Vorchdorf

Vorchdorf, Oberösterreich, Österreich

Vorchdorf in the Almtal valley - the gateway to the Salzkammergut

There are uninterrupted panoramic views of the Höllengebirge range, Traunstein peak, Totes Gebirge massif, Sensengebirge mountains, and beyond.

Vorchdorf is the northernmost village in the District of Gmunden and has a long history dating back to the Neolithic Age. Evidence of this early settlement are ancient tools, a Roman tombstone, and coins.

In the center of Vorchdorf the Hochhaus Castle, a place with heritage and history, is a central focus for the residents of and the visitors to the town. The mighty Renaissance structure once was the seat of the District´s law courts while today it is home to the Local Heritage Museum and a friendly Inn. Eggenberg Castle, the second castle of Vorchdorf, is the oldest, family owned Brewery in Austria.

The quaint Most tavern is just the right place to take rest and spend relaxing moments over fine and hearty specialties. The lovely surroundings of Vorchdorf are dotted by 40 historic heritage farms, all of which have been owned by the same family for at least 200 years.

Staying with us at Vorchdorf, you'll enjoy a visit rich in scenic beauty, history and tradition, splendid castles, fine beers, and genuine hospitality!

Facts

7.524Inhabitants
48 km²Area
413 - 414 m ASLElevation
48.00, 13.92GPS coordinates

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Arrival

How to get to Vorchdorf in the Traunsee-Almtal region:

We recommend travelling by public transport!

by train: via Wels station to Lambach station, with the Vorchdorf railway (line 160) or from Gmunden with the Traunsee tram (line 161) of Stern & Hafferl Bahnen to Vorchdorf Eggenberg.
Numerous connections from Wels station to the main trains on the Westbahn line (line 101) and to the Passau railway (line 150) to Passau (D). Also with the Traunsee tram via Gmunden to the Salzkammergut railway (line 170) in the direction of Bad Ischl, Hallstatt and Bad Aussee.

By bus:
OÖVV bus route 481 Kirchdorf/Kr. - Inzersdorf - Pettenbach - Lederau - Eggenberg - Vorchdorf
OÖVV bus route 501 Wels - Fischlham - Steinerkirchen - Eberstalzell - Spieldorf - Vorchdorf
OÖVV bus route 527 Fischböckau - Vorchdorf - Lindach - Laakirchen - Ohlsdorf

Bike & Hike, travelling by bike:
Coming from Wels or Linz on the R 4 Traunradweg or R6 Römerradweg, or from Gmunden R 4 Traunradweg or from Passau via Vöcklabruck and Schwanenstadt on the R 6 Römerradweg to Lambach, via the Traunkraftwerk Lambach and via Bad Wimsbach-Neydharting to Vorchdorf. Also via the cycle connection from the R 11 Almtalradweg from Almsee via Pettenbach, briefly on the R 13 Traunviertlerradweg to Einsiedlung and then to Vorchdorf or coming from Laakirchen or Kirchham.
Cycle route from Gmunden via Kirchham to Vorchdorf.

Mobility on site with the Salzkammergut Shuttle Service:
Call +43 (0) 50 - 422 422 at least 1 hour before the start of the journey! We are available for you by telephone daily from 6:00 to 19:00.
Outside our opening hours, you are welcome to book your journey in advance via the otaxi app and pay conveniently!

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The local micro public transport solution for hikes and excursions to places with connections to the local train and bus lines.

Route 70 - From Vorchdorf railway station via Brauerei - Fischböckau - Albenedt (Kalki's) - Pettenbach - Steinbach - Scharnstein
Route 80 - From Almspitz via Bad Wimsbach-Neydahrting, Wim, Kößlwang - Vorchdorf - Hagenmühle (Kirchham)

By car:
Motorway A1 Westautobahn Vienna <> Salzburg Exit 207 Exit Vorchdorf
From Gmunden (B145 Salzkammergut Bundesstraße) or Pettenbach (B120 Scharnsteiner Straße) on country roads to Vorchdorf, also from Bad Wimsbach-Neydharting

Parking in the village centre:
Short-stay parking zone at Schlossplatz, parking at Schwarzelmüller car park and at the entrance to the parish hall car park, additional parking spaces next to the Kitzmantelfabrik event area and at Vorchdorf railway station.
Please only use the designated car parks and show consideration for private property! Thank you for your fairness!

by plane:
Blue Danube Airport Linz/Hörsching 45 km
W.A. Mozart Airport Salzburg 90 km
Vienna International Airport Vienna/Schwechat 235 km
Franz-Josef Strauss Airport Munich 255 Km