Kayak & Canoe

Lots of colourful kayakers drift along the waters of the Gesäuse, having the time of their lives. Sometimes faster, sometimes slower, they pass bays with the finest sand and rock formed from massive conglomerate. For many, the kayak is their favourite companion when exploring the Gesäuse. After all, you get a very special view from the water.

There’s hardly a better way to experience the famous conglomerate gorge on the Salza than by paddling. It’s so much fun that you’ll be tempted to do an Eskimo roll. Some take it easy, whilst others are looking for a real adventure. It’s best to organise a kayaking guide at the start, who’ll then show you where the best challenges lie and how best to tackle them. This is also a great opportunity to get to grips with techniques such as entering and exiting the current, traversing, paddling in eddies, and so on. Personalised guidance from absolute professionals boosts the fun factor and allows you to enjoy kayaking and canoeing in a more stress-free way. Just as it should be. It feels as though your soul is relaxing in a hammock, whilst your body gives it its all as you paddle through the white water of the Enns or Salza.

White-water paddling

Paddle, paddle through the turquoise waters of one of Europe’s last wild rivers – the Salza! Or why not experience the roar and rush of the Enns up close? In the Gesäuse, water lovers in kayaks or canoes have just as much fun as keen mountaineers. You just can’t be made of sugar, though – after all, a kayak sits very close to the water. By the way, it’s best to book a guide who’ll not only show you around the region but also teach you the best techniques.

Highlights

In the Gesäuse, a river is rarely found on its own: as a result, both kayakers and canoeists are drawn to this region, which is criss-crossed by both the mighty Enns and the picturesque Salza. What’s more, everyone from beginners to seasoned professionals can find their own favourite spot on the water.

Salza

Smaragdfarben und wunderschön schlängelt sich die Salza durch den Naturpark Steirische Eisenwurzen und sieht dabei verdammt gut aus.

Enns

Je nachdem wie sie aufgelegt ist, zeigt sie sich aufbrausend und rasant, dann auch wieder ganz ruhig.

Gut zu wissen

Outdooranbieter

Vom Wasser aus hat man einen ganz speziellen Blick auf das Gesäuse.

Wasserstände

Eating & Sleeping

The inns in the Gesäuse are rustic and unpretentious. And in the Gesäuse, ‘regional’ isn’t just a buzzword – it’s a must. They’ve got a selection of Styrian classics up their sleeves to delight the palate. The traditional preparation brings back a thousand and one memories and, at the end of the day, simply makes you feel blissful.

And you’re sure to get a good night’s sleep in the Gesäuse anyway. Hotels, guesthouses, mountain huts and campsites are scattered throughout the Gesäuse. Everyone is sure to find a comfortable bed for the night. We promise!