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Circular Hiking World Hinterstoder
© Schachner
Village-Promenade
Walking Time: 1 hour
Length: 2,9 km
Refreshment Stops: Jaidhaus, Sportbuffet, Pizzeria Mamamia, Café Annemarie, Gasthof zur Post, Dorfstub’n, Café Gollner, Landgasthof Schmalzerhof
From the village fountain in Hinterstoder (between church & Höss hall) walk across the „Wildmeister“ bridge to the other side of the river Steyr. Take the turn off to the left, pass the buildings of the Württemberg’schen Forest Administration and walk across wide meadows with the slightly elevated Stegergut, an old traditional farm building, to your right. A gravel road leads further to Villa Huem, which was converted into a hunting lodge in the beginning of the 20th century. Cross over the river Steyr again and continue along meadows and passing the sports field to an old small forester’s lodge before reaching the village road, which leads you back into the centre of the village.
Kneipp-Promenade
Walking Time: ¾ hour
Length: 2 km
Refreshment Stops: Sportbuffet, Pizzeria Mamamia, Café Annemarie, Gasthof zur Post, Dorfstub’n, Café Gollner, Landgasthof Schmalzerhof
Starting from the village fountain the path leads along the village road through the centre of the village to the big cable car parking area. Turn left towards the leisure centre and walk along the gravel path behind the tennis courts towards the river Steyr, where the Kneipp area is situated on the opposite bank and easily reached by walking along the river for a short while before crossing over on a wooden bridge. The Kneipp area is freely accessible and easy to use. According to the philosophies of priest Kneipp you can follow the exercises and the use of cold water to enhance your health. Many benches invite you to relax and enjoy quiet moments. Continue along the gravel path following the river upstream to the „Wildmeister“ bridge back to your starting point.
Öttl Circular Trail
Walking Time: 2 ¼ hours
Length: 5,7 km
Refreshment Stops: Sportbuffet, Pizzeria Mamamia, Café Annemarie, Gasthof zur Post, Dorfstub’n, Café Gollner, Landgasthof Schmalzerhof
On the sunny side of the valley, close to the beginning of the Hametner path and only a few walking minutes from the centre of the village you will find a gravel road leading into the side valley of the Steger stream. A brief steep climb gets you to a wood glade after which you turn left towards the sunny slopes of the Öttl mountain. Follow the markings along romantic forest and meadow paths with a slight climb until you reach the Öttl farm. From there a gravel road leads down into the valley, crossing a few ditches and streams on the way leading westwards through a pine forest ending between the Schiederweiher pond and the Johannishof farm, merging with the Polsterlucken Circular Trail. From there follow the Flötzer path back to your starting point in the centre of the village.
Poppenberg Circular Trail
Walking Time: 3 ¾ hours
Length: 10 km
Refreshment Stops: Mostschenke Flötzerstub’n, Jaidhaus, Sportbuffet, Pizzeria Mamamia, Café Annemarie, Gasthof zur Post, Dorfstub’n, Café Gollner, Landgasthof Schmalzerhof
From the beginning of the Kneipp area follow the river downstream, pass Pension Prielerkreuz and cross the river Steyr over the Schachingersteig bridge. The path to the Poppenberg mountain (860m) starts on the opposite side, next to the petrol station and leads steeply uphill to a viewing platform an a protruding rock. From here you can enjoy stunning views of the valley. Follow the forest road downhill along the sunny side and in an easterly direction around the mountain. You can shorten your path in Schönau by walking the shady part of the mountain straight downhill towards the Stoder Valley main road or further on to the Stromboding waterfalls to return back to your starting point along the Flötzer path. The proper path leads along forest and field paths passing a number of mountain farmhouses, circling the entire Steyrsberg mountain offering views to the opposite sunny side of the Tambergau, which you reach by following the tar-road for a short while before taking a path through the forest down into the area of Tambergau. There you cross the Stoder Valley main road as well as the river Steyr on the “Sagmeister” bridge to continue along the Flötzer path upstream towards the Stromboding waterfall and back into the village.
