The 3-day bike route through the Mühlviertler Granitland (162 km, 4,200 meters of elevation)
The Mühlviertler granite (high)land – Majestic above the Alpine foothills, magnificent distant views, rustic mixed forests, amber-colored streams, scattered farming hamlets... Over millions of years the ancient mountain range eroded to reveal a wonderful granite core. To the west, a forest-rich (core) mountain range, to the north idyllic cross-river ridges, and to the south a rural panoramic high plateau. This bike route lets you experience the fascination of Austria’s oldest landscape in three days: with three peaks, challenging climbs, flowing descents, transitions, panoramic routes... and some technical sections. Pure granite bike fun!
Overview:
Stage 1: Flank surfing in the Danube valley & summit assault to the panoramic viewpoint village Pfarrkirchen
In the deep Danube gorge begins unique flank surfing through magnificent hillside gorge forests – 3x high plateau and return. Impressive intermediate goal: the 360° panoramic observation tower “Danube on the Mountain” (613 m) in Kirchberg ob der Donau. Then a trip over the rural granite (high)land with a challenging climb and a 7.5 km dream descent through the heart of the natural wonder Schlögener Danube bend. After relaxed Danube cycling, you bike to the panoramic viewpoint village Pfarrkirchen in the Mühlkreis (840 m), on the southern peak of the (core) mountain range! Final treat: a flowing pleasure descent to Oberkappel. A magnificent start!
Highlights:
Stage 2: Over the highest peak of the (core) mountain range to the North Cape & back
From Oberkappel begins the summit assault to the forest peak of the Ameisberg (941 m), the highest point of the (core) mountain range. Congratulations! After 3.7 km of varied descent fun, the route goes hilly to the northern end of the (core) mountain range and further uphill through gently rolling highland. From Kohlstatt, you happily cycle – with the Bohemian Forest ridgeline in view – through a gently rolling mixed forest-meadow mosaic down to the northernmost point of the route. The return journey begins with enjoyable mixed forest biking on the Zwischenmühl ridge. In Julbach, the Merano of the Mühlviertel, you switch to the meadow valley of the Kleine Mühl. Over the challenging valley flank it goes to Peilstein in the Mühlviertel.
Highlights:
Stage 3: Ridge biking, cross-river ridges & panoramic high plateau
Along the valley flank of the Kleine Mühl valley, varied ridge biking surprises with challenging climbs and lively descents. Over hidden hinterland hills it continues to Sarleinsbach. Two region-typical cross-river ridges now provide bike fun: the first challenging and sporty, the second pure pleasure biking. After a hearty forest climb from the Große Mühl valley, the rural panoramic high plateau delights: elevated cultural cycling meets trail fun between granite quarries. In St. Martin im Mühlkreis, a fantastic Danube valley view descent rounds off the loop perfectly to the Danube port town Untermühl. A grand finale!
Highlights:
Discovery journeys with enjoyable stops! This route passes directly by the following culinary partners:
Visit our new sales room and find out more about our homemade delicacies.
Information: Municipal office
Tel.: +43 (0) 72 82 / 46 01
Three landscapes at a glance...
Here you can gaze into the distance and discover the beautiful Danube Valley, the Sauwald opposite and the Mühlviertel. The Mühlviertel adjoins the Donauleitn to the north and conveys a certain tranquillity with its gently shaped ridges and hilltops. Granite and gneiss form the geological subsoil, which appear here and there as striking rock formations and weathered shapes. The acidic and nutrient-poor soils did not make it easy for agriculture, in addition to the harsh, cool and low-precipitation climate of the high altitudes. Typical of the region are hilly cultivated landscapes (Bühel), which contain various copses. In contrast, there are agrarian plateaus with little structure. Today, agriculture is very intensive, with dairy farming as the main sector. In the past, the cultivation of flax and hops as well as linen weaving were important sources of income alongside agriculture. The beer brewing tradition is still alive today.
The devil once had riches and precious treasures. He buried his greatest treasure very close by, in Obermühl on the Teufelskirche. "The Devil's Money Laundering" tells the story of what else he used to do with his treasures.
Enjoy our lovingly prepared coffee and homemade cakes in a family atmosphere.
