--- title: "Hiking in the region Traunsee-Almtal | Salzkammergut" url: "https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/en/active/hiking.html" description: Mountaineering, rock climbing or leisurely hiking, the perfect tour for everyone in the Traunsee and Almtal region in the Salzkammergut image: "https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/user_upload/traunsee-almtal/Logos/Traunsee_Almtal_Logo_.png" date: 2018-09-27 modified: 2024-04-23 --- # Hiking in the region Traunsee-Almtal | Salzkammergut [ ![Wandern am Feuerkogel Richtung Europakreuz.](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/e/0/csm_Wandern_am_Feuerkogel_75b609faab.jpg "Wandern_Feuerkogel_c_TVB_Traunsee-Almtal_brainpark.traunsee__40_.jpg") ![Wandern am Feuerkogel Richtung Europakreuz.](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/e/0/csm_Wandern_am_Feuerkogel_e94c869174.jpg "Wandern_Feuerkogel_c_TVB_Traunsee-Almtal_brainpark.traunsee__40_.jpg") Nature, mountains, lakes ========================== Get to know the Traunsee-Almtal region from its most beautiful side! -------------------------------------------------------------------- Plan your hike ](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/aktiv/wandern/artikel/detail/6430/die-planung-einer-wanderung.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") © Open copyright © Wandern_Feuerkogel_c_TVB_Traunsee-Almtal_brainpark.traunsee__40_.jpg Close copyright [Close information](javascript:void(0)) Forest Fire Protection Regulations Dear visitors to the Salzkammergut and fellow hiking enthusiasts! Due to the current weather conditions and the resulting drought caused by low rainfall, the 2026 Forest Fire Protection Ordinance – Gmunden District has been in force since Monday, 13 April 2026. It will remain in force until 26 October 2026. We ask for your attention and understanding! [**Forest Fire Protection Ordinance 2026 – Gmunden District**](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/user_upload/traunsee-almtal/PDF/WALDraum/Waldbrandschutzverordnung_2026.pdf) Discover the beauty of nature ----------------------------- ### Hiking in the Traunsee-Almtal region Hiking in the Traunsee-Almtal region is a true nature experience. Surrounded by majestic mountains, glistening lakes and lush forests, this area offers a variety of hiking trails for all levels of difficulty. From leisurely strolls along the shores of Lake Traunsee to challenging mountain tours to the surrounding peaks - every hiking enthusiast will find something to suit them here. [Interactive map Traunsee-Almtal](https://traunsee-almtal.ttgmaps.at/ "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") [Fair Play rules](https://www.in-unserer-natur.at/fair-play/fair-play-regeln-fuers-wandern-und-bergsteigen "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") [ ![Wanderung auf den kleinen Schönberg in der Traunsee-Almtal-Region.](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/c/1/csm_Kleiner_Sch%C3%B6nberg_Sommer_9c6c78e2ec.png "SalzkammergutWandernPaerchenKleinerSchoenbergTraunsee_OberoesterreichTourismusGmbHNicoleKubiak") All hiking trails ](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/aktiv/wandern/wanderwege.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") © Open copyright © SalzkammergutWandernPaerchenKleinerSchoenbergTraunsee_OberoesterreichTourismusGmbHNicoleKubiak Close copyright [Guided hikes ](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/aktiv/wandern/wanderguides.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") [Circular hiking trails ](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/aktiv/wandern/rundwanderwege.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") 1. 2. 3. [ ![Auf diesem Bild fallen die letzten Sonnenstrahlen auf den Almsee bevor die Sonne hinter dem Toten Gebirge untergeht.](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/5/7/csm_Almsee-Herbst_-brainpark.traunsee_2c311b4214.jpg "brainpark.traunsee, Almsee im Herbst") Enjoyment by the river ](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/aktiv/wandern/genuss-am-almfluss.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") © Open copyright © brainpark.traunsee, Almsee im Herbst Close copyright [ ![](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/1/2/csm_HDR_Neukirchen_6dfa8c8c74.jpg) Pilgrimage ](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/aktiv/sommerurlaub/pilgern.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") [Cable car hikes ](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/aktiv/wandern/artikel/detail/5157/mit-der-seilbahn-zum-wandern.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") [ ![](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/0/8/csm_wandern_baumwipfelpfad_TVB_Traunsee-Almtal_brainpark.traunsee_2__de0f3fd364.jpg) Footpaths ](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/aktiv/wandern/spazieren.