Polsterlucken Circular Trail
Walking Timet: 2 hours
Lenght: 5,5 km
Refreshment Stops: Polsterstüberl
The most popular hiking path of the Stoder Valley starts from the parking area at the Johannishof farm, which is situated approx. 1,5 km after the village centre. Cross the river Steyr, pass the Johannishof farm and continue along the path to the most beautiful spot with picture post card view – the Schiederweiher Pond surrounded by the most prominent peaks of the Tote Gebirge mountain range (Great Priel, Spitzmauer…) Continue towards the Polsterlucke (the term „Lucke“ is generally used in this area to describe caves) until you reach a farmhouse (refreshment stop Polsterstüberl) situated in the centre of lush meadows and surrounded by mountain peaks. Follow the gravel road in a south-easterly direction, pass the Klinsergut farm with its game feeding points and turn to your left to get back to the Schiederweiher pond and the Johannishof farm.
Cider Farmers Circular Trail
Walking Time: 3 ¾ hours
Length: 10 km
Refreshment Stops: Mostschenke Flötzerstub’n, Gasthof Sonnfeld
The area Tambergau is situated four kilometres before reaching the village centre of Hinterstoder. The lengthy trail starts at the „Sagmeister“ bridge and leads a short way back up the valley along the Stoder Valley main road. Pass the farmhouses Peterhof and Grausgrab to follow the trail along the wooded slope of the Tamberg mountain to the Salmer farm. Pass the Bruderhof farm and follow the path from the Immerl farm along a tar-road down to the Eselsbach stream and cross over to the other side to the foot of the Steyersberg mountain leading you up the mountain to the Friedl farm. Up there you cross over into the Loigis Valley where the route turns to lead underneath the Stensberger farm and further on to a forest leading to the Poppenberg mountain. The forest leads gently down the Steyersberg mountain through a beech forest back to your starting point.
Stoder Valley Panorama Circular Trail
Walking Time: 6 ½ hours
Length: 18 km
Refreshment Stops: Dorfstüberl, Bergpfeffer, Landhotel Stockerwirt, Jaidhaus, Sportbuffet, Pizzeria Mamamia, Café Annemarie, Gasthof zur Post, Dorfstub’n, Café Gollner, Landgasthof Schmalzerhof
From the beginning of the Kneipp area follow the river downstream, pass Pension Prielerkreuz and cross the river Steyr over the Schachingersteig bridge. Follow the path to the Poppenberg mountain (860m), which starts on the opposite side, next to the petrol station and leads steeply uphill to the “Stoder View” viewing platform. From here you can enjoy stunning views of the valley. Stay on this altitude and hike along the ridge of the mountain above the Loigis Valley to Vorderstoder. The trail leads over farm roads, forest and meadow paths passing a number of farmhouses on the way directly into the village centre of Vorderstoder. Continue on the opposite side of the village – the Hutterer side – by following the road uphill and through meadows for about 1 km. Pass the farmhouses Hackl and Bärngut before the path forks off to the right, passes the Hutstückl farmhouse and leads towards the mountain range. From the Wartegggut farmhouse at 806 m above sea level, the road leads steeply downhill back into the valley. The circular path ends gently between the Country Hotel Gressenbauer and Hotel Poppengut in Hinterstoder, only a few minutes away from your starting point.