E-bike charging station at the Fischgasthof Aumüller in Obermühl
The e-bike can be charged at the charging station at the reverse loop.
Guests can enjoy the sunset on our terrace. With a cocktail or beer from the local Hofstetten brewery.
With delicacies from the menu such as burgers, salads and selected international dishes.
The new, solar-heated outdoor adventure pool in St. Martin i.M. offers lots of swimming fun for all water lovers!
St. Martin adventure pool:
The heated outdoor pool in Lembach is perfect for anyone looking to relax and cool off on hot days. The water slide also guarantees pure swimming fun.
Cosy restaurant with home cooking, regional food and homemade pastries.
Specialised in project weeks such as sports weeks, country school weeks, youth camps, camps,...
Advance reservation is desired.
Find new energy at our farm. Our single organic farm is protected by the quiet location, especially for families. Even with your horses, you are welcome. A ride in the morning, walks through the woods and meadows, or just rest under the old apple tree. 2 Holiday Homes for up to 6 persons. Riding for beginners.
NEW: hunting arrowparours with 28 3-D animals. Direct entry at our house, large trainingplace, equipment rental and training services.
Our Fischgasthof is located right next to the Danube, nestled in the beautiful Danube valley. Our down-to-earth business is located directly on the Danube cycle path and the Donausteig trail. We are part of the Donausteig innkeepers' cooperation, are flexible and are happy to cater to the needs and wishes of our guests.
We process Danube fish we have caught ourselves, game from our hunting grounds and serve numerous cider and juice varieties from our "Donautaler Mostkellerei".
As a certified cider sommelier, I recommend our pear frizzante with the name "Donauperle" - a protected trademark!
Seasonal delicacies such as Eferding asparagus can be found on our menu and the beer comes from the nearby Mühlviertel breweries Hofstetten and Schlägl.
For groups, we offer guided tours of the winery with documented tastings of cider and juice. We cater to the individual wishes of our guests.
Cider snacks and hot dishes in our sales room and wine tavern or inn.
Capacity up to 60 people in the inn up to 100 people.
The solar-heated Julbach outdoor pool with its large water slide and beach volleyball court as well as the extensive sunbathing lawns is an attraction for young and old.
Information: Julbach municipal office tel. 07288/8155 or during pool operations on 0677/61083077 (Löffler Renate, tenant of the outdoor pool buffet and organiser of pool operations from 2017).
www.julbach.ooe.gv.at
Total water area 300 m²
Swimming pool, children's pool and an adventure pool,
Attractions:
Wide water slide, splash shower, air jets, massage jets, children's play stream, children's slide, table tennis, swings and sand pile, beach volleyball court
Our home-style inn is located directly next to the church and has a newly designed guest garden in the inner courtyard (Viking courtyard with dungeon).
Starting point for
-the Danube Vikings
-the Viking breakfast
-the Viking snack
-the Viking pancake
Also suitable for bus and hiking groups.
Traditional inn with restaurant, Schmankerlstube, Tiffany music pub, bowling alleys; party service (from 15 people with delivery).
In the middle of the beautiful Mühlviertel, on the market square of Lembach, you will find our inn. Here we cook exactly the way we like to eat ourselves.
Our inn also stands for:
A typically Austrian tavern, located right in the center of Pfarrkirchen.
Excellent home-style cooking and the old-fashioned lounge offer a very special ambiance.
We recommend the delicious venison and fish dishes as well as the outdoor restaurant area in the warm season.
There is an direct connection to the hiking trail of the holiday region Donau-Ameisberg.
Enjoy hospitality and a family atmosphere in our inn, where you can fully enjoy friendliness and family tradition.
We attach great importance to preparing fresh dishes for you every day.
The central location of our inn in the centre of Lembach offers you the opportunity to take advantage of the numerous entertainment and leisure facilities of our market town.
Restaurant of the local golf club - open to the public
Shovel butchery
Suckling pig barbecue party service
The Fuchs-Eisner family leads with great dedication in the second generation the traditional Gastbertieb and has gradually created by modern conversions and extensions a modern & communicative Hubertushof, which is a meeting place for local tavern culture, but also offers the benefits of a modern restaurant.