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") [ ![](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/6/0/csm_Schernberger_Rene_Schloss_Ort_538de2aad6.jpg) Barrier free hiking trail ](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/en/active/all-year/barrier-free-holidays/barrier-free-hiking-trails.html) [ ![](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/d/9/csm_Offensee_Fr%C3%BChjahr____Tourismusb%C3%BCro_Ebensee__Spengler__3b1885819e.jpg) Stroller hikes ](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/en/active/hiking/kids-on-tour.html) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Here you will find the right packages for your hiking vacation -------------------------------------------------------------- ### Book now and enjoy! © Open copyright © Foto: TVB Traunsee-Almtal/Andi Röbl Close copyright ![](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/a/2/csm_Genuss-am-Almfluss_cbcd966405.jpg "Foto: TVB Traunsee-Almtal/Andi Röbl") Enjoyment by the river package From the Almsee along the Alm on the Almferweg "Genuss am Almfluss" and along the Traun to the Traunsee, the Lacus Felix. One trail, one pleasure and many experiences. Over 80 km, a firework display of nature experiences with weirs and waterfalls as well as industrial cultural sites of the scythe, papermaking and electricity industries from the past and present awaits you. [ Book a package now ](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/aktiv/wandern/oesterreich-angebot/detail/4796/flusswandern-fuer-geniesser-genuss-am-almfluss-und-traunfluss.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") © Open copyright © Foto: TVB Traunsee-Almtal/Leo Meiseleder: Almsee Close copyright ![Hier sehen Sie den Almsee](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/1/0/csm_almsee_91f86ac953.jpg "Foto: TVB Traunsee-Almtal/Leo Meiseleder: Almsee") Mountains Lakes Trail Package As the name suggests, the new long-distance hiking trail connects the most beautiful peaks with the crystal-clear, glistening mountain and bathing lakes of the Salzkammergut. Enjoy breathtaking natural scenery and be enchanted by lush green alpine meadows, fairytale forests and culinary delights. [ Book a package now ](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/aktiv/wandern/oesterreich-angebot/detail/5367/salzkammergut-bergeseen-trail-der-genussweitwanderweg-von-see-zu-see---teil-v.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") ![](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/9/9/csm_Wandern_Feuerkogel_c_TVB_Traunsee-Almtal_brainpark.traunsee__51__620fe1bab5.jpg) Hiking pleasure package If you want to get to know the landscape around the beautiful Lake Traunsee better, you shouldn't miss out on this practical hiking package! A sporty McKinley backpack awaits you, filled with all the vouchers you need for an unforgettable hiking vacation. [ Book a package now ](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/angebote/oesterreich-angebot/detail/3004/wanderspass-pauschale-am-traunsee.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") 1. 2. 3. [ ![Traunkirchen.](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/9/1/csm_GmundenSalzzilleWandernWegdesSalzes_TourismusverbandTraunsee-AlmtalKarlHeinzRuber-_3__05cfebe25f.gif "GmundenSalzzilleWandernWegdesSalzes_TourismusverbandTraunsee-AlmtalKarlHeinzRuber-_3_.gif") Download hiking fun folder ](https://www.wander-spass.at/fileadmin/user_upload/wanderSpass/PDF/WEB-BOOKLET_WANDERSPASS_2024-25.pdf "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") © Open copyright © GmundenSalzzilleWandernWegdesSalzes_TourismusverbandTraunsee-AlmtalKarlHeinzRuber-_3_.gif Close copyright Hiking fun Traunsee-Almtal -------------------------- ### Order hiking fun for free - win great prizes! Every participant will receive the new Traunsee-Almtal Hiking Pass 2024/25 free of charge! And once a month you have the chance to win one of the super prizes worth € 3,500.00! It's that simple: \- Scroll down to the bottom [here](https://www.wander-spass.at/artikel/detail/3365/gewinnspiel-wanderspass.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") \- Fill in the contact field as follows (I would like to order \_pc. of the hiking fun and take part in the competition at the same time). \- Please be sure to include your full postal address! \- Press "Send" and you're done! [Wanderspaß Homepage](https://www.wander-spass.at/artikel/detail/3365/gewinnspiel-wanderspass.