DUR 9: Hafnerbach - Karlstetten

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  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Distance: 17,82 km
  • Duration: 6:00 h
  • Ascent: 534 m elevation gain
  • Descent: 425 m elevation gain

The 160-kilometre Dunkelsteinerwald-Runde (DUR) connects the most beautiful places in the Dunkelsteinerwald region in a total of 9 stages (and 4 connecting trails). An incomparable enjoyment of nature and hiking. The ninth stage (DUR 9) leads from Hafnerbach to Karlstetten. All stages and connecting trails: www.dunkelsteinerwaldrunde.at.

  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Distance: 17,82 km
  • Duration: 6:00 h
  • Ascent: 534 m elevation gain
  • Descent: 425 m elevation gain
  • Fitness level required:
    2/6
  • Lowest point257 m
  • Highest point624 m
  • Stage tour
  • Nice views
  • With refreshment stops

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From Hafnerbach, we hike along the Zenobach to the statue of St. Zenos. Our route continues to the ruins of Hohenegg Castle, from where a steady climb awaits us until we reach the Dunkelstein, the highest elevation in the south of the region. Here we can enjoy a sweeping view of the landscape before we make our way to the Musterkreuz and hike to Neidling. From Neidling, we reach our destination of Karlstetten via Hausenbach.

Current weather on site

Today, 04.03.2026

4° to 13°

Today, 04.03.2026

Light rain shower

Wind speed0,8 km/h

Tomorrow, 05.03.2026

0° to 13°

Tomorrow, 05.03.2026

Fog

Wind speed2,8 km/h