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title: Waldesruhweg (Forest Tranquility Path)
url: "https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430000545/waldesruhweg-forest-tranquility-path.html"
description: From the town center (municipal office) past the new parish church to Vöglthen, past the Reiterhof to the Landgasthof Waldesruh back through the nature park - past the Zeileis Health Center to the starting point.Free hiking map available at the Tourist-Infos Bad Schallerbach and Gallspach
date: 2016-05-12
modified: 2026-03-11
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# Waldesruhweg (Forest Tranquility Path)

Waldesruhweg (Forest Tranquility Path)
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 **Path number:** 43

 **Starting place:** 4713 Gallspach

 **Destination:** 4713 Gallspach

 ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/239268/80015FDC08783C3F501BB5B7BC777312942C690845E0868ED5A034E9EBDC91F3/waldesruh-jpg.jpg)

 ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/239269/E53AAF5FD4D4E658D3E862E1B49CAAB69D77F8FD47A04FFEB152D3AFBD0937D0/gallspach.jpg)

 ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/239270/8868F6D74AF5EAAC0A2BFDCE9F1C69E954F01DE5B97FDF9CD345DA93DA4F6800/wanderwege-gallspach.jpg)

  © Open copyright  © Vitalwelt Close copyright

 [    ![Waldesruhweg in Gallspach: a green forest with a winding path that winds its way through the trees and bushes. The ground is covered with moss and undergrowth, while the branches of the trees grow together over the path and form a natural tunnel. An idyllic and peaceful place to walk and linger.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/239268/80015FDC08783C3F501BB5B7BC777312942C690845E0868ED5A034E9EBDC91F3/waldesruh-jpg.jpg "© Vitalwelt")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/239268/80015FDC08783C3F501BB5B7BC777312942C690845E0868ED5A034E9EBDC91F3/waldesruh-jpg.jpg)

  © Open copyright  © Mühlleitner Close copyright

 [    ![Waldesruhweg in Gallspach: An idyllic landscape with a blossoming fruit tree in the foreground, surrounded by green meadows, forests and picturesque houses in the distance. The sky is covered with clouds, creating a peaceful atmosphere. It is a very appealing and natural scenery.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/239269/E53AAF5FD4D4E658D3E862E1B49CAAB69D77F8FD47A04FFEB152D3AFBD0937D0/gallspach.jpg "© Mühlleitner")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/239269/E53AAF5FD4D4E658D3E862E1B49CAAB69D77F8FD47A04FFEB152D3AFBD0937D0/gallspach.jpg)

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 [    ![Waldesruhweg in Gallspach: This green, wooded path leads through an idyllic landscape with tall trees and a grassy bank in the distance. The path meanders gently through the lush vegetation, creating a calm and peaceful atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/239270/8868F6D74AF5EAAC0A2BFDCE9F1C69E954F01DE5B97FDF9CD345DA93DA4F6800/wanderwege-gallspach.jpg "© Heidi Kloimstein")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/239270/8868F6D74AF5EAAC0A2BFDCE9F1C69E954F01DE5B97FDF9CD345DA93DA4F6800/wanderwege-gallspach.jpg)

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  Circular route

 Hauptplatz 8
 4713 Gallspach

 [  open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Hauptplatz%208%2C%204713%20Gallspach "Link will open in a new window") [  Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Hauptplatz%208%2C%204713%20Gallspach "Link will open in a new window")

   ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&path=enc:sffeHc~hsA{AqAWo@Gi@Qo@RQ\MLKJ[n@_DbAgEBi@N_At@iCDUDq@XeBHcANsCDwBPkDDkADu@?UQk@nAZjBVT?LCHSj@yBJO|@GNv@^~AJ\RdAHj@Z~@f@|Af@lBPj@N^Zv@Vj@f@rAf@jBRbAPn@`Ad@\Ld@DL?j@HVDVLh@h@RXRf@Pl@b@bBb@pB`@bDl@zCn@lC~@hERt@Xn@TX`@`@XVd@Rr@ZXNVVEJcAbA_AhAkBdAmBrAgC`BsAh@}@r@qBtBsAlA]RaHjEUBQAQGMOi@cAQSKKQIUEM?MFOJ}A{HiA{Ea@qA[kAYcCIc@Wc@MQOt@E`@[xCWt@y@|Aa@v@Kb@sIqGOUk@s@ISEQCi@?a@\s@pA{ChBeB\g@~@aCZu@pBpA&server=meta.tourdata.at)

 From the town center (municipal office) past the new parish church to Vöglthen, past the Reiterhof to the Landgasthof Waldesruh back through the nature park - past the Zeileis Health Center to the starting point.

