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Garsten

Garsten, Steyr-Land - A travel destination for nature lovers and culture fans.

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Hiking Trail · Upper Austrian Prealps
Damberg-Schwarzberg circuit via Steyr
recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 10.5 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 440 m
Descent 557 m

Leisurely hike in the foothills of the Alps above the town of Steyr on the edge of the Enns Valley National Park-Calcareous Alps region

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from Bergwandern mit Martha - Rieß Martha,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Long Distance Hiking · Upper Austrian Prealps
From Garsten to Windischgarsten
recommended route Difficulty T3 moderate Multi-day route
Distance 71.4 km
Duration 25:05 h
Ascent 3,875 m
Descent 3,553 m

Garsten and Windischgarsten are connected not only by name but also by the hiking trails No. 467 (from Steyr to the Feichtaualm), No.

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from Markus Deichstetter,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Hiking Trail · Upper Austrian Prealps
Dambergwarte and Elisabethwarte of Steyr
recommended route Difficulty T1 difficult Stage
Distance 30.5 km
Duration 9:20 h
Ascent 1,095 m
Descent 1,095 m

A visit to the Dambergwarte located in eastern Upper Austria can be combined with an extensive hike visiting the Elisabethwarte located in western ...

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from Markus Deichstetter,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Hiking Trail · Garsten
Horseshoe Circular Trail
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 16.1 km
Duration 5:09 h
Ascent 673 m
Descent 672 m

A scenic hike, which is especially recommended in the transitional seasons between autumn and winter or between winter and spring due to its ...

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from Markus Deichstetter,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
recommended route Difficulty difficult Stage 7
Distance 27.3 km
Duration 9:00 h
Ascent 1,188 m
Descent 914 m

From Ternberg first steep, then over pleasant high trails to Spadenberg, then descent over Geierkogel to Maria Neustift.

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from Sebastian Beiglböck,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Hiking Trail · Steyr and the National Park Region
From Steyr over the Damberg and back
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 16 km
Duration 4:55 h
Ascent 519 m
Descent 519 m

The Damberg can be explored and climbed from Steyr via various routes. This variant leads via the Windloch to the Dambergwarte and back via path no.

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from Markus Deichstetter,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Hiking Trail · Steyr and the National Park Region
From Garsten to the Anton Schosser Hut
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate Stage 1
Distance 32.4 km
Duration 11:20 h
Ascent 1,978 m
Descent 1,141 m

From the large cities in the Alpine foothills, you hike over increasingly higher elevations into the Alps. Huts and paths of the alpine clubs ...

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from Markus Deichstetter,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Hiking Trail · Steyr (Stadt)
Damberg lookout from Steyr
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 15 km
Duration 4:45 h
Ascent 556 m
Descent 556 m

A 36m high, three-legged wooden tower adorns the Damberg, which offers a wide panoramic view of the foothills and the Alpine foothills.

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from Markus Deichstetter,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 28.7 km
Duration 9:00 h
Ascent 344 m
Descent 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.

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from Johannes Leitner,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Hiking Trail · Steyr and the National Park Region
Steyr Backland and back
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 29.7 km
Duration 9:33 h
Ascent 1,254 m
Descent 1,254 m

From Steyr we hike the Kleine Hufeisenrunde and return via the Damberg to the starting point.

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from Markus Deichstetter,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
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Discover the region

Welcome to Garsten, a picturesque town in the Steyr-Land district of Austria. This charming village is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and culture lovers alike.


Geographical location and special features

Garsten lies idyllically on the banks of the Enns, surrounded by green hills and majestic mountains. The breathtaking landscape offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, or fishing.


Touristically relevant sights

One of Garsten's main attractions is the Garsten Abbey, an impressive monastery from the 12th century. Here you can visit the magnificent baroque church and stroll through the historic cloister.


Cultural highlights and events

Cultural events are regularly held in Garsten, including concerts, theater performances, and art exhibitions. A highlight is the annual abbey festival in summer with traditional music and regional specialties.


Culinary specialties

The Gasthaus zum Goldenen Löwen is known for its delicious regional dishes, such as the famous Steyr dumplings. Be sure to also try the homemade schnapps and liqueurs.


Outdoor activities

In Garsten, you can enjoy outdoor activities all year round. In spring and summer, hiking along the Enns or cycling tours through the picturesque landscape are popular. In winter, nearby ski resorts attract visitors for skiing and snowboarding.


What to do in case of rain?

If it happens to rain, a visit to the Museum Arbeitswelt in Steyr is recommended. Here you learn all about the industrial history of the region and can explore interactive exhibitions.


Excursion tip: The most beautiful corner of Garsten

A particularly beautiful corner of Garsten is the romantic castle park with its pond and old trees. Here you can take relaxing walks or simply enjoy the peace and quiet.

