--- title: Heckenlabyrinth url: "https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/430028767/heckenlabyrinth.html" description: "The Mattigtal Hedge Maze of Human Rights (MHM)Austria's largest hedge labyrinth, the \"Mattigtaler Heckenlabyrinth der Menschrechte (MHM)\" (Mattigtal Hedge Labyrinth of Human Rights), stretches over an area of around 3,000 m² between the villages of Reichsdorf and Kronleiten. The first plantings began back in 2005 on a private initiative and the grand opening finally took place in June 2016.The labyrinth has a natural design, with native trees such as birch, walnut, field maple, beech and lime being used to create spaces alongside the hornbeam hedge. In spring, the cherry blossom is impressive, in summer shady spots are tempting and in autumn the labyrinth is colourful.The labyrinth is dedicated to the first article of the 1948 Declaration of Human Rights, from which the name is derived.The labyrinth is accessible free of charge from May to October and is mainly used by visitors to the Mattigtal cycle path R24 as well as by families, school classes and clubs as an excursion destination." date: 2017-02-22 modified: 2026-03-18 --- # Heckenlabyrinth Heckenlabyrinth ================= Helpfau-Uttendorf, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/228588/410434EAE9E6384E25CFD7D92FBC7A63F65C260CD9EFBA77D72663127AC46739/sommerbildvonhans-luttinger.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/228589/1A13319624EDA53D2162E79D85C2483E24022585FCC3D3B88D76948FE3AC73BF/plan-mit-beschriftung.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/228590/D51535F42016AE3CD88D078CD59FA08EEF3515E57E711EE726B88E0565EBCB84/norbert-knollheckengang.jpg) © Open copyright © Hans-Luttinger Close copyright [ ![Hedge maze in Helpfau-Uttendorf: A green, lush garden with circular structures and paths that wind their way between the trees and shrubs. In the centre is a kind of fountain or water basin. The entire area has a harmonious and natural design.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/228588/410434EAE9E6384E25CFD7D92FBC7A63F65C260CD9EFBA77D72663127AC46739/sommerbildvonhans-luttinger.jpg "© Hans-Luttinger") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/228588/410434EAE9E6384E25CFD7D92FBC7A63F65C260CD9EFBA77D72663127AC46739/sommerbildvonhans-luttinger.jpg) © Open copyright © Norbert Knoll Close copyright [ ![Hedge maze in Helpfau-Uttendorf: A branched plan or map of a park or nature reserve. Various elements such as tree species, pathways and special places such as a field horn square and a tufa area are shown. The map uses a colour-coded system to identify the different features.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/228589/1A13319624EDA53D2162E79D85C2483E24022585FCC3D3B88D76948FE3AC73BF/plan-mit-beschriftung.jpg "© Norbert Knoll") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/228589/1A13319624EDA53D2162E79D85C2483E24022585FCC3D3B88D76948FE3AC73BF/plan-mit-beschriftung.jpg) © Open copyright © Norbert Knoll Close copyright [ ![Hedge maze in Helpfau-Uttendorf: A wooded area with dense, green trees surrounding a narrow path. The sky is cloudy, but light filters through the leaves. The path winds its way through the green areas, creating an enclosed, natural ambience.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/228590/D51535F42016AE3CD88D078CD59FA08EEF3515E57E711EE726B88E0565EBCB84/norbert-knollheckengang.jpg "© Norbert Knoll") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/228590/D51535F42016AE3CD88D078CD59FA08EEF3515E57E711EE726B88E0565EBCB84/norbert-knollheckengang.jpg) © Open copyright © Borbert Knoll Close copyright [ ![Hedge maze in Helpfau-Uttendorf: An extensive, flat landscape with green meadows and trees. Forests can be seen in the background, bordering the horizon. The sky is clear and blue.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/228591/ED91BB94D14EDE2FA014FEA4F51D7E2F6477269ADD2FDDC3BAD6269C5FFA4B83/norbert-knollmattigtaler-heckenlabyrinth-im-sommer.jpg "© Borbert Knoll") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/228591/ED91BB94D14EDE2FA014FEA4F51D7E2F6477269ADD2FDDC3BAD6269C5FFA4B83/norbert-knollmattigtaler-heckenlabyrinth-im-sommer.jpg) © Open copyright © Norbert Knoll Close copyright [ ![Hedge labyrinth in Helpfau-Uttendorf: A stone sculpture standing on a wooden plank amidst lush green trees and bushes. The sculpture has an abstract, flowing form and appears to be in harmony with the surrounding nature.