Heiligenstein via Pfarralm

Description:

The hike to Heiligenstein offers a magnificent panoramic view of Gaflenz and the peaks of the Weyrer Bögen (Almkogel, Bodenwies ...), Gesäuse Mountains, and the Haller Mauern, and also leads to a traditional pilgrimage site, the only Sebaldus church in Austria.

Hiking trail: E07

Directions:

Starting from the town center, the hiking trail E07 leads over the Pfarralm to Heiligenstein, and several other paths are available to Heiligenstein, allowing for different circular hikes.

Variants:

E06 crossing or descent to Weyer (or vice versa) from Gaflenz via the station trail (about 1.5 hours, 295 m elevation)

E08 from Lindau via the Oberwinkel farm (2 hours, 335 m elevation)

E09 from Weyer via the nature trail theme path: At several stations in and around the church, visitors receive information about the history of the mountain sanctuary, its significance as a pilgrimage site, and the work of Saint Sebald.

The so-called sacristan’s house now houses the snack station. From May to October on weekends and public holidays, guests are treated to regional specialties and homemade pastries.

Tip:
Climate-friendly to the National Park Region - Gaflenz train station: By train, you are at the starting point for this hike in about 2 hours from Linz and about 2.5 hours from Vienna.