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"alpannonia" stage 6 Geschriebenstein/Pass – Kőszeg
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Geschriebenstein/Irottkö lookout pointPhoto: Walter Laschober
From the top of the pass on the main road, the stone nature trail leads you to the summit of the Geschriebenstein (884 m) with its viewing platform. It also forms the border between Austria and Hungary. With a valid passport or identity card, you can cross the border here without hindrance. From the Geschriebenstein (Irottkö) you hike downhill to the Hörmann-forrás (Hörmann spring) and then to the Steirerhäusern. From here you continue along forest paths and after a final, short ascent you come to the Óház-tető ruins with their lookout tower. Now it is not far to the beautiful town of Kőszeg, where the main alpannonia® trail leads past the nature conservation center to the town center. Here you reach the eastern end/beginning of the alpannonia® trail.
Author’s recommendation
Add an extra day in the beautiful town of Kőszeg after the hike – it's worth it.
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Show elevation profileSafety information
Proper behavior when encountering grazing animals:
www.alpannonia.at/verhaltenstipps-fuer-wandergaeste-auf-beweideten-almen
Make sure, when choosing your route, that it matches your mountain experience and fitness level. Check the weather forecast in advance. Weather in the mountains can change surprisingly fast. Therefore, always set out properly equipped (e.g., rain protection).
Check if the huts and snack stations you intend to visit are open. Inform someone about your route choice and planned return before you set off.
Cross-border hiking trail: Remember to carry a passport or ID card!
Tips and suggestions
More information at:
Geschriebenstein
Írottkő Lookout Tower
Hörmann-forrás
Szikla-forrás (Kőszeg)
Óház-kilátó
Ciklámen Üdülő és Turistaszálló
Bechtold István Természetvédelmi Látogatóközpont és Chernel-kert
Zwinger/ Öreg-torony (Kőszeg)
Jurisics Castle (Kőszeg)
Zsinagóga (Kőszeg)
Sgraffitós-ház (Kőszeg)
Arany Egyszarvú Patikamúzeum (Kőszeg)
Hősök tornya / Tábornokház (Kőszeg)
Jézus szíve plébániatemplom (Kőszeg)
Fekete Szerecseny Patika (Kőszeg)
Public transport
No train connection, by bus to Oberwart - Rechnitz - Geschriebenstein/Pass
Directions
Via S31 (Burgenland expressway) Oberpullendorf - B50 Lockenhaus - Geschriebenstein/Pass
Via Oberwart to Rechnitz - Geschriebenstein/Pass
Parking
Large parking lot at Geschriebenstein/Pass
Coordinates
Author’s map recommendations
alpannonia overview map, 1:160,000
alpannonia long-distance hiking book NEW, available from 3/19
freytag & berndt WK 422 Wechsel, Bucklige Welt, Bernstein, 1:50,000
Kompass Burgenland 227, map set, 1:50,000
Hungary, Köszegi-hegyseg / Günser Gebirge, 1:35,000
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Equipment
Always take suitable maps with you. Wear sturdy shoes adapted to the route, bring sun and rain protection as well as water and a small snack. Take your mobile phone and save the mountain rescue emergency number: 140
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