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Lockenhaus, a charming little town in the district of Oberpullendorf in Austria, is not only known for its impressive castle, but also for the diverse hiking opportunities in the surrounding area. The geographical location of Lockenhaus offers a picturesque backdrop of rolling hills and green meadows that attracts hiking enthusiasts from all over the world.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Lockenhaus
Hiking Trail
· Mittelburgenland-Rosalia
Lockenhaus - Margaretenwarte
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
11 km
3:05 h
364 m
364 m
A beautiful hike in the nature park community of Lockenhaus to the Margaretenwarte.
Hiking Trail
· Koszegi-hegység
Írott-kő – Kőszeg (First day of OKT hike)
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
easy
Open
13.1 km
3:30 h
220 m
825 m
By the time we step onto the first section of the National Blue Trail, we have already passed the more difficult half of the hike. We first climb up to the "roof of Transdanubia," Írott-kő, from where we then descend to Kőszeg across the Kőszeg Mountains.
Endurance Hike
· Alpokalja
Csúcsra Velem! performance hike
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
Open
14.6 km
4:30 h
694 m
694 m
The Csúcsra Velem! performance hike is one of the circular routes of the Csillagtúrázz Velem! performance hikes, starting from Velem and reaching Írott-kő, passing by the most spectacular rocks and caves of the Kőszegi Mountains, then descending back to the village. Although the route is only 14.5 km long, it features an elevation gain of 734 meters!
Hiking Trail
· Suedburgenland
Schönau, Bremsberg, Great Hirschenstein, Erdödygraben
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
19.7 km
6:00 h
610 m
610 m
Beech-forested route between Schönau near Schlaining and the Great Hirschenstein.
Hiking Trail
· Alpokalja
alpannonia® Hard - Uphill
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
12 km
3:52 h
527 m
530 m
On this alpannonia® Hard route, we encounter two checkpoints. This is a massive strain on the hiker's muscles, as in the first stage we face more than 500 m of elevation gain in less than 6 km. Our efforts are rewarded with beautiful views from the Írottkő lookout (884m), the highest point of Transdanubia...Tour passports and more information about the alpannonia® Hard circular routes can be found on the naturpark.hu/alpannonia®túrázó website.
Hiking Trail
· Austria
Geschriebenstein
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
15 km
5:01 h
950 m
950 m
From the Rechnitz-Boszok border crossing along the state border up to the Geschriebenstein, on December 10, 2019.
Endurance Hike
· Koszegi-hegység
Jurisics endurance hikes - 30 km
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
31.4 km
8:00 h
914 m
914 m
The second longest section of the route does not miss the peak of Transdanubia, the Írott-kő lookout. It also takes you to the charming villages of Hegyalja: the sights of Cák, Velem, and Bozsok are also on the way. And the fresh spring nature: mountains and valleys, great panoramas, beautiful forests - and the magnificent paths of the Kőszeg Mountains.
Hiking Trail
The shortest circular route to Írott-kő
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
Open
5.4 km
1:45 h
251 m
251 m
The easiest and shortest circular route to Írott-kő from the Hungarian side can be done even with small children.
Hiking Trail
· Koszegi-hegység
From Velem to Írott-kő
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Open
11.2 km
3:50 h
640 m
640 m
Along atmospheric stream valleys, springs, green slate rock formations, and promenades, we climb to the highest point of Transdanubia, then descend back through Szent Vid Hill to Velem.
Hiking Trail
Over the Kalapos-kövek to Írott-kő
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
Open
15.5 km
5:10 h
748 m
748 m
The circular route starting from Bozsok, balancing along the state border, boasts unique sights such as the Kalapos-kövek and the caves opening from them, as well as the lookout on Írott-kő, which was inaccessible for decades. Although the ascent to the peak requires a fair amount of effort, the panoramic view rewarding us from there makes all the fatigue forgotten.
One of the most popular hiking tours in Lockenhaus leads to the idyllic Lackenbach Castle. This route leads through beautiful landscapes and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding area. The trail is well marked and is suitable for both experienced hikers and families with children.
Another highlight is the hike to the Landsee castle ruins. This historic site exudes a very special charm and gives visitors an insight into times gone by. The route there leads along a beautiful forest path and rewards hikers with a fantastic view over the entire valley.
For nature lovers, there are also numerous opportunities for hiking in the Geschriebenstein-Írottkő Nature Park. Here you can hike along various trails and discover rare plant species as well as observe a variety of bird species.
The best seasons for hiking in Lockenhaus are spring and autumn, when the weather is pleasantly mild and nature shows its most beautiful colours. In summer it can get quite hot, so it is advisable to hike early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid the heat.
There are special hiking trails in the Lockenhaus area for families with children. These are well signposted and offer child-friendly activities along the way, such as playgrounds or informative boards about flora and fauna.
Overall, Lockenhaus offers a variety of beautiful hiking opportunities for nature lovers and history buffs alike. The picturesque landscape, historical sights and family-friendly routes make hiking in Lockenhaus an unforgettable experience. So lace up your hiking boots and explore the enchanting nature around this charming little town!
Another highlight is the hike to the Landsee castle ruins. This historic site exudes a very special charm and gives visitors an insight into times gone by. The route there leads along a beautiful forest path and rewards hikers with a fantastic view over the entire valley.
For nature lovers, there are also numerous opportunities for hiking in the Geschriebenstein-Írottkő Nature Park. Here you can hike along various trails and discover rare plant species as well as observe a variety of bird species.
The best seasons for hiking in Lockenhaus are spring and autumn, when the weather is pleasantly mild and nature shows its most beautiful colours. In summer it can get quite hot, so it is advisable to hike early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid the heat.
There are special hiking trails in the Lockenhaus area for families with children. These are well signposted and offer child-friendly activities along the way, such as playgrounds or informative boards about flora and fauna.
Overall, Lockenhaus offers a variety of beautiful hiking opportunities for nature lovers and history buffs alike. The picturesque landscape, historical sights and family-friendly routes make hiking in Lockenhaus an unforgettable experience. So lace up your hiking boots and explore the enchanting nature around this charming little town!
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