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Garsten, a small community in the district of Steyr-Land in Austria, is a true paradise for hiking enthusiasts. The geographical location of Garsten offers numerous opportunities for varied and exciting hiking tours.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Garsten
Hiking Trail
· Steyr and the National Park Region
Steyr Backland and back
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
29.7 km
9:33 h
1,254 m
1,254 m
From Steyr we hike the Kleine Hufeisenrunde and return via the Damberg to the starting point.
Hiking Trail
· Steyr and the National Park Region
From Garsten to the Anton Schosser Hut
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
Stage 1
32.4 km
11:20 h
1,978 m
1,141 m
From the large cities in the Alpine foothills, you hike over increasingly higher elevations into the Alps. Huts and paths of the alpine clubs support us in our endeavors.
Hiking Trail
· Steyr and the National Park Region
Mühlbach route on the border between Garsten and Laussa
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
9.8 km
3:10 h
461 m
460 m
On the Mühlbach route along the border between Garsten and Laussa, not only several hills are climbed, but also chapels and an old mill are visited.
Hiking Trail
· Steyr and the National Park Region
From Steyr over the Damberg and back
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
16 km
4:55 h
519 m
519 m
The Damberg can be explored and climbed from Steyr via various routes. This variant leads via the Windloch to the Dambergwarte and back via path no. 467.
Hiking Trail
· Steyr and the National Park Region
Graz-Cologne_K012 Steyr - St. Florian
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
30.2 km
7:53 h
253 m
320 m
The path runs on the reverse route of the Upper Austrian Mariazellerweg. From Steyr it goes via Christkindl through the Traunkreis to St. Florian.
Hiking Trail
· Mostviertel
Graz-Cologne_K011 Konradsheim - Steyr
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
33.2 km
10:22 h
1,179 m
1,497 m
On the Upper Austrian Mariazellerweg in the opposite direction: from Rudolfsheim via Maria Neustift to Spadenberg, the last 1000 meter summit. From the observation tower at Damberg, there is a great panoramic view over the foothills of the Alps. Then the path leads down to St. Ulrich and Steyr.
Hiking Trail
· Upper Austrian Prealps
Dambergwarte and Elisabethwarte of Steyr
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
difficult
Stage
30.5 km
9:20 h
1,095 m
1,095 m
A visit to the Dambergwarte located in eastern Upper Austria can be combined with an extensive hike visiting the Elisabethwarte located in western Lower Austria.
Hiking Trail
· Steyr and the National Park Region
Through the Steyr hinterland from Garsten through the Saaßer forest and Rosenegger Au
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
14.7 km
4:00 h
220 m
215 m
A hike through a well-maintained cultural landscape in the Steyr surroundings between the Enns and Steyr valleys with views of the industrial history.
Hiking Trail
· Steyr and the National Park Region
From Garsten via Windloch to Damberg to Steyr
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
15.4 km
4:45 h
538 m
535 m
On good paths over Damberg, Steyr's local mountain with a lookout tower, and past a small cave around which several legends and tales revolve.
Hiking Trail
· Steyr (Stadt)
Damberg lookout from Steyr
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
15 km
4:45 h
556 m
556 m
A 36m high, three-legged wooden tower adorns the Damberg, which offers a wide panoramic view of the foothills and the Alpine foothills. It is easily accessible from Steyr even without a car.
The special feature of the region lies above all in its diversity. From gentle hills to steep mountain peaks - every hiker will find the right route here. The landscape presents itself picturesquely with lush green meadows, dense forests and clear mountain streams.
For all nature enthusiasts, there are several tourist attractions to discover along the hiking routes in Garsten. An absolute highlight is Lamberg Castle, which towers majestically over the town and offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding landscape. Also worth seeing is the Garsten Monastery, a historical jewel with impressive architecture.
The best seasons for hiking in Garsten are spring and autumn. In these months, nature shines in the most beautiful colours and the pleasant climate invites you to go on extensive tours. In summer, on the other hand, it can get very hot, which is why you should rather hike early in the morning or late in the evening.
There are many different places in Garsten where you can go on wonderful hikes. One popular route, for example, leads from the centre of the village to the Frauenstein pilgrimage church on the mountain of the same name. The ascent is somewhat demanding, but is rewarded with a fantastic panoramic view.
There are also great hiking opportunities for families with children in Garsten. A particularly child-friendly hiking trail is the "Garsten Waterfall" nature discovery trail. Here the little ones can playfully explore nature while marvelling at the impressive waterfall.
All in all, the hikes in Garsten offer a perfect combination of sporting activity and idyllic natural landscape. No matter whether you are travelling alone or together with the family - everyone will find their own personal favourite route here. So lace up your hiking boots and discover the fascinating surroundings of Garsten!
For all nature enthusiasts, there are several tourist attractions to discover along the hiking routes in Garsten. An absolute highlight is Lamberg Castle, which towers majestically over the town and offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding landscape. Also worth seeing is the Garsten Monastery, a historical jewel with impressive architecture.
The best seasons for hiking in Garsten are spring and autumn. In these months, nature shines in the most beautiful colours and the pleasant climate invites you to go on extensive tours. In summer, on the other hand, it can get very hot, which is why you should rather hike early in the morning or late in the evening.
There are many different places in Garsten where you can go on wonderful hikes. One popular route, for example, leads from the centre of the village to the Frauenstein pilgrimage church on the mountain of the same name. The ascent is somewhat demanding, but is rewarded with a fantastic panoramic view.
There are also great hiking opportunities for families with children in Garsten. A particularly child-friendly hiking trail is the "Garsten Waterfall" nature discovery trail. Here the little ones can playfully explore nature while marvelling at the impressive waterfall.
All in all, the hikes in Garsten offer a perfect combination of sporting activity and idyllic natural landscape. No matter whether you are travelling alone or together with the family - everyone will find their own personal favourite route here. So lace up your hiking boots and discover the fascinating surroundings of Garsten!
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