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Dürrenstein (summit)

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South of Lake Lunz, the 1,878 m high Dürrenstein offers one of the most untouched landscapes in Lower Austria, with the Rothwald, the largest primeval forest in Central Europe, at the northern foot of the mountain. Thanks to the "Dürrenstein Wilderness Area" project, a large part of the area has been placed under nature protection, allowing a variety of eastern alpine animal and plant species to thrive undisturbed. Visitors are only permitted to visit these areas on guided hikes so as not to disturb the ecosystem. Away from the nature reserve, however, the Dürrenstein and Noten peaks as well as the Großer Hühnerkogel and Kleiner Hirzeck can be hiked and discovered in a variety of ways: The routes captivate with charming karst formations, exciting caves and rich flora and fauna. If you climb to the summit, it is best to spend the night in the Ybbstalerhütte, which offers plenty of space and excellent food for an extensive rest.

Recommended hiking routes:

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Coordinates

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47.785300, 15.059700
DMS
47°47'07.1"N 15°03'34.9"E
UTM
33T 504471 5292439
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