--- title: Hornet Trail Mountain Bike Trail Linz Steyregg url: "https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430008283/hornissen-trail.html" description: "Legal mountain bike enduro trail at Pfenningberg in Linz/Steyregg with medium difficulty. Operator: MTB Linz | Mountainbike Initiative Linz" date: 2015-07-24 modified: 2026-03-05 --- # Hornet Trail Mountain Bike Trail Linz Steyregg Hornissen-Trail ================= **Path number:** P99 **Starting place:** 4221 Steyregg **Destination:** 4221 Steyregg ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/249678/978562FA8FBEC34F8C5ADE9F1AA268254BC5AA0B3D301655016FB14524A17209/hornissen-trail.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/249679/AF8BB1CCA7921A2FA317AB3AE7E67BAED5B68E9E0FC3B7AFF94D620C72192F71/hornissen-trail.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/249680/F2EC9C7492D1A7DE824D85A150DB4E76C2FA0FBAF46376A8C4D345C3F233AF58/hornissen-trail.jpg) © Open copyright © Martin Dörsch - www.martindoersch.at Close copyright [ ![A group of mountain bikers ride along a forest path through an autumnal landscape with yellow-green vegetation. The riders are equipped with helmets and protective gear and appear to be travelling on a route for off-road bike enthusiasts.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/249678/978562FA8FBEC34F8C5ADE9F1AA268254BC5AA0B3D301655016FB14524A17209/hornissen-trail.jpg "© Martin Dörsch - www.martindoersch.at") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/249678/978562FA8FBEC34F8C5ADE9F1AA268254BC5AA0B3D301655016FB14524A17209/hornissen-trail.jpg) © Open copyright © Martin Dörsch - www.martindoersch.at Close copyright [ ![A cyclist in full kit riding down a shady forest path. The surroundings are characterised by dense, green vegetation, with trees and bushes lining the sides of the path. The rider is obviously concentrating on his ride, giving a sense of movement and adventure.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/249679/AF8BB1CCA7921A2FA317AB3AE7E67BAED5B68E9E0FC3B7AFF94D620C72192F71/hornissen-trail.jpg "© Martin Dörsch - www.martindoersch.at") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/249679/AF8BB1CCA7921A2FA317AB3AE7E67BAED5B68E9E0FC3B7AFF94D620C72192F71/hornissen-trail.jpg) © Open copyright © Martin Dörsch - www.martindoersch.at Close copyright [ ![A cyclist rides along a narrow forest path through autumn-coloured nature. The path is surrounded by lush vegetation such as ferns and bushes, and the trees in the background show their colourful leaves in various shades of yellow and orange.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/249680/F2EC9C7492D1A7DE824D85A150DB4E76C2FA0FBAF46376A8C4D345C3F233AF58/hornissen-trail.jpg "© Martin Dörsch - www.martindoersch.at") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/249680/F2EC9C7492D1A7DE824D85A150DB4E76C2FA0FBAF46376A8C4D345C3F233AF58/hornissen-trail.jpg) © Open copyright © Daniel Huemer Close copyright [ ![A dense forest with thick green leaves and ferns. There is a narrow footpath that winds its way through the lush vegetation. The sun's rays penetrate the canopy and cast a beautiful light on the scenery. It is an idyllic and peaceful forest landscape.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/249681/1CB24F19E2D23338CE46C44F94CE161E33E9BD5A017524FF8DB1F8C073F19160/hornissen-trail.jpg "© Daniel Huemer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/249681/1CB24F19E2D23338CE46C44F94CE161E33E9BD5A017524FF8DB1F8C073F19160/hornissen-trail.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-osm-summer-original&path=enc:el{eHmhrvAA?MV?TFp@AJGAGNAXCFe@IK@CJVn@DbA@`@CRMFCPFl@Nb@Rb@Nn@b@z@x@z@PLJP?h@IL?NDTARUX[JCJARCLLfBALEJS?GH@J?REPe@PEX@d@Eh@ENAVRZUZO\@JDLb@\FXAd@GTAPDLV`@Ft@AZ[|@OvACdBJp@XbADX?VUr@B`BEJOLTj@j@lA^hAGN&server=meta.tourdata.at) As the first official mountain bike single trail in the central Linz area, the Hornissen Trail was opened on October 26, 2021 and officially opened on March 19, 2022 after a test phase. The 1.2-kilometre MTB trail, which is around 200 meters deep, was created by the local mountain bike community in several hundred hours of manual work. The near-natural trail was created as a joint project by [MTB Linz](https://www.mtblinz.at "MTB Linz Mountainbike Initiative Linz"), landowner Niklas Salm-Reifferscheidt, the Steyregg forestry administration, Naturfreunde Linz & Steyregg and the municipality of Steyregg. **Current trail conditions, closures and detailed information about the Pfenningberg trails can be found on the website of the responsible trail operators:** or Use is free of charge for local residents and clubs. Commercial offers are prohibited and must be requested from the trail operator and landowner via UpperTrails / MTB Linz. Larger group events must also be registered. [UpperTrails](https://www.uppertrails.at) (formerly MTB-Linz) is responsible for maintaining the trails and mountain bike routes. You can also contact them if you have any questions, requests or problems. UpperTrails can be reached at [www.uppertrails.at](https://www.uppertrails.at). Current trail reports and closure notifications can also be found directly on the UpperTrails homepage. The Hornissen trail requires a certain trail experience and riding technique: The difficulty is rated "red" or S1-S2 according to the