Grünburg
Between gorge, cycle path and blacksmith tradition
Grünburg in the Steyr Valley - natural space in 360° Alpine country
River and rock. Forest paths and far-reaching views.
Grünburg is located in the Steyr Valley - where the Steyr flows quietly through the gorge to Leonstein and dense forests extend to the slopes of the Kalkalpen National Park National Park. Between river and rock, a space is created that seems both vast and sheltered. The Rinnerberg waterfall plunges through a narrow gorge, cool and clear. On the Großer and Kleiner Landsberg, the view opens up over the Steyrtal valley as far as the foothills of the Alps.
Along the water leads the Steyrtal cycle path through meadows and riparian forests, past quiet riverside spots and little rest stops. A route for a cycling holiday with the family as well as for a relaxed stage towards Steyr. If you want to go higher, immerse yourself in ancient beech forests in the Kalkalpen National Park - part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Ancient Beech Forests and Primeval Beech Forests.
If your muscles get heavy after a hike or mountain tour, the Leonstein adventure pool provides refreshing lightness. And culture also has its place: in the Schmiedleithen open-air museum old workshops tell of the craftsmanship of the Eisenwurzen. Grünburg naturally combines exercise and relaxation. A place in 360° Alpenland, where nature and lifestyle come together - in the heart of Upper Austria.
Facts & Figures
History of Grünburg
Located in the centre of the idyllic Steyrtal valley, Grünburg looks back on a long history. As early as the Middle Ages, the town developed into an important centre for trade and industry thanks to its favourable location. Iron processing in particular characterised the region for many centuries and contributed significantly to its economic development.
The municipality owes its name to a castle that once stood on what is now the church hill in Obergrünburg. Where the castle once stood guard over the Steyrtal valley, the parish church of St George rises today. It was built from the former castle chapel and is still a reminder of the medieval origins of the village.
The 19th century brought an important step in development: the first section of the Steyrtal railway between Garsten and Grünburg was opened in 1889. The oldest steam-powered 760 mm narrow-gauge railway in Austria connected the Steyrtal with the industrial city of Steyr and had a lasting impact on the economy and everyday life of the region.
Today, the line operated as a museum railway and the Schmiedleithen open-air museum are reminders of Grünburg's eventful history - between medieval rule, Eisenwurzen tradition and the power of the Steyr, which still shapes the valley today.
Interesting facts about Grünburg in 360° Alpenland
Grünburg is located in the Steyrtal valley in Upper Austria, nestled between the river landscape and the foothills of the Kalkalpen National Park. From here, it is only a few kilometres to the historic town of Steyr or further into the alpine mountains between Pyhrn and Priel.
Around Grünburg, paths lead through the Steyr gorge, up to the Großer and Kleiner Landsberg or to the Rinnerberg waterfall. Step by step, the view opens up over the Steyr Valley - ideal for a nature-loving hiking holiday in 360° Alpine country.
The Steyrtal cycle path accompanies the Steyr through meadows and floodplains to the town of Steyr. The route is suitable for families and scores points with rest areas, viewpoints, adventure stations and natural bathing spots. Those who prefer a more challenging ride will also find a variety of mountain bike trails around Grünburg, which lead through the hilly Alpine foothills and reward you with impressive views of the Steyrtal valley.
In addition to easy hiking trails and bathing spots on the Steyr, the Leonstein adventure pool offers summery cooling off. The combination of nature experience and leisure activities makes Grünburg family-friendly and manageable.