Themed hiking trails in Gastein

Educational, mystical or delightful: The themed hiking trails in the Gastein valley turn every walk into a special experience.

Sometimes it’s mysterious stories, sometimes interactive nature stations. In Gastein, every trail has its own unique charm, and what begins as a simple stroll quickly becomes an exciting family adventure.

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What makes the themed hiking trails so special

  • family-friendly routes with interactive stations 
  • imaginative fairy-tale and legend trails 
  • educational nature and adventure trails with informative boards 
  • sensory highlights such as the barefoot trail or Swiss stone pine trail
  • scenic tours with inviting refreshment stops
  • many routes suitable for prams and pushchairs 

Gastein's themed trails

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Walking time
01:00 h
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Route Length
3.2 km
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altitude meters uphill
40 hm
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Difficulty
Easy
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Walking time
02:30 h
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Route Length
7 km
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altitude meters uphill
200 hm
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Difficulty
Easy
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Walking time
00:45 h
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Route Length
2.9 km
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altitude meters uphill
15 hm
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Difficulty
Easy
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Walking time
01:00 h
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Route Length
1.5 km
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altitude meters uphill
50 hm
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Difficulty
Easy
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Walking time
02:00 h
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Route Length
5 km
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Difficulty
Middle
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Walking time
01:15 h
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Route Length
4 km
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altitude meters uphill
100 hm
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Difficulty
Easy
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Walking time
05:00 h
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Route Length
10 km
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altitude meters uphill
600 hm
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Difficulty
Middle
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Walking time
02:00 h
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Route Length
4.8 km
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Difficulty
Middle
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Walking time
00:30 h
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Route Length
1.5 km
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altitude meters uphill
50 hm
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Difficulty
Easy
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Walking time
01:30 h
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Route Length
4.5 km
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altitude meters uphill
180 hm
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Difficulty
Easy
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Walking time
01:00 h
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altitude meters uphill
30 hm
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Difficulty
Easy

Themed hikes with children

For families, Gastein’s themed hiking trails offer a playful way to explore nature together. Many routes are pram-friendly and easily accessible with cable cars and lifts, making a trip to the mountains comfortable and carefree – even with the youngest hiking companions.

And here’s a little extra motivation: With the Gastein hiking pin, explorers of all ages can collect badges and document their hiking achievements. Each completed trail can be stamped at designated points or conveniently recorded via the app. The hiking adventure puzzle and stamp booklet, available at the local tourist offices, makes hiking even more fun for kids. 

Family-friendly hiking routes

Whether on the bee nature trail, the legend trail or the bird nature trail - there is plenty for young and old to discover here!

Nature first, wellness next

After exploring the themed hiking trails, cosy alpine huts invite you to take a well-earned break and enjoy regional specialities. And when the hike is over? You can unwind in Gastein’s relaxing thermal waters – the perfect way to soothe tired muscles. With the Berge & Thermen Card, you’ll even benefit from exclusive discounts. 

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