Berlin 720 km (7h 15 min) Prague 300 km (4h) CULTURAL Stand: 3/2012 EXPERIENCE Nuremberg 300 km (3h)

International summer of music 16 Parz castle gallery – centre for arts 20 in The lakeside Parz castle has been renovated and is now a special The international summer of music in Bad location for art. Exhibitions of the work of local and international artists Schallerbach – a fixed event in the Upper are regularly held here. Upper Austrian cultural landscape – represents a open Fr. 19:00 - 21:00; Sat. 17:00 - 20:00; Sun. 13:30 - 17:00 Bad Schallerbach focal point for cultural life in the region. Gifted young musicians share the spotlight i Parz castle gallery, A-4710 , Parz 1, Grieskirchen with local idols and international stars. Tel: +43(0)664/2138190, www.galerieschlossparz.at Wallern Vienna 210 km (2h) Season April to December Haag a. Hausruck “Dreieinigkeitskirche” with 21 Bad Schallerbach i Vitalwelt tourist information, A-4701 Bad Schallerbach, Promenade 2 themed route in Wallern 1 2 3 9 12 13 16 17 23 Tel: +43(0)7249/42071-0, www.musiksommerbadschallerbach.at Sattledt

The Trinity Church, built around 1850, Parz Landschloss S. Hochhauser, Vitalwelt, / Röbl, EurothermenResort, Tourismus OÖ Fotos: Gallspach 10 11 Magdalenaberg Church 17 exudes special architectural beauty. For the Bad Schallerbach 2010 country exhibition, the Evangelics parish designed the two kilometre long Geboltskirchen Vitalwelt Bad Schallerbach – The Magdalenaberg Church was built in the “Reformation – on the way” route. 7 14 the holiday paradise for young and old Gothic style. In the 600 years of its exis- The ten stations explain the history of the Salzburg 125 km (1h 10 min) Grieskirchen tence it has been rescued from deterioration Evangelics in Wallern, and the route is Munich 260 km (2h 15 min) 8 19 20 24 The tourist region of Vitalwelt Bad Schallerbach is located in on many occasions and is now considered suitable for wheelchairs. to be a landmark of Bad Schallerbach. the heart of the delightful landscapes between the Danube and A three kilometre circular path leads from 4 5 6 15 18 Salzkammergut. The destinations are manifold and you’re the Europa Square to the church. Graz Wallern guaranteed to enjoy the experiences of pirates, tree tops and cave i Evangelical parish of Wallern, 4702 Wallern, Evang. Kirchenplatz 1 210 km (2h) adventures, and the invitation to enjoy new voyages of discovery. Starhemberg Castle with local museum – Haag a. H. 18 Tel: +43(0)7249/481 30, www.evang-wallern.at 12 21 22

Mentioned for the first time in 1776, the picturesque castle possesses a With the Vitalwelt guest pass you can enjoy numerous „artico“ art gallery – Wallern 22 TIP wonderful Renaissance courtyard and the local museum, which offers SHOPPING HOSPITALITY discounts as overnight guests in the region. Enjoy its benefits, th EXPERIENCE EXPERIENCE impressions of rural living culture in the 19 century. Exhibitions and events are regularly held in artico – the place for we’re happy to provide further information! open May to October, Sundays and bank holidays from 14:00 – 16:00. contemporary art in Wallern. There is a special focus on supporting Bad Schallerbach shopping experience 23 Cordiality upcoming artists. Guided tours can be booked in advance. …is a priority for the overnight establishments Further information, such as other exercise and leisure The attractive town centre invites you to take a stroll and do some open during exhibitions: Sat. 9:00 – 12:00 in the Vitalwelt. From a farm holiday to a night activities, opportunities for reflection, attractive deals including i Market town office, Haag am Hausruck,A-4680 Haag am Hausruck, shopping. Around Badstrasse, Linzer Strasse and Grieskirchner Strasse Marktplatz 23, Tel: +43(0)7732/2255, www.haag-hausruck.at in a luxurious four star superior hotel, every artico art gallery, 4702 Wallern, Marktplatz 4 you will find everything your heart could desire from fashion, gift ideas, thermal springs and overnight stays, brochures and much i holidaymaker will