--- title: "Devil`s church hiking trail" url: "https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430008117/devil-s-church-hiking-trail.html" description: "Short description:Short but, because of the steep Danube slope, challencing circular trail for passionate hikersQuality of experience: ***Recommended season:MarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberProperties:LoopScenicRefreshment stops available" date: 2017-02-22 modified: 2026-03-18 --- # Devil`s church hiking trail Devil`s church hiking trail ============================= **Starting place:** 4133 Niederkappel **Destination:** 4133 Niederkappel ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/228940/5C19B20B3A9BF6CBEBD39D1A5E9893A99E380418702D1F852519D722C3973E99/teufelskirche-1.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/249310/85300EAF691284B08724781A23499CF5B838CD0F0C68D7BF588CE8467B522E15/teufelskirche-2.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/228939/9E1986366F66455DB94752BF6C68295F69B4250C3341B8DEDAECEB7723AB5AD1/teufelkirche.jpg) © Open copyright © Gemeinde Niederkappel Close copyright [ ![Teufelskirche in Niederkappel: an idyllic forest landscape with moss-covered rocks, surrounded by lush green trees and shrubs. There is a bench on a forest path that invites you to linger.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/228940/5C19B20B3A9BF6CBEBD39D1A5E9893A99E380418702D1F852519D722C3973E99/teufelskirche-1.jpg "© Gemeinde Niederkappel") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/228940/5C19B20B3A9BF6CBEBD39D1A5E9893A99E380418702D1F852519D722C3973E99/teufelskirche-1.jpg) © Open copyright © Gemeinde Niederkappel Close copyright [ ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/249310/85300EAF691284B08724781A23499CF5B838CD0F0C68D7BF588CE8467B522E15/teufelskirche-2.jpg "© Gemeinde Niederkappel") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/249310/85300EAF691284B08724781A23499CF5B838CD0F0C68D7BF588CE8467B522E15/teufelskirche-2.jpg) © Open copyright © Gemeinde Niederkappel Close copyright [ ![Devil's Church in Niederkappel: A wooded area with large, moss-covered rocks and trees, in which there is a wooden platform with a display board. The surroundings appear calm and natural.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/228939/9E1986366F66455DB94752BF6C68295F69B4250C3341B8DEDAECEB7723AB5AD1/teufelkirche.jpg "© Gemeinde Niederkappel") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/228939/9E1986366F66455DB94752BF6C68295F69B4250C3341B8DEDAECEB7723AB5AD1/teufelkirche.jpg) © Open copyright © Gemeinde Niederkappel Close copyright [ ![Devil's Church in Niederkappel: A dense forest with moss-covered rocks and trees. A hiking trail runs through the green, lush nature. The surroundings are idyllic and peaceful.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/228938/CE15327379244497F5B8898E30BAAD03B6B0FD4CEE05CD62FD16AE79C15EB5B3/teufelkirche-4.jpg "© Gemeinde Niederkappel") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/228938/CE15327379244497F5B8898E30BAAD03B6B0FD4CEE05CD62FD16AE79C15EB5B3/teufelkirche-4.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. Circular route 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:uyxfHy_vsAa@?t@yBh@eBlDz@nEnBxAwBJQjJtAHEvCeB|Aq@r@d@PzEj@zE~MwJ`HdGp@mApAn@LR\n@bCEv@o@`KsGrM{DtAkl@y@cBIiB_@wEwAiDsDwCwDeAeEcBaDrBoDgC_MeI@gB[sC{Aw@N|Dq@`DaAb@yAp@iCPwA`A{@lBDxBMpF_@zEAJ_AiDe@q@sAjAeBdEw@nBcDbHxARzACoAdH}DlEmD`GqDrEG`IgBm@_A`FtCn@&server=meta.tourdata.at) **Short description:** Short but, because of the steep Danube slope, challencing circular trail for passionate hikers **Quality of experience:** *** **Recommended season:** - March - April - May - June - July - August - September - October - November **Properties:** - Loop - Scenic - Refreshment stops available **Description:** Starting at the village square in Niederkappel via Weikersdorf down to Grafenau by the Danube and via Devil`s church - a myth-enshrouded rock formation well worth seeing - continue along the steep trail uphill to "Teufelbauer" farm and back to Niederkappel.