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Klaus / Steyrling – following the tracks of Empress Sissi…
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Natural idyll at the reservoir
The romantic Klauser reservoir is a popular destination throughout the year. During summer you can enjoy boat or kajak trips along grand canyons, bungee-jumping off the reservoir wall for the more adventurous and fishing at the reservoir for quieter moments. During winter the frozen lake is a popular ice curling destination.
Imperial hikes
The Austrian Empress Sissi enjoyed hiking through the romantic Brunnental valley in Steyrling. Still today the areas surrounding the mansions belonging to the families of Count Schaumburg-Lippe are a well known secret amongst hikers. During the winter months the cross country trails lead you through the romantic scenery.
Culture
The music summer of Klaus is an absolute cultural highlight with offers ranging from classical concerts at candle light in the mountain church of Klaus to modern performances at the trendy Lokschuppm Klaus with well known local and international musicians.
Ice curling
Enjoy fun filled hours during winter with a traditional game of ice curling in Klaus or Steyrling. Both the reservoir in Klaus and the track at the Klausner inn in Steyrling are popular venues.
1.178 inhabitants
108,2 km² municipal area
Geographical location [ Klaus / Steyrling ]
The romantic Klauser reservoir is a popular destination throughout the year. During summer you can enjoy boat or kajak trips along grand canyons, bungee-jumping off the reservoir wall for the more adventurous and fishing at the reservoir for quieter moments. During winter the frozen lake is a popular ice curling destination.
Imperial hikes
The Austrian Empress Sissi enjoyed hiking through the romantic Brunnental valley in Steyrling. Still today the areas surrounding the mansions belonging to the families of Count Schaumburg-Lippe are a well known secret amongst hikers. During the winter months the cross country trails lead you through the romantic scenery.
Culture
The music summer of Klaus is an absolute cultural highlight with offers ranging from classical concerts at candle light in the mountain church of Klaus to modern performances at the trendy Lokschuppm Klaus with well known local and international musicians.
Ice curling
Enjoy fun filled hours during winter with a traditional game of ice curling in Klaus or Steyrling. Both the reservoir in Klaus and the track at the Klausner inn in Steyrling are popular venues.
Municipal data of Klaus / Steyrling
475 - 525 m altitude1.178 inhabitants
108,2 km² municipal area
Geographical location [ Klaus / Steyrling ]
Accommodations Klaus/Steyrling
History of the municipality of Klaus an der Pyhrnbahn
According to archeological findings, the inhospitable narrow of Klaus was already used if not inhabited by humans during the bronze age. Due to the geological facts of the area a Roman road led through the Steyr valley passing Klaus an der Pyhrnbahn, parts of which can still be seen today.
