--- title: Kalkalpen National Park url: "https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park.html" description: Discover the beauty of Kalkalpen National Park in Upper Austria, featuring Europe’s last primeval beech forests, alpine pastures, and clear streams. This UNESCO World Heritage site offers hiking, cycling, mountaineering, and winter activities like snowshoeing. Ideal for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. image: "https://www.upperaustria.com/fileadmin/user_upload/upperaustria/000Canto-Imports/Doerflmoaralm_OberoesterreichTourismusPyhrnPrielStefanMayerhofer.jpg" date: 2023-09-20 modified: 2026-03-18 --- # Kalkalpen National Park Kalkalpen National Park ======================= A primeval forest in the middle of Europe. It may sound strange, but it's true. We are talking about the Kalkalpen National Park, which covers the mountain ranges of the Reichraminger Hintergebirge and the Sengsengebirge in south-eastern Upper Austria. An area of almost 21,000 hectares with mountain forests, some of which are already completely left to themselves. The primeval forest is reclaiming the National Park bit by bit. [ ![Eine junge Frau steht auf einer Wiese und blickt in die Ferne, im Hintergrund das Ennstal](https://www.upperaustria.com/fileadmin/_processed_/4/b/csm_NationalparkregionWandernSebalduswegAussicht_OberoesterreichTourismusGmbHStefanMayerhofer_8c6015a833.jpg "Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Stefan Mayerhofer: Eine junge Frau steht auf einer Wiese und blickt in die Ferne, im Hintergrund das Ennstal") 16 things you must have experienced in the Kalkalpen National Park From a summit hike with sunrise to a nature treat on your plate - these 16 experiences are a must in the Kalkalpen National Park. ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/16-things-you-must-have-experienced-in-the-kalkalpen-national-park.html) © Open copyright © Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Stefan Mayerhofer: Eine junge Frau steht auf einer Wiese und blickt in die Ferne, im Hintergrund das Ennstal Close copyright The Reichraminger Hintergebirge is one of the largest closed forest areas in Austria. No road or railway cuts through it. Hidden under the canopy of leaves, there is only a network of old forest roads and path. They remind us that the forests were once a rich reservoir of firewood and fuelled the forge lunches of the hammer mills. But even the tracks of the old forest railway have disappeared; its route, including tunnels, is now a cycle path that opens up the Hintergebirge as a recreational area. The greenery of the forests and alpine pastures is lush. For water is abundant in the Kalkalpen National Park. Like a sponge, the limestone blocks of the mountains soak up the rain and release the precious wet again in countless springs and streams. If you could look down on the Kalkalpen National Park from above, it would look like a sea of forest. [ ![Ein junges Pärchen wandert in der Nationalparkregion am Landsberg](https://www.upperaustria.com/fileadmin/_processed_/9/6/csm_NationalparkregionWandernPaerchenLandsberg_TVSteyrunddieNationalparkRegionStefanMayerhofer_6f19adc4c3.jpg "Foto Tourismusverband Steyr und die Nationalpark Region/Stefan Mayerhofer: Ein junges Pärchen wandert in der Nationalparkregion am Landsberg") Kalkalpen National Park All info about the National Park ](https://en.kalkalpen.at/ "Link opens in new window") © Open copyright © Foto Tourismusverband Steyr und die Nationalpark Region/Stefan Mayerhofer: Ein junges Pärchen wandert in der Nationalparkregion am Landsberg Close copyright [ ![Der Nationalparkranger Roman Paumann erklärt einem Mädchen im Nationalpark Kalkalpen Interessantes über einen Moospolster welchen das Mädchen in den Händen hält.](https://www.upperaustria.com/fileadmin/_processed_/c/b/csm_RangerRomanPaumann_OberoesterreichTourismusPyhrnPrielStefanMayerhofer_60e144ed32.jpg "Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus/Pyhrn-Priel/Stefan Mayerhofer: Der Nationalparkranger Roman Paumann erklärt einem Mädchen Interessantes über einen Moospolster im Nationalpark Kalkalpen.") Book a Ranger Explore the National Park with the ranger ](https://en.kalkalpen.at/book-a-ranger "Link opens in new window") © Open copyright © Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus/Pyhrn-Priel/Stefan