View of Traunstein – Waterfall loop from Traunkirchen
View of Traunstein – Waterfall loop from Traunkirchen
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View of Traunstein – Waterfall loop from Traunkirchen
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3.83km
380m
Hiking
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: April 15, 2026
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Includes a segment that may be dangerous
A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.
After 1.62 km for 601 m
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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80 m
View of Traunstein
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Because of its isolated position in the foothills of the Alps and the walls sloping directly into the lake, it looks like a boulder in the landscape and is therefore a popular photo motif. Its striking silhouette is visible from afar, up to 150 km in clear air. That is why he is often referred to as the state watchman or "guardian of the Salzkammergut".
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409 m
Ancient stone steps at Siegesbach
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633 m
Waterfall
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1.02 km
Waterfall
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1.87 km
Summit of Kleiner Sonnstein — View over Lake Traunsee
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Walking time: approx. 1.25 hours.
Highest point: 923 m
Path no.: 1
Starting point: Federal highway 145 in Siegesbach
Refreshments: Sonnsteinhütte of the Traunkirchen mountain rescue service (open daily from Easter to the end of October on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, from the start of the holidays in July and August. Tel. No. 0664/3698389)
Special feature: panoramic view over the Traunsee region into the foothills of the Alps; Impressive summit cross with a figure of Christ by Josef Moser
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Sonnstein Hut with views over Lake Traunsee
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The Sonnstein Hut was built between 1966 and 1968. At that time, tons of building materials were carried up the mountain on foot by helpers. The material cable car has only been in existence since 1979 and supplies the house with food and drinks.
I always stop at the hut for a short rest. For a snack or a cool drink in summer. From the tiny terrace you can enjoy a wonderful view across Lake Traunsee to the striking Traunstein. It is not possible to stay overnight in the hut.
The quickest way to reach the Sonnstein Hut is from the Siegesbach settlement south of Traunkirchen. From Ebensee you should expect a walking time of 2 ½ hours. The steep climb from Ludleben through the summit flank up to the hut requires surefootedness. It takes about 5 minutes from the hut to reach the summit of the Kleiner Sonnstein with its beautiful wooden cross.
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3.27 km
Path to Sonnstein
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3.83 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
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3.73 km
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Surfaces
3.73 km
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