Winter hiking
in 360° Alpenland
Winter hiking between peaks and silence
Clear air, long distances
Between the mountain world of Pyhrn and Priel, numerous cleared winter hiking trails invite you to take quiet tours through the snow-covered landscape. The Kalkalpen National Park also offers a variety of hiking trails for the cold season - through sparse forests, along clear streams and with views of striking peaks. This keeps you close to nature even in winter - mindful, quiet and full of space
Routes for your rhythm
Whether it's a leisurely stroll in the valley or a panoramic tour at a higher altitude: the winter hiking trails around Hinterstoder and the Wurzeralm offer suitable routes for every level. Well signposted and well-maintained, they lead through the tranquil landscape - ideal for a conscious break in Upper Austria.
Well prepared on the way
Warm, weatherproof clothing, sturdy footwear and snowshoes if required ensure comfort. Along the trails, huts and inns invite you to stop off for a hot soup, regional cuisine and a break with a view.
Cleared winter hiking trails between Pyhrn and Priel:
Interesting facts about winter hiking in 360° Alpenland:
Winter hiking in 360° Alpenland combines tranquil nature with different landscapes - in the heart of Upper Austria, where the power of nature, culture and joie de vivre come together.
Between the mountains between Pyhrn and Priel, cleared paths lead through snow-covered alpine pastures and with views of striking peaks. In the valleys around the Kalkalpen National Park, pristine forests and clear streams accompany you through the cold season. And while the snow often crunches in the south, mild winter days around Bad Hall invite you to take a walk in the spa gardens or enjoy a leisurely stroll through the vast landscape.
The result is a winter experience that combines a mountain feeling, forest tranquillity and gentle paths - all close together.
Warm, weatherproof clothing and sturdy, non-slip shoes are recommended for winter hiking in the 360° Alps. Depending on the route, hiking poles will give you additional support on snow-covered or icy sections.
The winter hiking trails in 360° Alpenland vary in length. There are short walks of just a few kilometres to longer, more challenging tours that can take several hours.
Absolutely! The region offers numerous child-friendly winter hiking trails that are ideal for family outings. Most of the cleared paths between Pyhrn and Priel are also suitable for pushchairs.