Long-distance hiking trails
in 360° Alpenland
Stages full of vision
Multi-day hikes in mountains & nature
Long-distance hiking in 360° Alpenland means immersing yourself deeper step by step - in alpine landscapes, in quiet forests, in your own strength. Multi-day hiking trails lead through the mountains between Pyhrn and Priel, through the unspoilt nature of the Kalkalpen National Park and further along clear rivers to the region's historic towns.
The stages have been chosen to be challenging but not too demanding. Sure-footed mountain lovers can expect panoramic high-altitude trails and more challenging climbs in the south of the region. Pleasure hikers follow the more leisurely stages from mountain pasture to mountain pasture, spend the night in cosy huts and start a new day of hiking with the first morning light.
On the way, you will spend the night where hospitality is practised: in mountain huts, family-run inns or hotels in the valley. The result is a hiking holiday that combines an experience of nature and regional flavours - from a hearty alpine breakfast to a well-earned dinner with local produce.
Whether you are an advanced hiker, a backpacker or hiking from hut to hut: long-distance hiking trails combine nature experiences, regional cuisine and leave room for views, conversation and tranquillity.
The Kalkalpenweg
The Kalkalpenweg is a journey into the silent power of the mountains - and to many of the most beautiful alpine pastures in the region! Over around 150 kilometres, the route takes you in 11 daily stages from Reichraming in the Enns Valley through the forest wilderness of the Kalkalpen National Park to the mountain world between Pyhrn and Priel.
The Kalkalpenweg requires mindfulness of nature and terrain - and a good basic level of fitness. The stages are mostly easy to moderately difficult, with some sections requiring surefootedness and stamina. Those who are prepared for this will be rewarded with an intensive form of hiking holiday in Upper Austria.
The ideal time for this multi-day hike is between June and September. This is when the paths are usually free of snow and easy to walk on - ideal conditions for your long-distance hiking experience in 360° Alpenland.
The Lynx Trail
The Luchs Trail leads through the wild centre of Austria - with pristine forests, wild gorges, rushing mountain streams and steep rocky slopes.
In 13 daily stages, this special long-distance hike leads from Reichraming in Upper Austria through the Kalkalpen National Park with its UNESCO World Heritage beech forests, on to the Gesäuse National Park and finally to the Dürrenstein Wilderness Area. Three internationally recognised protected areas combine to form a route that makes it possible to experience Austria's last great wild spaces.
With around 250 kilometres, 12,000 metres in altitude and 13 daily stages on the classic route, the Luchs Trail is one of the most challenging long-distance hikes in the Alps. Individual stages exceed the 20-kilometre mark and require surefootedness and a good sense of your own pace.
Interesting facts about the long-distance hiking trails in 360° Alpenland:
Long-distance hiking trails with great views run through the 360° Alpine region - from the mountains between Pyhrn and Priel to the valleys around the Kalkalpen National Park. Multi-day tours connect mountain pastures, ridges and river valleys. Travelling here means experiencing Upper Austria on foot - intensively, quietly and close to the landscape.
The Kalkalpen National Park stands for unspoilt nature and UNESCO beech forests. Long-distance hiking trails lead through secluded valleys, past clear streams and wooded heights. What counts here is the pace of your steps - and a willingness to embrace the silence.
The long-distance hiking trails in 360° Alpenland range from moderate valley routes to alpine high-altitude trails with challenging passages. Good fitness and planning are important - the rewards are expansive views, safe markings and an infrastructure that provides orientation.
From late spring to the colourful autumn, the 360° Alpine region is hiking-friendly. Long days in the mountains beckon in summer, clear views in autumn. The conditions vary depending on the altitude - planning brings safety.
Along many multi-day tours, you will find mountain huts and lodges. This is where you can round off a day's hiking with regional cuisine before clouds of mist hang over the meadows in the morning. An overnight stay in a mountain hut combines an experience of nature with genuine Upper Austrian hospitality.
Careful tour planning is part of long-distance hiking. Stage lengths, altitude metres and overnight stays should be coordinated in advance. 360° Alpenland provides hiking maps, digital route information and regional contacts to help you prepare.
The long-distance hiking trails in Upper Austria are uniformly marked and lead reliably through mountain and valley landscapes. Signposts, markings and regional signposting ensure safety - even on longer stages.
Alpine variants with exposed passages and longer climbs require experience. The Pyhrn-Priel region in particular offers high-altitude trails with an alpine character. Those with mountain experience will find tours with substance here.
Ankle-high hiking boots, weather protection, sufficient water and well thought-out stage planning form the basis. Depending on the route, hiking poles and maps may be useful. Safety comes from preparation.