Stoder Valley Height Trail
Walking Time: 4 ¾ hours
Length: 13 km
Refreshment Stops: Polsterstüberl, Jaidhaus, Sportbuffet, Pizzeria Mamamia, Café Annemarie, Gasthof zur Post, Dorfstub’n, Café Gollner, Landgasthof Schmalzerhof
Beginning from the path next to the Hotel Poppengut you walk steeply uphill towards the toll road, which is the highest point at this stage. Pass the Fröstl farm further into the valley – cross the „Hannes Trinkl“ downhill racing track as well as the slope leading into the village. Shortly after the Sturmgut farm the path turns up into the forest. When you have reached the Geislitzkogel mountain do not miss a side trip to the northern edge of the terrain where you will find the viewing point of the Schiederweiher pond. Continue downhill over a steep western slope to the Rinnergut farm, cross over the Stoder Valley main road and follow a lovely path along the meadow leading upstream the river Steyr to the bridge at the Pehamvilla. Cross the river and continue on the Flötzer path back up the valley to the Polsterlucke, the Schiederweiher pond and back to the centre of the village.
Steyrbergerreith Circular Trail
Walking Time: 5 ¼ hours
Length: 14 km
Refreshment Stops: Schutzhütte Edtbauernalm, Lögerhütte, Steyrsbergerreith, Almgasthof Baumschlagerberg
You can shorten this trail tremendously by using the cable car, which takes you 800m up to the Hutterer Plateau. Alternatively you can walk up from the bottom station along the shady northern slopes – partly following the ski slopes along farm roads, partly on narrow paths. From the top station of the cable car (the actual beginning point of this trail) you can take an easy stroll to the eastern part of the plateau, the Edtbauernalm alpine meadow & hut. Follow the path on the outer edge of the ridge and experience the spectacular view from the protruding rock – called chamoix seat – into the depths of the valley. After a short stay in the “raised hide” as hunters call it, you continue downhill. Parallel to your path, which is has been cut into the mountain, the slope drops steeply. The wild & romantic path leads into a farm road at the bottom of the Rot Valley. Turn right after approx. 2 km and follow a path through the forest and up over an alpine meadow to one of the most original alpine huts still in operation today – the Steyrsbergerreith alpine hut. Forest paths lead you back downhill to the alpine restaurant Almgasthof Baumschlagerberg situated in the municipal area of Vorderstoder. Follow the tar-road for a short period before the road merges with the Stoder Valley Panorama Trail to lead you back to the village centre of Hinterstoder along easy gravel roads.
Hutterer Plateau Circular Trail
Walking Time: 1 ½ hours
Length: 3,7 km
Refreshment Stops: Schutzhütte Edtbauernalm, Lögerhütte
Starting at the top station of the cable car there is a gravel road which connects all the ski and alpine huts positioned around the centre of the alpine plateau and all the way to the Edtbauernalm alpine hut, situated at the eastern end of the plateau. A side trip to the Chamoix Seat is worthwile – an exposed rock, similar to the raised hide of a hunter – offering you fascinating views. The way back leads slightly uphill and meanders through old pine trees along the foot of the ski slopes. The final part drops slightly and leads you back to the alpine huts in the central area of the plateau.
Hutterer Alpine Meadows Circular Trail
Walking Time: 3 hours
Length: 7,5 km
Refreshment Stops: Schutzhütte Edtbauernalm, Lögerhütte
The alpine meadow trail starts at the cable car mountain station or the parking area of the Höss Toll Road on the Hutterer Plateau at approx. 1.400 m above sea level. A well maintained farm road passes the bottom station of the 6-person chair lift, the Höss Express, and leads quickly uphill to the west. Enjoy your first uninterrupted and breathtaking view across the alpine panorama of the Tote Gebirge mountain range from the “Hutterer Lake”. Continue through a clear larch forest to the most western point of the area with stunning views over dolomite towers to the alpine huts of the Hutterer Alm (alpine meadow) at approx. 1.600 m above sea level. Should you decide to turn back, then follow the path leading eastwards down to the Edtbauernalm (alpine hut & meadow) or continue a level up to the alpine meadows at approx. 1.800m above sea level. From there you can take the Höss Express for a quick and easy descent back to the Hutterer Plateau. If you prefer to walk, continue along the same path back to the Hutterer Alm and follow the markings to the Edtbauernalm, along a narrow path leading through the larch forest at first, followed by the pine trees, lift areas and ski slopes crossing diagonally downhill. From the centre of the Hutterer Plateau follow the path westwards back to your starting point.
