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Hikes in Schaerding
Upper Austria,Austria
In the district of Schärding in Austria there are numerous opportunities for hiking and walking. The region is characterised by its picturesque landscape, charming villages and historical sights.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Schaerding
Hiking Trail
· Danube Upper Austria
Jochenstein circuit 15 km, 500 m ascent
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
moderate
15.5 km
5:00 h
700 m
700 m
Interesting and varied circular route in the upper Danube Valley.
Hiking Trail
· Danube Upper Austria
Burgstall ruins (Harchheim) in the small Kößlbachtal, upper Danube valley
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
5.1 km
2:10 h
300 m
300 m
Rather easy, short hike from the Danube valley in the nature reserve of the small Kößlbachtal.
Hiking Trail
· Engelhartszell
Haugstein 895 m via Way of the Cross and Godererkogel, Sauwald
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
8.2 km
1:55 h
315 m
315 m
Short route to the highest summit of the Innviertel in the Sauwald.
Hiking Trail
· Danube Upper Austria
Graz-Cologne_K018 Schardenberg - Gaishofen
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
24.4 km
6:26 h
269 m
505 m
We walk from Schardenberg (Upper Austria) along the pilgrimage route "VIA NOVA" to the bishop city of Passau. The "VIA NOVA" leads from the Czech Republic to St. Wolfgang on Wolfgangsee in Salzburg. Then we hike to St. Korona, located on the high plateau between the Danube and Ilz, and turn back to the Danube valley, where we follow the cycle path to Gaishofen.
We cross the Austrian-German border on this route. Even within the Schengen states, you need a valid identity document: passport or identity card!
Hiking Trail
· Danube Upper Austria
Graz-Cologne_K017 St. Aegidi - Schardenberg
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
26.7 km
7:31 h
579 m
636 m
This route takes us through the original area of the Sauwald. Today we follow almost exclusively the marking of the European long-distance path E10 or the Austrian long-distance path 10A.
Hiking Trail
· Danube Upper Austria
Graz-Cologne_K016 Schlögen - St. Aegidi
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
13.8 km
4:01 h
346 m
30 m
From the Schlögener Schlinge the Danube cycle path leads us upstream on the left bank of the Danube to the bridge in Niederranna. There we ascend about 250 m to the eastern edge of the Sauwald with the European long-distance path, the Austrian long-distance path, and the Rupertiweg. From Nittelbach we branch off north on a variant of the Rupertiweg to St. Aegidi.
Hiking Trail
· Danube Upper Austria
10 Rupertiweg, E04: Andorf – Haag am Hausruck
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
Stage 4
31.7 km
8:00 h
411 m
226 m
The further route is now determined by the Pram, which we follow broadly upstream to its source area in the mountain region of the Hausruck.
Hiking Trail
· Danube Upper Austria
10 Rupertiweg, E03: Oberkappel - Andorf
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
Stage 3
39 km
9:45 h
645 m
811 m
After crossing the Danube, a beautiful hike through Innviertel and Hausruck awaits.
Hiking Trail
· Kopfing im Innkreis
Kopfing: Blick ins Land No. 3
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
15.5 km
4:30 h
366 m
366 m
Kopfing village center - Canopy walkway area - Feichtberg - Ameisberg with Hochholzstein - Ach quarry - Neukirchendorf - Dobl - Götzenberg - Kopfing village center
Hiking Trail
· Danube Upper Austria
Ameisberg 732m
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
moderate
4.1 km
1:30 h
120 m
120 m
Unassuming small mountain hike to a prehistoric cult site in the Sauwald.
The district of Schärding is located in the Innviertel region of Upper Austria and borders on Germany. It stretches along the Inn River and thus offers a varied topography with rolling hills, dense forests and idyllic river landscapes.
The town of Schärding itself, which is known for its colourful old town, is particularly worth seeing. Here you can stroll leisurely through narrow alleys, admire magnificent town houses or enjoy a coffee in the town square.
A popular hiking route leads along the banks of the Inn River from Schärding to Passau. On this section of the Danube Trail, you can experience an impressive river landscape with steep rock faces and wide views over the Inn.
The Sauwald Panorama Trail also offers great views of the hilly surrounding countryside as well as the nearby Bavarian Forest. This circular trail leads through sparse forests, past small lakes and idyllic villages such as Andorf or Raab.
For families, the Kopfing treetop trail in the nearby district of Braunau am Inn is particularly suitable. There, children can playfully explore the forest and walk along the 1 km long path high up among the treetops.
The best seasons for hiking in the district of Schärding are spring and autumn. During these months, the weather is usually pleasantly mild and nature shows itself from its most beautiful side.
Overall, the district of Schärding offers a variety of diverse hiking opportunities, both for experienced hikers and for families with children. The scenic diversity, historical sights and charming villages make this region an attractive destination for nature lovers and those seeking relaxation.
The town of Schärding itself, which is known for its colourful old town, is particularly worth seeing. Here you can stroll leisurely through narrow alleys, admire magnificent town houses or enjoy a coffee in the town square.
A popular hiking route leads along the banks of the Inn River from Schärding to Passau. On this section of the Danube Trail, you can experience an impressive river landscape with steep rock faces and wide views over the Inn.
The Sauwald Panorama Trail also offers great views of the hilly surrounding countryside as well as the nearby Bavarian Forest. This circular trail leads through sparse forests, past small lakes and idyllic villages such as Andorf or Raab.
For families, the Kopfing treetop trail in the nearby district of Braunau am Inn is particularly suitable. There, children can playfully explore the forest and walk along the 1 km long path high up among the treetops.
The best seasons for hiking in the district of Schärding are spring and autumn. During these months, the weather is usually pleasantly mild and nature shows itself from its most beautiful side.
Overall, the district of Schärding offers a variety of diverse hiking opportunities, both for experienced hikers and for families with children. The scenic diversity, historical sights and charming villages make this region an attractive destination for nature lovers and those seeking relaxation.
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