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A ruin of the Mayralm
A ruin of the Mayralm

Poachers' Trail Pyhrn-Priel
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© Photo: TVB Pyhrn-Priel/Daniel Hinterramskogler | Hiking on the Wildererweg - Mayralm ruins

Poachers' Trail Pyhrn-Priel: On the trail of legends

A journey into the past

The Poachers' Trail in Pyhrn-Priel is more than just a hiking trail. It is a journey into the past that takes you into the mysterious world of poachers. Learn more about the brave men who once hunted in these forests and whose stories are still told today.

 The logo of the Wildererweg Pyhrn-Priel, in the background a forest landscape in the fog.
© Logo Poacher Trail Pyhrn-Priel | Photo: TVB Pyhrn-Priel

Discover the history of poachers

The poacher is the free rebel of the Alps.

He was at home in the Pyhrn-Priel holiday region. Numerous stories and places prove it: The poacher myth is still alive here.

They roamed the deep forests of the Pyhrn-Priel region, the mysterious figures: the poachers. Driven by need or a thirst for adventure, they defied the law and the authorities. They were more than just lawbreakers - they were rebels, romantics and the embodiment of untamable nature.

On the trail of the poachers: the themed trails in the Pyhrn-Priel region take you back to a bygone era. Explore the lonely paths where the poachers once stayed and feel the wilderness up close.

© Photo: TVB Pyhrn-Priel/Daniel Hinterramskoger | A family explores a station on the Poachers' Trail
A family explores a station on the Poachers' Trail

FAMILY

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© Photo: TVB Pyhrn-Priel/Daniel Hinterramskogler | A person runs up the Wildererweg trail
A person runs up the poacher's path

ADVENTURE

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© Photo: TVB Pyhrn-Priel/Daniel Hinterramskogler | Mayralm ruins on the Wildererweg trail
Ruin of the Mayralm on the Wildererweg

HISTORY

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"Poachers' Trail" means tracing the fascination of poachers on 3 hiking trails and discovering your own wildness in their footsteps ...
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A historic room with a wooden floor and a wooden ceiling. There are various pieces of furniture, hunting trophies, and displays on the walls.
Poacher museum
Molln
© Wilderer Museum

The poaching museum

The original poaching museum in St. Pankraz was relocated to Molln. The loving work and props of Prof. Dr Roland Girtler were taken over here.

In this museum you can also learn about the craftsmanship of the Jew's harp (UNESCO World Heritage Site).

Interesting facts about the Pyhrn-Priel poaching trails:

The Pyhrn-Priel Poachers' Trail consists of 3 themed trails that take you on an exciting journey into the history of poachers in the region.

There are three different themed trails that shed light on different aspects of the poaching story .

The poachers are known for their adventurous stories and ingenuity, which still fire people's imaginations today.

The duration varies depending on the themed trail you choose, but you should allow between two and four hours in total.

Yes, the Family Trail in particular is ideal for family outings and offers exciting experiences for young and old.

The poachers were often poor farmers who hunted out of necessity, and their stories are deeply rooted in local folklore.