--- title: Falkenstein route url: "https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430008064/falkenstein-route.html" description: "Short description:Falkenstein then and nowEasy half-day hike through a piece of typical Mühlviertel cultural landscape, especially in autumn. The Falkenstein castle ruin with its water tower is one of the historically most significant cultural monuments of the MühlviertelQuality of experience: ******Recommended season:MarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberProperties:LoopScenicCultural/historical value" date: 2017-02-22 modified: 2026-03-18 --- # Falkenstein route Falkenstein route =================== **Path number:** 84 **Starting place:** 4142 Hofkirchen im Mühlkreis **Destination:** 4142 Hofkirchen im Mühlkreis ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/397051/94047DE1F139D5813B99E7FF834D42F0B43454B9DE7856D0837F4F8A67C2C353/falkensteinrunde.jpg) © Open copyright © CC-BY-ND, Marktgemeinde Hofkirchen, Mathias Koopmann Close copyright [ ![Falkenstein route](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/397051/94047DE1F139D5813B99E7FF834D42F0B43454B9DE7856D0837F4F8A67C2C353/falkensteinrunde.jpg "© CC-BY-ND, Marktgemeinde Hofkirchen, Mathias Koopmann") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/397051/94047DE1F139D5813B99E7FF834D42F0B43454B9DE7856D0837F4F8A67C2C353/falkensteinrunde.jpg) Lindengasse 9 4040 Linz [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Lindengasse%209%2C%204040%20Linz "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Lindengasse%209%2C%204040%20Linz "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&path=enc:_m|fHsdhsAgDlEw@bBYbAQhAGjABtAHv@bAvDP|AErEOjClCvGRxATvB\`Bz@~CPbCJbFCzGCl@bAr@YxEi@fFa@jIMdD?dAHd@p@~@j@z@J`@ObDYzBQvBi@rBM`Be@lCe@Os@g@w@CgDfBcA\YBUQa@kA]_B]_AgAeBaA_AeB}@qAe@{@U_ACiE\_A?eBXmApAWrFgJgAqAP_BvDgEdCkA`FoBfFdD}AkB`By@iAzEgLtBs@bBsDT{@h@OlGrA|A?rAkANwGwB{@uCOe@McLgLk@Ye@Kw@Fw@TmAbAcDc@aBk@iLcDcASiABUoB@u@Js@r@uAxAcExDeJ`@iAZuAZuBp@{HPkAbA}FNmBImB]oCUoC?}BZmCZuBV{@hAsAPKNWRwBCs@Me@Q]CULOZa@t@oB~AmBpAy@hCqAz@s@ZQn@W\EH@E\Db@Rx@FADUz@yBTY\UpASdGo@nAa@`@Cb@Tv@gBjAaD\s@hAxAlBhBlAzA`@`@f@XhB`@zEBVNTf@X\\NXCPKjA{B`@QpA\r@Xz@n@n@t@&server=meta.tourdata.at) Circular route **Short description:** Falkenstein then and now Easy half-day hike through a piece of typical Mühlviertel cultural landscape, especially in autumn. The Falkenstein castle ruin with its water tower is one of the historically most significant cultural monuments of the Mühlviertel **Quality of experience:** ****** **Recommended season:** - March - April - May - June - July - August - September - October - November **Properties:** - Loop - Scenic - Cultural/historical value **Description:** Hofkirchen i. M. - Neubau - Steineck - Falkenstein ruin (2.8 km) - Gerastorf - Berg bei Hamet - Dantlesbach - Hofkirchen i.M. - marking 84 We ask for your understanding regarding the closure of the inner castle grounds. The preservation association for the rescue of the Falkenstein ruin requests all visitors of the Falkenstein ruin to understand that the interior of the castle grounds may only be entered during the renovation weekends. The ongoing preservation work aims to make the entire castle grounds safely accessible and viewable to the public again. Due to unsecured areas inside the castle, it is currently far too dangerous or even life-threatening in some parts! **Equipment:** Hiking backpack (incl. rain cover), sturdy footwear [ Tour and route information ](#ttgCollapseTourdetails) --------------------------------------------------------- **Path number:** 84 **Starting place:** 4142 Hofkirchen im Mühlkreis **Destination:** 4142 Hofkirchen im Mühlkreis **duration:** 2h 30m **length:** 8,7 km **Altitude difference (uphill):** 223m **Altitude difference (downhill):** 223m **Lowest point:** 451m **Highest point:** 674m **difficulty:** medium **condition:** medium **panoramic view:** Dreamtour **Paths covering:** Other **Starting point:** Center Hofkirchen i.M. **Destination:** Center Hofkirchen i.M. **further information:** - Circular route [ ![Altitude profile Falkenstein route](//static.et4.de/ElevationProfileChart/Go.ashx?Experience=hoehenprofil-meta&Server=meta.tourdata.at&AddElevations=true&AddOfftrackWaypoints=false&AddSurfaces=true&AddWaypoints=false&globalid=tourdata_tour_430008064&width=355&height=250&FontSize=12&mkt=en) ![Altitude