Mayerhofer: Der Nationalparkranger Roman Paumann erklärt einem Mädchen Interessantes über einen Moospolster im Nationalpark Kalkalpen. Close copyright © Open copyright © Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus/Pyhrn-Priel/Stefan Mayerhofer: Auf der Holzbrücke am Stromboding Wasserfall im Stodertal bei Hinterstoder in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel. Close copyright ![Zwei Frauen und ein Mädchen auf der Holzbrücke am Stromboding Wasserfall im Stodertal bei Hinterstoder in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel.](https://www.upperaustria.com/fileadmin/_processed_/4/7/csm_WasserfallStrombodingBruecke_OberoesterreichTourismusPyhrnPrielStefanMayerhofer_60bd619272.jpg "Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus/Pyhrn-Priel/Stefan Mayerhofer: Auf der Holzbrücke am Stromboding Wasserfall im Stodertal bei Hinterstoder in der Urlaubsregion Pyhrn-Priel.") Forest, Water, National Park ------------------------------- [Video](//www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxZDHwNXf5s "The YouTube video will open in a new window.") The beech forests ----------------- Pristine wilderness? There is no such thing in Central Europe any more. But you're wrong. In the middle of Upper Austria lie the "forgotten forests" of the Kalkalpen National Park. Ancient, pristine beech forests that are part of the UNESCO World Natural Heritage. [continue reading ](javascript:void())The beech conquered almost all of Europe after the end of the last ice age; it was the typical tree of the continent. Today, there are only a few original beech forests left. That is why UNESCO designated 41 ancient beech forests throughout Europe, a total of 91,000 hectares, as World Natural Heritage Sites - including almost 5,250 hectares of the Kalkalpen National Park in Upper Austria. This puts them on a par with legendary nature reserves such as Yellowstone National Park. ### Wild forest of superlatives These trees have fought hard for their habitat, they grow over rocks, stretch out towards the sun with absurdly crooked trunks. Thanks to the national park status, these forests are completely left to the work of nature. Dying and dead trees remain in the forest, slowly rotting and in turn serving as habitats for animals and plants that have become rare. And: they are forests of superlatives. Three quarters of the forests are older than 140 years. The oldest beech in the Kalkalpen National Park is 525 years old and the thickest multi-stemmed tree has a diameter of 2.13 metres at breast height. The tallest beech is more than 41 metres high. And these impressive trees even reach great heights - up to 1,450 metres above sea level. [ ![The Buchensteig leads into the heart of the Kalkalpen National Park](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Urheber: Nationalpark Kalkalpen Copyright: Nationalpark Kalkalpen/Sieghartsleitner") Buchensteig wilderness trail 10 km on old logging trails. ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-tour/detail/430005913/wilderness-trail-beech-trail-reichraminger-hintergebirge.html) © Open copyright © Urheber: Nationalpark Kalkalpen Copyright: Nationalpark Kalkalpen/Sieghartsleitner Close copyright Hiking in the Kalkalpen National Park ------------------------------------- Roam through beech forests or hike on lush green alpine pastures. Or tackle a long-distance hiking trail such as the Luchs Trail. Or climb to lofty heights on alpine paths while mountaineering. No matter which corner of the Kalkalpen National Park you are drawn to, the well-deserved snack in rustic huts is worth the effort. Individual hiking tours through the National Park ------------------------------------------------- © Open copyright © Copyright: Alpenland Tourismus GmbH/Florian Lierzer Close copyright ![Sunrise at Hoher Nock](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Alpenland Tourismus GmbH/Florian Lierzer") Hoher Nock Mountain **Starting place: Roßleithen** Duration: 7h Length: 12,1 km Metres of altitude: 1.350 m [ to the tour ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-tour/detail/430000989/hoher-nock-mountain.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: F. Sieghartsleitner Close copyright ![The picture shows a hiking family with the Schaumbergalm in the background.