find the right option for their Tel.: +43(0)7249/488 35, www.artico.at watches and jewellery to a supermarket. more can be obtained from the Vitalwelt Bad Schallerbach own personal needs. Parz castle with 19 www.shopping-schallerbach.at Tourism Association. We’re happy to help! Renaissance garden Cider museum St. Marienkirchen 3 km from Bad Schallerbach Treats for the palate The Parz castle, built in the 15th Grieskirchen – capital and shopping town 24 The Mostland-Hausruck area is known for the high quality of this traditi- The culinary diversity is just as varied as the Vitalwelt Bad Schallerbach century, is one of the most important Renais- onal drink from . Cider has a long history and significance, Grieskirchen offers an attractive ensemble of streets, squares and colour- Vitalwelt itself. The gastronomic offerings range from a quick snack to Tourism Association sance buildings in Upper Austria. The newly and a special, lovingly equipped museum has been dedicated to it in ful houses. The numerous shops cause not just the hearts of shopping regional delicacies and traditional Most fare and the best A-4701 Bad Schallerbach designed Renaissance garden provides a St. Marienkirchen. Learn everything there is to know about cider and enthusiasts to beat a little faster, but also guarantee that everyone will Hauben cooking. Promenade 2 unique backdrop for the largest connected enjoy special tastings. find something. Tel: +43(0)7249/42071-0 fresco wall north of the Alps. e-mail: [email protected] open April to October: Tu. and Sat. 14:00 – 17:00 Farmers’ market in Grieskirchen, Sparkasse car park, every Saturday from Get a copy of the new gastro guide and discover all 113 gastronomy THE MOST POPULAR DESTINATIONS i Grieskirchen borough, A-4710 Grieskirchen, Stadtplatz 9 Cider museum, 4076 St. Marienkirchen a.d. Polsenz, Kirchenplatz 10 7:00 to 11:00; Mostland market, Rossmarkt 25, Th. and Fr. from 8:00 to TIP establishments in the Vitalwelt. Get it free of charge from the Vitalwelt www.vitalwelt.at Tel: +43(0)7248/62255-15, www.grieskirchen.at i Tel: + 43(0)7249/47112-14, www.mostmuseum.at 12:00 and 14:00 to 18:00, Sat. from 8:00 to 12:00. tourist information office in Bad Schallerbach and Gallspach! www.vitalwelt.at EurothermenResort ADVENTURE NATURE EXERCISE EXPERIENCE EXPERIENCE EXPERIENCE EXPERIENCE Dive in and forget about the daily grind. The Luisenhöhe Adventure Mountain in Haag am Hausruck has many great things to offer. Discover nature, enjoy the breath-taking The EurothermenResort in Bad Schallerbach forms the pulsating Bad Schallerbach Botanica park 9 Bad Schallerbach 13 Cycling in the Vitalwelt view, climb among the treetops or simply enjoy the cool breeze. “Bahnhof Scheiben” coal station 7 heart of the Vitalwelt tourist region and is one of the best addresses The former spa gardens were transformed exercise arena The Vitalwelt cycling path network covers more for wellness and health in Austria. “On the tracks, ready, go!” – that’s the motto than 300 kilometres of well signposted cycle into a unique oasis of relaxation for the 7 paths for all difficulty levels start from the Dive into the comforting warm water and relax in the pleasant of the Scheiben coal station. Discover the paths. Its seven varying connections between “Weg der Sinne” with 4 “Botanica 2009” horticultural show and Europa Square and invite you to go for a atmosphere. Hausruck forest in a rail trolley or diesel the Trattnach cycle path in the North and the panoramic look-out are both stimulating and sensual. Paths that run or enjoy some Nordic Walking. Some of engine on the 3.5 kilometre long circuit. Innbach cycle path in the South enable you to have been tailored for wheelchairs invite the paths, which lead to the most beautiful Tropicana–Cabrio thermal springs 1 Experience and feel nature on the trail of the You’ll be allowed to pedal on the tracks of plan individual routes. you to walk through the gorgeous park land- squares in the area, are also suitable for senses. This extraordinary themed route