Christkindl Pilgrimage Path - In the footsteps of Ferdinand Sertl
4400 Steyr
Beautiful and easy circular hike following the footsteps of Ferdinand Sertl, whose healing led to the establishment of the pilgrimage site Christkindl. The circular route goes from Christkindl via Garsten to Steyr and back to the pilgrimage site.
Recommended season:
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- November
- December
- Loop
- Refreshment stops available
- Cultural/historical value
The marked pilgrimage path is passable all year round. The circular route is dedicated to Ferdinand Sertl, who suffered from severe epilepsy for years. In the hope of overcoming his disease, Sertl placed a small wax Jesus child in 1695 into the hollow of a spruce tree that stood on the building site of the later pilgrimage church. From then on, he came there every Sunday and performed his devotion and prayers before this "Christkindl." Sertl was healed of his disease, the healing became known, and soon pilgrims came with their concerns to the "Christkindl in the tree" or "To the Christkindl under the sky." In 1697, a small chapel was built around the tree, and the current pilgrimage church was started in 1708.
The high altar shows the original spruce trunk with the wax Jesus child.
Directions:First, the path leads from Christkindl to Garsten (walking time approx. 1 hour), where Anselm Angerer was abbot of the then Benedictine monastery, a great supporter of the pilgrimage to Christkindl and generous builder of the church.
Then it goes along the Enns to Steyr to the parish church (walking time approx. 50 min). Here Ferdinand Sertl was choirmaster and caretaker of the city fire station at the top of the tower.
Then it goes back to Christkindl (walking time approx. 30 min). It is the path that Ferdinand Sertl once took to pray alone before the wax Christkindl for healing from epilepsy.
Tip:Baroque pilgrimage church Christkindl
Post office Christkindl (end of November - end of December)
Safety guidelines:The pilgrimage path is marked with white-green signs and is passable all year round
Paths covering:
further information:
- Circular route
- Board possible
Relaxation from everyday life!
Emerald green water, sunshine, a green forest of leaves and the twittering of birds are the unique ambience of Café MAW.The café at the Museum Arbeitswelt offers real relaxation from everyday life. On the Museumsplatz, the guest garden on the ‘Riviera’ of the Steyr River invites guests to linger, as does the modern glass bar with sun terrace on the first floor of the museum. Coffee, pastries, ice cream, Mediterranean antipasti and small dishes fulfil the culinary wishes of the guests.
Have breakfast inside or outside, discuss, work, enjoy, discuss, relax. We offer a fine selection of food and drinks, as well as seasonal dishes. And you can also get the best start to the day with coffee or juice to take away. Please book your table by e-mail or telephone at the latest the day before.
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Concentrate on your work or enjoy the peace and quiet - in the sound-optimised quiet zone you can do both in the best possible room climate.
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Family-run modern restaurant, air-conditioned.
Your satisfaction and your smile are our most important goals... that's why we take time for you and spoil you with lovingly prepared dishes and regional specialities from the kitchen and cellar.Get in the mood for a wonderful time in the new Restaurant & Hotel Christkindlwirt, in the middle of a green oasis, with a marvellous view of the romantic town of Steyr and look forward to a unique treat for your eyes, palate and all your senses.
Modern café with bakery and patisserie in the heart of the romantic town of Steyr, right next to the town fountain.
A new place for coffee lovers in SteyrThe Kaffeeschmiede, a modern coffee shop for connoisseurs, opened on Steyr's town square in mid-June. It serves not only coffee specialities, but also a carefully selected exclusive breakfast menu and pastries from the traditional Hohlrieder confectionery in Ternberg. ‘We wanted to bring a breath of fresh air into our classic confectionery trade and combine it with new approaches and more unusual creations,’ says managing director and coffee lover Matthias Hohlrieder. ‘It was also important to us to offer a pleasant ambience and introduce our customers to the world of coffee. ‘Matthias has been involved with coffee for over 10 years now. He has already taken part in the Austrian coffee brewing championships. During this competition, he worked closely with the newly crowned world roasting champion Felix Teiretzbacher. The world of ‘speciality coffee’ and traditional confectionery craftsmanship are perfectly combined in the Kaffeeschmiede. The speciality coffee on offer comes from roasting world champion Felix Teiretzbacher from St. Pölten, who sources the coffee beans directly from the coffee farmers and roasts them in Austria, and Matthias Hohlrieder also attaches great importance to natural ingredients that are sourced as locally as possible for the rest of the range. ‘For example, we have ice cream from Buburuza and source many of the foods for our breakfast creations directly from local producers.’