**Equipment:** Hiking backpack (incl. rain cover), sturdy shoes [ Tour and route information ](#ttgCollapseTourdetails) --------------------------------------------------------- **Starting place:** 4133 Niederkappel **Destination:** 4133 Niederkappel **duration:** 2h 4m **length:** 6,0 km **Altitude difference (uphill):** 327m **Altitude difference (downhill):** 343m **Lowest point:** 284m **Highest point:** 549m **difficulty:** medium **condition:** medium **panoramic view:** Some Views **Paths covering:** Asphalt, Other **Starting point:** Niederkappel local square **Destination:** Niederkappel local square **further information:** - Circular route - Board possible [ ![Altitude profile Devil`s church hiking trail](//static.et4.de/ElevationProfileChart/Go.ashx?Experience=hoehenprofil-meta&Server=meta.tourdata.at&AddElevations=true&AddOfftrackWaypoints=false&AddSurfaces=true&AddWaypoints=false&globalid=tourdata_tour_430008117&width=355&height=250&FontSize=12&mkt=en) ![Altitude profile Devil`s church hiking trail](//static.et4.de/ElevationProfileChart/Go.ashx?Experience=hoehenprofil-meta&Server=meta.tourdata.at&AddElevations=true&AddOfftrackWaypoints=false&AddSurfaces=true&AddWaypoints=false&globalid=tourdata_tour_430008117&width=450&height=350&mkt=en) ](#ttgHoehenprofilModal "Devil`s church hiking trail") [ Along the trail ](#ttgCollapseAnDerStrecke) ----------------------------------------------- ![Cafe-Bäckerei Pumberger](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/396401/003D7AB771E74B403F70BC0F88671570335D722BB1C6F4029BB2440A06CAC56A/cafe-baeckerei-pumberger.jpg "Cafe-Bäckerei Pumberger") Cafe-Bäckerei Pumberger Many delicacies from the in-house bakery can be enjoyed in the integrated, cosy café. [ ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/151955/52D1BA4C11E0FA42A198A04C0BF3057CA7EBFF0D2AA325834428207DAA5A989A/unser-haus.jpg "unser Haus") Ferienwohnung Familie Jäger ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/430020344/ferienwohnung-familie-jaeger.html) ![Freibad Niederkappel](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/396397/C5F3818137254FC295D664C66A997C2832146729F3F6F6176B59368B968A2FD5/freibad-niederkappel.jpg "Freibad Niederkappel") Outdoor Pool Niederkappel Enjoy sunny hours in the heated outdoor pool in Niederkappel. The well-kept facility offers a spacious sunbathing lawn, a children's pool, shady areas and an adjacent children's playground - ideal for families, sports enthusiasts and those seeking peace and quiet. ![GH Wakolbinger](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/396395/7D57CC60C8E2BD1C6FDDE80EF72D617D74FD125250C126A216DC9ECC223426BE/gh-wakolbinger.jpg "GH Wakolbinger") Gasthaus zum Mühlviertler Dom Cosy inn to stop off at in any season ![Gemeindehaus 1](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/396402/83471EA988BBD4640418F929C3285263882C143298A5B97721994451F173DC9B/gemeindehaus-1.jpg "Gemeindehaus 1") Public WC facilities A **public toilet facility** is available to all visitors in the **Niederkappel community center**. The toilets are **accessible daily and at all times**. The **municipal office** itself is located on **Hauptstraße**, the **entrance** is easily accessible **at the back on Baderwirtgasse**. ![Donau Brotsommeliers Oberoesterreich Tourismus GmbH Martin Fickert (27)](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/396438/0E8D02626083492611DA8AC78EF2B56A729A0DEBB5B2C9EC41A3C0307991A6CA/donau-brotsommeliers-oberoesterreich-tourismus-gmbh-martin-fickert-27.jpg "Donau Brotsommeliers Oberoesterreich Tourismus GmbH Martin Fickert (27)") Self-service bakery Pumberger **Self-supply point in the community** Outside regular opening hours, our local bakery **PUMBERGER** is open **from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.