Our holiday guests enjoy the relaxed, family atmosphere and feel comfortable in the beautifully designed rooms. You can enjoy the many amenities of the house such as the spacious garden, sauna, swimming pool while the kids let off steam at the playground.
Family-friendly tavern, located in the center of Pfarrkirchen.
Traditional home-style cooking with valueable menues of the day.
- Spacious saloon - available for events and weddings.
- Children's zoo (bunnies, horses etc.)
- Calm courtyard with playground
There is an direct connection to the hiking trail of the holiday region Donau-Ameisberg.
The range of leisure activities is extensive:
Fishing is a big topic in our house in summer. We have our own 4 km long fishing lake. Not only fly fishing is popular with us (distance approx. 1 km), at the following reservoir there are always anglers of all ages.
Hiking & mountain biking in the beautiful hilly landscape of the Mühlviertel, horseback riding, tennis, swimming at the Rannabadesee swimming paradise, etc.
Welcome to the guesthouse Hubertushof! We put our heart and soul in our guesthouse and rely on regional delicacies which we serve either in the traditional Restaurant (45 seats), or in the modern winter garden (100 seats). The different areas also offer space for any kind of festivities. The new winter garden is separable through a sliding glass door and equipped with video projector and screen for seminars and events. Especially the well-being of our young guests is close to our heart - there are a lot of things to explore for them.
The guesthouse Post in the course of time...
The name of the guesthouse reminds of the former function of this house as a post office. The restaurant offers the following rooms:
• Lounge • Falkensteiner extra room (offers space for about 10 people)
• dining room (for 50 persons) • Hall (offers space for about 150 people) • wine cellar
Enjoy a variety of specialties with your family or your friends. In our well-stocked wine cellar you will find the perfect wine at reasonable prices. Make your reservation timely under: 07287/7216! Make a gift: Make your loved ones, friends or business partners a gift of enjoyment with our exclusive gift certificates.
Adalbert Stifters Hochwaldblick - Trockenbiotop
Ausblick zum Böhmerwald vom Plöckenstein bis nach Gugelwald (Sternwindräder).
A Stelze went into the restaurant garden and ordered sushi. Hopfen wir das Beste said the beer and took a sip of house wine. Hopfen und Schmalz - the new brewery pub in the Neufelden organic brewery. Delicious Neufelden beer on tap, fresh Mühlviertel sushi, crispy knuckle of pork and much more.
Traditionelle Hausmannskost, einheimische Köstlichkeiten, feine Jausen-Schmankerl und selbst gemachte Mehlspeisen: Dafür sind wir in der Region bekannt. Wir bieten unseren Gästen eine offene und ehrliche Küche. Auf Vorbestellung gibt es auch warme Speisen wie zB. Bratl in der Rein oder eine Variation aus verschiedenen Schnitzerln. Die Rohstoffe stammen natürlich aus der Region.
Wir beziehen unsere Produkte aus der Region. Unsere Lämmer (Juraschafe) verarbeiten wir im eigenen Betrieb. Unsere Ziegenmilchprodukte stammen ebenfalls aus dem eigenen Betrieb. Auf Anfrage gibt es Ziegenfrischkäse auch zum Mitnehmen.
Cosiness has been a top priority at the Familienhotel Bruckwirt since 1848. Enjoy the cosy atmosphere by the warm tiled stove, the mild summer evenings on the terrace and the certainty that your children will have fun under the supervision of our children's aunt.
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No show, no distraction. Authentic, traditional and unadulterated - and of the highest quality.
Head chef David places particular emphasis on regional and seasonal products from farmers and suppliers from the Rohrbach district and surrounding area. This results in creative, innovative dishes full of tradition and down-to-earthness that bring the individual flavor components to the fore.
MarktCafé Innertsberger: the cozy café in Peilstein
The classic coffee house in the district Rohrbach in the beautiful Mühlviertel!
Delicious treats in between, tempting sweets, delicious ice cream and hearty snacks await you in the MarktCafe Innertsberger.
In the year of 2008 I - Ute Innertsberger - took over the MarktCafe Innertsberger in Peilstein in the district of Rohrbach. Our wish is that in our cafe feel really good. We offer freshly prepared delicacies, crispy pastries and delicate temptations.
