“On the tracks of the forest train“
Ennstal bookable as of 10 persons

This guided bike tour follows the former track of the forest train through the Reichraminger Hintergebirge into the Kalkalpen National Park. Pedal along the easy route through the gorges and valleys of this impressive natural landscape to the “Große Klause“, where you will be able admire the remains of the largest log drifting facility. Stop at the cosy Klaus cabin and enjoy a tasty alpine snack. Duration approx. 2.5 hrs

Journey by car, bus or train (Stop Großraming power plant) Guided visit to the exhibition “The Wonderworld of Forest Wilderness“

Bike tour with a national park ranger “Along the tracks of the forest train” into the Kalkalpen National Park with stop at the “Große Klaus“ cabin

„In the Forest Valley“
Ennstal bookable as of 10 persons

Since about 1500 the Weißenbachtal valley has been a centre of forestry, even before the first settlers arrived. For centuries, man's influence has shaped the valley's forest landscape. During this guided hiking tour you will learn about the changes within the forest, from the old forests of the charburners to the managed forests and natural forests in the Kalkalpen National Park. Hike duration approx. 2.5 hrs

Journey by car, bus or train (Bus stop/train halt Großraming power plant) Guided visit to the exhibition “The Wonderworld of Forest Wilderness“ guided national park hiking tour along the path “In the Forest Valley” Stop at the Forestry Museum with original “Holzknechtnocken“ (small dumplings) at an open fire

National Park Hintergebirge bus for hikers

Hiking and biking is a major pastime in the Kalkalpen National Park. The "National Park bus for hikers" makes it easier to reach the alpine pastures, cabins and various attractions.

The Kalkalpen National Park, together with the National Park Region Tourist Board, offers an attractive shuttle service for hikers and bikers. Every Sunday from 2 August until 22 October 2009 a bus for hikers equipped with a bike trailer goes from Steyr to the Reichraminger Hintergebirge alone promises to be a special experience. Starting out from the bus stops you can choose among numerous family friendly hiking tours. Together with the bus ticket you'll receive a 50 % discount on the admission fee for the exhibition "Wonderworld of Forest Wilderness".