profile Falkenstein route](//static.et4.de/ElevationProfileChart/Go.ashx?Experience=hoehenprofil-meta&Server=meta.tourdata.at&AddElevations=true&AddOfftrackWaypoints=false&AddSurfaces=true&AddWaypoints=false&globalid=tourdata_tour_430008064&width=450&height=350&mkt=en) ](#ttgHoehenprofilModal "Falkenstein route") [ Along the trail ](#ttgCollapseAnDerStrecke) ----------------------------------------------- Burgruine Falkenstein Information: Marktgemeindeamt Tel.: +43 (0) 72 85 / 70 11 Chronik **1100-1200** Rodung unseres Gemeindegebietes durch das Geschlecht der Falkensteiner. Neben dem Schloß Falkenstein waren Hofkirchen (1160 - Hofkirgen, 1230 - Hofchirchen) und Niederranna an der Donau (1197 - Raenah) die ersten Siedlungen. **1218** Gründung des Stiftes Schlägl (Böhmerwald) durch die Falkensteiner (Calhoch von Falkenstein) **1335** Verleihung des Marktrechts an Hofkirchen i.M. durch die Habsburger Brüder Albrecht und Otto der Fröhliche. **1528** wurde das Landrichteramt von Velden (Neufelden) zum Schloß Marsbach verlegt und die Gerichtsbarkeit und Verwaltung von den übrigen Passauer Herrschaften übertragen. **29.04.1848** Letzte Hinrichtung bei der Richtstätte „Drei Linden“ – Eine verurteilte Mörderin starb durch den Strang – Heute finden Sie neben diesem historisch bedeutenden Platz das „Labyrinth der Verwandlung“ Fleischhauerei Binder ![Freibad](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/396522/B68E43A0CFB575DFAC03F656C6E7D87E0274FF7A2C6DC0077B27A29BDC34DAC2/freibad.jpg "Freibad") Hofkirchen outdoor pool Enjoy the power and warmth of the sun in the heated Hofkirchen i.M. outdoor pool with adjoining buffet and beach volleyball court. [ ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/106163/536F66413378416CC8F67022A5811AB7CB238200964016E2008303D356A11043/gasthof-froschauer-aussenansicht.jpg "Gasthof Froschauer - Außenansicht") Gasthof Froschauer ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/101532/gasthof-froschauer.html) Gasthof Froschauer Restaurant: Our modern, rustic restaurant offers home-style delicacies as well as vegetarian delights. Different speciality weeks, depending on the season, make the heart of every gourmet beat faster. Ideally suited for christenings, family celebrations or just a cosy get-together. The windless terrace is perfect for balmy summer nights. el Toro, the Mexican restaurant: Since November 2005, the rustic Kellerstüberl has been transformed into a Mexican restaurant with small adaptations and attention to detail. Matching dishes and drinks make every visit a culinary highlight. Whether before or after the meal, our bar leaves nothing to be desired. The cosy sofa also invites you to linger in the Kellerstüberl. Ali`s Pub: An absolute must is a stop in Ali's Pub. Music for everyone and a large selection of drinks invite you here. Ideal after a visit to the Mexican or after a celebration in the restaurant. Our staff will serve you a variety of cocktails and are open to special drink requests. Event hall: For tour groups and events, such as weddings or balls, there is seating for around 350 in our hall. Guest rooms: The novelty in our house are the lovingly furnished comfort rooms which are equipped with bath/shower, WC, SAT TV, possibly balcony. Our rooms offer relaxation in a family atmosphere, ideal after a hike, bike tour or a round on the nearby panorama golf course in Pfarrkirchen (distance approx. 5 km). ![Landgasthaus - Innenansicht](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/392825/5426B5260818F12BF02BC21820D1734A1B3BADC87496A2903C066955D061AA8B/landgasthaus-innenansicht.jpg "Landgasthaus - Innenansicht") Landgasthaus - Cafe am Weiher Thank you for visiting... SPAR - Manuela's Genussladen e.U. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- **Accessibility / arrival****Public Transit** [Arrival in the Danube region](https://www.donauregion.at/service/artikel/detail/2890/anreise-region-donau.html) How to get to the Danube region of Upper Austria? The quickest way to your destination – by train, bus, car, ship, or plane. **Parking** Center of Hofkirchen i. M. 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