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") Would you like to enjoy the Traunsee-Almtal region on a guided tour? -------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Then you've come to the right place! Book a guided hike or an adventure-packed day with our nature guides now. [Nature mediators ](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/sehen-erleben/sehenswertes/sightseeing/fuehrungen/naturvermittler.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") [ ![Hier sehen Sie zwei Personen beim Wandern](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/f/7/csm_feuerkogel2_ebensee_2aa950da3d.jpg "Foto: Oberoesterreich Tourismus Gmbh/Robert Maybach: Wandern") Hiking guide ](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/sehen-erleben/sehenswertes/sightseeing/fuehrungen/berg-und-skifuehrer/pois "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") © Open copyright © Foto: Oberoesterreich Tourismus Gmbh/Robert Maybach: Wandern Close copyright 1. 2. How to get to your desired hiking destination quickly and easily ---------------------------------------------------------------- ### Call, get in and drive off! For some, mobility means getting from A to B, for others it means much more, namely freedom and safety. For us, mobility means combining all these things and making your journey as pleasant and easy as possible. [Here you can find more information about mobility in the Traunsee-Almtal region](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/en/arrival-local-transport.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") © Open copyright © Foto: TVB Traunsee-Almtal/Karl-Heinz Ruber Close copyright ![](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/8/d/csm_STERN_VERKEHR_c_TVB_Traunsee-Almtal__62__8df1c475fa.jpg "Foto: TVB Traunsee-Almtal/Karl-Heinz Ruber") Public arrival Public arrival [ More Informations ](https://verkehrsauskunft.ooevv.at/?language=de_DE&P=TP&start=yes&widget=1.0.0& "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") Public arrival - turn over the card © Open copyright © Foto: Tourismusverband Traunsee-Almtal/Panorama Traunstein Close copyright ![](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/8/2/csm_Panorama-Traunstein_09b0077011.jpg "Foto: Tourismusverband Traunsee-Almtal/Panorama Traunstein") Traunstein Shuttle Traunstein Shuttle [ More Informations ](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/anreise-nahverkehr/salzkammergut-shuttle/artikel/detail/5119/route-10-gmunden.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") Traunstein Shuttle - turn over the card ![](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/8/2/csm_TraunkirchenOrtWandernWegdesSalzes_TourismusverbandTraunsee-AlmtalKarlHeinzRuber-_2__60e73d1464.gif) Salzkammergut Shuttle Salzkammergut Shuttle [ More Informations ](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/anreise-nahverkehr/salzkammergut-shuttle.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") Salzkammergut Shuttle - turn over the card Enjoyable hiking and culinary highlights ---------------------------------------- ### Discover the culinary delights of the Traunsee-Almtal region The cuisine in the Traunsee-Almtal region is known for its variety and quality. From hearty Austrian specialties such as Kaiserschmarn and Kasnocken to fresh fish dishes from Lake Traunsee - there is something for every taste here. The cozy huts, restaurants and cafés invite you to linger and enjoy the magnificent views of the surrounding mountain landscapes. ![](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/1/8/csm_Wirtshaus_Poststube_1327_tischgedeckt_im_Symposion_Hotel_Post_Traunkirchen__c__www.traunseehotels.at_2b6608733c.jpg) All restaurants All restaurants [ More Informations ](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/essen-trinken/alle-gastronomiebetriebe/pois "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") , All restaurants - turn over the card © Open copyright © HOCHBERGHAUS 8552 (1) Close copyright ![Käsespätzle am Hochberghaus.](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/7/7/csm_HOCHBERGHAUS_06df355d78.png "HOCHBERGHAUS 8552 (1)") Mountain huts Mountain huts [ More Informations ](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/essen-trinken/berghuetten/pois "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") , Mountain huts - turn over the card © Open copyright © Winter_Apfelknödel,©Schmecktakuläres Almtal, Foto Monika Löff Close copyright ![Apfelknödel Schmecktakuläres Almtal.](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/2/e/csm_Apfelkn%C3%B6del_Schmecktakul%C3%A4res_Almtal_035643986a.png "Winter_Apfelknödel,©Schmecktakuläres Almtal, Foto Monika Löff") Cafés and patisseries Cafés and patisseries [ More Informations ](https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/essen-trinken/cafes-konditoreien/pois "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") , Cafés and patisseries - turn over the card