The MarktCafe Innertsberger expects its guests from Monday to Sunday at the given opening hours. With us the day starts well with enjoyable breakfast offers, exquisite coffee creations and freshly prepared tea pastries.
For lunch, we offer hearty snacks from Monday to Saturday. We cook fresh for you every day.
Our offer for our coffee house guests:
Breakfast variations, ice cream variations, fresh pastries, exquisite pastries, pies and cakes, hearty snacks - freshly prepared every day, freshly roasted coffee, various teas, cool drinks (beer, wine, fruit juices), and much more ...
We are happy to be there for your celebrations: In our rooms, events with up to 55 people take place. For smaller celebrations is especially our adjoining room with space for 25 people.
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On weekdays, we offer a tasty lunch buffet in our restaurant consisting of a soup as well as various main courses, side dishes, a varied selection of salads and a dessert.
Weekly changing menus, as well as light dishes for hikers and refreshing drinks for hot summer days. On hot days, you can cool off with ice cream and cool drinks on our terrace. Enjoy your break at lunchtime, with menus that change daily, and you'll also find something for the small appetite in between.
Whether for a lunch menu, a cool drink with friends or as an atmospheric setting for parties - you are always welcome here.
Our culinary highlights:
Lunch menu with soup from 11:00 to 13:00
Barbecue evening - every second Thursday in summer
Soft ice cream - the "cool" tip for hot days
Delicacies - regional, seasonal, cooked with a lot of heart
"The Mühltalhof in Neufelden, located on the bank of the river “Große Mühl”, has been a dream destination for attentive hobby gourmets for many years. The hotel conveys artistic appreciation, modernity and comfort in a subtle, harmonious way."
S. Corti
This unique natural jewel with its unspoilt surroundings offers not only bathing water but also beautiful sunbathing areas with natural shade. Regular checks of the bathing water confirm its excellent quality.
The "Resi-Lacke" is an essential part of the local leisure structure in both summer and winter and is easily accessible by car. The Granitpilgern hiking trail leads just a few hundred meters past it and the Resi-Lacke is therefore also an opportunity for pilgrims to rest and refresh themselves.
Admission is free!
Mrs. Bettina Kapeller, the tenant of the bathing buffet, takes care of the physical well-being of the bathing guests, which is always open in summer when the weather is fine and is also open on weekdays during the summer vacations.
Fishing in the Resilacke
Permitted period:
Day licenses are available at GH Scharinger and at the municipal office for € 14!
Information: Marktgemeindeamt
Tel.: +43(0) 72 32 / 21 05
Erlebniswelt Granit:
Der größte Natursteinlehrpfad Österreichs demonstriert mit über 160 Exponaten die heimische Steinlandschaft. Bei Führungen erleben Sie die Geschichte der Granitregion hautnah. Ein historischer Steinbruch bildet das eindrucksvolle Ambiente des Natur-Amphitheaters Arena Granit.
Brauerei Hofstetten:
In der privaten Landbrauerei Hofstetten werden ebenso edle wie außergewöhnliche Bierspezialitäten, wie Kübel-, Honigoder Granitbier kreiert. Ein ideales Ausflugsziel für Gruppen, die mehr über das altehrwürdige Handwerk des Bierbrauens erfahren möchten.
Schloss Neuhaus:
Am Höhenrücken der Donau thront das weithin sichtbare Schloss Neuhaus, die größte erhaltene Burganlage Österreichs. Bemerkenswert ist der fünfeckige Turm mit Kleeblattfries und originellen Wasserspeiern (Gesäß von Neuhaus). Führungen für Gruppen gegen Voranmeldung.
Info: Gemeindeamt Kirchberg ob der Donau
Tel.: +43 (0) 72 82 / 4601
Drei Landschaften auf einen Blick…
Hier darf der Blick in die Ferne schweifen und entdeckt dabei das wunderschöne Donautal, den Sauwald gegenüber und das Mühlviertel. Das Mühlviertel schließt nördlich an die Donauleitn an und vermittelt mit seinen sanft geformten Rücken und Kuppen eine gewisse Ruhe. Den geologischen Untergrund bilden Granite und Gneise, die da und dort als markante Felsbildungen und Verwitterungsformenhervortreten. Die sauren und nährstoffarmen Böden machten es der Landwirtschaft nicht leicht, dazu kommt das raue, kühle und niederschlagsarme Klima der Hochlagen. Regionstypisch sind hügelige Kulturlandschaften (Bühel), die diverse Feldgehölze enthalten. Demgegenüber stehen strukturarme agrarische Plateaus. Heute wird sehr intensive Landwirtschaft betrieben, mit Milchwirtschaft als Hauptsparte. Früher waren neben der Landwirtschaft der Anbau von Flachs und Hopfen sowie die Leinenweberei wichtige Einkommen. Die Bierbrautradition ist heute nach wie vor lebendig.
