Discover Bad Weinberg

Bad Weinberg combines a distinctive history of springs with trails for walking, horseback riding and cycling. For trip planning, several perspectives come together: the discovery of a healing spring and the town’s former history as a health resort, a route linking several places, and trails heading toward the Aschach and Danube valleys or Linz.

Healing Spring, History as a Health Resort and Geology

In 1930, a healing spring was discovered at a depth of 47 metres during well construction in the village of Bad Weinberg. The springs were recognized as healing springs because of their high iron and organic matter content; healing effects were observed particularly on skin wounds. The spa in Bad Weinberg operated until 2007. The discovery and the end of spa operations thus mark different points in the town’s history.

The geological context is also part of the story of the water: Bad Weinberg lies on the edge of the Bohemian Massif, where it meets the Molasse Basin. The Weinberg mineral water deposit is closely associated with the Oligocene Linz Sands and bituminous shale clays. Thus, alongside the dates in the history of the spa, the geological context of the water deposit offers another perspective on the town.

Trails for Walking and Horseback Riding

Variant b) of the Dachsberg Trail No. 83 runs from Großsteingrub via Dachsberg and Bad Weinberg back to Großsteingrub. The route links the three named places in a loop. On the short variant, the return route follows field paths past the Bründlteich pond toward the starting point. The pond and field paths characterize the return route described here. As trail conditions can change, it is a good idea to check the current route status before setting out.

There are several farm-gate sellers along the Dachsberg Trail. Individual vendors may change, so if you would like to include direct sales in your plans, we recommend checking the current situation along the trail.

The Pollhamerwald riding trail passes through the Pollhamerwald and Schmidgraben and crosses the highest point in Reiten im Landl. Heading toward the Aschach and Danube valleys, it runs via Dachsberg Castle and Bad Weinberg. This route therefore highlights different landscape names and directions than the Dachsberg Trail loop, which returns via Großsteingrub.

Cycling in the Direction of Linz

The cycling tour along the LILO to Linz passes Bad Weinberg. It is 52 kilometres long, takes about three hours and includes 370 metres of elevation gain. Its destination and detour to Wackersbach distinguish it from the Dachsberg Trail loop, which returns to Großsteingrub.

The cycling tour runs mostly on side roads and includes two short gravel sections. Surfaces and trail signage may change, so check current route conditions before setting out. You can factor the approximate duration and elevation gain into your schedule without equating the route with a walking time.

For the broader travel overview: Prambachkirchen.