A family business for three generations!
Our restaurant is located in the centre of the historic old town.Tasteful furnishings in a centuries-old building and gastronomy promise well-being and a good atmosphere.
Brunch in the cosy tavern parlour, taste wine in the in-house vinotheque or enjoy cocktails in the modern Maders Bar.
Wherever we may welcome you. Whether in the Orangery restaurant in the castle park, in the parlour or in the vault - we look forward to serving you. The entire restaurant area is at ground level and therefore barrier-free.
The Orangery, in the centre of the castle park, offers the ideal setting for the best things in life: Relaxation with good food and drink, a small coffee break, a celebration, ... simply for everything that appeals to the senses.Nestled in the historic town centre of Steyr, the Orangery building wonderfully reflects the development of the town of Steyr - deeply rooted in the past, but always open to new ideas. From the outside, the Orangerie impresses with its stylish façade and well-proportioned architecture.Inside, the modern furnishings, colour scheme and lighting create an atmosphere that invites you to linger and relax away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The overall picture of the Orangery is perfectly rounded off by the castle park.
Von der ursprünglichen Festung ist heute noch der mächtige Burgfried erhalten. Im 11. Jh. erreichte die Burg ihre Bedeutung als Residenz der Otakare. 1727 wurde die gesamte Anlage bei einem katastrophalen Stadtbrand in Steyr zerstört und von den Grafen Lamberg als repräsentatives Barockschloss wieder errichtet.
Heute beheimatet das Schloss Lamberg das Standesamt der Stadt Steyr in der ehemaligen Schlosskapelle, eine Eventlocation für Hochzeiten und Feiern, die Bundespolizeidirektion, sowie Mietwohnungen.
Der Schlosshof ist ganzjährig öffentlich zugänglich und in den Sommermonaten freitags Schauplatz für die Steyrer Schlosskonzerte.
Im Juli und August wird der Schlossgraben jährlich zur open air Bühne für das Musikfestival Steyr.
In der Schlossgalerie Steyr finden regelmäßig Ausstellungen statt, an den Adventwochenenden bietet der Schloss.Lamberg.Advent gehobenes Kunsthandwerk.
Die Lamberg'sche Schlossbibliothek sowie auch die Prunkräume können gegen Voranmeldung mit Guide besichtigt werden.
Steyr town museum in Innerberger Stadel.
The Steyr City Museum in the Innerberger Stadel is one of the most modern city museums in Austria. The successful concept of the Upper Austrian Provincial Exhibition 2021 will be continued as a permanent exhibition with necessary adaptations to improve the exhibition experience.The history of the bourgeoisie and the importance of the iron trade for the city of Steyr are thematic focal points that visitors can experience and learn about via exhibits, video and audio stations. There are hands-on stations with games and exciting questions for young people.Public guided tours take place regularly. You are welcome to book a guided tour for your group via vermittlung@stadtmuseum-steyr.at or by calling 07252 / 575 1354 or 1356.
The museum is barrier-free (elevator). There are texts in easy language and videos in sign language.
Parking
Forward Staion or Christkindl Pilgrimage Church
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- Early winter
- Deep winter
Please get in touch for more information.
Stadtplatz 27
4400 Steyr
Phone +43 7252 53229 - 0
E-Mail info@360alpenland.com
Web www.steyr-nationalpark.at/
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