Small Erlauf reservoir round

Winter walking route from Village square Mitterbach

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Elevation profile

2,75 km length
Tour dates
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Route: 2,75 km
  • Ascent: 59 egm
  • Descent: 59 egm
  • Duration: 0:45 h
  • Lowest point: 782 m
  • Highest point:840 m
Features
  • Round tour
  • Accessibility by train and bus

Details for: Small Erlauf reservoir round

Brief description

The small circular hike promises magnificent views of the wintery Erlauf reservoir and a fascinating view of the Ötscher.

Description

The leisurely walk is ideal for stretching your legs. If there isn't too much snow, a small detour along the waterway can be made in the Hirschfeldspitz area. Also ideal for children who can learn more about the local fish varieties this way.

Starting point of the tour

Village square Mitterbach

Destination point of the tour

Village square Mitterbach

Route description Small Erlauf reservoir round

Starting from the village square in Mitterbach, follow the Seestraße for a short distance, turn right into Kapschgasse and follow it uphill past the evangelical church. After about 600 m, bear slightly right onto a forest road and walk downhill to the junction of the hiking trail towards the Erlauf reservoir. Turn right here, past Hirschfeldspitz and continue to the Erlauf reservoir refreshment hut (closed in winter). Follow the footpath on the right along the B20 back to the village square.

Parking

Village square Mitterbach

Mariazellerbahn, Postbus

Equipment

Good footwear, clothing appropriate to the weather.

Map recommendations

Winter Active Brochure - TVB Mariazellerland and TV Mitterbach

Author's tip

Pause briefly at the Erlauf reservoir refreshment hut and enjoy the magnificent view of the Ötscher.

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