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: F. Sieghartsleitner") Ebenforstalm - Alpstein - Schaumbergalm **Starting place: Molln** Duration: 4h 11m Length: 10,8 km Metres of altitude: 744 m [ to the tour ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-tour/detail/430000952/ebenforstalm-alpstein-schaumbergalm.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: TV Nationalpark Region Steyrtal Close copyright ![Alpstein-Trämpl](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: TV Nationalpark Region Steyrtal") Alpstein-Trämpl **Starting place: Molln** Duration: 6h 4m Length: 14,5 km Metres of altitude: 1.016 m [ to the tour ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-tour/detail/430002407/alpstein-traempl.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Nationalparkregion Close copyright ![Blumaueralm](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Nationalparkregion") Jagahäusl to the Blumaueralm **Starting place: Rosenau am Hengstpaß** Duration: 1h 23m Length: 3,6 km Metres of altitude: 239 m [ to the tour ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-tour/detail/430000951/jagahaeusl-to-the-blumaueralm.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: OÖ Tourismus/Erber Close copyright ![Wandern in Oberoesterreich](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: OÖ Tourismus/Erber") Rettenbach - Rießriegl - Spannriegl - Koppen **Starting place: Roßleithen** Duration: 2h 15m Length: 8,7 km Metres of altitude: 260 m [ to the tour ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-tour/detail/430000986/rettenbach-riessriegl-spannriegl-koppen.html) © Open copyright © Urheber: Renate Schweighuber Close copyright ![Anlaufalm](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Urheber: Renate Schweighuber") Anlaufalm - Large Hintergebirge circuit **Starting place: Großraming** Duration: 6h 15m Length: 16,9 km Metres of altitude: 1.021 m [ to the tour ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-tour/detail/430002644/anlaufalm-large-hintergebirge-circuit.html) © Open copyright © Urheber: Max Mauthner Close copyright ![Blahbergalm](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Urheber: Max Mauthner") Blahbergalm from Weißwasser **Starting place: Weyer** Duration: 3h Length: 7,3 km Metres of altitude: 531 m [ to the tour ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-tour/detail/430008294/blahbergalm-from-weisswasser.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: TV Nationalpark Region Ennstal Close copyright ![Annerlsteig - Annerlalm - Wällerhütte](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: TV Nationalpark Region Ennstal") Annerlsteig - Annerlalm - Wällerhütte **Starting place:** Duration: 2h Length: 4 km Metres of altitude: 605 m [ to the tour ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-tour/detail/430008295/annerlsteig-annerlalm-waellerhuette.html) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. ### Long Distance Lynx Trail The Lynx Trail leads in 11 stages over 200 kilometres through the habitat of the lynx, connecting the Kalkalpen National Park with the Gesäuse National Park and the Dürrenstein Wilderness Area. These nature reserves are part of the largest near-natural forest area in Central Europe, where lynx have been deliberately reintroduced. The starting point of the first stage is Reichraming in the Enns Valley. From here, the Lynx Trail leads into the territory of the predatory cat with partly challenging passages. The lynx itself is a shy creature and does not show itself to the hikers. The Lynx Trail is an adventurous journey into a fascinating ecosystem where, in addition to the lynx, other rare animals such as the Bechstein's bat or the ash fritillary butterfly find ideal conditions. [ ![Ein Pärchen macht Rast auf der Blahbergalm. Es hat gerade geregnet, die Frau hält ihre Jacke in der Hand](https://www.upperaustria.com/fileadmin/_processed_/b/1/csm_NationalparkKalkalpenLuchstrailBlahbergalm_OberoesterreichTourismuGmbHMaxMauthner_1bb4f11779.jpg "Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/MaxMauthner: Ein Pärchen macht Rast auf der Blahbergalm") The Lynx Trail 200 kilometres, 11 stages and 10,000 metres of altitude on the tracks of the lynxes. ](https://luchstrail.at/en/ "Link opens