runs the former coal train and follow the trail of scape with its water features, meditation Those seeking rejuvenation are invited to pushchairs and wheelchairs. NEW: E-bike rental stations at the over 3.5 kilometres from the valley station the “Brown Gold” that was mined here until gardens, water lily ponds, mazes and great relax under the palm trees in a South Sea Vitalwelt tourist information You can pick up a folder with descriptions, n Bad Schallerbach Atrium of the summer toboggan run via 30 stations 1964. i Vitalwelt tourist information playgrounds for children. i atmosphere. Discover the impressive out- through the Hausruck forest. The 32 metre i Scheiben coal station A-4701 Bad Schallerbach, A-4701 Bad Schallerbach, route lengths and elevation profiles from the n Wallern municipal office A-4682 Geboltskirchen open May to October Promenade 2 door and indoor thermal pools, a six metre Promenade 2 open all year round Vitalwelt tourist information office free of n Schmiding zoo and aqua zoo high panoramic look-out awaits you at the Tel: +43(0)7732/3513 Sat., Sun. and bank holidays from 12:00 to Tel: +43(0)7249/42071-0 high sea aquarium with grottos to swim in Tel: +43(0)7249/42071-0 charge (only in german)! Luisenhöhe Adventure end of the pathway and provides a wonder- www.kohlestrasse.at 17:00 and by arrangement for groups. www.vitalwelt.at and, as an absolute highlight, the open roof i www.vitalwelt.at Vitalwelt tourist information Gallspach guest information Mountain ful panorama. open all year round 4701 Bad Schallerbach, Promenade 2 4713 Gallspach, Hauptplatz 8 which enables you to enjoy the open air 4680 Haag am Hausruck open all year round Tel. +43(0)7249/42071-0 Tel. +43(0)7248/62375 thermal springs experience. Tel.: +43(0)7732/2255 10 Gallspach nature adventure baths Bicycle and E-bike rental: Mo. – Fr. Bicycle rental: Mo., Wed., Fr. 13:00 to www.wegdersinne.at open daily from 9:00 to 24:00. 8:00 – 17:00, Sat. 9:00 – 12:00 16:00; Tue., Th., 8:00 to 12:00 The Gallspach nature adventure baths is a Geboltskirchen 14 Grieskirchen relaxation baths 8 paradise for the whole family and offers a Nordic.Fitness.Park “goruck” high wire park 5 special form of bathing pleasure – namely The heated outdoor pool offers, amongst Upper Austria’s first Nordic.Fitness.Park Hiking in the Vitalwelt Anyone seeking adventure will find it in without the addition of any chemicals. Aquapulco – the pirate world 2 other things, a large sunbathing area and awaits you in the Hausruck forest. You can the “goruck” high wire park. Supervised by Special attractions include the diving plat- Wonderfully located and well signposted hiking a 50 metre long water slide. These and enjoy the new endurance sport on four The new and unique pirate world at the qualified trainers, you move between the form, rope jungle, sand and water playg- paths lead you through the tourist region of other offerings contribute to the particularly licenced Nordic Walking routes between “Aquapulco” water park entices you with treetops in the different difficulty levels. round, climbing wall, playing field for ball Bad Schallerbach Vitalwelt, situated between family friendly atmosphere. 2.7 and 11.7 kilometres in length, and with its 13 metre high pirate ship, water wheels, Children can display their courage and games and two beach volleyball courts. the Danube and Salzkammergut. Hike across open th different demands and elevation profiles. mega slides, music, water and fire shows, as May and from 16 August to offen the Mostland and enjoy the typical Hausruck dexterity on special routes. May to September, Geboltskirchen well as a 5D water cinema and a baby bay Grieskirchen relaxation baths September, daily from 10:00 to 19:00 i open scenery with its gentle hills and well maintained i daily from 9:30 to 19:30 municipal office all year round open May to October A-4710 Grieskirchen, Badstr. 19 June, July and to 15th August, daily from Gallspach market town with a baby island, breast-feeding berths i 4682 Geboltskirchen, Feld 10 open spaces. 