Wolfern, an idyllic village in the district of Steyr-Land in Austria, offers numerous opportunities for hikes and walks. The geographical location of Wolfern is particularly charming, as it is situated at the foot of the Alpine foothills and surrounded by beautiful countryside.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Wolfern
Hiking Trail
· Steyr and the National Park Region
Graz-Cologne_K012 Steyr - St. Florian
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
30.2 km
7:53 h
253 m
320 m
The path runs on the reverse route of the Upper Austrian Mariazellerweg. From Steyr it goes via Christkindl through the Traunkreis to St. Florian.
Hiking Trail
· Upper Austrian Prealps
Long-distance trail 6 (Upper Austria), St. Florian - Steyr
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
28.7 km
9:00 h
344 m
344 m
The Mariazell long-distance trail 6 (Upper Austria) leads from Linz to Mariazell. The second stage described here covers the area from St. Florian to Steyr.
Hiking Trail
· Upper Austrian Prealps
Long-Distance Trail 9, Linz - Sierning
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
Stage 3
39.1 km
8:45 h
379 m
265 m
The long-distance hiking trail 9 (Salzsteig) leads from Bad Leonfelden in Upper Austria to Arnoldstein in Carinthia on the border with Italy. This stage runs from Linz, the capital of Upper Austria, to Sierning near Steyr.
Hiking Trail
· Linz region
OÖ Mariazellerweg - Linz - Steyr
Difficulty
easy
47.6 km
12:29 h
441 m
669 m
Traditional pilgrimage to Mariazell
Hiking Trail
· Linz region
OÖ Mariazellerweg über Lackenhof Tourenplanung 23-04-12
Difficulty
difficult
153.5 km
44:15 h
4,046 m
3,716 m
Pöstlingberg, St. Florian, Steyr, Maria Neustift, Lunz am See, Lackenhof, Feldwiesalm, Erlaufursprung, Erlaufsee, Mariazell
Hiking Trail
· Linz region
OÖ Mariazellerweg Start bis Maria Neustift 2023-04-13
Difficulty
difficult
72.3 km
20:10 h
1,503 m
1,541 m
Pöstlingberg, St. Florian, Steyr, Maria Neustift
Hiking Trail
· Traunsee-Almtal
Tag 36 | 31.7.21 - 100Jahr Wanderung: Pettenbach/Rankleiten - Steyr
61.6 km
16:15 h
687 m
755 m
Start in Pettenbach um 10.30 Uhr
Richtung Steyr über Christkindl/Unterhimmelau
Von Magdalenaberg fahren wir ein Stück mit dem Auto bzw. Öffis, da die Strecke sonst zu lange wäre
Hiking Trail
· Traunviertel
Wolfern Rundweg mit Aussichtsplattform 'Weißes Kreuz'
9.9 km
1:52 h
116 m
112 m
For nature lovers, there are a variety of hiking tours in Wolfern that are suitable for both experienced hikers and families with children. A popular starting point for hikes is the village centre of Wolfern itself. From here you can explore various routes and enjoy the beauty of the surroundings.
A recommendable hiking tour leads to the nearby Klaus reservoir. The path there leads through picturesque forests and past lush green meadows. Once at the reservoir, you have a breathtaking view of the clear water and the surrounding mountains. This tour is perfect for a relaxing walk with the family or even as a romantic getaway for two.
Another highlight in Wolfern is the Buchberg-Warteck Nature Park. Here there are various marked hiking trails that lead through a varied landscape - from dense forests to open fields with magnificent views over the Steyr Valley. The Buchberg-Warteck viewing platform is particularly impressive, offering a 360-degree view of the surrounding area.
The best seasons for hiking in Wolfern are spring and autumn. In these seasons the weather is pleasantly mild, nature comes to life or shows itself in the most beautiful colours of autumn. In summer it can get a bit hot due to the high temperatures, so it is recommended to hike early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
Wolfern thus offers a variety of options for hikes and walks. Whether you want to explore the Klaus reservoir or prefer to hike through the Buchberg-Warteck Nature Park - every hiking enthusiast will find his or her personal paradise here. So lace up your hiking boots and discover the fascinating landscape of Wolfern!
A recommendable hiking tour leads to the nearby Klaus reservoir. The path there leads through picturesque forests and past lush green meadows. Once at the reservoir, you have a breathtaking view of the clear water and the surrounding mountains. This tour is perfect for a relaxing walk with the family or even as a romantic getaway for two.
Another highlight in Wolfern is the Buchberg-Warteck Nature Park. Here there are various marked hiking trails that lead through a varied landscape - from dense forests to open fields with magnificent views over the Steyr Valley. The Buchberg-Warteck viewing platform is particularly impressive, offering a 360-degree view of the surrounding area.
The best seasons for hiking in Wolfern are spring and autumn. In these seasons the weather is pleasantly mild, nature comes to life or shows itself in the most beautiful colours of autumn. In summer it can get a bit hot due to the high temperatures, so it is recommended to hike early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
Wolfern thus offers a variety of options for hikes and walks. Whether you want to explore the Klaus reservoir or prefer to hike through the Buchberg-Warteck Nature Park - every hiking enthusiast will find his or her personal paradise here. So lace up your hiking boots and discover the fascinating landscape of Wolfern!
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