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/228592/2D345D8BA9F6C5849215D5A2C1C224A174A287B007C34C4F36F543F0BD66B8C0/norbert-knollskulptur-am-buchenplatz.jpg "© Norbert Knoll") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/228592/2D345D8BA9F6C5849215D5A2C1C224A174A287B007C34C4F36F543F0BD66B8C0/norbert-knollskulptur-am-buchenplatz.jpg) © Open copyright © Karin Puttinger Close copyright [ ![Hedge maze in Helpfau-Uttendorf: A wide, misty landscape with lush, green vegetation. In the foreground is a meadow surrounded by a forest. The trees are coloured in various shades of green and reach up into the sky. The sun shines through the mist, giving the scene an atmospheric ambience.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/228593/C1138436587E2B619076523C43F45778B76FFE2D0720A1E0EB67DC8F5D58D42B/mattigtaler-heckenlabyrinth-in-nebel-getunkt-karin-puttinger.jpg "© Karin Puttinger") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/228593/C1138436587E2B619076523C43F45778B76FFE2D0720A1E0EB67DC8F5D58D42B/mattigtaler-heckenlabyrinth-in-nebel-getunkt-karin-puttinger.jpg) © Open copyright © Norbert Knoll Close copyright [ ![Hedge maze in Helpfau-Uttendorf: A beautiful garden landscape full of blooming lavender flowers. Several butterflies buzz around the purple flowers, which are framed by a green foliage background.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/228594/2A8BF54212D9F63C62738ECE4613D99CD278C80579356FEE6CB630B5F8E37314/norbert-knolllavendelblc3bcte.jpg "© Norbert Knoll") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/228594/2A8BF54212D9F63C62738ECE4613D99CD278C80579356FEE6CB630B5F8E37314/norbert-knolllavendelblc3bcte.jpg) © Open copyright © Heckenlabyrinth - Norbert Knoll Close copyright [ ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/228595/7525C5CCA0818DD04E17F471149B0DA542E336CA24974B0F271D29A309C26A2D/gang-1norbert-knoll.jpg "© Heckenlabyrinth - Norbert Knoll") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/228595/7525C5CCA0818DD04E17F471149B0DA542E336CA24974B0F271D29A309C26A2D/gang-1norbert-knoll.jpg) © Open copyright © Heckenlabyrinth Close copyright [ ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/228596/984751D46750CBC6A663477DF0B60AB24297A33DDD9B53E39B6DFDE37FF13C29/foto-vom-heckenlabyrinth.jpg "© Heckenlabyrinth") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/228596/984751D46750CBC6A663477DF0B60AB24297A33DDD9B53E39B6DFDE37FF13C29/foto-vom-heckenlabyrinth.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Reichsdorf 28 5261 Helpfau-Uttendorf [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Reichsdorf%2028%2C%205261%20Helpfau-Uttendorf "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Reichsdorf%2028%2C%205261%20Helpfau-Uttendorf "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=48.176446044024779&lon=13.122214078903198&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) The Mattigtal Hedge Maze of Human Rights (MHM) Austria's largest hedge labyrinth, the "Mattigtaler Heckenlabyrinth der Menschrechte (MHM)" (Mattigtal Hedge Labyrinth of Human Rights), stretches over an area of around 3,000 m² between the villages of Reichsdorf and Kronleiten. The first plantings began back in 2005 on a private initiative and the grand opening finally took place in June 2016. The labyrinth has a natural design, with native trees such as birch, walnut, field maple, beech and lime being used to create spaces alongside the hornbeam hedge. In spring, the cherry blossom is impressive, in summer shady spots are tempting and in autumn the labyrinth is colourful. The labyrinth is dedicated to the first article of the 1948 Declaration of Human Rights, from which the name is derived. The labyrinth is accessible free of charge from May to October and is mainly used by visitors to the Mattigtal cycle path R24 as well as by families, school classes and clubs as an excursion destination. [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Heckenlabyrinth** Reichsdorf 28 5261 Helpfau-Uttendorf Phone [ +43 676 6420182 ](tel:+436766420182) E-Mail [norbert.knoll@zeckauer.at](#mailto) Web [www.helpfau-uttendorf.at](http://www.helpfau-uttendorf.at "New window") http://www.helpfau-uttendorf.at --- **Contact person** Mr Norbert Knoll --- **We speak the following languages** German [ Opening hours ](#ttgCollapseOeffnungszeiten) ------------------------------------------------ - opened daily [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - All weather - Suitable for groups - Suitable for schools - Suitable for pushchairs - Suitable for teenagers - Suitable for seniors - Suitable for single travelers - Suitable for friends - Suitable for couples - Suitable for children **Season**- Spring - Summer - Autumn [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Please get in touch for more information. 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