R1.06 Penzenstein circuit

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Starting place: 4085 Neustift im Mühlkreis
Destination: 4085 Neustift im Mühlkreis

duration: 3h 9m
length: 39,6 km
Altitude difference (uphill): 789m
Altitude difference (downhill): 789m

Lowest point: 282m
Highest point: 820m
difficulty: medium
condition: difficult
panoramic view: Dreamtour

Paths covering:
Asphalt

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Short description:
'Close to the skies above – with a perpendicular view into the Danube Valley'


Technique: ****


Quality of experience: ******


Recommended season:
  • March
  • April
  • May
  • June
  • July
  • August
  • September
  • October


Properties:
  • Loop
  • Scenic
  • Refreshment stops available
  • Cultural/historical value
  • Geological highlights

Description:
Fantastic summit cycle tour from the Upper Danube Valley to the parish church in Mühlkreis (840 m) which provides panoramic views – the highest point of all the Danube cycle routes! The reward: breath-taking views far into the Alps, a pleasure-filled descent across the landscape balcony into Pühret, .... Final highlight: perpendicular view into the Danube from the Penzenstein. 

 


 


Highlights:



  • Parish church in Mühlkreis (highest point of the Danube Cycle Path circuits, panoramic viewing point)

  • Penzenstein (pilgrimage church and views down to the depths of the Danube)



Directions:
Located in the deep gorge of the Upper Danube Valley – at the mouth of the Ranna on the Danube -, secluded Rannamühl is the starting point for this superb summit cycle tour. To start with you warm up with a cycle downstream along the wide Danube river on peaceful side roads. Around 1.7 km after Niederranna the 550 metre summit climb starts! The first third proceeds in serpentines, in the shady mixed woodland area through the steep flanks of the Donauengtal. At mysterious Marsbach Castle, at one time a feared lair for robber barons, the hardest section is over. Continue to climb through the narrow Marsbachgraben, where the landscape then opens up – a feeling of elation provides a welcome sense of achievement. Now lush pastures, fertile fields, scattered farming hamlets, little areas of woodland provide inspiration...  - A pure rural idyll in Mühlviertel! Proceed up on ridge terrain in Emmerstorf via favourable agricultural roads. It is here that those first views to the village of Hofkirchen, in the centre of an undulating high plateau, open up. What first springs to mind – a hidden paradise. The relaxing ride with easy up and downhill sections to the village helps you recover. In the lovely centre of the village the large parish church, houses, the village fountain, pillories ... recount an extensive history in the market square. Highlight: the plant labyrinth just above the town. An ancient energy-filled space which took centre-stage with its symbolism and which inspires with its sublime views! Via a country lane the route proceeds – somewhat more steeply – up to the next balcony section. There you enjoy a relaxing ride on rural roads to Hamet. The final ride proceeds through a traditional area of mixed mountain woodland, providing a panoramic view to the village parish church. At the edge of the woodland above the parish church is the 'Gipfel' - a fantastic panoramic viewing point (840 m). Congratulations, you are now at the highest point

of all


the Danube Cycle Path sections! Superb views down below enable you to get a sense of the elevation and enjoy dreamy Alpine views which seem to go on forever. Simply legendary! Another reward: 2.3 km of pure descending fun – intoxicating speed through natural mountain woodland, peppered with superb views into the distance! The remainder of the 5.4 km down to Oberkappel, with four small counter climbs, provides a wonderful cinematic style scenery experience. In the market at Oberkappel it is worth enjoying a short visit to the town square style market place ensemble. After crossing the river Ranna, the final big ascent begins. Ride for around 3 km, with some steep, uphill sections. Natural sections of mountain woodland encourage inner reflection, while the rural cultural area provides feelings of elation. Just above the mountain, you come to the rural one-street village of Neustift. After a short descent to the Stöcklbach Graben, a climb through a shaded forest follows, taking you to the Bavarian border. Congratulations! You are now at the gentle landscape balcony area of Pühret, directly above the Danube Gorge. Enjoy a lovely cycle through a rural cultural landscape, downhill on the long, slightly truncated altitude ridge. The final highlight: a short detour to the myth-enshrouded Penzenstein viewing point, which provides fantastic views down to the depths of the Danube and to Engelhartszell with its well-known abbey! Just after the village the speedy down woodland section begins, passing Rannariedl Castle, through the steep flanks of the Donauengtal. Once you reach the banks of the Danube, cycle down along the wide mysterious river at the legendary Treppelweg. A superb summit cycle tour providing a cinematic landscape experience!



Tip:


  • Journeys of discovery with an enjoyable stopover! This tour leads directly past the following culinary partner:


    -Bäckerei Konditorei Panoramacafé Bauer


    -Fischrestaurant Gasthof Luger
    -LOMO ALTO - Organico





Safety guidelines:
The main section of this superb cycle route uses tranquil, asphalt (side) roads. Between Hofkirchen and Hamet there is a 1.3 km section via a steeper agricultural road. Basic command of gears is necessary for the long climb sections. Basic braking technique is necessary for the long descent. Not suitable for traditional style road  bikes.

 


Signage: 


To make orientation easier, the Danube Cycle Path has been signposted with its own cycle guidance system. This circuit follows the "R1.06 Penzenstein Runde" signposts.

Starting point: Rannamühl / Hofkirchen in Mühlkreis – The Danube Cycle Path circuit starting point is at the big car park at the point where the River Ranna flows into the Danube.
Destination: End location = Start location (circular route)

further information:
  • Flatly
  • Board possible

Accessibility / arrival



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Parking
Rannamühle parking lot
Travelling by public transport
Route planner for independent travellers
Most economical season
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Autumn

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R1.06 Penzenstein circuit
WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH
Lindengasse 9
4040 Linz

Phone +43 732 7277 - 800
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b.The braking distance should be half of the total distance visible: We ride at a controlled pace, are ready to brake and maintain a braking distance half as long as the total distance visible, especially in curves, because we always have to count on obstacles on the path. Damage to the path, stones, branches, wood piles, grazing livestock, cattle grids, barriers, tractor-type forestry machines and authorised vehicles pose dangers that we need to be ready for.

c.Don’t drink and drive!: Do not drink alcohol when mountain biking. Take care at stop-off points (dealing with bike racks, dirty shoes or clothing).

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f.Avoid unnecessary noise. Out of consideration to the animals living in the wild, we only bike during full daylight. As a principle, we always wear our helmet (even when riding uphill)! Don’t forget emergency supplies: We always have a repair set and bandages along.

g.Don’t overestimate your skills: We should not overdo it when it comes to biking technique and physical fitness. Take the level of difficulty posed by the route into consideration and make a precise estimate of your experience and skills as a biker (braking, bell, lights)!

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Tour-Details

Starting place: 4085 Neustift im Mühlkreis
Destination: 4085 Neustift im Mühlkreis

duration: 3h 9m
length: 39,6 km
Altitude difference (uphill): 789m
Altitude difference (downhill): 789m

Lowest point: 282m
Highest point: 820m
difficulty: medium
condition: difficult
panoramic view: Dreamtour

Paths covering:
Asphalt

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