Höss Circular Trail
Walking Time: ¾ hours
Length: 1,8 km
Refreshment Stops: Berggasthof Hutterer Höss
Starting point of the Höss Circular Trail is the top station of the Höss Express at approx. 1.800 m above sea level. The circular trail leads along a practically level path through the lush alpine meadows and alpine bushes – called „Latschen“ (needle bushes) and rises gently through the „Latschen Labyrinth“ to the so-called Schneeofen (snow oven) along the south-eastern edge of the terrain. The alpine meadow path takes a south-westerly direction at a later stage, crosses the alpine path to the Schrockengrat ridge and leads slightly uphill again to the viewing platform „Dachsteinblick“. From here the path continues downhill: meandering through alpine needle bushes in downhill serpentines to the fascinating view of the two most prominent peaks, Great Priel and Spitzmauer (pointed wall), also reflected in the waters of the Schafkogel Lake. From the lake the path passes a small mountain chapel and leads back to the mountain restaurant Berggasthof Höss and further to the top station of the 6-person chair lift, the Höss Express.
Höss Alpine Circular Trail
Walking Time: 1 ½ hours
Length: 3,5 km
Refreshment Stops: Berggasthof Hutterer Höss
From the starting point at the top of the 6-person chairlift – the Höss Express – you follow the trail of the Höss Circular Trail to the snow oven (Schneeofen), soon after which the Höss Alpine Circular Trail forks off southwards to the Schafkögel mountain. The path meanders downhill again along the western edge of the terrain with steep drops down into the Weißenbach Valley to reconnect after a 200m drop in height with the Höss Circular Path just above the viewing platform „Dachsteinblick“ .
Walking Time: 1 hour
Length: 2,9 km
Refreshment Stops: Jaidhaus, Sportbuffet, Pizzeria Mamamia, Café Annemarie, Gasthof zur Post, Dorfstub’n, Café Gollner, Landgasthof Schmalzerhof
From the village fountain in Hinterstoder (between church & Höss hall) walk across the „Wildmeister“ bridge to the other side of the river Steyr. Take the turn off to the left, pass the buildings of the Württemberg’schen Forest Administration and walk across wide meadows with the slightly elevated Stegergut, an old traditional farm building, to your right. A gravel road leads further to Villa Huem, which was converted into a hunting lodge in the beginning of the 20th century. Cross over the river Steyr again and continue along meadows and passing the sports field to an old small forester’s lodge before reaching the village road, which leads you back into the centre of the village.
Kneipp-Promenade
Walking Time: ¾ hour
Length: 2 km
Refreshment Stops: Sportbuffet, Pizzeria Mamamia, Café Annemarie, Gasthof zur Post, Dorfstub’n, Café Gollner, Landgasthof Schmalzerhof
Starting from the village fountain the path leads along the village road through the centre of the village to the big cable car parking area. Turn left towards the leisure centre and walk along the gravel path behind the tennis courts towards the river Steyr, where the Kneipp area is situated on the opposite bank and easily reached by walking along the river for a short while before crossing over on a wooden bridge. The Kneipp area is freely accessible and easy to use. According to the philosophies of priest Kneipp you can follow the exercises and the use of cold water to enhance your health. Many benches invite you to relax and enjoy quiet moments. Continue along the gravel path following the river upstream to the „Wildmeister“ bridge back to your starting point.
Öttl Circular Trail
Walking Time: 2 ¼ hours
Length: 5,7 km
Refreshment Stops: Sportbuffet, Pizzeria Mamamia, Café Annemarie, Gasthof zur Post, Dorfstub’n, Café Gollner, Landgasthof Schmalzerhof
On the sunny side of the valley, close to the beginning of the Hametner path and only a few walking minutes from the centre of the village you will find a gravel road leading into the side valley of the Steger stream. A brief steep climb gets you to a wood glade after which you turn left towards the sunny slopes of the Öttl mountain. Follow the markings along romantic forest and meadow paths with a slight climb until you reach the Öttl farm. From there a gravel road leads down into the valley, crossing a few ditches and streams on the way leading westwards through a pine forest ending between the Schiederweiher pond and the Johannishof farm, merging with the Polsterlucken Circular Trail. From there follow the Flötzer path back to your starting point in the centre of the village.
