--- title: Fritz-Fröhlich trail url: "https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430008154/fritz-froehlich-trail.html" description: "Short description:From Wilhering Abbey - museum with the Fröhlich collection and the artist's studio to the grave (bronze sculpture \"Job\") in the Ottensheim cemetery and back to WilheringQuality of experience: ******Recommended season:JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecemberProperties:LoopScenicRefreshment stops availableFamily friendlyCultural/historical valueBotanical highlightsFaunistic highlightsInsider tipSuitable for strollersDisability access" date: 2017-02-22 modified: 2026-03-18 --- # Fritz-Fröhlich trail Fritz-Fröhlich trail ====================== **Starting place:** 4073 Wilhering **Destination:** 4073 Wilhering ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/395344/CDB7B1B8176AA19D82017E76B520B0B84514203603197106FBF26E137F120DC2/stift-wilhering.jpg) © Open copyright © CC-BY-ND, Gemeinde Wilhering / Bayer, Gemeinde Wilhering / Bayer Close copyright [ ![Pen Wilhering](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/395344/CDB7B1B8176AA19D82017E76B520B0B84514203603197106FBF26E137F120DC2/stift-wilhering.jpg "© CC-BY-ND, Gemeinde Wilhering / Bayer, Gemeinde Wilhering / Bayer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/395344/CDB7B1B8176AA19D82017E76B520B0B84514203603197106FBF26E137F120DC2/stift-wilhering.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:ig}eHulruAW`Ac@?Mn@lAp@f@fBl@Y|AcA\^H~@BhBf@pBt@jEj@dB~@xDxAhCGhBkC|GWr@eE~@wCbAkCPoFi@cEJuA|Ai@bByAo@Iq@AKsAvJH\w@f@e@DkKpJP@F?l@`@|B~GfCjIj@pEAnBgAfEw@cAmDpCKcAr@iCBoAiAUu@Cy@mAS}Aa@uCMyDWoBg@kB]LEc@~CsD|@K~K{IZ[P[^ElAcK?C|@dAl@Pv@{BzAoAfDDdDVjE?|D_BpDy@JCfDaJU{By@e@{BaImA_He@cFmA@}@j@AVcAaBq@g@KSn@}@PcA&server=meta.tourdata.at) Circular route **Short description:** From Wilhering Abbey - museum with the Fröhlich collection and the artist's studio to the grave (bronze sculpture "Job") in the Ottensheim cemetery and back to Wilhering **Quality of experience:** ****** **Recommended season:** - January - February - March - April - May - June - July - August - September - October - November - December **Properties:** - Loop - Scenic - Refreshment stops available - Family friendly - Cultural/historical value - Botanical highlights - Faunistic highlights - Insider tip - Suitable for strollers - Disability access **Description:** The start is Wilhering Abbey. Visit the beautiful rococo church (17th century) and the collection of the Upper Austrian painter Fritz Fröhlich in the museum. It is the starting point for the Fritz-Fröhlich hiking trail. It leads past the idyllic Bräuhaus pond to the former artist's studio, further up the Hofberg, past the Marian chapel and across the "Rosenfeld" to probably the most beautiful viewpoint in the municipality with views over the Danube valley to the Pöstlingberg. The trail then descends, crossing the federal road to the Danube. Young hikers can let off steam at the large playground here or cool off in the water at the nearby sandbank. Enjoy a somewhat different boat ride over the Danube to Ottensheim using the cable ferry. Along the Danube, the hiking trail leads to the cemetery where the grave with the Job sculpture by the painter is located. Via the marketplace, you return to the ferry and back to the Wilhering Danube shore. Along the idyllic towpath, you reach Wilhering Abbey again.