From Greifenstein to the Lourdes Grotto

Description

The hike from Greifenstein to the Lourdes Grotto is a family-friendly experience that leads through the picturesque landscape. The route starts at Greifenstein train station and leads along Hadersfelderstraße. The path is not suitable for baby carriages and the sidewalk along the main road is narrow. However, after this short, rather unspectacular section, fantastic hiking trails open up, rewarding you with the natural beauty of the surroundings. Greifenstein Castle, although not accessible, is a prominent point on the route and adds a touch of history and mysticism to the hike. Hiking trails and nature experiences The hike is possible all year round, from January to December, and offers a unique nature experience at any time of year. It is advisable to wear sturdy shoes and bring water and rain protection to be prepared for all weather conditions. The hike is not only an adventure in the great outdoors, but also an opportunity to discover the local flora and fauna and enjoy the fresh air. The hike from Greifenstein to the Lourdes Grotto is an excursion that combines the beauty of nature with the fascination of history and is a rewarding experience for locals and visitors alike.

Starting point of the tour

Greifenstein-Altenberg train station

Destination point of the tour

Maria Gugging Lourdesgrotto bus stop

Route description From Greifenstein to the Lourdes Grotto

We start our hike at the Greifenstein-Altenberg train station and follow the main road towards Höflein an der Donau until we turn right into Hadersfelderstraße. There we follow the signposts towards Greifenstein Castle on the green-marked hiking trail. Upon reaching the castle, we follow the signposts towards "Hadersfeld Bell Tower." We reach a fire station and follow the paved road downhill to the right until we come across the red-marked hiking trail on the left, which we follow towards Tempelbergwarte. After this short detour with a beautiful view, we retrace our steps a bit and now follow the signposts towards "Hadersfeld Bell Tower" until we reach Schlossgasse and follow it to the left. We reach a signpost indicating the direction to "Lourdes Grotto via Binder Jockl" and follow it. Along the yellow-marked hiking trail, after a wooded area, we reach a gravel road, which we follow to the left (not sharply left). We reach the Lourdes Grotto and then continue straight ahead, crossing the parking lot and shortly after reaching the parking lot of the inn "Der Waldhof 2.0" and the bus stop.