Poppenberg Circular Trail
Walking Time: 3 ¾ hours
Length: 10 km
Refreshment Stops: Mostschenke Flötzerstub’n, Jaidhaus, Sportbuffet, Pizzeria Mamamia, Café Annemarie, Gasthof zur Post, Dorfstub’n, Café Gollner, Landgasthof Schmalzerhof
From the beginning of the Kneipp area follow the river downstream, pass Pension Prielerkreuz and cross the river Steyr over the Schachingersteig bridge. The path to the Poppenberg mountain (860m) starts on the opposite side, next to the petrol station and leads steeply uphill to a viewing platform an a protruding rock. From here you can enjoy stunning views of the valley. Follow the forest road downhill along the sunny side and in an easterly direction around the mountain. You can shorten your path in Schönau by walking the shady part of the mountain straight downhill towards the Stoder Valley main road or further on to the Stromboding waterfalls to return back to your starting point along the Flötzer path. The proper path leads along forest and field paths passing a number of mountain farmhouses, circling the entire Steyrsberg mountain offering views to the opposite sunny side of the Tambergau, which you reach by following the tar-road for a short while before taking a path through the forest down into the area of Tambergau. There you cross the Stoder Valley main road as well as the river Steyr on the “Sagmeister” bridge to continue along the Flötzer path upstream towards the Stromboding waterfall and back into the village.
Polsterlucken Circular Trail
Walking Timet: 2 hours
Lenght: 5,5 km
Refreshment Stops: Polsterstüberl
The most popular hiking path of the Stoder Valley starts from the parking area at the Johannishof farm, which is situated approx. 1,5 km after the village centre. Cross the river Steyr, pass the Johannishof farm and continue along the path to the most beautiful spot with picture post card view – the Schiederweiher Pond surrounded by the most prominent peaks of the Tote Gebirge mountain range (Great Priel, Spitzmauer…) Continue towards the Polsterlucke (the term „Lucke“ is generally used in this area to describe caves) until you reach a farmhouse (refreshment stop Polsterstüberl) situated in the centre of lush meadows and surrounded by mountain peaks. Follow the gravel road in a south-easterly direction, pass the Klinsergut farm with its game feeding points and turn to your left to get back to the Schiederweiher pond and the Johannishof farm.
Cider Farmers Circular Trail
Walking Time: 3 ¾ hours
Length: 10 km
Refreshment Stops: Mostschenke Flötzerstub’n, Gasthof Sonnfeld
The area Tambergau is situated four kilometres before reaching the village centre of Hinterstoder. The lengthy trail starts at the „Sagmeister“ bridge and leads a short way back up the valley along the Stoder Valley main road. Pass the farmhouses Peterhof and Grausgrab to follow the trail along the wooded slope of the Tamberg mountain to the Salmer farm. Pass the Bruderhof farm and follow the path from the Immerl farm along a tar-road down to the Eselsbach stream and cross over to the other side to the foot of the Steyersberg mountain leading you up the mountain to the Friedl farm. Up there you cross over into the Loigis Valley where the route turns to lead underneath the Stensberger farm and further on to a forest leading to the Poppenberg mountain. The forest leads gently down the Steyersberg mountain through a beech forest back to your starting point.
