Castle path Grimmenstein

©Burg Grimmenstein

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 8,94 km
Duration: 2:52 h
Ascent: 298 m elevation gain
Descent: 298 m elevation gain

Beautiful circular hiking route at Kulmriegel to Grimmenstein Castle

Starting point of the tour: Grimmenstein town hall square
Tour destination: Grimmenstein town hall square

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 8,94 km
Duration: 2:52 h
Ascent: 298 m elevation gain
Descent: 298 m elevation gain

Fitness level required:
4/6
Overall experience:
6/6
Scenery:
6/6

Lowest point402 m
Highest point696 m

Round tour
Nice views
With refreshment stops
Accessibility by train and bus
Suitable for families and children

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Description

The castle path leads from the town hall square (parking directly on site or at Edlitz-Grimmenstein station) toward the Kunstgraben, from there it goes over a forest path up the Grimmenstein local mountain - the Kulmriegel - towards the castle. A short stop is worthwhile at the Mariengrotto, a place of Marian veneration with rest opportunities. At the castle, from spring to autumn, you can enjoy refreshments and cool drinks on the terrace with a magnificent view over the Pittental. Then continue under the cooling leafy canopy to the Eben, from there back down to the town hall square.

Equipment Always take suitable maps with you. Wear sturdy shoes suitable for the route, bring sun and rain protection as well as water and a snack. Take your mobile phone and save the emergency numbers of rescue services: Rescue 144 / Mountain rescue 140
Route description Signage G1 (large Kulmriegel route), then G1a (Castle path)Start at Grimmenstein town hall square, then the path leads along Schulgasse towards Kulmriegel, with the castle already visible in sight. Then go left up into the Kunstgraben, where after the bridge take the right turn towards the grotto into the forest. Follow the markings G1 to the grotto, before the settlement "Grün" turn left towards the castle (G1a). Past the hunting hut, shortly before the settlement Eben turn left into the Kunstgraben. Return to Schulgasse and to the town hall square.
Parking Free parking either directly at the town hall square or at Edlitz-Grimmenstein station.
Getting there Take the Grimmenstein exit from the Southern motorway and then turn right into the town center.
Public transport Edlitz-Grimmenstein station - the hike starts about 300 m from the station.Alternatively, the community is also well accessible by buses.More information can be found at www.oebb.at and www.vor.at
Editor’s tip Attractions: Grimmenstein Castle (also food and guided tours on weekends), MariengrottoFood and drink: Das GrimmenStein, Gasthof Pichler in Petersbaumgarten (also overnight stays possible) and Mostheuriger Zierhof

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