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Unforgettable impressions - on a pilgrimage in Steyr and the National Park region
Pilgrimages in Upper Austria are as diverse as the landscape itself - and the region around Steyr and the Kalkalpen National Park offers the perfect conditions for this. Whether you are just starting out on a pilgrimage or are already an experienced pilgrim - everyone will find the right route here!
From gentle beginner routes to multi-day pilgrimage trails through the impressive nature around the Kalkalpen, from spiritual paths to pilgrimage tours by bike - the variety is impressive.
Pilgrims in the region immerse themselves in the beauty of the landscape. Whether through the gentle foothills of the Alps in the Krems Valley, along the emerald green Enns in the Enns Valley or at one of the vantage points with wonderful views over the Kalkalpen National Park - Steyr and the National Park region offer a particularly varied backdrop and ensure that every pilgrim returns home with lasting impressions.
Special events on the subject of pilgrimage
Current events on the subject of pilgrimage can be found here!
All pilgrimage options in the region
Whether you are a beginner, an experienced pilgrim or even a pilgrim by bike - everyone will find the right pilgrimage route for them here!
Sebaldusweg
The Sebaldus Trail stretches over 86 kilometres through the impressive nature of the Enns Valley. It leads to unique places of power, including the only pilgrimage church in Austria dedicated to St Sebaldus. The Heiligenstein is certainly a highlight of the pilgrimage - but there is also a perfect blend of nature, spirituality and tranquillity along the way between rolling hills, dense forests and sweeping views.
- Also known as the path of appreciation
- 86 kilometres
- 4 stages
- Municipalities along the way: Großraming, Losenstein, Laussa, Maria Neustift, Gaflenz, Weyer
Benedict Pilgrimage Trail Kremstal
The Benedikt-Pilgerrundweg Kremstal is a circular route that leads through the idyllic Upper Austrian Kremstal valley. Opened in spring 2024, the trail starts at the impressive Schlierbach Abbey and leads through picturesque landscapes, including the Wartberger Au. Highlights along the way include the Genuss- und Erlebnishof Mayr, the Magdalenaberg, the spiritual power place Georgenberg and the Grillparz, which rewards you with a breathtaking view over the Kremstal.
- 45 kilometres
- 3 daily stages
- Municipalities along the way: Schlierbach, Nußbach, Wartberg, Inzersdorf, Pettenbach, Micheldorf, Kirchdorf, Oberschlierbach
Benedict Pilgrimage Upper Austria
Pilgrimage across Austria - 20 daily stages
The Upper Austrian Benedict Pilgrimage Route connects most of the country's monasteries from Passau to Spital/Pyhrn over a distance of around 300 kilometres.
Stages that run through our region:
Mariazellerweg Upper Austria
Pilgrimage through Upper Austria, Lower Austria and Styria
The Mariazell Trail consists of several stages with a common destination: the pilgrimage site of Mariazell in northern Upper Styria.
Stages through our region:
Cycle pilgrimage on the Sebaldustour
The Sebaldustour invites cycle pilgrims to discover the impressive nature of the Kalkalpen National Park region and the Eisenwurzen. From Gaflenz and Weyer, seven star-shaped routes lead to spiritual places of power, historic churches and picturesque landscapes. On well-maintained paths, mostly off the beaten track, the tour combines exercise with inner contemplation.
- 7 routes with spiritual stage destinations
- Around 450 kilometres
- Gentle hills, forests & wide views
- Well-maintained cycle paths & side roads
The path of mindfulness
The Path of Mindfulness is a spiritual hiking trail that leads over almost 100 kilometres in five daily stages from the House of Mindfulness in Grünau im Almtal via Steyrling, the Steyr and Kremstal valleys back to the Almtal. This trail invites you to pause, consciously perceive and reflect on nature. Special places and content-related impulses on the topic of mindfulness complement the pilgrimage programme and offer a counter-trend to the constant sensory overload of the digital age.
This new, spiritual hiking trail is a cross-regional project and will be opened in spring 2025.
- Length: Just under 100 kilometres
- Stages: 5 daily stages
- Regions: Almtal, Steyrtal, Brunnental, Kremstal
Chapel path Maria Neustift
Walk & Pray - Go & Pray
Starting from the pilgrimage church, discover short walks in the Maria Neustift area, whose paths lead past many chapels and shrines and encourage you to pause and reflect.
Klosterweg - from Garsten to Admont
The monastery trail connects Garsten Abbey with Admont Abbey and runs for around 94 kilometres through the impressive landscape of the Enns Valley.
- Starting point: Garsten Abbey
- Route: Crossing the Enns Valley with cultural and scenic highlights
- Destination: Admont Abbey, known for its impressive library
Via Maria
Bavarian-Austrian Marian Way from Altötting to Mariazell. The trail runs right through Upper Austria and connects the Bavarian Marian pilgrimage site of Altötting with Mariazell.
Stages through our region:
Bookable pilgrimage offers
Bookable pilgrimage offers
Discover our packages for pilgrimages in the Kalkalpen National Park region. Swipe to the left to see the different offers.
Frequently asked questions
The region offers several pilgrimage routes for different requirements: the Sebaldusweg, the Benedikt-Pilgerrundweg Kremstal, the Weg der Achtsamkeit and the Klosterweg from Garsten to Admont, as well as many others. Each route combines scenic beauty with spiritual places of power.
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced pilgrim - the routes are designed so that they can be experienced in different stages. Cycling pilgrims will also find a suitable route on the Sebaldustour.
Yes, there are numerous guesthouses, inns and hotels that welcome pilgrims. Some paths, such as the Sebaldusweg, also offer stamping points and pilgrim hostels.
All pilgrimage routes are well signposted, and there are detailed maps & GPS datato help you find your way safely.
The best time is spring to autumn. In spring the meadows are in bloom, in summer the forests provide shade and in autumn the colourful foliage creates a special atmosphere.
Yes, the Sebaldustour offers pilgrims on two wheels a spiritual journey along gentle hills, forests and historic churches.
Yes, there are pilgrimage churches, monasteries and places of power along the routes, including St Sebald's Church, the Heiligenstein and the famous Admont Abbey with its baroque library.
Good walking shoes, weatherproof clothing, a water bottle and a small rucksack with snacks. For tours lasting several days, a pilgrim's pass is useful for collecting stamps.
Detailed information, maps & tips are available at reichraming@steyr-nationalpark.at
