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The Steyr Christkindl in the 1st Austrian Christmas Museum in the fireplace room. In the display cases you can see old parlour dolls and dolls' dishes.
Steyrer Christkindl in the Christmas Museum (c) Leutner
© Photo: Steyr and the National Park Region/Leutner: Steyr Christkindl
© Photo: Steyr and the National Park Region/Leutner: Steyr Christkindl
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Steyr and the National Park region

More in total - Steyr and the National Park region combine nature and culture with enjoyable moments. Embark on exciting journeys through time in the city and cultural events. Enjoy unspoilt nature along the rivers Enns, Steyr and Krems and discover the forests and alpine pastures in the Kalkalpen National Park with the UNESCO World Heritage Beech Forest. Breathtaking panoramas and views await you on countless hikes, exceptional climbing areas and cycle routes for leisure cyclists and mountain bikers alike.
Discover our winter experiences in the cold season, from winter hiking to horse-drawn sleigh rides. In Advent, the Christmas region of Steyr enchants with old traditions and customs.

Advent in the Christkindlregion Steyr

Around the Christkindl district of Steyr, the Christkindl region has developed into a very special place:
Old customs and lovingly cultivated traditions bring Advent to life in a unique way - an experience that enchants guests and locals alike.

Zu sehen sind Hütten eines Adventmarktes, ein beleuchteter Christbaum vor dem Bummerlhaus am Steyrer Stadtplatz. Es ist bereits Abend und es sind viele Besucher zu sehen.
Package | Advent in the Christkindl town
from € 149,- p.p.
© Adventdorf rund um den Leopoldibrunnen (c) Julia Ludwig
The picture shows a wintry village scene at night. In the centre is a large, brightly lit Christmas tree, surrounded by small, decorative houses and shops, which are also festively illuminated. The ground is covered in snow, creating an atmospheric, Christmassy atmosphere.
Advent calendar village
Steinbach an der Steyr
© Tman
Zu sehen sind Hütten eines Adventmarktes, ein beleuchteter Christbaum vor dem Bummerlhaus am Steyrer Stadtplatz. Es ist bereits Abend und es sind viele Besucher zu sehen.
Advent markets
in the Christkind region
© Adventdorf rund um den Leopoldibrunnen (c) Julia Ludwig
A steam locomotive travels through a wintry landscape with snow. The smoking chimney and the snow-covered fields create a nostalgic atmosphere.
Steyrtal museum railway
Christkindlstadt - Advent calendar village
© TVB Steyr und die Nationalpark Region
Scene from the stick puppet theatre Steyrer Kripperl with the night watchman.
Steyr cot
Rod puppet theatre
© Photo: Wolfgang Hack: Steyrer Kripperl
A handcrafted sales booth featuring various wooden sculptures from Tanzania. In the foreground, several blackwood figures of people can be seen.
Cot house
Steinbach an der Steyr
© T-Man
A hand stamps an envelope on a table. In the background, other documents are visible.
Christkindl post office
in the place of pilgrimage Christkindl
© TVB Steyr und die Nationalpark Region

Winter in Steyr and the National Park region

The Enns Hut in Großraming in a wintery snowy landscape
Mountain huts open in winter
© Photo: Zeiselberger: Ennser Hut in winter
Snow-covered mountain landscape, snowy branches in the sunshine.
13 things you have to experience in the Kalkalpen National Park in winter
© Photo: Steyr and the National Park Region/Tman: Winter mountain landscape
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The diversity of our region

Zwei Wanderer mit Rucksaecken am Bahnsteig
Climate-friendly travelling
public to the most beautiful hikes
© Foto OEBB/Harald Eisenberger: Wanderer am Bahnhof
A young cyclist takes a rest and sunbaths on a pile of logs
Stories from the region
People, craftsmanship, traditions
© Photo: TVB Steyr and the National Park Region/Elias Gruber: Radlerrast Laussa
Two women visit the Bernardisaal in Schlierbach Abbey
Excursion destinations
© Photo: Upper Austria Tourism/Steyr and the National Park Region/Stefan Mayerhofer: Bernardisaal

Cycling & hiking

Two hikers on the Sebaldus Trail, with the beautiful mountain landscape of the Upper Austrian Enns Valley in the background.
Hiking in the Kalkalpen National Park region
Walking & hiking trails, summit tours, themed and circular hiking trails, alpine pastures & huts
© Photo: Oberoesterreich Tourismus GmbH/Stefan Mayerhofer: Sebaldus Trail
Two cyclists on the Enns cycle path with a view of Losenstein Castle
Cycling & mountain biking
Cycle paths and mountain bike tours for beginners and advanced cyclists
© Photo: TVB Steyr National Park Region/Moritz Ablinger: Ennsradweg with a view of Losenstein Castle.
Two hikers enjoy the beautiful panorama while hiking along the Sebaldusweg.
Sebaldusweg
Pilgrimage along the path of appreciation
© Photo: Oberoesterreich Tourismus GmbH/Stefan Mayerhofer: Sebaldus Trail
Benedictine Way Pilgrimage Route
From monastery to monastery
© Schlierbach_c_Gemeinde_Schlierbach
Two people are sitting in the meadow. They are enjoying the sunshine and the view.
Sebaldus tour
Cycle pilgrimage from Gaflenz/Weyer
© Foto: TVB Steyr Nationalpark Region/ Eva Drosdek Fotodesign
Mountain biker takes a break on a bench and looks down on the sea of fog below in glorious sunshine.
Bed+Bike businesses
© Photo: upMove: Mountain biking
Two mountain bikers in the historic old town of Steyr, in the background the archway to Lamberg Castle.
Traunviertel Tour
Cycling holiday | Pleasure tour in 7 daily stages
© Photo: Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Erber: Enns cycle path R7 through the old town of Steyr
Steyrtal cycle shuttle
1 May - 26 October

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© Photo: Steyr and the National Park Region/Wolfgang Hack: Confluence
View of the confluence of the Enns and Steyr rivers, with Steyr's old town behind in the sunshine and blue sky.
Experience

City & Culture

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© Photo: Steyr and the National Park Region/OÖ Tourismus GmbH/Stefan Mayerhofer: Hiking
Couple hiking in Steyr and the National Park Region
Recreation & Active

Nature

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Conferences & Incentives

Business Class

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Culinary delights - enjoy the region!

Regional delicacies served against the backdrop of the hilly landscape of the foothills of the Alps.
Food & Drink
Catering establishments
© Photo: Steyr and the National Park Region/K. Mitterhauser: Pleasure
Grammel dumplings served on a white plate
Recipes from the region
Have fun cooking!
© Photo: Knapp am Eck: Grammel dumplings
Two people observe production in the cheese dairy at Schlierbach Abbey.
Culinary experiences
Guided tours, show businesses, tastings
© Photo: Steyr and the National Park Region/Stift Schlierbach: Cheese Dairy
Customised information before and during the trip.
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