suitable hiking routes in Eferding for families with children. The nearby Hausruckwald forest, for example, offers many well-marked trails that even the youngest can manage. Here you can explore nature together and learn about flora and fauna in a playful way.
In summary, Eferding is a true paradise for hiking enthusiasts. The geographical location on the edge of the Hausruck Forest and the idyllic course of the Aschach River offer the best conditions for varied tours. Whether to Starhemberg Castle or along the Three Castles Hiking Trail - everyone will find their personal favourite route here. Especially in spring and autumn it is worthwhile to explore this beautiful region. And families with children also get their money's worth: numerous child-friendly hiking trails invite you to discover and marvel.
Find hikes in neighboring regions
AI-generated
The content was generated entirely by AI and published without meaningful human review or approval. more
Localization
Parts of this content were machine translated from German.

