Unken, an idyllic village in the Zell am See district of Austria, is a true paradise for hiking enthusiasts. With its breathtaking geographical location and numerous tourist attractions, it attracts countless visitors every year.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Unken
Hiking Trail
· Berchtesgadener Land
Mountain hike to Wagendrischelhorn on the Reiter Alm
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Difficulty
T4
difficult
9.8 km
5:30 h
775 m
775 m
Solitary paths on the Reiter Alm
Fascinating rocky wilderness above the extensive high plateau of the Reiter Alm.
Hiking Trail
· Berchtesgaden Alps
Hike to the Großer Weitschartenkopf above the Reiter Alm
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Difficulty
T2
moderate
3.3 km
2:00 h
425 m
425 m
Home summit of the Neue Traunsteiner Hut
Relaxed route with a perfect view of the peak world of the Reiter Alm.
Hiking Trail
· Chiemgau Alps
Sonntagshorn (1961 m)
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
12.8 km
5:00 h
980 m
980 m
Technically easy mountain hike to the highest summit of the Chiemgau Alps
Hiking Trail
· Unken
The Gsengsteig in Unken
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
6.9 km
2:00 h
53 m
53 m
THE SUNNY GSENGSTEIG CONNECTS THE TOWN OF UNKEN WITH THE STEINPASS AND CASUALLY TELLS ABOUT THE PLAGUE, FORESTRY, AND CULINARY DELIGHTS.
Hiking Trail
· Salzburger Saalachtal
Großer Bruder & Großer Weitschartenkopf
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
14.6 km
6:30 h
1,434 m
1,434 m
Over the Alpasteig to the Old Traunsteiner Hut and from there first to the Großer Bruder and then to the Großer Weitschartenkopf, over the New Traunsteiner Hut back down the Alpasteig to the starting point
Hiking Trail
· Berchtesgadener Land
Aschauer Klamm
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
15.1 km
5:32 h
745 m
745 m
The Aschauerklamm is passable from Haiderhof through the gorge to the junction to Oberjettenberg, then along the Forsstraße continuing to the Aschauer Klause. The path then leads on to Reith/Austria.
Hiking Trail
· Salzburger Saalachtal
The alpine pasture above Heutal - hike to the Wildalm
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
6.8 km
1:45 h
614 m
547 m
Hike from Heutal in Unken to the Wildalm. Beautiful circular route with culinary stop. Ascent via Wildalmsteig with beautiful stone figures. Return via the piste.
Hiking Trail
· Salzburger Saalachtal
On old smuggler paths to the Staubfall waterfall
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
Open
2.5 km
0:50 h
92 m
93 m
Hike from Heutal to the Staubfall waterfall and back.
Hiking Trail
· Salzburger Saalachtal
PINZGA HATSCHA Stage 15 (from Lofer to Unken)
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Stage 15
25.8 km
8:00 h
960 m
1,050 m
The 15th stage of the long-distance hiking route Pinzga Hatscha leads from Lofer via the Almenwelt Lofer to Unken.
Hiking Trail
PINZGA HATSCHA Stage 1 (from Unken to St. Martin)
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
Stage 1
Open
22 km
8:30 h
1,500 m
1,400 m
The 1st stage of the long-distance hike Pinzga Hatscha starts in Unken and ends in St. Martin near Lofer.
The Unken region offers a variety of beautiful hiking tours that will delight both beginners and experienced hikers. Whether you're on your own or hiking with the whole family, everyone will find their perfect trail here.
A popular starting point for hikes in Unken is the Weißbach Nature Park. Here you will find a variety of well-marked hiking trails and routes that lead through picturesque forests and along sparkling streams. The landscape is simply breathtaking and always offers impressive views of the surrounding mountains.
The hiking routes to Alpengasthof Lochenstein or Kallbrunnalm are particularly recommended. These two places not only offer a magnificent view of the surrounding mountains, but also cosy places to stop for a snack in between.
The Heutal adventure mountain is particularly suitable for families with children. Here children can not only run around to their heart's content, but also explore exciting discovery trails and playfully get to know their surroundings.
The best seasons for hiking in Unken are spring and summer. During this time, the meadows shine in lush green and the mountain peaks are often still covered in snow. In autumn, on the other hand, a walk through the colourful foliage is ideal, while in winter snowshoe hikes are a special challenge.
All in all, Unken is a true Eldorado for nature and hiking lovers with its numerous hiking trails and routes. No matter whether you are on your own or hiking in the company of family or friends, everyone will find their personal piece of happiness here in the untouched nature of Salzburger Land.
A popular starting point for hikes in Unken is the Weißbach Nature Park. Here you will find a variety of well-marked hiking trails and routes that lead through picturesque forests and along sparkling streams. The landscape is simply breathtaking and always offers impressive views of the surrounding mountains.
The hiking routes to Alpengasthof Lochenstein or Kallbrunnalm are particularly recommended. These two places not only offer a magnificent view of the surrounding mountains, but also cosy places to stop for a snack in between.
The Heutal adventure mountain is particularly suitable for families with children. Here children can not only run around to their heart's content, but also explore exciting discovery trails and playfully get to know their surroundings.
The best seasons for hiking in Unken are spring and summer. During this time, the meadows shine in lush green and the mountain peaks are often still covered in snow. In autumn, on the other hand, a walk through the colourful foliage is ideal, while in winter snowshoe hikes are a special challenge.
All in all, Unken is a true Eldorado for nature and hiking lovers with its numerous hiking trails and routes. No matter whether you are on your own or hiking in the company of family or friends, everyone will find their personal piece of happiness here in the untouched nature of Salzburger Land.
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