Der Teufel hatte einst Reichtümer und kostbare Schätze. Seinen größten Schatz vergrub er ganz in der Nähe, in Obermühl auf der Teufelskirche. "Des Teufels Geldwäscherei" erzählt davon, was er sonst noch mit seinen Schätzen zu tun pflegte.
Info: Gemeindeamt Kleinzell i.M.
Tel.: +43 (0) 72 82 / 5355
Reichhaltige Gruben…
Heute werden sie meist nicht mehr genutzt, die zahlreichen kleinen Steinbrüche, in denen das Urgestein, meistens Granitarten gebrochen wurde. Heute sind die alten Steinbrüche weitgehend verwaldet. Ein paar Steinbrüche werden auch heute noch betrieben, meist als mittelgroße oder großflächige Anlagen. Abbaustellen haben aber nicht nur für den Menschen einen Nutzen, auch für den Naturschutz haben sie eine besondere Bedeutung. Die biologische Vielfalt wird allgemein bereichert, Sonderstandorte entstehen, die zum Beispiel für den Uhu von Bedeutung sind. Am Boden der Gruben bilden sich oft Gewässer mit reichhaltigen Lebensgemeinschaften. Dort wo neue Rohbodenstandorte entstehen, können Pionierpflanzen überleben.
Es ist spannend, welch unterschiedliche Eigenschaften Drachen zugesprochen werden. Manche fürchten sie, manche glauben, dass es ein "Göttlicher Drache" war, der hier bei Untermühl den Teufel reißaus nehmen lies...
Relaxed Danube experience in Obermühl
The landing stage is located in the small village of Obermühl, where the Kleine Mühl flows into the Danube and the Danube Cycle Path passes by. A down-to-earth inn with ferry service and boat harbor invites you to linger. The warm hospitality, varied hiking trails and numerous excursion destinations - such as the nature trail in the Schlögener Schlinge, the viewing tower in Kirchberg or a Viking boat trip on the Danube - make a stay here a special experience. The village of Kirchberg is located on the plateau on the "Burgstall" viewing mountain, which at 613 meters is the highest elevation along the Danube from its source to its mouth.
All natural stone - discover the "Granite" adventure world
The Danube town of Untermühl, with its boat landing stage, restaurants and ferry service, is an ideal starting point for a wide range of sports and leisure activities such as hiking, cycling and mountain biking. A short hike through the "Granite Adventure World" gives visitors an impressive insight into the fascinating diversity of the natural stone world. The Landbrauhaus Hofstetten brewery invites you to discover specialty beers on guided tours. For e-bike fans, the Donau-Granit-Runde (R1.08) offers a varied route around Danube waves, granite and hops.
The mighty Neuhaus Castle high above the Danube was built in the 12th century and used as a hunting seat by the bishops of Passau; in the 14th century the house of Schaunberg transformed it into a fortress.
In 1918 the family Plappart became the owner of Neuhaus Castle, which is, therefore, not open to the public. But even when you just walk around this 300 m long castle you feel like travelling back into the time of knights and chatelaines!
Your modern SPAR Falkner branch awaits you right in the heart of Oberkappel - a local supplier with lots of extras. Whether for your daily shopping, a quick snack in between or practical additional services - you are well looked after here!
Central location
Parking spaces right outside the door
Barrier-free & wheelchair accessible
Free WLAN
Ready-to-eat snacks
Fresh flowers
Cigarette machine (outside)
Tobacco sales (cash desk)
Lotto/Toto
Postal service partner directly on site
As an official postal service partner, SPAR Falkner Oberkappel offers you the opportunity to do your postal business conveniently while you shop - without any detours. Post letters, receive or send parcels - all in one place.