**Tip:** Visit Wilhering Abbey, the abbey museum (also interesting for children!), the rococo church, guided tour of the abbey (church, cloister, museum), abbey park with old, unique trees and tree educational trail (guided tours by high school students possible). The new monastery gate also houses a monastery café and monastery shop. Wine from the leased vineyards near Krems is also available there with its own label. At Rosenfeld, you can especially enjoy the magnificent view and on the ferry the Danube, the ships, and the view of the power plant. Large playground in Ottensheim and on the shore (here with a mooring). Dining option at the Greek restaurant Dionysos with a beautiful view of the Danube. Return via the idyllic towpath. Into the monastery café, where coffee, cake, drinks, and a monastery snack from regional suppliers can be consumed on a self-service basis. Possibility of a small stroller-friendly route also with a guided "Abbey route" of the planet path. **Equipment:** Hiking backpack (incl. rain cover), sturdy footwear**Additional information:** [www.wilhering.at](http://www.wilhering.at) [](http://www.sqwilhering.at/baumlehrpfad/planetenweg.html)[http://www.faehre-ottensheim.at/](https://www.dionysos-restaurant.at/) [ Tour and route information ](#ttgCollapseTourdetails) --------------------------------------------------------- **Starting place:** 4073 Wilhering **Destination:** 4073 Wilhering **duration:** 1h 30m **length:** 5,4 km **Altitude difference (uphill):** 128m **Altitude difference (downhill):** 128m **Lowest point:** 255m **Highest point:** 327m **difficulty:** easy **condition:** very easy **panoramic view:** Dreamtour **Paths covering:** Asphalt, Other **Starting point:** Wilhering Abbey **Destination:** Wilhering Abbey **further information:** - Circular route - Board possible [ ![Altitude profile Fritz-Fröhlich 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_430008154&width=355&height=250&FontSize=12&mkt=en) ![Altitude profile Fritz-Fröhlich 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_430008154&width=450&height=350&mkt=en) ](#ttgHoehenprofilModal "Fritz-Fröhlich trail") [ Along the trail ](#ttgCollapseAnDerStrecke) ----------------------------------------------- Am Rosenfeld Information: Marktgemeindeamt Tel.: +43 (0) 72 26 / 22 55 0 **Chronik** **1600 v.Chr.** erste Besiedelung des Kürnberges **15. v.Chr. – 488 n.Chr.** Römer dringen bis zur Donau vor – Provinz Noricum, röm. Funde: Münzen, Gefäße, röm. Ziegelofen und Wachturm **500** Bajuwarenniederlassungen, dieser Zeit entstammt die Nachsilbe „ing“ **985** Erste urkundliche Erwähnung **12 Jh.** Gründung der Zisterze von Ulrich und Cholo von Wilhering, Baubeginn des Klosters **1237** Friedrich der Streitbare bewilligt dem Kloster die Gerichtsbarkeit über seine Untertanen durch Hofrichter – Hofrichterhaus, heute Landesmusikschule **1733** Zerstörung des Klosters durch Brandstiftung, Wiederaufbau der Kirche im Rokokostil **1794** Im alten Grundbuch sind Katastralgemeinden Dörnbach, Schönering und Wilhering verzeichnet **7.5.1973** Führung des Gemeindewappens **9.7.1979** Markterhebung der Gemeinde Wilhering. **Wallfahrtskirche „Maria vom guten Rat“ – Pfarrkirche zum Hl. St. Stefanus** Die Wallfahrtskirche findet man nach einer Wanderung am „Jakobsweg“ durch den Kürnbergerwald in Dörnbach. Die spätgotische Außenkanzel ist einzigartig in Österreich. Das Bildnis „Maria vom guten Rat“ ist eine Nachbildung des Gnadenbildes aus dem ital. Wallfahrtsort Ganazzano. In Dörnbach können Sie auch eine private Bierbrauerei besichtigen (Voranmeldung). Die Pfarrkirche in Schönering liegt an der Donausteigrundroute. Die gotische Kirche wurde 750 errichtet und 985 erstmals urkundlich erwähnt. In Dörnbach und Schönering finden Sie Gasthaus, Übernachtung, Bushaltestelle und Spielplatz. ![Der Marktplatzbäcker_01.jpg](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/395992/399A3C697687F114F3829765D1FBF2C53FEBF2BD4A06C94E98946187C477B3EE/der-marktplatzbaecker01-jpg.jpg "Der Marktplatzbäcker_01.jpg") Café Gillhofer Seats 14; homemade pastries, wholemeal products, spelt pastries; Schanigarten, breakfast from 5:30 a.m. ![Donauhof_01.jpg](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/395994/5B79FB4F1C8E7C769D24EC0BCB48066D5BC0A08036592151C9031410E20D6C65/donauhof01-jpg.jpg "Donauhof_01.jpg") Caffè - Bar - Ristorante DANUBIO Ristorante - Bar - Caffè DANUBIO The most beautiful terrace along the Danube cycle path. Our Italian team serves original Italian dishes. 