Upper Austria - Trekhunt

Kalkalpenweg & Beyond – Hiking in Kalkalpen National Park

October 24th, 2022

Kalkalpen National Park, located in the province of Upper Austria, is one of Austria's 6 national parks. The tree-covered Kalkalpen is the largest forested area in Europe. That's why you couldn't find a perfect place for fresh air, relaxation and active recreation. Since Kalkalpen is not as well known and famous as the Hohe Tauern or the Gesause National Park, it gives it a charm. The experience is more relaxing because of the few tourists, and there will be no shortage of natural treasures and

Linz Top 9 Attractions, Austria 2023

October 3rd, 2022

Linz, the seat of the province of Upper Austria, is almost halfway between Salzburg and Vienna on the banks of the Danube. The nearest national park is Kalkalpen National Park, located south of the city. An unmissable destination if you are in the area. Baroque buildings, charming streets, modern museums and fresh air await everyone. Linz is the third-most populous city after Vienna and Graz. It has long been called the "steel city" because of its steel industry, but in recent decades, locals h

Salzkammergut 2025 - Attractions, lakes, and cities

September 14th, 2022

The Salzkammergut, which belongs to the three provinces (Upper Austria, Salzburg, Styria), is one of the historical regions of Austria. The area got its name from the region overseen by the Gmunden salt chamber (Salzkammergut means salt chamber). But its world fame is not due to this, but to the lakes and picturesque towns, the most famous of which is Hallstatt. Its historic small towns and spas also ensure the region's popularity. Its territory consists of 58 towns, more than 70% located in Up

Hallstatt Top 7 Attractions - Parking, history, useful information ...

August 26th, 2022

The charming Hallstatt is Austria's most visited village. The village on the shores of Lake Hallstattersee attracts many tourists every year. Some come here to relax, some to hike in the area. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997 as part of the Hallstatt-Dachstein cultural landscape. As mountains cross the Hallstatt area, only a small area could be used to build houses. Squeezed between the lake and the mountain, you will find lovely Austrian buildings of different colours. Pho

Lammerklamm Gorge - Opening hours, parking, route ...

October 14th, 2020

Lammerklamm Gorge is a romantic gorge about 45 minutes drive from Hallstatt. It is one of the lesser-known hidden gorges of Austria. So let’s take a look at what’s worth knowing about Lammer Gorge in our summary. Being a part of the city of Scheffau, the imposing gorge can be explored with a short hike, promising a family-friendly, half-day program. The gorge has been walkable for a long time - since 1884, to be exact, making it one of the first gorges to become walkable in Europe! The formati