The most beautiful hikes in Ebensee

Hikes straight from the Katzerhaus

Hiking above Lake Traunsee

1. Sonnstein Panorama Loop

It is one of the most beautiful tours in the Salzkammergut. Early in the morning we set off from the Katzerhaus and walk to the church in Ebensee. From there, simply follow the well-signposted trail.

First you conquer the Großer Sonnstein. Sure-footedness is recommended here – the view is magnificent (especially when the morning sun climbs over the Traunstein) and the natural rock ledges invite you to take a rest.

Then comes a short descent followed by the climb up the Kleiner Sonnstein. It is easier to climb than the Großer Sonnstein, but the view of Traunkirchen and the Alpine foothills is even more impressive.

The way back follows the old lakeshore road, now closed to traffic. We warmly recommend dangling your feet in the cool Traunsee along the way – or simply jumping right in.

The perfect finish is a drink at the Windbar or a Giovanni ice cream at the Landungsplatz in Ebensee

Our local mountain

2. Panorama Hike up and down the Feuerkogel

The best plan is to take the cable car up the mountain early in the morning. At the top, treat yourself to a hearty breakfast at one of the huts (every single one of them serves excellent food) and then amble leisurely back down into the valley towards Ebensee. The path is steep in places, but always rewards you with a beautiful view of the lake.

Alternatively, you can of course hike up on foot and take the cable car down. Don't underestimate this tour – be sure to pack water and a snack.

HTL Wels via ferrata

3. Alberfeldkogel Via Ferrata

The approach to the via ferrata starts at the Feuerkogel mountain station and takes about 30 minutes. The via ferrata should only be attempted with proper equipment. The ascent is about 400 m – starting from the Katzerhaus, allow 4–5 hours for the tour, including breaks and the cable-car ride.

In our family, the children like to take the normal path up to the Alberfelderkogel (Europakreuz) with grandma and grandpa. The climbers among us take the via ferrata, and we all meet up again at the summit.

1–2 h from the Katzerhaus

4. Mountain-Mirror Tour: Langbath Lakes

The Langbath Lakes delighted not only the imperial family in Vienna. Nowhere else are sky, mountains and forests mirrored so clearly in the water as here.

From the Katzerhaus it is just a stone's throw to the two lakes: two vintage bicycles are available to borrow free of charge (or to store your own bikes).

By bike it is about 4 km along a quiet little road to the two Langbath Lakes, which then invite you to wonderful walks and a refreshing swim.

Tip: A short climb up the Signalkogel right from the car park rewards you with gorgeous panoramic views.

Duration: 5 h (up and down), 9 km

5. Erlakogel

Our vintage bicycles take you to Rindbach in 10 minutes. From there, follow trail no. 421 to the well-signposted Erlakogel. It climbs briskly up through alpine pastures and mountain forests. From the Erlakogel you have a splendid view of the Totes Gebirge, the Dachstein and, of course, the Traunsee.

 

 

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