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Reviews

  • February 13, 2026
    Edith Eichinger
    February 12, 2026
    Auch wenn der Schnee schon fast weg ist gut machbar, Spikes mitnehnen.
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    Photo: Edith Eichinger, Community
    Written February 13, 2026
  • June 23, 2023
    Diego del Pozo
    June 22, 2023
    Gegangen bei wolkenlosem Himmel und etwa 30 Grad im Schatten. Das war leider definitiv zu heiß, da es weite Strecken bergauf ohne jeglichen Schatten geht. Sonst wunderschöner Weg mit herrlicher Landschaft. Achtung: die .gpx Datei weicht bei km 12 vom markierten Weg ab und verläuft dann etwa 1,5 km auf unmarkierten Wegen bzw. querfeldein bevor sie wieder auf den markierten Weg stößt. Im Zweifel also bei der Abzweigung wo es rechts zum Windpark Vorderplatten geht, links halten und der Markierung (dort ist nur der 06er angeschrieben) folgen.
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    Written June 23, 2023
  • January 23, 2023
    Karl Linecker 
    January 23, 2023
    Ist als Winter- bzw. Schneeschuhwanderung ebenfalls sehr empfehlenswert, nachdem es frisch geschneit hat.
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    Kalvarienkapelle 706m
    Photo: Karl Linecker, Alpenverein Linz
    Schwarzberg-Gipfelkreuz 838m
    Photo: Karl Linecker, Alpenverein Linz
    Written January 23, 2023
  • January 17, 2022
    Leopold Brandner 
    January 16, 2022
    Traumtour, bei entsprechenden Bedingungen auch als Tagestour für den Winter geeignet. Wir sind beim Rumpl gestartet, dann Sonnberg, Schwarzberg und Damberg. Mittagessen beim Gh. Weidmann. Danach noch 330 hm / 1 Std Aufstieg zum Parkplatz
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    Written January 17, 2022
  • October 24, 2020
    Franz Kalkgruber
    October 23, 2020
    Schöne einfache Wanderung Da die Beschilderung recht dürftig und undurchsichtig ist, empfehle ich dem Mariazeller Weg zu folgen.
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    Photo: Franz Kalkgruber, Community
    hier dem rechten Pfad folgen
    Photo: Franz Kalkgruber, Community
    Weggabelung - den rechten Pfad folgen
    Photo: Franz Kalkgruber, Community
    Lichtung nach der Weide
    Photo: Franz Kalkgruber, Community
    Blick von der Hertlerwiese - der Forststraße geradeaus folgen
    Photo: Franz Kalkgruber, Community
    Schild nach der Hertlerwiese - Mariazeller Weg folgen
    Photo: Franz Kalkgruber, Community
    Weggabelung am Schwarzberg
    Photo: Franz Kalkgruber, Community
    Abzweigung auf den Schwarzberg
    Photo: Franz Kalkgruber, Community
    aus dem Wald kommend - Sicht auf das Gipfelkreuz
    Photo: Franz Kalkgruber, Community
    Schwarzberg
    Photo: Franz Kalkgruber, Community
    Photo: Franz Kalkgruber, Community
    Sicht vom Schwarzberg Richtung Damberg
    Photo: Franz Kalkgruber, Community
    Blick vom Schwarzberg Richtung Plattenberg
    Photo: Franz Kalkgruber, Community
    Blick von der Hertlerwiese zurück Richtung Damberg
    Photo: Franz Kalkgruber, Community
    Laurenzikappelle am Damberg
    Photo: Franz Kalkgruber, Community
    Written October 24, 2020
  • June 15, 2020
    Hermann sonnleitner
    Ein schöner anstrengender Tag in einer wunderschönen Gegend - gerne wieder!
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    Written June 15, 2020
    Mountain Bike
    III LOOKOUT ROUND
  • July 21, 2019
    Gerhard Greifeneder 
    July 20, 2019
    Der Radweg ist (leider) nicht Rennrad-tauglich (viele Schotterstücke).
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    Written July 21, 2019
  • October 07, 2018
    Robert Städter
    October 06, 2018
    Dank der Fotostrecke von Maria Rieß fanden wir die beschriebene Route ohne Probleme. Aber ohne obigem Bildmaterial ist Frau Freudenthaler ohne Einschränkung recht zu geben: diese lohnende Strecke ist maximal schlecht und teilweise überhaupt nicht ausgezeichnet.
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    Zwischen Dambergwarte und Hertlerwiese
    Photo: Robert Städter, Community
    Am Schwarzberg
    Photo: Robert Städter, Community
    Am Schwarzberg
    Photo: Robert Städter, Community
    Hertlerwiese
    Photo: Robert Städter, Community
    Written October 07, 2018
  • August 13, 2018
    Reinhold Bürgermeister 
    Technisch einfach, aber dafür ein phantastisches Panorama an vielen Punkten der Tour.
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    Written August 13, 2018
  • April 10, 2017
    Friedrich Hofschwaiger
    April 09, 2017
    Abstecher vom Ennsradweg auf die Kaiserin Elisabeth Warte am Plattenberg!
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    Written April 10, 2017

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