Gschwandt is a municipality in the district of Gmunden in Upper Austria, situated within the northern Salzkammergut region. This area features diverse landscapes, including views of Traunsee (Lake Traun) and the Traunstein mountain, as well as the serene Laudachsee (Lake Laudach). The varied terrain, from lakeside paths to elevated viewpoints like Flachberg, provides a suitable environment for several sports like touring cycling, mountaineering, hiking, gravel biking, and more.
Gschwandt offers more than 100 routes across…
96
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4.6
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Average rating
3879
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3.5
(2)
31
riders
61.1km
04:36
390m
390m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.4
(5)
64
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(6)
35
riders
35.0km
02:28
840m
840m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(5)
33
riders
44.3km
02:54
850m
850m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(130)
945
hikers
12.7km
03:55
380m
380m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.4
(5)
16
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

35
hikers
12.6km
04:32
560m
560m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
(3)
16
hikers
14.4km
04:48
590m
590m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.6
(64)
428
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(39)
259
riders
63.4km
04:48
1,120m
1,120m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(6)
109
riders
28.5km
02:06
570m
570m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(7)
64
riders
30.8km
02:52
790m
790m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(11)
156
hikers
10.9km
04:42
650m
650m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.3
(3)
61
hikers
11.7km
04:15
550m
550m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(1)
34
hikers
21.6km
08:01
1,140m
1,140m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.4
(5)
42
hikers
15.2km
05:22
680m
680m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.0
(1)
140
runners
16.1km
02:14
690m
690m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

11
runners
4.78km
00:30
40m
40m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
runners
9.37km
00:58
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
11.7km
01:25
350m
350m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(24)
101
riders
49.6km
04:03
1,250m
1,250m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
(3)
22
riders
54.4km
04:14
1,090m
1,090m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
19
riders
42.8km
03:26
1,000m
1,000m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(2)
14
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8
riders
63.9km
03:01
590m
590m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
6
riders
29.2km
01:27
310m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

6
riders
40.7km
01:52
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
7
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Gschwandt offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Touring cycling, Mountaineering, Hiking, Gravel biking, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Road cycling. The region features 110 routes across these sports, catering to diverse interests and fitness levels.
Gschwandt is well-suited for touring cyclists, with routes connecting to nearby towns like Gmunden. An easy cycle track links Gmunden to Gschwandt, and the broader Salzkammergut area provides an extensive network of cycle paths. More information can be found in the Cycling around Gschwandt guide.
Gschwandt offers numerous hiking opportunities, from easy paths taking just over an hour to more challenging routes with significant elevation gains. Popular options include the Laudachsee Lakeside Trail. Explore diverse trails in the Hiking around Gschwandt guide.
Gschwandt, as part of the Salzkammergut, is an excellent area for gravel biking. It offers a mix of tarmac and gravel paths, dense forests, and clear lakes. Riders can explore natural landscapes and forest trails, as detailed in the Gravel biking around Gschwandt guide.
Gschwandt provides options suitable for families, including easy hiking paths and cycle tracks. The region's accessible natural beauty makes it suitable for all ages. Specific family-friendly routes are highlighted in the Family-friendly hikes around Gschwandt guide.
Gschwandt offers views of Traunsee (Lake Traun) and the Traunstein mountain. Other notable features include the serene Laudachsee (Lake Laudach) and the Flachberg, which provides panoramic views of the northern Salzkammergut. Historic landmarks like Schloss Ort in Gmunden are also part of the scenic routes.
Outdoor routes in Gschwandt are highly regarded on komoot, with more than 181,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 stars from over 23,500 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Gschwandt, covering various sports and interests. These include Hiking around Gschwandt, Cycling around Gschwandt, and Gravel biking around Gschwandt, among others.
The official website for the municipality of Gschwandt is gemeinde.gschwandt.ooe.gv.at. This site provides general information about the municipality.
The general phone number for the municipality of Gschwandt is +43 7612 626 15-0. This number can be used for general inquiries regarding the municipality.
Gschwandt offers various easy routes suitable for beginners, including gentle paths and cycle tracks. These routes provide accessible options for those new to outdoor activities or seeking a relaxed experience. The Easy hikes around Gschwandt guide provides specific recommendations.

