The district of Perg in Austria offers a variety of beautiful hikes for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. With its favourable geographical location in the Mühlviertel, between the rivers Danube and Naarn, the district is rich in scenic diversity and impressive sights.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Perg
Hiking Trail
· Mühlviertler Alm - Freistadt
Stoakraftweg start and finish in Bad Zell
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
difficult
48.9 km
14:20 h
1,561 m
1,558 m
A 48km long hike in the heart of the Mühlviertel Nature Park. Designed as a 2 or 3-day hiking tour.
Hiking Trail
· Grein
The Cozy One - Strudengauer 9er (Stage 2)
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
13.7 km
3:45 h
277 m
277 m
The route for young and old is stroller-friendly up to the climb to the Gobelwarte near the Kren Chapel. It offers the opportunity to explore the diverse Mühlviertel hilly landscape, take a look around the region, and enjoy it.
Hiking Trail
· Grein
The Challenging - Strudengauer 9er (Stage 3)
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
10.2 km
3:45 h
491 m
491 m
For experienced hikers, the most challenging stage of the Strudengauer 9er offers spectacular rock formations and alpine sections. The summit route over the Gipfelstein to the Brandstetterkogel is well known to adventurers in the region.
Hiking Trail
· Grein
The Strudengauer 9er - entire route
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
difficult
42.2 km
13:00 h
1,387 m
1,387 m
Strudengauer 9er - a hiking marathon on both sides of the Danube through 9 communities. An experience hike from stone to stone with Marienstein, Mondstein, Frauenstein, Gobelwarte and Gipfelstein with a beautiful panorama over Grein and the Strudengau.
Hiking Trail
· Grein
The Mystical - Strudengauer 9er (Stage 1)
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
18.5 km
5:30 h
552 m
552 m
On the first stage of the Strudengauer 9er, brave adventurers walk in the footsteps of our ancestors. The special energy surrounding three significant stones – Marienstein, Mondstein, and Frauenstein – has inspired the imagination and superstition of the local residents for centuries and has given rise to countless legends.
Hiking Trail
· Danube Upper Austria
Runnersfun Runde BK2 - Curhaus Bad Kreuzen
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
3.9 km
1:00 h
105 m
105 m
Hiking, Nordic walking, and running route from the spa park Bad Kreuzen
Hiking Trail
· Danube Upper Austria
Oberdörfl Loop BK3 - Curhaus Bad Kreuzen
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
7.4 km
2:00 h
250 m
250 m
Hiking, Nordic walking, and running route from Curhaus Bad Kreuzen.
Hiking Trail
· Danube Upper Austria
Thomastal Runde BK4 - Curhaus Bad Kreuzen
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
5.9 km
1:45 h
195 m
195 m
Hiking, Nordic walking, and running route from Curpark Bad Kreuzen
Hiking Trail
· Bad Kreuzen
Wolf Gorge gorge forest
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
8.7 km
3:00 h
353 m
347 m
Wolf Gorge with gorge forest (primeval forest)
Hiking Trail
· Mühlviertler Alm - Freistadt
Bärenlucke, Zigeunermauer, Bucklwehluck'n; St. Thomas am Blasenstein
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
9.3 km
2:30 h
440 m
440 m
Circular hike over three peaks and to a so-called "power place" in the Mühlviertel, near St. Thomas am Blasenstein in Upper Austria.
One of the most popular hiking routes in the district of Perg leads along the Donausteig, a long-distance hiking trail that stretches over 450 kilometres and offers breathtaking views of the Danube. This route is particularly well suited for experienced hikers or those who want to tackle a longer distance. For families with children, however, there are also shorter tours along the trail that lead through rolling hills and picturesque villages.
Another highlight are the numerous hiking opportunities around the Kalkalpen National Park. Here you will find untouched nature and an abundance of animal and plant species. Particularly recommended is the "Wilderness Trail", a circular route through the heart of the National Park with spectacular vantage points.
For the adventurous, there is the option of a summit climb on the Hochkarstein or the Plattenberg. From there you have a breathtaking view of the surrounding countryside as well as the nearby Alps.
The best seasons for hiking in the district of Perg are spring and autumn, when the weather is pleasantly mild and the landscape shines in the most beautiful colours. In summer, on the other hand, it can get very hot, so you should take enough water with you and plan your tours early in the morning or late in the evening.
Overall, the district of Perg offers a variety of hiking options for every taste and fitness level. From easy walks along the Donausteig trail to challenging summit climbs in the Kalkalpen National Park, there is something for everyone. So lace up your hiking boots and explore the fascinating landscape of the Perg district!
Another highlight are the numerous hiking opportunities around the Kalkalpen National Park. Here you will find untouched nature and an abundance of animal and plant species. Particularly recommended is the "Wilderness Trail", a circular route through the heart of the National Park with spectacular vantage points.
For the adventurous, there is the option of a summit climb on the Hochkarstein or the Plattenberg. From there you have a breathtaking view of the surrounding countryside as well as the nearby Alps.
The best seasons for hiking in the district of Perg are spring and autumn, when the weather is pleasantly mild and the landscape shines in the most beautiful colours. In summer, on the other hand, it can get very hot, so you should take enough water with you and plan your tours early in the morning or late in the evening.
Overall, the district of Perg offers a variety of hiking options for every taste and fitness level. From easy walks along the Donausteig trail to challenging summit climbs in the Kalkalpen National Park, there is something for everyone. So lace up your hiking boots and explore the fascinating landscape of the Perg district!
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