Stoder Valley Panorama Circular Trail
Walking Time: 6 ½ hours
Length: 18 km
Refreshment Stops: Dorfstüberl, Bergpfeffer, Landhotel Stockerwirt, Jaidhaus, Sportbuffet, Pizzeria Mamamia, Café Annemarie, Gasthof zur Post, Dorfstub’n, Café Gollner, Landgasthof Schmalzerhof
From the beginning of the Kneipp area follow the river downstream, pass Pension Prielerkreuz and cross the river Steyr over the Schachingersteig bridge. Follow the path to the Poppenberg mountain (860m), which starts on the opposite side, next to the petrol station and leads steeply uphill to the “Stoder View” viewing platform. From here you can enjoy stunning views of the valley. Stay on this altitude and hike along the ridge of the mountain above the Loigis Valley to Vorderstoder. The trail leads over farm roads, forest and meadow paths passing a number of farmhouses on the way directly into the village centre of Vorderstoder. Continue on the opposite side of the village – the Hutterer side – by following the road uphill and through meadows for about 1 km. Pass the farmhouses Hackl and Bärngut before the path forks off to the right, passes the Hutstückl farmhouse and leads towards the mountain range. From the Wartegggut farmhouse at 806 m above sea level, the road leads steeply downhill back into the valley. The circular path ends gently between the Country Hotel Gressenbauer and Hotel Poppengut in Hinterstoder, only a few minutes away from your starting point.
Stoder Valley Height Trail
Walking Time: 4 ¾ hours
Length: 13 km
Refreshment Stops: Polsterstüberl, Jaidhaus, Sportbuffet, Pizzeria Mamamia, Café Annemarie, Gasthof zur Post, Dorfstub’n, Café Gollner, Landgasthof Schmalzerhof
Beginning from the path next to the Hotel Poppengut you walk steeply uphill towards the toll road, which is the highest point at this stage. Pass the Fröstl farm further into the valley – cross the „Hannes Trinkl“ downhill racing track as well as the slope leading into the village. Shortly after the Sturmgut farm the path turns up into the forest. When you have reached the Geislitzkogel mountain do not miss a side trip to the northern edge of the terrain where you will find the viewing point of the Schiederweiher pond. Continue downhill over a steep western slope to the Rinnergut farm, cross over the Stoder Valley main road and follow a lovely path along the meadow leading upstream the river Steyr to the bridge at the Pehamvilla. Cross the river and continue on the Flötzer path back up the valley to the Polsterlucke, the Schiederweiher pond and back to the centre of the village.
Steyrbergerreith Circular Trail
Walking Time: 5 ¼ hours
Length: 14 km
Refreshment Stops: Schutzhütte Edtbauernalm, Lögerhütte, Steyrsbergerreith, Almgasthof Baumschlagerberg
You can shorten this trail tremendously by using the cable car, which takes you 800m up to the Hutterer Plateau. Alternatively you can walk up from the bottom station along the shady northern slopes – partly following the ski slopes along farm roads, partly on narrow paths. From the top station of the cable car (the actual beginning point of this trail) you can take an easy stroll to the eastern part of the plateau, the Edtbauernalm alpine meadow & hut. Follow the path on the outer edge of the ridge and experience the spectacular view from the protruding rock – called chamoix seat – into the depths of the valley. After a short stay in the “raised hide” as hunters call it, you continue downhill. Parallel to your path, which is has been cut into the mountain, the slope drops steeply. The wild & romantic path leads into a farm road at the bottom of the Rot Valley. Turn right after approx. 2 km and follow a path through the forest and up over an alpine meadow to one of the most original alpine huts still in operation today – the Steyrsbergerreith alpine hut. Forest paths lead you back downhill to the alpine restaurant Almgasthof Baumschlagerberg situated in the municipal area of Vorderstoder. Follow the tar-road for a short period before the road merges with the Stoder Valley Panorama Trail to lead you back to the village centre of Hinterstoder along easy gravel roads.