Visit us - SPAR Falkner Oberkappel looks forward to seeing you!
Information: Gemeindeamt
Tel.: +43 (0) 72 82 / 46 01
Arzt und Hausapotheke, Tel.: 4400
Rotes Kreuz, Notruf: 144
Polizei, Tel.: 059 133/4256, Notruf: 133
Öffentliches WC und Trinkwasser im UG des Gemeindehauses
Chronik
1263: Erste urkundliche Erwähnung Kirchbergs nach dem damaligen Ahnherrn des Geschlechts der Kirchberger ULRICUS DE CHIRBERCH. Dieses Geschlecht war ein Schaunberger Vasallengeschlecht. Der Ort liegt auf 580 m, das Gemeindegebiet umfasst ca. 21 km² und teilt sich auf in 18 Ortschaften.
Um 1400 wurde die heutige Pfarrkirche im gotischen Stil errichtet, 1711 wurde die Kirche barockisiert. Sie ist dem hl. Othmar geweiht.
Im 12 – 13. Jhdt. wurde in unserem Gebiet der Handel mit Salz sehr rege betrieben, wofür eine Landungsstelle an der Donau benötigt wurde. Es entstand der Ort Obermühl mit regem wirtschaftlichen Treiben. Als Wahrzeichen gilt der alte Getreidespeicher (Renaissancebau von 1618).
Tipp
Einen atemberaubenden Ausblick hat man vom Aussichtsturm (24 m). Das Aussichtsplateau am Burgstall ist ca. 10 Min. Gehzeit vom Ortsplatz entfernt.
Gegenüber von Obermühl kann man noch heute drei Felsen betrachten - was es mit ihnen auf sich hat und was es beudeutet, den Donaufürst zu verärgern, verrät die Donau-Sage "Wie versteinert".
Info: Tourismusgemeinde Pfarrkirchen im Mühlkreis
Tel.: 0043(0)7285/415
Praktischer Arzt mit Hausapotheke, 0 72 85 /62 60
Raiffeisenbank Donau-Ameisberg, 0 72 85 / 406
Chronik
Die Geschichte Pfarrkirchens ist eng mit der Geschichte der Pfarre verbunden. Diese wurde im 11. Jahrhundert von Passau aus gegründet. Pfarrkirchen wird urkundlich erstmals zwischen 1220 und 1240 erwähnt. Zu Pfarrkirchen gehörte ursprünglich in etwa das Gebiet zwischen Ranna und kleiner Mühl. Von dieser Zeit zeugt heute noch die mächtige und reich ausgestattete Kirche, die untypisch für den kleinen Ort ist. Der erste Kirchenbau dürfte bereits im 13. Jahrhundert an der Schwelle zwischen Romanik und Gotik entstanden sein und ist heute im Kern noch erhalten. Mitte des 15. Jahrhunderts wurde das von Kriegen zerstörte romanische Langhaus gotisch gewölbt und um 1500 die Sakristei sowie die daneben befindliche Kapelle errichtet. Die bestehende bauliche Ausgestaltung und Ausmalung im spätbarokken Stil stammt aus dem 17. und 18. Jahrhundert. Die kunsthistorische Bedeutung der weitum sichtbaren Kirche liegt insbesondere in der Entdeckung der Malereien von Giovanni Carlone, welche im Zuge der umfassenden Kirchenrenovierung 1988 bis 1995 freigelegt wurden.
Die Gemeinde Pfarrkirchen i.M. befindet sich im südwestlichen Teil des Bezirkes Rohrbach auf dem Höhenrücken des Pfarrwaldes der westlich zur Ranna und östlich zum Daglesbach abfällt. Im Norden reicht das Gemeindegebiet bis an den Ameisberg der mit 941 m die höchste Erhebung in der Region darstellt. Das auch als Naturschutzgebiet ausgewiesene Rannatal mit seinen bekannten Blockströmen bildet die westliche Grenze und schlängelt sich hinunter bis an die Donau.
In der Kirche in Pfarrkirchen tragen acht Engel das Gewölbe. Woran diese Figuren erinnern, erzählt die Donau-Sage "Wenn Engel zuarbeiten".
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