32 hiking paths are waiting to be Sat. from 13:00 to 18:00; Tel: +43(0)7248/62580 A-4713 Gallspach, and baby galley. 9:00 to 20:00 Tel: +43(0)7732/3513 discovered by you! i “goruck” high wire park Sun. and bank holidays from 10:30 to 18:00 www.grieskirchen.at Hauptplatz 8 Gallspach spa gardens 11 A-4680 Haag am Hausruck Tel.: +43(0)7248/62355 www.geboltskirchen.at open daily from 9:00 to 22:00 Summer holidays: additional holidays as per www.gallspach.ooe.gv.at Sat. until 24:00 Tel: +43(0)676/9175437 During the summer months a diverse cultu- www.goruck.at www.goruck.at Riding in the Vitalwelt 7 km from ral programme is offered in the band-stand Schmiding zoo and aqua zoo Bad Schallerbach Golf in the Vitalwelt 15 of the lovingly tended spa gardens. Enjoy a holiday for horses and riders. Riders who Encounter animals from throughout the On the exceptionally well maintained 18 Relaxium – the sauna world 3 Summer toboggan run 6 like to roam will find what they are looking for world in a unique way! Austria’s only hole championship course of the Maria while “Riding in the Country”. Riding stables From the Luisenhöhe it takes you through In the extended “Relaxium” sauna lands- gorillas as well as giraffes, crocodiles or Theresia Golf Club in Haag am Hausruck and rest areas offer places to tie up the horses the Hausruck forest, across green meadows Trattnach nature trail 12 cape you’re invited to feel at ease and relax. monkeys feel as at ease in the 13 hectares golfers of all levels will discover the best and take a look around. Linger a while and enjoy and down into the valley. Parents and Choose from over 20 thermal saunas and as the kings of the air feel in the world’s The trail leads you over 2.5 kilometres from conditions and a stunning view from the a cosy glass of cider in one of the numerous children can decide how fast they want to numerous relaxation attractions, and enjoy largest walk-in birds of prey enclosure. In Wallern along the Trattnach into the nearby Mühlviertel to the foothills of the Alps. guesthouses. the extended lounging area and the 34°C go down the 750 metre summer toboggan the aqua zoo you will also encounter reef Bad Schallerbach. 22 display boards give an Guests are always welcome, registration is run. Whether quickly or at a more leisurely outdoor sauna thermal pool. sharks, butterfly fish and many more exotic insight into the diversity of the beautiful area required! Get the cycling experience card with 300 kilometres of cycle paths

pace – great fun for the whole family is TIP open daily from 11:00 – 24:00 animals. Exciting adventure playgrounds around the Trattnach and provide informa- offen all year round, but limited hours during between the Trattnach and Innbach, seven connecting routes, 32 hiking guaranteed. round off the offering. tion about ecological connections between the winter months paths and numerous bridle paths. Available free of charge from the Please note closed in 2012 due to the chair i Schmiding zoo and aqua zoo open March to November, the regional flora and fauna. Benches and Vitalwelt tourist information office in Bad Schallerbach and Gallspach! Summer toboggan run A-4631 Krenglbach, Wallern municipal office Maria Theresia Golf Club i lift being converted into a modern mountain daily from 9:00 to 17:00; aqua zoo open i tables invite you to take a break and enjoy i EurothermenResort Bad Schallerbach Schmidingerstraße 5 i 4680 Haag am Hausruck A-4702 Wallern, Marktplatz 1 a picnic. 4680 Haag am Hausruck, Letten 5 4701 Bad Schallerbach, Promenade 1 Tel: +43(0)7732/2351 railway. Normal operation will resume in Tel: +43(0)7249/46272 all year round, daily from 9:00 to 17:00 Tel: +43(0)7249/48126 Tel: +43(0)7732/3944 i Vitalwelt tourist information, A-4701 Bad Schallerbach, Promenade 2 Tel: +43(0)7249/440-0, www.eurothermen.at www.wegdersinne.at 2013, daily from April to October. www.zooschmiding.at (admission until 17:00) www.wallern.ooe.gv.at open all year round www.gcmariatheresia.at Tel: +43(0)7249/42071-0, www.vitalwelt.at