Looking for a secret tip for your summer holidays in Austria? A hidden pearl? Here in the wonderful Donnersbachwald you can still find authenticity. The village is somewhat remote and that is precisely its charm. Old traditions are still alive here. The active traveller has quite a few options here. And after a tiring day, you can enjoy Haus Erna’s lovely covered terrace where a Weber gas barbecue awaits you. Afterwards, take a bubble bath and possibly a sauna and enjoy your well-earned sleep.
Endless hiking
Donnersbachklamm
Walking along the swirling water with bridges, waterfalls, … Not to be missed during your summer holidays in Austria. More info.
Mörsbachwirt Alm
Unique desolate views on the circular walk starting from the picturesque Morsbachwirt Alm. More info.
Gipfelbad
Heated panoramic pool with 360° view of the summit of the Riesneralm. (nice walk via the Jaga trail or else via the cable lift). More info.
Sölktäler Naturpark
Beautiful hike along 3 mountain lakes in the unique Sölktäler Naturpark. More info: here and here.
Hochkapelle
The Glattjochkapelle is the highest chapel in Styria. It can only be reached by foot.
Tauplitz
Round trip hike with fantastic views along the 6 lakes in Tauplitz. More info here and here.
Need more hiking inspiration? Take a look at our blog or have a quick look here, here and here.
Awesome mountain huts
Lärchkar Alm
Do you want to go back in time 500 years? Do you want to soak the tranquillity of the mountains after your long journey? You can do so at a 50-minute walk from Haus Erna. More info.
Finsterkar Alm
If you hike into the mountains from Haus Erna, you will come across this mountain hut after an hour’s walk and without encountering anyone. More info: here and here.
Stalla Alm
In the mood for a nice beer? Here, the beer is not chilled in the frig but in a basin of ice-cold mountain water. What a lovely chill on the mountain hike. More info here and here.
Thrilling action
E-biking
Great riding through the mountains on an e-Bike. More info.
Swimming
Cool down during your summer holidays in the Badesee in Donnersbachwald. Totally free of charge. More info.
Gliding
Spectacular flying experience on Europe’s largest rope gliding course (Zipline Stoderzinken). More info.
Culture and traditions
Schloss Trautenfels
Baroque castle with state rooms, antler room, extensive collection and special exhibitions.
Monastery in Admont
Admont’s Benedictine abbey houses the world’s largest abbey library, a natural history and art history museum, an abbey church and much more.
Castle ruin
The castle ruins in Wörschach, built in 1125 by the Count of Wolkenstein, are very popular, not least because of the stunning view of the Enns Valley. More info.
And much more
Pürgg
Small cosy village with a super tasty restaurant (Gasthaus Krenn). More info.
Dachstein Gletsjer
Breathtaking views from the Sky Walk, the Suspension Bridge or the Stairway to nothingness.
Salzburg
Famous for its baroque buildings that are part of the World Heritage Site.
As you can see, there is a lot to experience in Donnersbachwald. More information on summer on the Riesneralm can be found here.
Summarised: Donnersbachwald in Styria, Austria, is a fantastic place for your next summer holiday in Austria. Lesser-known, but definitely recommended.
The mountains are waiting for you
Enjoy the Austrian mountains together, unwind in the private wellness area with sauna and spa bath, savour a glass of fine wine and cook on the Weber barbecue under the covered terrace. At Haus Erna, it’s all about spending time together.
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