Austria Upper Austria Bezirk Gmunden St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut
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This hiking route takes you through the picturesque area near Sommerauerstein. The trail covers a distance of 5.91 kilometers with an elevation gain of 519 meters, making it a difficult hike that will take approximately 2 hours and 39 minutes to complete.
As you start your journey, you'll pass by the Jausenstation Holzerbauer restaurant, just 0.04 kilometers from the trailhead, where you can grab a bite to eat before embarking on your adventure. Along the way, you'll come across various information points to learn more about the area, such as the Sommeraustein viewpoint (2.96 kilometers from the start) and the Käferwandl peak (2.75 kilometers from the start).
For a break, you can rest at one of the benches scattered along the trail, like the one 1.52 kilometers from the start with a lovely viewpoint nearby. Make sure to stop by the Sommerauerstein peak (2.96 kilometers from the start) to enjoy a stunning panoramic view of the surrounding landscape.
As this is an out-and-back route, you'll retrace your steps on the way back, passing by the various points of interest once again. Remember to bring plenty of water, wear sturdy hiking shoes, and check the weather forecast before setting out. Enjoy your hike to Sommerauerstein!