Benedict pilgrimage route Kremstal stage 1

culturally interesting
Multi-day tour

Interactive elevation profile

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Tour-Details

Starting place: 4553 Schlierbach

Destination: 4553 Schlierbach

duration: 3h 49m

length: 15,2 km

Altitude difference (uphill): 226m

Altitude difference (downhill): 156m

Lowest point: 372m

Highest point: 551m

Paths covering:

Asphalt, Path / trail, Gravel, Street, Other

Short description:
The Kremstal Benedict pilgrimage route is a circular route that branches off from the main Benedict route in Schlierbach and leads through the beautiful Upper Austrian Kremstal valley over a distance of 50 kilometres and three daily stages.

The villages of Schlierbach, Nußbach, Wartberg, Inzersdorf, Micheldorf and the district capital of Kirchdorf are nestled in the marvellous valley landscape. The route through these villages is for the most part very moderate and flat, with only the ascent to Grillparz - a magnificent viewpoint over the entire valley - and the path up to the Magdalenaberg church involving metres in altitude.

Each place has its own story to tell, so pilgrims are advised to take in the many views and insights and let them sink in.

Recommended season:

April
May
June
July
August
September
October

Properties:

Multi-stage route
Refreshment stops available
Cultural/historical value

Description:
The trail leads from Schlierbach Cistercian Abbey past Dorff Castle through the villages of Hofern and Ellersbach directly onto the new dam path from the retention basin in the Kremsauen. Along the Krems river there are marvellous resting places to pause, enjoy and recharge your batteries. The repeated change of perspective is also fascinating, with the Cistercian abbey of Schlierbach, the Magdalenaberg church, the Georgenberg and Altpernstein castle showing their best sides, but the fascination always remains the same.

Directions:
Stage 1:

In Wartberg, you can stop off at a traditional inn or a traditional bakery-cafe, and we also recommend a detour to the beautiful late Gothic parish church with its Baroque spire. Well-fuelled and full of energy, the route now continues south-westwards via the Hubertus Chapel, following the Ramwoldn farm track up to the villages of Strienzing and Maisdorf and on to the Mayr barbecue school. The first stage of the day ends here.