Details for: Kronhobel - round
Brief description
The route offers magnificent views into the Ybbstal Alps and the Mostviertel - on clear days even reaching the Waldviertel and the Totes Gebirge up to the Großer Priel.
Description
Along this route, you can repeatedly enjoy the magnificent views over Waidhofen an der Ybbs and the Alpine foothills. Once at the ridge, make sure not to miss the view of Sonntagberg and the Mostviertel. In good weather conditions, you can even see as far as the Waldviertel.
Starting point of the tour
Waidhofen, Schlosscenter parking garage
Route description Kronhobel - round
From the Schlosscenter parking deck, follow the right bank of the Ybbs River upstream towards Raifberg until the Rehau junction towards Windhag. Along this route, you can repeatedly enjoy the wonderful views over Waidhofen and the Alpine foothills. Once you reach the ridge, the view extends over Sonntagberg to the Waldviertel region. With a gentle incline, continue to Windhag, which is perfect for a picnic break. Return via forest and meadow paths back to the town, and you should visit the Höritzauermühle halfway along the way.
Directions
A1 exit Amstetten West - federal road B121 to Waidhofen/Ybbs - center and Waidhofen parking guidance system
Parking
Schlosscenter parking garage
ÖBB train to Waidhofen/Ybbs, 10 min walk to the starting point
Author's tip
The Höritzauermühle on the return path stands by a picturesque little brook and gives visitors an impression of times gone by.