6 comfortable guest rooms with shower/bath, WC, Sat-Tv. Location: On the Danube On the Danube cycle path In the centre of Ottensheim [ © Open copyright © Copyright: Günter Scherer Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/133734/DEC4D5EDA739AE896067AAC1D10DDDBBB9A2BD7F331FE3B642020144097A1202/donau-hof.jpg "Donau.hof (© Copyright: Günter Scherer)") Donau.hof "An der Fähre" ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/430016215/donau-hof-an-der-faehre.html) ![Donaustrand in Oberösterreich](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/395995/26D2C15523D396FED4C81240E4FC6B2163AD322C1DDD71F44B4893DA02541933/donaustrand-in-oberoesterreich.jpg "Donaustrand in Oberösterreich") Danube beach Ottensheim Whether you are looking for a quiet place to sunbathe or want to refresh yourself in the cool water - the Danube offers numerous opportunities for relaxation. This natural Danube beach is ideal for a break or a refreshing dip on hot days. **Your safety is important to us.** We therefore advise against jumping directly into the river. Please refresh yourself carefully in the Danube, as it is a waterway. Enjoy the refreshing Danube accesses responsibly and safely! ![Fähre Ottensheim](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/396000/2409EE0A06A3A388013B4E6B92F7084B2363BA599A5B8295ADF5D946FD68DBC8/faehre-ottensheim.jpg "Fähre Ottensheim") Wire rope bridge | car ferry, cross ferry Ottensheim - Wilhering Secret landmark, founded in 1871, idyllic connection from one side to the other, perfect for cyclists on Europe's No. 1 cycle route, the**[ Danube Cycle Path](https://www.donauregion.at/radfahren-am-donauradweg.html).** Kloster Wilhering Kloster Wilhering ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/395988/272AE710125B2DE5361304C7B04A32E8691CEFEEC55487D76E44F2DA09F751EA/jpg.jpg) Ottensheim ![Gastgarten Otter](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/395993/9FA8ACBC7C743622FC1B5FCEB2CCB0E7424C8DCBB72EDD5C6CFD2F99F22B3EEF/gastgarten-otter.jpg "Gastgarten Otter") Otter Cozy wine bar, homemade pastries, snacks, cozy and sunny guest garden, 60 seats ![Marktplatz mit Krche](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/398035/5A9D09E613D6F57A87F861BD257F91A4468D14734FC8CC183CF2F53F94B21DCC/marktplatz-mit-krche.jpg "Marktplatz mit Krche") Parish Church of Ottensheim First church built 1200, new church built from 1462-67, late Gothic-building with Baroque changes. The registry is an Annex with a tomb as charnel house. The 72-m high Tower had an onion dome till the fire 1899. It got capped with a small pointes Roof afterwards. ![Pizzeria Casa Vecchia](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/395989/CE0ABE0CE1B596DD471F1230235089D2EC3BEDB1FA63AF18032FCDCA42D6A759/pizzeria-casa-vecchia.jpg "Pizzeria Casa Vecchia") Pizzeria "Casa Vecchia" Pizzas according to original Italian recipes, exclusively freshly cooked pasta, special dishes (e.g. mussels) to order, excellent wines. [ © Open copyright © Copyright: PostWerkStatt Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/164249/3BCA907CABD59725654F8BBD388D7306C2BC89E0C1DBC5B91542EF2F56336ABC/poststudio-ganzer-raum.jpg "PostStudio ganzer Raum (© Copyright: PostWerkStatt)") PostWerkStatt - Coworking and Seminar Center ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/430027338/postwerkstatt-coworking-and-seminar-center.html) ![Rodlbudl](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/395991/C2A3BDF7223B4F102F6D88AE3E21AA4684A71E4AA90EB8820305200FD2D89A6C/rodlbudl.jpg "Rodlbudl") Rodlbudl Food, drink, sport, culture ... ![Otteensheim Panorama mit Schloss](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/398036/0C9E215FF3B34231BF0A334D3E15CFFF7E1A05406386C12F1AFF969ED08C8C10/otteensheim-panorama-mit-schloss.jpg "Otteensheim Panorama mit Schloss") Schloß Ottensheim Castle Listed as Castle of the Brothers Ulrich and Cholo of Wilhering, who had their Castle at the opposite shore of the Danube, in 1148. Rumours have it that