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Hikes in Geras

Lower Austria,Austria

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In Geras, a small town in the district of Horn in Austria, there are numerous opportunities for hikes and walks. The geographical location of Geras is particularly attractive: the village is nestled in the middle of the picturesque Waldviertel and thus offers an ideal starting point for extensive tours through nature.

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The 10 most beautiful hikes in Geras

Church and cemetery in Drosendorf-Altstadt
Hiking Trail · Waldviertel
07 Eastern Austria Border Trail, E09: Drosendorf - Langau
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate Stage 9
18.4 km
4:45 h
215 m
183 m
In Drosendorf, the Thaya leaves us towards Czechia, and we will meet it again only in Hardegg. The landscape becomes flatter and more open, almost resembling the Weinviertel – but it will take some time to get there. The highlight of this stage is the Geras Abbey.
Hiking Trail · Waldviertel
07 Eastern Austrian Borderland Trail GLW032 Geras - Eibenstein
recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 32
21.5 km
5:45 h
277 m
368 m
This path follows the long-distance trail 07 - Eastern Austrian Borderland Trail in a south-north direction. The total length of the Eastern Austrian Borderland Trail is about 700 km and ends at Nebelstein in the Waldviertel region.
Castle Ruegers (Riegersburg)
Hiking Trail · Waldviertel
07 East Austrian Borderland Trail GLW031 Hardegg - Geras
recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 31
22.2 km
5:50 h
348 m
160 m
This route follows the long-distance trail 07 - East Austrian Borderland Trail in a south-north direction. The total length of the East Austrian Borderland Trail is about 700 km and ends at Nebelstein in the Waldviertel.
Photo: Archive Waldviertel Tourismus; Photo: Reinhard Mandl
Hiking Trail · Waldviertel
Biriweg
recommended route Difficulty moderate
23.3 km
7:00 h
185 m
185 m
Photo: Archive Waldviertel Tourismus; Photo: Reinhard Mandl
Hiking Trail · Waldviertel
Fugnitzbergweg
recommended route Difficulty easy
8.2 km
2:00 h
89 m
89 m
Photo: Archive Waldviertel Tourismus; Photo: Reinhard Mandl
Hiking Trail · Waldviertel
Edlerseeweg
recommended route Difficulty easy
6.3 km
1:30 h
86 m
86 m
The Edlersee offers relaxation: a large, tree-lined meadow with play stations, a beach volleyball court, mini golf and a shallow beach for bathers. Fishermen try their luck on the other shore, while an inn and campsite complete the offer.
Photo: Archive Waldviertel Tourismus; Photo: Reinhard Mandl
Hiking Trail · Waldviertel
Kirchbergweg
recommended route Difficulty easy
3.7 km
1:30 h
28 m
28 m
Japons bioenergy village adventure trail
Hiking Trail · Waldviertel
Erlebnisrundweg Bioenergiedorf Japons
recommended route Difficulty easy
3.8 km
1:00 h
60 m
59 m
At dawn in Kollmitz
Hiking Trail · Waldviertel
From Raabs to the reservoir of Frain (Czech Republic)
recommended route Difficulty difficult
38.8 km
8:00 h
529 m
621 m
Over the Silbersteig to Eibenstein, then a section on the "Steinbruchweg", Zistersdorf, Finstermühle, Kottaun, Langau, border crossing to the Czech Republic, in Schaffer (Safov) a detour to the impressive Jewish cemetery is highly recommended - from Safov somewhat monotonous on country roads to the picturesque Frain Castle and through the town to the reservoir.
According to the weather forecast, the fog was supposed to clear up today. It was true, but only at the destination in Pulkau!
Hiking Trail · Waldviertel
From Raabs to Pulkau
Difficulty difficult
44.3 km
9:00 h
609 m
764 m
From Raabs to Radl, past the wind turbines and through the "Sass" and several forests. Ludweishofen, Harth, Röhrawiesen are only touched. Therasburg - unfortunately not open for viewing - , Neudegg ruins, Bronze Age burial mounds, and the Devil's Wall near Pulkau are the highlights of this hike.
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One of the most beautiful hiking routes, for example, leads along the idyllic Geras pond. This body of water is considered one of the largest contiguous fish pond areas in Europe and impresses with its unique flora and fauna. On the path around the pond you can not only enjoy the beautiful landscape, but also observe various animal species.

A hike to the Krahuletz ruins is also particularly recommended. This medieval castle complex is enthroned on a hill above Geras and offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire surrounding area. A visit to the ruins is especially worthwhile at sunset - then the warm light bathes the historic walls in a very special ambience.

For families with children, on the other hand, the circular path around the castle pond is best suited. Here, little adventurers can quench their thirst for discovery and at the same time playfully explore nature. Along the way there are several stations with interactive elements where knowledge about flora and fauna is imparted.

The best season for hiking in Geras is certainly spring, when nature awakens from its winter sleep and everything shines in lush green. But also in autumn the region shows its most beautiful side - then the leaves turn colourful and give the landscape a very special charm.

All in all, Geras offers a variety of attractive hiking opportunities for nature lovers of all ages. Whether along the Geras pond, to the Krahuletz ruins or around the castle pond - every hiking enthusiast will find their personal paradise here. So lace up your hiking boots and explore the beautiful surroundings of Geras!

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