singletrack scale. Due to the curvaceous course of the trail, it provides both trail beginners as well as advanced mountain bikers with a challenging and enjoyable ride. While the first section leads flat through the terrain over long serpentines, the course of the trail becomes increasingly faster and flowier towards the bottom. All rocks integrated into the natural course of the trail can be ridden around, as well as off-road edges and jumps can be rolled off. Please note: In wet or wintry conditions, the riding demands increase considerably due to the slippery surface. The current terms of use and rules of conduct can be viewed here: [www.mtblinz.at/bike-fairplay-pfenningberg/](http://www.mtblinz.at/bike-fairplay-pfenningberg/) [ Tour and route information ](#ttgCollapseTourdetails) --------------------------------------------------------- **Path number:** P99 **Starting place:** 4221 Steyregg **Destination:** 4221 Steyregg **duration:** 0h 4m **length:** 1,1 km **Altitude difference (downhill):** 188m **Lowest point:** 368m **Highest point:** 564m **difficulty:** medium **condition:** easy **panoramic view:** Individual Views **Paths covering:** Hiking trail, Other **further information:** - Experience of nature **details mountainbike**- Riding technique: medium [ ![Altitude profile Hornissen-Trail](//static.et4.de/ElevationProfileChart/Go.ashx?Experience=hoehenprofil-meta&Server=meta.tourdata.at&AddElevations=true&AddOfftrackWaypoints=false&AddSurfaces=true&AddWaypoints=false&globalid=tourdata_tour_430008283&width=355&height=250&FontSize=12&mkt=en) ![Altitude profile Hornissen-Trail](//static.et4.de/ElevationProfileChart/Go.ashx?Experience=hoehenprofil-meta&Server=meta.tourdata.at&AddElevations=true&AddOfftrackWaypoints=false&AddSurfaces=true&AddWaypoints=false&globalid=tourdata_tour_430008283&width=450&height=350&mkt=en) ](#ttgHoehenprofilModal "Hornissen-Trail") [ Opening hours ](#ttgCollapseOeffnungszeiten) ------------------------------------------------ Riding on the Hornissentrail is permitted year-round during the following contracted hours: October 1 - April 30: 09:00am - 05:00pm May 1 to September 30: 08:00am - 08:00pm Outside of these times, driving is strictly prohibited - for the benefit of nature and wildlife. For a functioning cooperation we ask you to accept the rules. Driving in bad weather or snow is allowed. [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- **Accessibility / arrival**The Hornet Trail can be reached via the official MTB tours P1, P2, and P3 at Pfenningberg. It is recommended to park at the starting points of the mountain bike tours in Steyregg or Plesching. Especially for trail riders, the free parking lot at the dirt park Pleschinger See is suitable. **Parking**- Parking space: 100 **Parking fees**free parking area at "Pleschinger See", next to "Dirtpark Linz". Camping forbidden! **Shuttle service**Shuttling on Pfenningberg is not desirable for the benefit of local residents and uphill cyclists on the narrow road. [ Prices ](#ttgCollapsePreise) -------------------------------- **General price information****For free.** You can donate to the local mountainbike community via [www.mtblinz.at](https://mtblinz.at/unterstuetze-uns/) - Free entry - voluntary contribution **Payment methods** Transfer **Mobile and online** PayPal [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - All weather - Suitable for teenagers - Suitable for single travelers - Suitable for families - Suitable for friends - Suitable for couples - Suitable for children **Other special suitabilities** Please note: In wet or wintry conditions, the riding demands increase considerably due to the slippery surface. "Trail dogs" are prohibited on the approved mountain bike trails on the Pfenningberg. **Most economical season**- Spring - Summer - Autumn [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Please get in touch for more information. [ Grooming service ](#ttgCollapseWegbetreuer) ----------------------------------------------- [ © Open copyright © Urheber: Martin Fabian Copyright: UpperTrails MTB-Linz Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/394718/673EE5863CDB4EE9C7DF3F9EB0DA3B27CCF4E80747130B74C975438A92294556/uppertrails-oberoesterreich.jpg "UpperTrails Oberösterreich (© Urheber: Martin Fabian Copyright: UpperTrails MTB-Linz)") UpperTrails | Verein MTB Linz ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/430029059/uppertrails-verein-mtb-linz.html) [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Hornissen-Trail** UpperTrails | Verein MTB Linz 4221 Steyregg mobile +43 660 5273484Show no. E-Mail [info@uppertrails.at](#mailto) Web [www.uppertrails.at/](https://www.uppertrails.at/ "New window") https://www.uppertrails.at/ --- **You can also visit us on** [ Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/MTBLinz) [ Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/mtb_linz/) [ YouTube ](https://www.youtube.com/@mtblinz) --- **We speak the following languages** German [ Inspiration ](#ttgCollapseMultimedia) ----------------------------------------- **Video:** [ Hornet Trail Helmet Camera ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PjsXnV8q08E "Link will open in a new window")Preview of the Hornet Trail, taken during the race for the "Trailpartie 2022". 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