Spechtensee via forest road

From the war memorial in the village center, follow the markings steadily uphill, first on a little-used road and then along the forest path to Spechtensee. You return along the same route.

• Turn back in good time if the weather deteriorates. If you get caught in a thunderstorm, stay away from individual trees. Wait out the storm, preferably in a crouched position.
• Stay on the marked paths and remember to close pasture fences.
• Keep calm in an emergency and call the mountain rescue service on 140. If you have no reception, take out your SIM card and dial 112.
• If you come across cows: It is best to pass above the herd at a distance of at least 50 meters. Stay calm, don't make any hectic movements and don't run away. Do not imitate cow sounds and do not try to stroke the animals. A stick and loud shouts can often make the animals turn back in an emergency.
• If you are a dog owner: clarify before the hike whether you need to cross a pasture. Keep your dog on a lead and make sure it behaves calmly. In the event of a cow attack, let your dog off the lead immediately. Never pick him up to defend him. 
• Shoes with a light tread and clothing suitable for the weather are sufficient for this tour. Perhaps pack a small snack in your rucksack so that you can enjoy nature during a break.

Enjoy the tranquillity of the lake and treat yourself to a stop at the Spechtenseehütte.

Take the 940 bus to the “Wörschach Ort” stop. The starting point of the hike is also nearby.
Bus timetable: www.verbundlinie.at

The nearest train station is in the village, but only regional trains stop here.
Train timetable: www.oebb.at

Tourismusinformation: www.schladming-dachstein.at

Schladming-Dachstein Tourist Office
Ramsauerstraße 756
8970 Schladming
T: +43 3687 23310
info@schladming-dachstein.at

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