Wolf Gorge
4362 Bad Kreuzen
Since 1997, the Wolfsschlucht has been a nature and culture trail; information panels along the path through the gorge describe and illustrate the bathing facilities of the former Bad Kreuzen cold-water spa. Experience the history of Bad Kreuzen’s spa tradition up close.
Recommended season:
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- November
- December
- Loop
- Refreshment stops available
- Family friendly
- Cultural/historical value
- Geological highlights
- Healthy climate
Your hike begins in the town center; from here, the trail heads southwest along the Villa Böck Trail and down the Aignerberg, past the “Aigner Kreuz” pilgrimage chapel, before turning left into the Kembbach Valley. This is where you’ll find the second starting point for the Wolfsschlucht loop: the Speckalm parking lot. After crossing the bridge, turn left onto the forest path; after a few minutes’ walk, you’ll reach the entrance to the gorge. This is where the “Greiner Duschen” once stood, and just above them, by the waterfall, members of the nobility used to take Kneipp baths in the “Wiener Wellen Bäder.” Many steps lead up through the gorge; past the Anton Bruckner Refuge, you’ll reach Neptune’s Grotto via narrow paths—this is where the men’s and women’s showers were once located. More steps lead you to the Herzogsquelle; from there, continue hiking to the left, past the Jägersitz, and make your way up to Kreuzen Castle. We recommend touring the castle and enjoying a light snack at the castle tavern. From here, follow the road back to Bad Kreuzen.Tip:
To get the most out of this hike, I highly recommend walking through the Wolfsschlucht from the bottom to the top—that way, you can enjoy the gorge’s full splendor, including its waterfalls. It’s also worth glancing to the left or right every now and then. You might spot one or two “stone creatures.” The Wolfsschlucht loop can be started at three different points: in addition to the town center, you can also begin at the castle or at the Speckalm parking lot. My tip for the second Wolfsschlucht hike: You can also combine the Wolfsschlucht with the Speckalm Trail. To do this, hike through the Wolfschlucht to the Herzogsquelle; from there, continue straight ahead. After a short while, you’ll cross a small bridge on the right, and then a romantic forest trail will lead you directly to the popular Speckalm snack bar (be sure to reserve a table).Safety guidelines:
In the Wolfschlucht, sturdy footwear and caution are recommended, especially when it rains—the wet steps are very slippery. The Wolfschlucht is not recommended in winter; if you do decide to hike through it, extreme caution is advised.Equipment:
Sturdy footwearAdditional information:
https://www.wolfschlucht.at/
https://www.burg-kreuzen.at/
https://www.speck-alm.at/
Paths covering:
further information:
- culturally interesting
- Circular route
- Board possible
...simply enjoy!
Under this motto we want our guests to feel comfortable.
Whether it's a small celebration with friends, acquaintances or relatives;
or a cup of coffee with homemade pastry;
or perhaps just a cool drink: with us, every guest should "simply feel good".
Info: Tourismusverein Gsund Leben - Willkommen in Bad Kreuzen
Tel.: +43 (0) 72 66 / 62 55-30
Schlucht im Urgestein…
Die Wolfsschlucht am Fuß der Burg Kreuzen ist eine klammartige Urgesteinsschlucht. Die Wasserfälle, Felsformationen und Blockburgen machen ihren urigen Charakter aus. Einige botanische undfaunistische Besonderheiten gibt es hier zu finden. Die steilen, schwer zugänglichen Hänge werden von naturnah ausgebildeten Schluchtwäldern eingenommen. Sie konnten sich oftmals dort bewahren, wo sich die schwierige Bewirtschaftung kaum lohnte. Esche, Bergahorn und Bergulme lieben die luft- und bodenfeuchten Bedingungen in der Schlucht. Der Unterwuchs solcher Wälder wird von einer üppigen Krautschicht gebildet.
Unweit der Burg Kreuzen gibt es einen Felsen, der auch Bärensprung genannt wird. Wie dieser Felsen zu seinem Namen kam, erfahren Sie in der Donau-Sage "Über die Kippe springen".
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Getting there
Take the A1 Westautobahn from Vienna, Salzburg, or Passau to the Amstetten West exit, then continue on to Grein and head north toward Bad Kreuzen.
Public Transit
Traveling to the Danube Region
How do you get to the Danube Region in Upper Austria?
The fastest way to your destination—by train, bus, car, boat, or plane.
Take the train to Amstetten or Grein, then take the bus to Bad Kreuzen (according to the schedule)
Parking
Starting point in the center of Bad Kreuzen: large parking lot available
Starting point 2: Kreuzen Castle—large parking lot available Starting point 3: Wolfsschlucht parking lot (access via Speckalm)—parking spaces available
- Spring
- Summer
- Autumn
- Early winter
- Deep winter
Please get in touch for more information.
Kreuzen 20a
4362 Bad Kreuzen
Phone +43 7266 6255 - 0
E-Mail info@gsundleben.at
Web gsundleben.at
Web www.wolfsschlucht.at
http://www.wolfsschlucht.at