in new window") © Open copyright © Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/MaxMauthner: Ein Pärchen macht Rast auf der Blahbergalm Close copyright Cycling, e-biking and mountain biking in the Kalkalpen National Park -------------------------------------------------------------------- Whether very leisurely or sportily challenging: the natural paradise of the Kalkalpen National Park can be wonderfully explored from the saddle of a bicycle thanks to the numerous cycle paths. From the challenging TRANS NATIONALPARK tour to the Hintergebirgsradweg with its fascinating stone tunnels to cycle paths along rivers, such as the Steyrtalradweg or the Ennsradweg, where refreshing refreshment lies along the way. Guided and individual cycling tours through the National Park ------------------------------------------------------------- © Open copyright © Copyright: Erwin Haiden Close copyright ![Hintergebirgsrunde over the Hirschkogel mountain](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Erwin Haiden") Hintergebirgsrunde over the Hirschkogel mountain **Starting place: Reichraming** Duration: 4h 30m Length: 45,5 km Metres of altitude: 1.008 m [ to the tour ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-tour/detail/430001224/hintergebirgsrunde-over-the-hirschkogel-mountain.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Thomas Sattler Close copyright ![Trans National Park in Windischgarsten: The picture shows an idyllic landscape with cyclists on a gravel path. There are meadows and trees in the foreground, with mountains and clouds in the background.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Thomas Sattler") Trans National Park **Starting place: Steyr** Duration: 22h 11m Length: 240,4 km Metres of altitude: 7.372 m [ to the tour ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-tour/detail/430008312/trans-national-park.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: OÖ Tourismus/Mandl Close copyright ![Mountainbiken in Pyhrn-Priel](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: OÖ Tourismus/Mandl") Sengsengebirgs Round **Starting place: Windischgarsten** Duration: 7h 19m Length: 76,3 km Metres of altitude: 1.470 m [ to the tour ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-tour/detail/430006998/sengsengebirgs-round.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Thomas Sattler Close copyright ![Photo: Thomas Sattler | Cycling on stage 03 of the Trans National Park Cycle Tour.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Thomas Sattler") Pyhrn-Priel panorama bike ride **Starting place: Klaus an der Pyhrnbahn** Duration: 10h 7m Length: 115,7 km Metres of altitude: 1.850 m [ to the tour ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-tour/detail/430006851/pyhrn-priel-panorama-bike-ride.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: TV Nationalpark Region Ennstal Close copyright ![R9 Hintergebirgsradweg](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: TV Nationalpark Region Ennstal") R9 Hintergebirgsradweg **Starting place: Reichraming** Duration: 3h 15m Length: 29,1 km Metres of altitude: 987 m [ to the tour ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-tour/detail/430008030/r9-hintergebirgsradweg.html) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. The TRANS NATIONALPARK TOUR --------------------------- More than 240 km of signposted cycling and mountain bike trails, from family-friendly to competition-tested, are available for eventful biking days in the National Park Region. The top biking route in the region is the ["TRANS NATIONALPARK TOUR"](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-tour/detail/430008312/trans-national-park.html "Link opens in new window"). It connects the Kalkalpen National Park in Upper Austria and the Gesäuse National Park in Styria in one big loop. Enjoyment of nature in rugged mountain scenery, on lush green alpine pastures and quiet forests is guaranteed on this tour. 240 kilometres and 7,200 metres of altitude difference in up to six daily stages are its cornerstones. It is perfectly suited for mountain bikers with a high level of fitness, but the well-developed infrastructure also makes the TRANS NATIONALPARK an ideal tour for e-bikers. [ ![Aschauer Alm - Schwarzer Bach - Hintergebirgsradweg](https://www.upperaustria.com/fileadmin/_processed_/3/9/csm_7832-Aschauer-Alm-Schwarze_0103fbfe7e.jpg "Foto: Erwin Haiden/nyx.at: Aschauer Alm - Schwarzer Bach - Hintergebirgsradweg") TRANS NATIONAL PARK TOUR 2 National Parks, 240 km, 7,200 metres altitude. ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-tour/detail/430008312/trans-national-park.html) © Open copyright © Foto: Erwin Haiden/nyx.at: Aschauer Alm - Schwarzer Bach - Hintergebirgsradweg Close copyright The Steyr Valley Cycle Path --------------------------- From the city of Steyr, discover the region around the Kalkalpen National Park by bike. The [Steyrtalradweg (Steyr Valley Cycle Path )](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-tour/detail/430001275/steyrtal-bike-path-r8.html "Link opens in new window") with its almost 50 kilometres is ideal for this, cycling along the route of the former Steyrtalbahn (Steyr Valley Railway) along the turquoise-coloured Steyr. Numerous rest areas, vantage points and natural bathing spots make for varied breaks. For cycling adventures lasting several days, the Steyrtalradweg can be ideally combined with other cycle paths. With the [Kalkalpen National Park Cycle Path](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430001276/kalkalpen-national-park-bike-path-r31.html "Link opens in new window"), for example, which leads via Windischgarsten and Rosenau through the Pyhrn-Priel region. In Unterlaussa, the [Hintergebirgsradweg](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-tour/detail/430001224/hintergebirgsrunde-over-the-hirschkogel-mountain.html "Link opens in new window") connects to the Kalkalpen National Park Cycle Path. The Hintergebirgsradweg is popular due to its exciting routing along the route of a former forest railway - including rides through tunnels. You return to the starting point in Steyr via the [Ennsradweg](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430001303/ennsradweg-r7.html "Link opens in new window"). [ ![Kinder im Wasser am Steyrtalradweg](https://www.upperaustria.com/fileadmin/_processed_/7/0/csm_Steyrtalradweg_Kinder-im-Wasser_Florian_Lierzer_0177e094e8.jpg "Foto: Pyhrn-Priel Tourismus GmbH/Florian Lierzer: Kinder im Wasser am Steyrtalradweg") On the way along the Steyr Valley Cycle Path Many possibilities for a funny family outing and for long-distance and touring riders. ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-tour/detail/430001275/steyrtal-cycle-path-r8.html) © Open copyright © Foto: Pyhrn-Priel Tourismus GmbH/Florian Lierzer: Kinder im Wasser am Steyrtalradweg Close copyright Culinary delights in the Kalkalpen National Park ------------------------------------------------ Enjoyment in the National Park has many faces. Do you know what the forest tastes like? If not, you should pay a visit to Klemens Schraml in his restaurant in the RAU. He roams through meadows and forests and brings only the best to the plates of his natural cuisine. The numerous alpine pastures in the Kalkalpen National Park invite you to dine on bratl, dumplings, Kaiserschmarrn and a hearty snack. [ ![Klemens Gold vom Restaurant RAU](https://www.upperaustria.com/fileadmin/_processed_/2/7/csm_Im-Rau_Nature-based-cuisine_Pechgraben_Ennstal_Kulinarik_Oberoesterreich-Tourismus-GmbH_Mathias-Heschl__2__8cbf79dd71.jpg "Foto: Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Mathias Heschl: Klemens Gold vom Restaurant RAU") The natural chef Klemens Schraml conjures up nature on the plate. With his passion for products, flavours and daring combinations and his uncompromising approach to quality, he spoils his guests with incomparable delights in his avant-garde natural kitchen Im RAU in Großraming. ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/102768/rau-nature-based-cuisine.html) © Open copyright © Foto: Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Mathias Heschl: Klemens Gold vom Restaurant RAU Close copyright [ ![Die Sennerinnen Franziska Murauer und Anita Löcker auf der Gschwendtalm](https://www.upperaustria.com/fileadmin/_processed_/1/7/csm_23_Ennstal_Grossraming_Gschwendtalm_Anita_Loecker_Franziska_Murauer_OberoesterreichTourismusGmbH_Martin_Fickert_b351c214e9.jpg "Foto: Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Martin Fickert: Die Sennerinnen Franziska Murauer und Anita Löcker auf der Gschwendtalm") At the Gschwendtalm The fact that this alp in Großraming is something special is mainly due to the dairymaids Anita and Franziska. ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/430005183/gschwendtalm.html "Link opens in new window") © Open copyright © Foto: Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Martin Fickert: Die Sennerinnen Franziska Murauer und Anita Löcker auf der Gschwendtalm Close copyright [ ![Anlauf-Alm](https://www.upperaustria.com/fileadmin/_processed_/0/b/csm_7778-Anlaufalm_2s_d00a347df7.jpg "Foto: Erwin Haiden/nyx.at: Anlauf-Alm") Anlaufalm Delicious delicacies in the heart of the Reichraminger Hintergebirge. ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/430005176/anlaufalm.html) © Open copyright © Foto: Erwin Haiden/nyx.at: Anlauf-Alm Close copyright [ ![Zwei Mountainbiker erreichen auf einem Wiesenweg die Ebenforstalm im Nationalpark Kalkalpen. Die bewirtschaftete Alm ist umzäunt, auf der Weide grasen Kühe. Ein Traktor mit Anhänger steht an der Forststraße. Im Hintergrund Wald und Berglandschaft.](https://www.upperaustria.com/fileadmin/_processed_/0/3/csm_MountainbikeEbenforstalmNationalparkKalkalpen_OberoesterreichTourismusMoritzAblinger_f2aa42e2bd.jpg "Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Moritz Ablinger: Mit dem Mountainbike hinauf zur Ebenforstalm im Nationalpark Kalkalpen.") Ebenforstalm At the foot of Trämpl and Alpstein in Reichraming. ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/430005179/ebenforstalm.html) © Open copyright © Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Moritz Ablinger: Mit dem Mountainbike hinauf zur Ebenforstalm im Nationalpark Kalkalpen. Close copyright [ ![](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==) Jagahäusl The Jägerhaus in Bodinggraben in Molln is the starting point for many tours. ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/430000438/n-a.html) [ ![A picturesque mountain landscape with a modern building on a meadow. In the background, trees and a cross can be seen, while the sky is clear and blue.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Naturfreunde Großraming") Ennser Hütte On the hiking trail to the Almkogel in Großraming. ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/430005111/ennser-huette.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Naturfreunde Großraming Close copyright [ ![A rustic wooden house surrounded by green nature. In front of the house, there are tables with umbrellas and bicycles waiting for the guests.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: TVB Steyr und die Nationalpark Region") Klaushütte Rustic wooden servants' hut built in 1758. ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/430005180/klaushuette.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: TVB Steyr und die Nationalpark Region Close copyright [ ![A cozy mountain cabin with a group of cyclists. Many bicycles are parked on a meadow while the guests sit outside.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Sandra Kraushofer") Blahbergalm The Hörmann family serves farm products from Maria Neustift. ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/430005182/blahbergalm.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Sandra Kraushofer Close copyright [ ![A rustic log cabin surrounded by green meadows and mountains. The sun is shining and there is a clear blue sky.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Schaumbergalm") Schaumbergalm Between the Größtenberg (1,724 m) and the Trämpl (1,424 m). ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/430000405/schaumbergalm.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Schaumbergalm Close copyright [ ![A cozy outdoor restaurant with wooden furniture and sun umbrellas. Guests enjoy their meals in a beautiful landscape.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: TV Nationalpark Region Ennstal") Schüttbauernalm Traditional alpine cuisine with homemade dishes. ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/430005198/schuettbauernalm.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: TV Nationalpark Region Ennstal Close copyright [ ![A picturesque landscape with a meadow and a white farmhouse. In the background, trees and cows can be seen under a clear blue sky.