To Stauf castle ruins

Suitable for families
culturally interesting

Interactive elevation profile

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Tour-Details

Starting place: 4083 Haibach ob der Donau

Destination: 4083 Haibach ob der Donau

duration: 2h 45m

length: 9,6 km

Altitude difference (uphill): 288m

Altitude difference (downhill): 288m

Lowest point: 427m

Highest point: 549m

difficulty: difficult

condition: very difficult

panoramic view: Dreamtour

Paths covering:

Asphalt, Other

Short description:
The climb up to Stauf castle ruins is rewarded with unique panoramic views of Eferdinger Basin and Mühlviertel all the way to the Alpine foothills!

Technique: ***

Quality of experience: ****

Recommended season:

March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November

Properties:

Scenic
Refreshment stops available
Family friendly
Cultural/historical value

Description:
We set off from the village centre and hike in direction of Eferdinger Basin. Following the road in Reith we pass the Restaurant - Hotel Hoamat and continue through a forest to the state road. We cross this and follow the way through the forest up to the Stauf castle ruins. From the castle tower we enjoy panoramic views of the mountains of Hochficht in the north, Traunstein in the south all the way to Ötscher in the east.

Tip:
Opening the iron gate to get into the castle ruins often requires a bit of strength.

Equipment:
Hiking backpack (incl. rain cover), sturdy shoes