Altenmarkt: Trails, Nature and Excursions

Altenmarkt offers a range of options for planning excursions: a circular trail that starts and ends in the town centre, two cross-country ski trails of different lengths, a hiking trail with a specified altitude and a multi-stage route. There is also the pilgrimage site of the Rochus Grotto, a swimming pool, a fly-fishing area and a culinary highlight at the Gasthof Post. This allows you to plan your stay around the type of route, the season or a specific date. When looking for a hotel in Altenmarkt, these themes can help you choose your preferred travel dates and activities.

Circular Trails, Cross-Country Ski Trails and Hiking Destinations

The Weg der unSINNE is a 3 km circular trail that starts and ends in the centre of Altenmarkt. This means the start and finish are in the same place. The hiking trail up Wiesberg reaches an altitude of 802 m; on the way back, it passes through Hasenreit to Altenmarkt. For this hike, the altitude and the described return route provide different points of reference for your planning.

The Altenmarkter cross-country ski loop is 6 km long, while the Ennsfeld loop is 3 km; the longer route is therefore twice as long. Sufficient snow cover is required to use either loop in winter.

Longer Routes and Regional Context

The Sieben Elemente Weg runs from Altenmarkt to Wildalpen in seven stages and covers a total of 126 km and 6,100 metres of elevation gain. It was officially opened on 27 September 2025. Its number of stages and total distance make it a multi-stage route, clearly distinct from a single circular trail.

Altenmarkt is one of the municipalities covered by the Styrian Iron Trail Nature and Geopark. This places the town within a nature and geopark that spans several municipalities, adding a regional context to the specific routes.

Rochus Grotto, Swimming Pool and Fishing Area

The Rochus Grotto pilgrimage site lies between Altenmarkt and Großreifling (Krippau). The walk to the Rochus Grotto takes about an hour from Kendl-Reith and is suitable for experienced hikers. The Rochus Mass is held every year in August, providing a recurring event that may also be of interest when planning your trip.

The Altenmarkt swimming pool has a 33 m water slide for younger children. If you are considering a visit to the pool, the slide is a specific feature to keep in mind when planning with younger children.

The 3 km fly-fishing area starts in Weißenbach bei Sankt Gallen at the entrance to Wolfsbachau and ends in Altenmarkt bei Sankt Gallen at Kesselbrücke, on the border between Styria and Upper Austria. Before travelling, check access to the area and the applicable fishing regulations.

Food and Trip Planning

The Gasthof Post serves dishes including creamy fish soup, char sausage and Xeis Alpine salmon from Oberlaussa. Menus may change, so check the current menu before your visit.

There are different practical factors to consider when choosing your travel dates: sufficient snow cover is required for the two cross-country ski trails, the Rochus Mass takes place every year in August, and you should check access and regulations for the fishing area in advance. If you are looking for a hotel in Altenmarkt, these factors can help you match your travel dates to your planned activities.

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