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Anlaufalm - Connection Hintergebirgsradweg

Accessible by public transport
  • Train (within 15 minutes walking distance from starting point)

Characteristics

Skill
Fitness

The tour in numbers

Level of difficulty medium
Route 47,1 km
Time 5:30 h
Uphill 1549 hm
Downhill 1540 hm
Highest point 980 m
“Cross-border” MTB tour from St. Gallen in Styria to the Anlaufalm in Upper Austria
From Weissenbach, St. Gallen, via the Pfarreralmweg to Unterlaussa—and you’ve already joined the Hintergebirgsradweg, with the path to the Anlaufalm now clear! The route takes eager cyclists along idyllic forest trails, following in the footsteps of the Waldbahn. Impressive tunnels still bear witness today to the old railroad line that carved its way between the cliffs and the river. Numerous climbs and descents make this tour a varied experience amid cliffs, rivers, and culinary delights.

Best season

January
March
March
April
November
December

More information

From Weißenbach an der Enns, the first few kilometers lead uphill along the R7 bike path toward Sankt Gallen. Immediately after the town center, we turn right. Numerous signs at the intersection point out the attractive (hiking) opportunities. We cross the small hill in the residential area and cross the Spitzenbach—which gives its name to the gorge further upstream. We keep to the right and follow the Pfarreralmweg, which takes us to Unterlaussa without any significant intersections. We’ve conquered the first major climb—and the next one follows right away. We ride through the village for about 300 meters and then immediately keep to the right again, following the signs toward Mooshöhe. At Mooshöhe (848 m above sea level), the Mooshöhe snack bar offers a light refreshment—it’s best to check their information in advance. Your efforts so far are rewarded with a descent. This is also necessary to tackle the day’s final major climb! There, at the turning point of the tour, the Anlaufalm awaits with its magnificent view, delicious hut specialties, and lush alpine meadows! But be careful while enjoying the cozy get-together—the return trip along the same route also offers a fair amount of elevation gain and opens up new perspectives!
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cattle on the Brandriedl with view to the Dachstein (Ramsau am Dachstein)

What the weather will be like St. Gallen (509m)

Today, 31.08.2026

A sunny morning, soon followed by showers and finally also thunderstorms.
Morning
very sunny
14°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 5%
sr.Windstärke 0 km/h
Noon
cloudy
23°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 60%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h
Night
rainy
17°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 80%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h

Tomorrow, 01.09.2026

The day starts sunny, but will be partly cloudy in the afternoon.
Morning
very sunny
13°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 10%
sr.Windstärke 0 km/h
Noon
sunny
22°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 30%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h
Night
sunny
17°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 25%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h

Forecast

02.09.2026
sunny
11°C 24°C
03.09.2026
slightly cloudy
12°C 24°C
04.09.2026
sunny
12°C 27°C

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