Frequently asked questions about the Sebaldusweg
Frequently asked questions about the Sebaldusweg
Are you planning to walk the Sebaldus Way? Many questions are raised before every pilgrimage.
Here you will find all sorts of interesting facts about the route, the stages, our package and many other things that a pilgrim needs to know before or during their pilgrimage.
The Sebaldus Trail leads through the Upper Austrian Enns Valley from Großraming via Losenstein, Laussa, Maria Neustift and Gaflenz to Weyer, over the hills and heights of the National Park region.
There are two variants:
- 4-day stages (approx. 20-23 km each)
- 3-day stages (approx. 27-30 km each)
We generally recommend completing the 4-day stages, but if you feel physically fit, you can also complete the 3-day stages.
The trail is moderately difficult and requires a good basic level of fitness. Beginners should prepare themselves well.
In principle, you can start anywhere along the route. Most people get on in Großraming, as this is where stage 1 begins. If you book a package, you can spend the night at any package holiday accommodation and use the shuttle to cover the route as you wish.
From April to the beginning of November, we offer the Sebaldusweg Shuttle, a shuttle service that runs along the Sebaldusweg communities on weekdays as required and at weekends according to a timetable.
The cost per journey is €15. Transport is included for our guests when booking an overnight stay package.
There are 6 free public car parks:
Großraming: Public car parks behind the music school or at the former Salzwimmer inn
Losenstein: Public car parks at the train station or at the Blasl family inn
Laussa: Public car parks opposite the Baumgartner department stores'
Maria Neustift: Public car park on the left behind the municipal office
Gaflenz: Public car parks at the municipal office, outdoor pool
Weyer: Kreuzberg car park
The Sebaldusweg is very well signposted with clear markings and signposts. If you want to be well prepared for the trail in advance, we recommend purchasing a hiking map.
We recommend good hiking boots, weatherproof clothing and hiking poles. Don't forget your sun cream, as the trail is very sunny in places. We also recommend a "first aid kit" consisting of rotting handkerchiefs.
Yes, guided pilgrimage tours are offered from time to time, and there are several pilgrim guides in the region. If you are interested, simply contact the tourist office at reichraming@steyr-nationalpark.at
Yes, there are. However, most of them are located directly in the town centres and there are only a few places to stop off along the stages. It is generally advisable to research the opening hours of the establishments in advance. Along the way, there are always fountains with drinks where thirsty pilgrims can quench their thirst.
When you book an overnight package, you have many included services at your disposal:
- Daily transfer from your accommodation to the respective entry points, as well as pick-up from the stage destinations
- Daily snack bag for on the way
- 1 souvenir
- My personal pilgrimage diary
- Catering included: Breakfast or half board
Maps and other information material are available from the local tourist offices or can be ordered online on our website . The stamp pass can be found on the penultimate page of the Sebaldusweg brochure.
There are a total of 7 stamp stations along the trail. These can be found:
- At the municipal office in Großraming
- In the Losenstein parish church at the side entrance
- In the Laussa behind the parish church
- In the Maria Neustift pilgrimage church
- In Gaflenz in front of the municipal office
- In the Sebaldus church on the Heiligenstein
- In Weyer in front of the town hall
It is advisable to use the public toilets in the town centres. There are very few options during the stages. There are plenty of sources of drinking water and places to buy drinks, even outside the town centres along the route.
