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Ybbsitz

Discover Ybbsitz, Amstetten district in Austria - a destination full of natural beauty and cultural highlights.

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Road Bike · Steyr and the National Park Region
Sonntagberg route - in the footsteps of the Austrian Cycling Tour
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 89.1 km
Duration 3:40 h
Ascent 1,131 m
Descent 1,168 m

From Weyer it goes via the Sonntagberg and the scenic Mostviertler Höhenstraße. The Sonntagberg was included five times as a mountain finish in the ...

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from Gerhard Larch,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
recommended route Difficulty T3I difficult
Distance 10.4 km
Duration 4:15 h
Ascent 734 m
Descent 734 m

Even a seemingly harmless hill in the Mostviertel can have "sharp sides".

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from Wolfgang Drexler,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Road Bike · Steyr and the National Park Region
Opponitz route from Weyer
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 49.2 km
Duration 2:32 h
Ascent 293 m
Descent 274 m

Road bike route of about 50 km, very scenic. Ybbstalradweg and federal highways fully paved.

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from Martin Grießer,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 52.7 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 408 m
Descent 408 m

The classic Waidhofen cycling route, now on the new Ybbstal cycle path through the "Ofenloch".

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from Willi H.,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 9
Distance 19.3 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 521 m
Descent 380 m

From Waidhofen over a hill into the mining-historically shaped Ybbsitz. Further along the Eisenstraße to the south to Bauernschrotmühl, where we ...

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from Sebastian Beiglböck,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 19.1 km
Duration 8:00 h
Ascent 1,085 m
Descent 1,085 m

Circular route from St Georgen am Reith to Friesling and over the Großer Prollingstein (1204 m) to Reutberg (1192 m). The descent offers some ...

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from Andreas Pasielak,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Bicycle Rides · Ybbstal Alps
Waidhofen - Ybbsitz - Prolling - Ofenloch
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 42.7 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 373 m
Descent 373 m

Cycling through the Ofenloch is the most spectacular part of the new (year 2017) Ybbstal cycle path, which here follows the former track of the ...

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from Willi H.,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Hiking Trail · Mostviertel
Schmiedemeile Ybbsitz
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 7.5 km
Duration 2:15 h
Ascent 203 m
Descent 205 m

The Schmiedemeile in Ybbsitz is a World Heritage site and the guild of blacksmiths has left its mark on the place. Nature and craftsmanship, past ...

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from Anita Ladinig,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 25.1 km
Duration 7:12 h
Ascent 433 m
Descent 755 m

From Lackenhof, the path leads to Mayerhöfen and further to Lunzer See. For a while, it follows along the Ybbstalbahn until we turn off to the ...

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from Gerhard Pierer,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 25.4 km
Duration 7:27 h
Ascent 815 m
Descent 643 m

On the Upper Austrian Mariazell Way in the opposite direction from Maria Seesal to Ybbsitz and over the hills to Waidhofen an der Ybbs.

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from Gerhard Pierer,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
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Welcome to Ybbsitz, Amstetten district! This charming village is picturesquely located in the heart of Austria and is a true gem for nature lovers and culture enthusiasts. With its geographic location on the Ybbs river, Ybbsitz offers a breathtaking backdrop of mountains, forests, and green valleys.

One of the most famous sights in Ybbsitz is Rothschild Castle. The imposing building dates back to the 19th century and today houses a museum that tells the history of the Rothschild family. A walk through the castle park is also worthwhile.

Culturally interested visitors should definitely visit the Heimat House. Here you can learn more about the traditional way of life of the residents and admire historical artifacts.

Events

Ybbsitz regularly hosts interesting events. One of them is the annual arts and crafts festival where local artisans present their products. The summer music festival also attracts many visitors.

Culinary Delights

After an eventful day, you can pamper yourself in one of the cozy restaurants. Be sure to try the regional specialties such as Most, a traditional Austrian drink made from apples.

Outdoor Activities

In Ybbsitz, there are numerous opportunities for outdoor activities. In summer, you can go hiking in the surrounding mountain landscape or take a bike tour along the Ybbs river. The best seasons for this are spring and autumn, when the weather is pleasantly mild.

For adrenaline junkies, skiing on the nearby slopes is an option in winter. Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are also popular activities during this time of year.

Rainy Days

If it rains, there are also indoor activities in Ybbsitz. For example, visit the museum in Rothschild Castle or relax in one of the cozy cafés and enjoy a coffee with a view of the picturesque landscape.

Ybbsitz, Amstetten district is worth a trip at any time of the year! Immerse yourself in nature and experience cultural highlights - here you will find everything for an unforgettable holiday!

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Reviews

  • October 14, 2020
    Herbert Kronsteiner
    Sehr schöne Wanderwege, einige meiner Wanderungen hier: https://www.meine-wanderwege.at/wanderbuecher/350-alm-und-huettenwanderungen-niederoesterreich
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    Photo: Herbert Kronsteiner, Community
    Photo: Herbert Kronsteiner, Community
    Written October 14, 2020
    Tour Guide
    Niederösterreich – Alm- und Hüttenwanderungen
  • April 21, 2020
    Gerhard Larch
    Das türkisfarbene Wasser der Ybbs ist vom Radweg immer ganz besonders gut zu sehen.
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    Written April 21, 2020
  • June 08, 2018
    Johannes Lenzschau 
    Der Beschreibung entsprechend sehr schön zu laufen. Zeit- und Höhenangaben passen. Zu empfehlen!
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    Freitag, 8. Juni 2018, 18:09 Uhr
    Photo: Johannes Lenzschau, Community
    Written June 08, 2018

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