Kreuzner Heartbeat Route
4040 Linz
The Bad Kreuzen "Heartbeat Route" – a hike that awakens the senses and promises heartbeats. The route in Bad Kreuzen is much more than just a pastime – it is an invitation to awaken the senses, celebrate natural wonders, and let the heart beat faster.
Recommended season:
- March
- April
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- November
- Loop
- Scenic
- Refreshment stops available
- Family friendly
- Cultural/historical value
- Geological highlights
- Summit route
- Healthy climate
In the midst of the hilly landscape of the hiking village of Bad Kreuzen, known for its long Kneipp and spa tradition, this hike offers a refreshing and mindful opportunity to discover the most beautiful spots in the region and feel the power of the trees and water. Every step on this unique route promises an experience that refreshes both body and mind alike. A hike that moves not just your feet but also your soul. Step by step, switch off, experience, and enjoy the Bad Kreuzen Heartbeat Route.
Directions:The starting point of this hiking route is Burg Kreuzen, a place full of history and charm. From here, the path leads downhill to Aignerberg, past the chapel "Aigner Kreuz." The chapel, with its quiet presence, invites you to pause and reflect. Here, in the calm and seclusion, you can let your thoughts wander and find the inner retreat often lost in the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It is a moment of contemplation that prepares hikers for the journey ahead and opens the senses to the wonders of nature.
With an open heart and hiking enthusiasm in tow, a refreshing and invigorating experience awaits: The Wolfsschlucht, where mystical rocks and the gentle babbling of the brook engage the senses in a very special way. The many steps and the Herzog spring allow you to feel the power of nature impressively and invite you to let yourself be enchanted by the magic of this place.
The path continues through the forest, where the Kneipp trail with its refreshing water elements awaits. Here, where nature whispers its stories, it's time to take off your shoes and wade through the water. While the cool water plays around your feet, you experience the invigorating effect and increased well-being. Refreshed and lively, the path leads next to the forest contemplation. Here, a moment of calm and reflection awaits before ascending over the Gruber hill and a farm track to the "Weiserhöhe." Up here, you feel the summit happiness of the hike and are rewarded with the view over the gentle hills of the idyllic Strudengau.
After the ascent and summit happiness, a generous midday break is recommended to simply enjoy the moment. Refreshed, the route continues through the Kneipp garden to the chapel "Maria Hilf" and further along the Anton Bruckner path. This section is dedicated to Bad Kreuzen's most famous spa guest and the great musical master. Following his footsteps, you walk to the spring that once inspired him for the Kyrie of his famous F minor Mass. So breathe deeply in and out, because here you breathe history and inspiration at once. Over the "bathing houses," the last section leads back to Burg Kreuzen, the starting and ending point of this invigorating hike.
For those who want to experience some summit happiness again at the end, the hike is crowned with an ascent to the castle tower. On the way up to the viewing platform, visitors can enjoy the free exhibition "Healing Power of Water" – featuring interesting and exciting information about the history of the place and the origins of the spa tradition. Once at the top, you let the impressions of the past hike sink in again and enjoy the power and beauty of nature with the magnificent view over the Danube valley, the Strudengau, and the Alps.
Tip:Discovery journeys with a delightful stopover! This route passes directly by the following culinary partner:
Equipment:
Good footwearAdditional information:
https://www.tem-zentrum.at/standorte/bad-kreuzen.html
http://www.gasthof-schiefer.at/
Paths covering:
further information:
- Circular route
- Board possible
The pilgrimage chapel is located directly next to the three-star inn “Gasthof Aigner Kreuz” (Aichinger family, Phone: +43 7266 6225) at the start of the nature and culture trail "Wolfsschlucht".
Legend says that the judge Strauß (1692) went on a pilgrimage for his seriously ill wife to Mariazell. On his return his completely healthy wife greeted him exactly where today the chapel stands. At this place he put up a simple wooden cross to express his gratitude.
At the beginning of the 18. Century another man experienced his rescue at exactly this place when his shying horses stopped right before the cross.
Thus, he built a chapel around the cross.
The present building dates from 1852 and its interior encompasses the cross, an Immaculate (on the left) and Saint Vitus (on the right).
