Erlauf Gorge – Erlauf Gorge loop from Türkensturz

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Erlauf Gorge – Erlauf Gorge loop from Türkensturz

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Erlauf Gorge – Erlauf Gorge loop from Türkensturz

03:25

12.3km

160m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.20 km

View of Ötscher

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great view from the Turkish fall of the surrounding Mostviertel

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4.75 km

Erlauf Gorge

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Very beautiful area
The lower path is a bit difficult to walk at the moment, lots of driftwood etc.

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5.56 km

Viewpoint overlooking the Erlauf River

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A few steps down and from here you can observe the Erlauf from above.

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6.64 km

Erlauf Gorge

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Very beautiful area
The lower path is a bit difficult to walk at the moment, lots of driftwood etc.

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6.99 km

Erlauf Gorge (Fischersteig Trail)

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The Erlauf Gorge is an impressive natural gorge in Austria, located near Purgstall an der Erlauf. The hiking tour in this region offers breathtaking views of the picturesque landscape along …

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7.66 km

Bridge of Love over the Erlauf River

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Here, a bridge leads over the Erlauf, on which lovers attach a padlock with an engraving as a sign of eternal love.

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8.15 km

Föhrenhainspalte

Cave Entrance

8.47 km

Föhrenhain

Forest

9.07 km

Opposite the Bergmühle (Berg Mill), this square is easily accessible by bike and offers beautiful views of the Erlauf Gorge. The panels tell of Egon Schiele's connection to the Erlauf Gorge and the "Path of Peace."

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11.4 km

View of Türkensturz

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12.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.52 km

1.96 km

1.39 km

675 m

649 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.09 km

4.54 km

1.30 km

599 m

372 m

187 m

181 m

Elevation

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Highest point (380 m)

Lowest point (270 m)

Weather

Today

Saturday 10 October

15°C

9°C

23 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 21.0 km/h

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Comments

December 19, 2024,Türkensturzweg GE

Today we had to hurry, otherwise we would have been caught in the dark. And even our air force was there today.

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February 26, 2022,>>Tut gut<< Route 3 Purgstall an der Erlauf

Due to the construction of the new federal road (Wieselburg bypass), the original route is no longer accessible. Alternative see our tour ;)

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August 15, 2022,Erlaufschlucht – Naturdenkmal Erlaufschlucht Runde von Purgstall an der Erlauf

A wonderful midsummer hike. It is important that you go clockwise. Since the Fischersteig is a bit strenuous, you should do it at the beginning
GH Türkensturz/Hochriess is highly recommended. Especially when children are around. A zoo is attached.

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July 5, 2025,Erlaufschlucht Purgstall

When we arrived at the parking lot, we were recommended to take the longer Türkensturz loop—but it's not as scenic. Also, you almost never get a good view into the gorge.

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October 26, 2021,Nationaltag-Wanderung entlang der Erlauf

A worthy hike for the National Day. A beautiful gorge in autumn colors and also a historical background with the camp cemetery and the path of peace.

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July 20, 2024,Wildpark Hochrieß und Erlaufschlucht

The Hochrieß wildlife park is located between Wieselburg and Purgstall and is a real highlight for animal and nature lovers.

The wildlife park has an area of 23 hectares and a circular hiking trail of around 1.8 km. In total, there are around 45 different animal species in the park with over 300 animals. It mainly keeps native hoofed game, …

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