Opponitz Gorge Hiking Trail

From the Schluchtenhütte, families hike up a forest road and continue on a meadow path until the beginning of the gorge path. First, hikers pass the "Hexenschlucht" (Witches' Gorge), then continue to the "Weihkesselmauer" and then up to the "Ochsenlucka." Via switchbacks, they reach the "Krokodilsfelsen" (Crocodile Rock) and the "Leofererstein," the highest point of the circular hiking route. From there, hikers enjoy a magnificent view of the surrounding mountain landscape and the town of Opponitz. After resting at the summit cross, the route continues past the "Sauschädelfelsen" (Boar Skull Rock) to the "Bärenhöhle" (Bear Cave). Along the "Teufelssteig" (Devil's Trail), where the very brave can abseil, hikers follow the creek past a pond back to the Schluchtenhütte.

Trail markings: signposting with humorous motifs

Tourism Association Ybbstal Alps

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+43-7484-93049

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