Discover Gries: Chapel, bathing area and routes

Landmarks to explore include the history of the Hanslbauer Chapel, the Plomberg bathing area, and routes on foot or by bike. The information about each destination answers different planning questions: a consecration date places a cultural site in time, while walking time, elevation gain, and a possible starting point provide different guidance for routes. This can help you decide whether cultural history, a bathing area, or outdoor activities should take priority during your stay.

Culture and history

The Hanslbauer Chapel was built in memory of Josef’s life’s work and out of gratitude. The idea for its construction is associated with Josef Schachl (Hanslbauer): after recovering from a major operation in January 2016, he wanted to build the chapel as a sign of gratitude. It was consecrated during a church service on September 15, 2017.

The Thekla Chapel lies in the area around Gries and was built in 1864 in gratitude for a rescue. The year and the reason for its construction give it a clear historical context. Also nearby, at the foot of the Drachenwand, is the Wistaudermühle, built in the 19th century. Comparing the two sites brings out the difference in the dates provided: an exact year is given for the Thekla Chapel, while the mill is dated to a century. This allows two different historical contexts to be included in your travel plans.

By the water

The Plomberg bathing area is idyllically situated in Plomberg/Gries below the Drachenwand and is accessible at all times. The Plomberg waterfall is another destination near Gries: a small footbridge crosses the Klausbach, and a short walk from there brings you to the waterfall. Keeping the two names distinct when planning helps you choose between a bathing area and a destination by the stream.

Walking and cycling routes

The fitness trail near Gries is an easy circular hike with around 125 metres of elevation gain and a walking time of about two hours at a relaxed pace. The route is suitable for families. The time, elevation gain, and pace provide several concrete points of reference for planning, and the route is explicitly described as an easy loop.

The Mondsee Panoramatrail has 606 metres of elevation gain on the ascent. You can also start the route at the St. Lorenz/Mondsee Gries bus stop. The information provided answers different questions when comparing the routes: the fitness trail includes a walking time and pace, while the Panoramatrail highlights the ascent and a possible starting point. You can therefore weigh these aspects separately when choosing a route.

The cycle route around Lake Mondsee passes through Gries on the way to Scharfling and is signposted as R2, the Salzkammergut Cycle Path. For cyclists, both the stated route and its designation are provided. This differs from the information about the walking routes, which focuses on walking time, elevation gain, or a starting point.

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