“Lost Places” Tour in Anger (Austria, hiking tour)
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General Information
Go on a guided historical hike in Anger to get a glimpse into the region that mainstream tourists just can’t get. Take a peek into the past at the “mystical” museum, get a taste of the local cuisine at the “Rauchstubenhaus”, and enjoy the phenomenal panoramic views from the Waxenegg castle ruins.
Details of the “Lost Places” tour in Anger:
The circular route starts and ends at the main square in Anger. The route is about 6 km long and includes a difference in altitude of 400 m. The whole hike, including the various stops at local sights, takes about 5–6 hours. The route consists nearly entirely of hiking trails.
- Our starting point is the “Steinpaißhaus”, Anger’s oldest building (1351), located on the main square. Some time ago, an underground passage leading from the “Steinpaißhaus” to the Waxenegg castle ruins was discovered. The tunnel isn’t accessible just yet, so instead, we’ll take the hiking route overground.
- Before we start, you’ll have a chance to visit the museum called “Mysthische Unter- und Oberwelten der Region Anger”, which gives interesting insights into Anger’s “underworld” and where you can see one end of the underground passage.
Then the hike starts in earnest, leading us to the following pit stops:
- Welcome drink and great views over Anger at the „Musibankerl“: The Musibankerl is connected to a more than 100-year old tradition. Every Easter Sunday, Anger’s marching band performs the wake-up call here at 4 am, accompanied by the church bells.
- The route continues towards the Waxenegg castle ruins, which first come dramatically into view through a “natural window” along the route.
- We walk along the "Bergerlweg" in the picturesque "Bürgerwald" forest.
- The hiking route then leads us to the “Rauchstubenhaus” in Edelschachen. This inn and smokehouse was first mentioned in a document in 1450. Today, it also comprises a local heritage museum. You will get to experience the traditional “Häfennigl” dessert, prepared over an open fire by the head chef himself.
- After a short ascent, we finally reach the mystical setting of the Waxenegg castle ruins. The highlight of the tour is the newly revitalized castle cellar, where the Waxenegg project and the history of the underworld are brought closer to the guests with the help of a film documentation.
- Along the Zetzbach tributary, we get to the Floriani waterfall, walking through an almost jungle-like landscape.
- After a short rest, we head back to Anger along the picturesque “Bürgerwald” forest.
About the offer
Suitable for
2-20 participants
Included services
- Admission to and an exclusive guided tour through the museum “Mystische Unter- und Oberwelten der Region Anger”, which gives you a glimpse into the region’s history above and below ground
- Guided tour through the picturesque landscape of Anger
- Welcome drink at the “Musibankerl”
- A drink and a snack (the traditional „Häfennigl“ dessert) at the “Rauchstubenhaus” in Edelschachen
- Admission to the local heritage museum at the “Rauchstubenhaus”Historical information about Anger underground, the Waxenegg castle ruins, the so-called “Bürgerwald”, a hydraulic ram etc.
Meeting point
Hauptpl. 18, 8184 Anger, Österreich
Steinpaißhaus Anger
Arrival information
Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts. Your “Lost Places” tour group will be grateful for your punctuality.
Can be brought with you
- Sturdy shoes
- A snack (e.g. granola bars, fruit etc.)
- Enough to drink for an 6 km hike with a 400 m altitude difference
Not included
The whole hike takes about 5–6 hours. Remember to bring something to drink and a small snack (e.g. fruit and/or granola bars).
Important information
The hike can go ahead in almost all weather conditions, but if the weather is extremely poor, we will try to postpone the hike to another day. If you need to cancel your booking, please bear in mind that we have a cancellation fee.
You have more questions to the supplier? You can also contact Mr. Erich Brandl via email at projekt.waxenegg@gmail.com or via phone at +43 664 3554718.
More information
The “Lost Places” tour is meant to be an active experience of nature. The hike is of moderate difficulty. The forest trails are overgrown with tree roots and can be quite narrow at times. A certain level of physical fitness is required to master this route safely.
Contact and Arrival
Contact
“Lost Places” Tour in Anger (Austria, hiking tour)
projekt.waxenegg@gmail.com Website +43 664 35 54 718Operator
Mystische Unter- und OberweltenMystische Unter- und Oberwelten
Hauptplatz 7,
8184 Anger AT Plan route
