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Josefweg

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    You will encounter the namesake Josef repeatedly along the way, as the church patron, on altar paintings and statues.
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    Distance 62.3 km
    19:20 h
    2,329 m
    2,330 m
    1,023 m
    443 m

    It accompanies the hiker as a companion for all those seeking rest and reflection. Along the way, spiritual impulses encourage the walker to pause. These three daily stages of 7 hours, 5 hours, and 8 hours provide enough time to come a bit closer to the destination and also to oneself in the unique landscape of the Attersee - Traunsee Nature Park.

    More information can be found at www.josefweg-salzkammergut.at 

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    At Gmundnerberg you have a wonderful view of the mountain panorama of the region - don't forget your camera!

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    1,023 m
    Lowest point
    443 m
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    Safety information

    In winter, the Josefweg is not passable!

    Tips and suggestions

    The most beautiful seasons for the spiritual hike are spring and autumn.

    Due to limited accommodation options, please reserve rooms in advance! Guided hikes with the initiator and pilgrimage guide can be booked at the Altmünster tourist office.

    Roadbook

    The starting point is the Altmünster Parish Church. From there, the route goes over Grasberg with a wonderful view of Lake Traunsee and Traunstein, to the church of St. Josef in Reindlmühl. Then on over Hongar to Gahberg, with a magnificent view of Lake Attersee and the surrounding mountains. Upon arrival in Weyregg, you can end the first day stage by the turquoise-blue lake. The next morning, the route begins with the Weyregg Wasserroas trail. Over Bramhosen and Praterstern, you now head towards Großalm, where the 2nd day stage ends. Calls to the Traunstein Taxi Central come in until 7 p.m., which you can take daily until 8 p.m. to Altmünster if you don't find accommodation here. On call at +43 50 422 1691, it runs hourly at a favorable fixed price.

    With a view of the Höllengebirge, the 3rd and final stage starts, going over the beautiful Way of the Cross to the Richtberg-Taferl chapel. Here you can visibly enjoy the restorative healing power of the forest. Following the path of the Way of the Cross towards Reindlmühl, you come to the church of St. Josef a second time. On the last stretch of the Josefweg, a breathtaking panorama of the crystal-clear Traunsee accompanies the hiker at Gmundnerberg before returning to the starting point in Altmünster.

    Public transport

    Public-transport-friendly

    From Altmünster station, it is 1.4 km on foot to the starting point, Altmünster Parish Church. Or take the Traunsee taxi to the Altmünster school center. From here it is only a few steps to the parish church.

    Shuttle service

    The Traunsee taxi takes you under the phone number 050 422 422 from Monday to Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. to your destination at reasonable prices (route Taferlklaussee - Altmünster)! Information is available at the tourist offices of the Traunsee holiday region, as well as at www.traunseetaxi.at

    Parking

    For arrival by car, there is a parking lot on the main road opposite the Traunsee campsite.

    Coordinates

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    47.901352, 13.764791
    DMS
    47°54'04.9"N 13°45'53.2"E
    UTM
    33T 407684 5306074
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    Equipment

    Orientation aids:

    • Hiking map
    • Altmünster town map

    Provision during the hike:

    • Snack (few businesses/shopping opportunities along the way)
    • Enough fluids to drink (recommendation 3 liters per person/day)
    • Pocket knife

    Equipment:

    • Hiking boots (not new ones recommended)
    • Rain protection
    • Sun protection (sunscreen and glasses, cap)
    • Hiking poles
    • First aid kit
    • Toiletries (don't forget: personal medication, plasters, etc.)
    • Clothing (functional shirt, trekking socks, etc.)
    • Cell phone with full battery and charger (note: no reception in the Großalm area!)

    Accommodation absolutely reserve in advance, since they are mainly private landlords/family businesses.

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    Parts of this content were machine translated from German.

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    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    62.3 km
    Duration
    19:20 h
    Ascent
    2,329 m
    Descent
    2,330 m
    Highest point
    1,023 m
    Lowest point
    443 m
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