** - conveniently with an **ATM card**. Here you will not only find freshly baked bread and pastries, but also **refreshing drinks, small snacks and sweet treats** for in between. Perfect for treating yourself to a little break at any time or to satisfy your **hunger on the go**. ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/396400/E3CD2D319CDC292319F2DEA4CACDEA3FFDFDF3192F3DC918FDB81FF23ED0B754/jpg.jpg) Startplatz Niederkappel Info: Gemeindeamt Niederkappel Tel.: +43 (0) 72 86 / 85 55 Arzt und Hausapotheke, Tel.: 7200 Rotes Kreuz, Tel.: 8244, Notruf: 144 Polizei, Tel.: 059 133-4255-100, Notruf: 133 Öffentl. WC und Trinkwasser im Gemeindeamt **Chronik** **Ca. 5000 v.Chr.** Erste Besiedelung durch entsprechende Steinfunde bewiesen. **1150** Erste urkundliche Nennung des Ortes Cappela. **1256** Passauischer Gerichtssitz, Raspen, Ruestorfer und zuletzt die Rödern. **1397** Unser Ort wird Nidern Chappelln genannt. **1400** Eine kleine gotische Kirche wird erbaut. **Ab 1455** heißt der Ort Niederkappel. **1500** Errichtung einer Schule. **1634** An der Pest starben 100 Personen. **1809** Französische Truppen besetzen Niederkappel. **1890** Baubeginn des Mühlviertler Doms. **1933** Großbrand in Niederkappel – 22 Häuser brannten nieder. **1954** Hochwasserkatastrophe in Grafenau. **1982** Verleihung des Gemeindewappens. **2005** Eröffnung des Dr. Kirchschläger-Gedenkzentrums. **Tipps** **Dr. Kirchschläger-Steig:** Bilder und Zitate aus dem Leben des beliebten Bundespräsidenten auf einem 8 km langen Rundweg mit herrlichen Ausblicken vom „Präsidentenstuhl“ ins Donautal. **Der „Mühlviertler Dom“** (erbaut 1891): Imposante Kirche im Stil der Neo-Renaissance, Taufkirche von Alt-Bundespräsident Rudolf Kirchschläger. Einst war ein kleiner Bäckerbuch ["Flinker als die Franzosen"](http://www.donauregion.at/detail/article/flinker-als-die-franzosen.html), die unter Napoleon auch Niederkappel belagerten. Mehr dazu finden Sie in der Donau-Sage. [ © Open copyright © Copyright: Gemeinde Niederkappel Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/180712/34999E4F836306B3B1584C7F821D04A126D826FD6A897BA077CE7C01BDF5825A/gh-wakolbinger.jpg "GH Wakolbinger (© Copyright: Gemeinde Niederkappel)") Gasthaus zum Mühlviertler Dom ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/100223/gasthaus-zum-muehlviertler-dom.html) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- **Accessibility / arrival****Getting there** From Linz on the B127 to Altenfelden roundabout, turn-off to Lembach im Mühlkreis, follow the course of the road to Niederkappel. **Public Transit** [Location and getting there](https://www.donauregion.at/en/service/artikel/detail/2890/location-getting-there.html) How to arrive in the Danube Upper Austrian region? The fast way to your destination – by train, bus, car, boat or plane. Easily reached from Linz by public bus in a good hour. **Parking** Village centre [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- **Most economical season**- Spring - Summer - Autumn - Early winter [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Please get in touch for more information. 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