Lawinen[GALERIE] - At the Summit of Art

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The tour in numbers

Route 1,4 km
Time 0:45 h
Uphill 115 hm
Downhill 115 hm
Highest point 1922 m
At the Riesneralm, visitors can expect a unique project that combines art and nature.
By integrating an existing avalanche shed and utilizing it during the summer months, a completely new perspective on these protective structures is created. The wordplay Lawinen[GALERIE] takes on a dual meaning from its german expression, where Galerie means avalanche or rock shed as well as gallery in the sense of an art gallery. Nowhere else is it possible to use such protective structures as a unique exhibition space and marvel at them from up close. This is made possible by specially planned and manufactured display cases. The project is the marketing of a unique alpine tourism offer. To date, it is not known that such avalanche sheds have been utilized for added value in this way anywhere else in the world. Far away from regular exhibitions and museums, art and culture are celebrated on the mountain. Public art for everyone.

Best season

January
February
March
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October
November
December

More information

From the Ennstalbundesstraße (B320) turn off at the Trautenfels junction in the direction of Irdning, Donnersbach, Donnersbachwald. Through the village of Donnersbach and another 12 km to Donnersbachwald to the Riesneralm.
Free Parking Riesneralm
From the Hochsitz, follow the path down the slope for a short distance and then turn right at the small reservoir towards the avalanche sheds. Walk between the protective structures and the exhibits up to the summit of the Riesner Krispen. The return journey follows the hiking trail from the Krispen directly back to the Hochsitz.

A small backpack is helpful so that you can take a small snack and a drink with you on the way. A good jacket and trousers are basic equipment. Good, waterproof shoes, sunglasses and sun protection should also be included, as well as a small first aid kit.

Can be easily combined with the Barfußweg Riesneralm summit trail or a hike to the Finsterkaralm.
During summerholidays there are no bus connections.

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What the weather will be like Irdning-Donnersbachtal (665m)

Today, 10.10.2026

Partly cloudy with sunny periods and maybe a few raindrops towards evening.
Morning
cloudy
7°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 5%
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Noon
slightly cloudy
14°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 25%
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Night
foggy
11°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 80%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h

Tomorrow, 11.10.2026

Partly sunny in the morning, gradually becoming cloudy in the afternoon.
Morning
slightly cloudy
7°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 30%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h
Noon
slightly cloudy
14°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 20%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h
Night
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10°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 25%
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Forecast

12.10.2026
slightly cloudy
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13.10.2026
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3°C 15°C
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2°C 17°C
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