Hutterer Plateau Circular Trail
Walking Time: 1 ½ hours
Length: 3,7 km
Refreshment Stops: Schutzhütte Edtbauernalm, Lögerhütte
Starting at the top station of the cable car there is a gravel road which connects all the ski and alpine huts positioned around the centre of the alpine plateau and all the way to the Edtbauernalm alpine hut, situated at the eastern end of the plateau. A side trip to the Chamoix Seat is worthwile – an exposed rock, similar to the raised hide of a hunter – offering you fascinating views. The way back leads slightly uphill and meanders through old pine trees along the foot of the ski slopes. The final part drops slightly and leads you back to the alpine huts in the central area of the plateau.
Hutterer Alpine Meadows Circular Trail
Walking Time: 3 hours
Length: 7,5 km
Refreshment Stops: Schutzhütte Edtbauernalm, Lögerhütte
The alpine meadow trail starts at the cable car mountain station or the parking area of the Höss Toll Road on the Hutterer Plateau at approx. 1.400 m above sea level. A well maintained farm road passes the bottom station of the 6-person chair lift, the Höss Express, and leads quickly uphill to the west. Enjoy your first uninterrupted and breathtaking view across the alpine panorama of the Tote Gebirge mountain range from the “Hutterer Lake”. Continue through a clear larch forest to the most western point of the area with stunning views over dolomite towers to the alpine huts of the Hutterer Alm (alpine meadow) at approx. 1.600 m above sea level. Should you decide to turn back, then follow the path leading eastwards down to the Edtbauernalm (alpine hut & meadow) or continue a level up to the alpine meadows at approx. 1.800m above sea level. From there you can take the Höss Express for a quick and easy descent back to the Hutterer Plateau. If you prefer to walk, continue along the same path back to the Hutterer Alm and follow the markings to the Edtbauernalm, along a narrow path leading through the larch forest at first, followed by the pine trees, lift areas and ski slopes crossing diagonally downhill. From the centre of the Hutterer Plateau follow the path westwards back to your starting point.
Höss Circular Trail
Walking Time: ¾ hours
Length: 1,8 km
Refreshment Stops: Berggasthof Hutterer Höss
Starting point of the Höss Circular Trail is the top station of the Höss Express at approx. 1.800 m above sea level. The circular trail leads along a practically level path through the lush alpine meadows and alpine bushes – called „Latschen“ (needle bushes) and rises gently through the „Latschen Labyrinth“ to the so-called Schneeofen (snow oven) along the south-eastern edge of the terrain. The alpine meadow path takes a south-westerly direction at a later stage, crosses the alpine path to the Schrockengrat ridge and leads slightly uphill again to the viewing platform „Dachsteinblick“. From here the path continues downhill: meandering through alpine needle bushes in downhill serpentines to the fascinating view of the two most prominent peaks, Great Priel and Spitzmauer (pointed wall), also reflected in the waters of the Schafkogel Lake. From the lake the path passes a small mountain chapel and leads back to the mountain restaurant Berggasthof Höss and further to the top station of the 6-person chair lift, the Höss Express.
Höss Alpine Circular Trail
Walking Time: 1 ½ hours
Length: 3,5 km
Refreshment Stops: Berggasthof Hutterer Höss
From the starting point at the top of the 6-person chairlift – the Höss Express – you follow the trail of the Höss Circular Trail to the snow oven (Schneeofen), soon after which the Höss Alpine Circular Trail forks off southwards to the Schafkögel mountain. The path meanders downhill again along the western edge of the terrain with steep drops down into the Weißenbach Valley to reconnect after a 200m drop in height with the Höss Circular Path just above the viewing platform „Dachsteinblick“ .
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05.05.2010
Karin Krekel
Hallo, bitte schicken Sie mir Wandervorsschläge und Wanderkarten für Vorder- und Hinterstoder zu. Auch sonstige Wandertourenunterlagen für dieses Gebiet. Wir sind als Gruppe Anfang Oktober zu Gast in Vorderstoder. Vielen Dank!
Mit freundlichem Gruß
Karin Krekel
Mit freundlichem Gruß
Karin Krekel