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: TVB Pyhrn-Priel/Lierzer") Egglalm Reachable in 25 minutes from the Hengstpasshöhe. ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/101396/egglalm.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: TVB Pyhrn-Priel/Lierzer Close copyright [ ![A picturesque farmhouse in a green landscape with mountains in the background. The sky is clear and blue, creating a peaceful atmosphere.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: TVB Pyhrn-Priel/Sulzbacher") Puglalm At the Hengstpass directly on the "Rundweg auf der Alm". ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/102484/puglalm.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: TVB Pyhrn-Priel/Sulzbacher Close copyright [ ![An idyllic alpine hut surrounded by green grass and colorful flowers. Majestic mountains are visible in the background.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: TVB Pyhrn-Priel/Lierzer") Laussabaueralm Idyllic location between the Kampermauer nature reserve and the Haller Mauern. ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/430000463/laussabaueralm.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: TVB Pyhrn-Priel/Lierzer Close copyright [ ![](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==) Karlhütte Light cuisine, traditional peasant specialities and stir-fry dishes. ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/103560/n-a.html) [ ![A picturesque alpine hut on a hill with majestic mountains in the background. Surrounded by lush greenery and trees, the landscape radiates tranquility and beauty.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Zottensberg") Mountain Inn Zottensberg In a beautiful mountain setting. ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/430000484/mountain-inn-zottensberg.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Zottensberg Close copyright The Kalkalpen National Park in winter ------------------------------------- In winter, when a white blanket covers the mountain forests and alpine pastures of the Kalkalpen National Park, the best way to penetrate the seemingly dormant nature is on snowshoes. Nature enthusiasts who are curious about how animals and plants brave the cold season in a reserve like the Kalkalpen National Park are best off putting themselves in the hands of an experienced National Park Ranger. He not only knows the terrain and the path exactly, but also knows how to interpret the winter strategies of the plants and animals, and the mysterious tracks in the snow. [ ![Sonnenaufgang über der Ebenforstalm, die winterlich verschneit inmitten der Berge des Nationalparks Kalkalpen liegt.](https://www.upperaustria.com/fileadmin/_processed_/1/5/csm_EbenforstalmWinter_NationalparkKalkalpen_71d04c8be6.jpg "Foto Nationalpark Kalkalpen: Die Sonne geht über der winterlich verschneiten Ebenforstalm im Nationalpark Kalkalpen auf.") 13 things you must experience in the Kalkalpen National Park in winter Trudge through the fresh snow on snowshoes, explore the landscape on a horse-drawn sleigh, read animal tracks, hike through the night with a torch, gaze at the stars... - the wintry Kalkalpen National Park is full of unforgettable experiences. ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/kalkalpen-national-park/13-things-to-experience-in-the-kalkalpen-national-park-in-winter.html) © Open copyright © Foto Nationalpark Kalkalpen: Die Sonne geht über der winterlich verschneiten Ebenforstalm im Nationalpark Kalkalpen auf. Close copyright Kalkalpen National Park ----------------------- **Ennstal Visitor Centre** Eisenstraße 75 4462 Reichraming Phone +43[ ](tel:+43725484140)7254 8414-0 E-Mail[ info-ennstal@kalkalpen.at](mailto:info-ennstal@kalkalpen.at) Web [ ](https://www.kalkalpen.at/)[www.kalkalpen.at](https://www.kalkalpen.at/en/National_Park "Link opens in new window") Contact ------- **Alpenland Tourismus GmbH** Stadtplatz 27 4400 Steyr Phone [ +43 7252 53229 ](tel:+437252532290) E-Mail: Web: [www.steyr-nationalpark.at/](https://www.steyr-nationalpark.at/ "New window") Contact ------- **Alpenland Tourismus GmbH** Bahnhofstraße 2 4580 Windischgarsten Phone [ +43 7562 5266 ](tel:+4375625266) Fax machine [ +43 7562 5266 - 10 ](tel:+4375625266) E-Mail: Web: [www.urlaubsregion-pyhrn-priel.at/](https://www.urlaubsregion-pyhrn-priel.at/ "New window")