Hiking trails
around the Kalkalpen National Park

The Pyhrn-Priel holiday region offers a wide variety of hiking trails for every fitness level:

• Easy walks: Ideal for families and leisurely walkers.
• Low mountain tours: For experienced hikers who want to enjoy nature.
• Alpine hikes: For experienced mountain hikers with appropriate equipment.
• Themed trails: such as nature trails or cultural trails.

The best time of year for hiking depends on your personal preferences:

• Spring: Alpine meadows in bloom and pleasant temperatures.
• Summer: Ideal conditions for mountain hikes and visits to mountain pastures.
• Autumn: Colourful deciduous forests and clear air.
• Winter: Snowshoeing and winter hiking offer a special experience.

• Sturdy shoes: absolutely essential, even for easy hikes.
• Rain and wind jacket: The weather can change quickly.
• Warm clothing: Even in summer, temperatures can be cool at high altitudes.
• Rucksack: For provisions, drinks and first aid kit.
• Hiking map and compass: For orientation.
• Mobile phone: For emergencies.
• Sun protection: Sunglasses, sun hat and sun cream.

The Kalkalpen National Park and local hiking and mountain guides offer guided hikes. These are ideal for getting to know the region better and benefiting from the knowledge of experienced guides or national park rangers.
Guided snowshoe hikes are offered in winter.

Find out more at one of the Pyhrn-Priel tourist offices.

Yes, there are numerous huts in the Pyhrn-Priel region that offer both simple accommodation and culinary delights. Plan your tour carefully and book your sleeping place in the hut in advance.

Most hiking trails are very well marked and easy to find. Nevertheless, it is advisable to use a hiking map or a corresponding app, especially for longer or more remote tours.
You can download the GPS data from our website or pick up a free hiking map from one of the tourist offices.

• Clear mountain lakes: for swimming and relaxing.
• Deep gorges: Like the Dr Vogelgesang Gorge.
• Primeval forests: With ancient trees and unique flora and fauna.
• Alpine pastures: With traditional huts and delicious Alpine cuisine.
• Summit panoramas: Breathtaking views over the mountains.

Yes, there are many child-friendly hiking trails that are also suitable for families with small children. These trails are often shorter and less challenging and offer additional attractions such as adventure stations or rest areas.

Here are some tips for a family experience.

And an extra tip for children with the Pyhrn-Priel AktivCard: get your free hiking stick and the Stocknagel collector's pass at one of the tourist offices. This makes hiking even more fun!

Dogs are generally allowed, but they should be kept on a lead and not interfere with nature. It is best to check with the respective tourist offices in advance.

Be careful, especially on hiking tours where you encounter grazing livestock:
* Mother cows protect their calves, so try to avoid encounters between grazing livestock and dogs!
* Please keep dogs under control at all times and keep them on a short lead. If an attack by a grazing animal is foreseeable: Unleash immediately!

You can find 10 rules for the correct handling of grazing livestock in the video at the top of this page.

Respect each other
Whether you are travelling by bike or on foot, we expect respectful interaction between people, nature and animals in our region. You can also help us to maintain this fragile balance. Please pay attention to the signs.

You can find detailed information on hiking trails, huts and events on the websites of the regional tourist offices, as well as in hiking guides and apps.

The staff at the tourist offices will be happy to provide you with information and a free hiking map.

• Up-to-date: Check the tourism website regularly to see if there have been any changes to the opening times or trail conditions.
• Safety: Plan your hike carefully and find out about the current weather conditions.
• Respect for nature: Leave no traces and take your rubbish back with you.
• Stay on the marked paths: To protect nature.
• Respect the animals: Observe them from a distance and don't make any noise.
• Find out about the current avalanche situation: This is particularly important in winter.