• Die sanften Hügel der Ybbstaler Alpen laden zu einem unvergesslichen Abenteuer ein. Zwei Wanderer genießen den atemberaubenden Sonnenuntergang, während die goldenen Strahlen durch die Bäume scheinen und die Landschaft in ein warmes Licht tauchen. Hier, inmitten der Natur, wird jeder Schritt zu einem Erlebnis der Ruhe und Schönheit.
    ©© Niederösterreich Werbung/Max Mauthner

Top walks

The Ybbstal Alps are a true paradise for anyone who loves the great outdoors. With its panoramic peaks, tranquil valleys, quaint chapels and family-friendly trails, the region shows itself at its very best. Some walks take you high up into the mountains, whilst others invite you to enjoy leisurely experiences of nature and culture – but they all have one thing in common: they bring the diversity of the Ybbstal Alps to life.

These 11 walks are among the special routes that everyone should experience at least once in the region – from the Hochkar to the Ötscher and on to the local mountains around Waidhofen. The selection ranges from easy strolls and themed trails to challenging summit hikes offering impressive views.

11Walks you simply must experience

  • Cows on the alpine pasture near the Kitzhütte in the Eisenstraße region of the Mostviertel.
    ©(c) Mostviertel Tourismus / Gerald Demolsky

    Königsberg route

    The Königsbergrunde through the enchanting landscape of the Mostviertel region offers fantastic views of the Ybbstal Alps and great views of the Gamsstein, Hochschwab and much more.

  • Delicious thirst quenchers on the GeBIERgsweg
    ©Theo Kust

    GeBIERgsweg Gaming (Erzbräu route)

    In Gaming, you can learn interesting facts about liquid gold at 18 stations. Continue along gravel and hiking trails to Bruckner's beer world - the organic brewery in the Mostviertel.

  • Gorge hut
    ©Ewald Wachter

    The Rudi Kefer Path

    In honor of the long-time chairman of the Opponitz Tourist Association Rudi Kefer. From the old train station in Opponitz to the Schluchtenhütte with a worthwhile stop.

  • The gentle hills of the Mostviertel glow in the warm light of autumn, while the trees shine in vibrant colors. A cross on the summit invites hikers to enjoy the breathtaking view of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Here, where nature is in full bloom, every visitor finds a place of peace and inspiration.
    ©Niederösterreich Werbung/Sabine Wieser

    Onto Prochenberg

    The viewing platform on the Prochenberg offers a magnificent 360° view of the surrounding mountains. A beautiful circular tour on Ybbsitz's local mountain.

  • A majestic summit cross towers over the rolling hills, surrounded by a breathtaking mountain landscape. The clouds gently drift across the sky and lend the scenery a peaceful atmosphere, while the fresh mountain air invites you to go hiking.
    ©Ötscherlifte, Ludwig Fahrnberger

    The Ötscher summit

    Anyone who has never stood on the Ötscher summit has not seen Lower Austria!

  • Gamsstein summit cross
    ©Heigl

    Gamssteinrunde

    The Gamsstein, Palfauer's local mountain, is one of the most beautiful panoramic mountains in the Styrian-Lower Austrian Eisenwurzen region.

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    The summits of Waidhofen

    Waidhofen's local mountains, Buchenberg and Glatzberg, with their incomparable panoramas.

  • Dürrenstein Wilderness Area
    ©Niederösterreich Werbung/Gerald Demolsky

    From Steinbachtal to Noten

    Pure alpine experience! Hike suitable for children from Steinbachtal through the alpine forest, via the Ybbstalerhütte and on to the summit of the Noten.

  • A small white chapel in the forest, surrounded by trees and a wooden table in the foreground.
    ©(C) Josef Pöchhacker

    To the Jörgl chapel

    From the banks of the Ybbs along gravel paths and hiking trails to the 500-year-old chapel and back to the quiet village of St. Georgen am Reith.

  • Two hikers stand at the summit and enjoy the breathtaking view over the Ybbstal Alps. The fresh mountain air and majestic landscapes invite you to unwind and experience the beauty of nature.
    ©Niederösterreich Werbung/Max Mauthner

    Panorama route to Dürrenstein

    The summit of the Dürrenstein with its ornate Töpper cross - the alpine highlight of Lunz am See! The breathtaking 360° panorama will leave you speechless...

  • At the Hochkar summit
    ©Robert Herbst

    Hochkar summit hike

    From the valley station to the Hochkar summit - panoramic views included.

Zwei Wandernde stehen auf einem Schotterweg am Luchs Trail mit Blick auf die Ötscherlandschaft.
©Max Mauthner