A sound garden with a water course, a graduation house with saline air for breathing exercises, a green cloister, the paddling pool with a water stream as well as a barefoot circular path and water playground allow you to relax as you desire. The Naschgarten (snack garden), a large swimming pond as well as the Spiritueller Garten (spiritual garden) and the Osteoporose-Therapiegarten (osteoporosis therapy garden) additionally strengthen the body, mind and soul. The joy is great about the new osteoporosis therapy garden covering 280 sq m! For those affected by osteoporosis, the training for the musculoskeletal system and the effect of UV exposure benefiting bone regeneration with the formation of vitamin D is of great importance.
Above all, the holistic approach of the 5 Kneipp pillars contributes to pain relief and the strengthening of the spiritual and mental balance.
The Kneipp garden Bad Kreuzen is open year-round and freely accessible.
Guided tours possible upon advance reservation (07266/6281-0).
The Burgschenke not only offers a cosy atmosphere, but also delicious food: snacks, coffee, pastries, all kinds of drinks and ice cream specialities.
Birthday parties, christenings, weddings etc. in the castle can be arranged by telephone.
For information on current opening hours, please contact us by telephone.
More information is also available on our website at www.burg-kreuzen.at.
Info: Tourismusverein Gsund Leben - Willkommen in Bad Kreuzen
Tel.: +43 (0) 72 66 / 62 55-30
Schlucht im Urgestein…
Die Wolfsschlucht am Fuß der Burg Kreuzen ist eine klammartige Urgesteinsschlucht. Die Wasserfälle, Felsformationen und Blockburgen machen ihren urigen Charakter aus. Einige botanische undfaunistische Besonderheiten gibt es hier zu finden. Die steilen, schwer zugänglichen Hänge werden von naturnah ausgebildeten Schluchtwäldern eingenommen. Sie konnten sich oftmals dort bewahren, wo sich die schwierige Bewirtschaftung kaum lohnte. Esche, Bergahorn und Bergulme lieben die luft- und bodenfeuchten Bedingungen in der Schlucht. Der Unterwuchs solcher Wälder wird von einer üppigen Krautschicht gebildet.
Unweit der Burg Kreuzen gibt es einen Felsen, der auch Bärensprung genannt wird. Wie dieser Felsen zu seinem Namen kam, erfahren Sie in der Donau-Sage "Über die Kippe springen".
Starting points: Bad Kreuzen, inn „Gasthaus Aichinger“ in Neuaigen or fortress „Burg Kreuzen“
Type of trail: slim pathways, bridges and many steps, safety railings
Special features: climate, geology, flora and fauna
Length of the round route: 4.800 m
Route: Bad Kreuzen – Neuaigen – Wolfsschlucht – Jägersitz – Burg Kreuzen – Bad Kreuzen
Trail marking: "5a Kulturpfad – Wolfsschlucht“
Hiking on the tracks of noble spa guests
Since 1846 Bad Kreuzen is known as a health resort. At that time the duke Ernst of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha let built a cold water establishment in the castle tavern. Under the guidance of the spa doctor Dr. Otto Fleischanderl this place developed into a meeting point of aristocrats. Springs were captured, paths constructed and places of relaxation created.
The central point of the spas during that time was the “Wolfsschlucht” where the first spa treatments in natural waters and with simple shower facilities took place. Today melodious names like “Wiener Wellenbad”, “Greiner Duschen”, “Herzogsquelle” or “Felsendom” remind us of these times. The historical places are equipped with panels that represent silent witnesses of this time period.
Getting there
Coming via the West Autobahn A1 from Vienna, Salzburg, or Passau, take the Amstetten West exit, continue to Grein, and northward to Bad Kreuzen - Burg Kreuzen.
Public Transit
How to get to the Danube region of Upper Austria?
The fast way to your destination – by train, bus, car, ship, or airplane.
Take the train to Amstetten or Grein, then the bus to Bad Kreuzen, stop Burg Kreuzen.
Parking
Large parking lot at Burg Kreuzen
- Spring
- Summer
- Autumn
- Early winter
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