a tunnel under the Danube links the two Castles. It was owned by the sovereign to 1527, then Emperor Ferdinand I gave the Castle and the market town of Ottesnehim as a present to his chancellor Niklas; Extended to a chateau. Today privately owned. [ ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/129219/9A9EB28B7D1BCDB0C232367CB51766F5DEC98F75E3AE846F818D96788A150A73/musikschule-wilhering.jpg "Musikschule Wilhering") Event center at the Wilhering music school ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/430010914/event-center-at-the-wilhering-music-school.html) ![Verde Albero_02.jpg](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/395990/1D5271B9055749C0D7FBF9BD25B7169C01E11175735A6CA13D8D9AAE65AAF3C5/verde-albero02-jpg.jpg "Verde Albero_02.jpg") Verde Albero Greek and Italian specialities and pizzeria, warm cuisine throughout 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- **Accessibility / arrival****Getting there** coming from Linz and Eferding via Nibelungen federal road 129, from Traun via Kürnberger country road, from Ottensheim via ferry **Public Transit** [Arrival in the Danube region](https://www.donauregion.at/service/artikel/detail/2890/anreise-region-donau.html) How to get to the Upper Austria Danube region? The fastest way to your destination – by train, bus, car, ship, or airplane. From Linz to the Wilhering bus stop: Wilia bus line (except Sun/Public holidays, when AST runs at certain times), OÖVV (Postbus also coming from Eferding) to Wilhering; from Traun, Leonding to the Hitzing traffic hub with Welser, LILO, Linz lines then continuing with Wilia to Wilhering **Parking** Wilhering Abbey parking lot [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - Suitable for pushchairs - Suitable for families **Most economical season**- Spring - Summer - Autumn - Early winter - Deep winter [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Completely suitable for wheelchairs. The object complies with the legally stipulated ÖNORM. [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Fritz-Fröhlich trail** WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH Lindengasse 9 4040 Linz Phone [ +43 732 7277 - 800 ](tel:+437327277800) Fax machine +43 732 7277 - 804 E-Mail [info@donauregion.at](#mailto) Web [www.donauregion.at](https://www.donauregion.at "New window") https://www.donauregion.at [ Declaration of consent ](#ttgCollapseZustimmung) ---------------------------------------------------- Interactive elevation profile ------------------------------- [ Download GPS data ](#ttgDisclaimerContent) [ Create PDF ](#ttgTourdataPdfModal430008154) [To the website](https://www.donauregion.at "New window") ×Declaration of consent ---------------------- The tours presented here are suggested tours that are provided free of charge. After agreeing to the terms of the disclaimer you receive detailed information such as altitude profiles, route plans, and an option for downloading files etc. Yes, I have read[ the disclaimer](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430008154/fritz-froehlich-trail.html#ttgAccordionZustimmung)and I accept the terms and conditions. Please accept the terms and conditions and click 'Send' [GPX - Download (without waypoints) ](javascript:void(0)) [GPX - Download (with waypoints) ](javascript:void(0)) [KML - Download ](javascript:void(0)) [TCX - Download ](javascript:void(0)) **Recommendation**: For most apps (Komoot, Strava, Outdooractive), please download **GPX**. **KML** is particularly suitable for Google Earth/map views, **TCX** for Garmin and training apps. ### Altitude profile - Fritz-Fröhlich trail Close ![Altitude profile Fritz-Fröhlich 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_430008154&width=800&height=600&mkt=en) powered by [TOURDATA](https://www.tourdata.at "New window") [ ![TOURDATA Logo](https://www.upperaustria.com/fileadmin/templates/global/images/Logo-Tourdata.png "TOURDATA Logo") ](https://www.tourdata.at "New window")