**[Free hiking map available at the Tourist-Infos Bad Schallerbach and Gallspach](http://booking.vitalwelt.at/vitalwelt/en/brochure/list)**

 Starting from the center of the village (municipal office) past the new [Catholic parish church](https://www.vitalwelt.at/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/401234/katholische-pfarrkirche.html) (architecture worth seeing and unique Stations of the Cross) you walk along the so-called Pfarrergraben slightly uphill to the district Vöglthen. At the turnoff, turn right, past the EPRO company to the state road, which you cross. You walk along the long, slightly elevated road. When you turn around, you have a view over entire Gallspach.

On the right side you will see the horse farm. If you continue walking along the forest you will come to a crossroads, straight towards Meggenhofen, here you can take the [Theaterweg path no. 44](https://www.vitalwelt.at/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/170097/theaterweg.html) and turn right to the [Landgasthof Waldesruh](https://www.vitalwelt.at/en/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/103859/landgasthof-waldesruh.html), where you can look at or even pet various animals. After the Waldesruh you enter the forest on the right side. Pass single-family houses and go down to the district "Schützenhof". Cross the road and walk along the Leithenbach stream into the [nature experience park](https://www.vitalwelt.at/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/430024573/naturerlebnispark.html).

In the nature experience park you can escape the hectic of everyday life and let your soul dangle in the midst of meadows and trees. With its diverse offers and interesting facts about nature, the park is an attraction in the heart of our village. Our bee colonies are active in the bee house and offer insight into their fascinating life as honey producers through a display flap. Display boards explain the life of the bees. To preserve old and regional varieties, you will find various fruits in our snack garden, which you can taste here in nature on site. The paths of the nature experience park are oases of tranquility and of course accessible barrier-free all around. Linger by the ponds or in the midst of our flower meadows, watch our ornamental birds at the bird aviary or pick some berries and fruits directly in the snack garden. In winter, for fun in the snow, the toboggan slope is available for entertaining young and old.

Cross the Nature Experience Park and walk over the bridge up to the road and then turn right along the sidewalk.

On the right hand side you will find the almost 100 year old [Zeileis Health Center](https://www.vitalwelt.at/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/102945/zeileis-gesundheitszentrum.html), known for the worldwide unique Zeileis Method. The clinic, diagnostic and therapy center under one roof offer a comprehensive range of medical and therapeutic services. The Zeileis Method is based on treatment with high-frequency currents: the body is supplied with the necessary energy to activate its self-healing powers. Blood circulation and oxygen uptake in the cells are increased, and the autonomic nervous system and internal organs are positively influenced. High-frequency therapy is combined with other applications in a targeted and individual manner. This healing treatment supports the body in prevention, healing and rehabilitation.

Across from the Zeileis Health Center is the beautifully landscaped [Kurpark ](https://www.vitalwelt.at/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/430014161/kurpark.html)(health resort park) with the Music Pavilion (public restroom) where events are held during the summer months.

At the Zeileis Health Center, walk along the road, down the one-way street. Before you get to the starting point, you will see the Zeileis Castle on your right.

 [ Tour and route information ](#ttgCollapseTourdetails)
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 **Path number:** 43

 **Starting place:** 4713 Gallspach

 **Destination:** 4713 Gallspach

 **duration:**  1h 11m

 **length:** 4,3 km

 **Altitude difference (uphill):** 70m

 **Altitude difference (downhill):** 70m

 **Lowest point:** 361m

 **Highest point:** 440m

 **difficulty:** easy

 **condition:** easy

 **panoramic view:** Some Views

 **Paths covering:** Asphalt, Hiking trail

 **Starting point:** Market town Gallspach, Hauptplatz 8-9, 4713 Gallspach

 **Destination:** Market town Gallspach, Hauptplatz 8-9, 4713 Gallspach

 **further information:** - Circular route
- Board possible

 **Details - hiking**- cleared winter hiking path

 [ ![Altitude profile Waldesruhweg (Forest Tranquility Path)](//static.et4.de/ElevationProfileChart/Go.ashx?Experience=hoehenprofil-meta&Server=meta.tourdata.at&AddElevations=true&AddOfftrackWaypoints=false&AddSurfaces=true&AddWaypoints=false&globalid=tourdata_tour_430000545&width=355&height=250&FontSize=12&mkt=en) ![Altitude profile Waldesruhweg (Forest Tranquility Path)](//static.et4.de/ElevationProfileChart/Go.ashx?Experience=hoehenprofil-meta&Server=meta.tourdata.at&AddElevations=true&AddOfftrackWaypoints=false&AddSurfaces=true&AddWaypoints=false&globalid=tourdata_tour_430000545&width=450&height=350&mkt=en) ](#ttgHoehenprofilModal "Waldesruhweg (Forest Tranquility Path)")

 [ Along the trail ](#ttgCollapseAnDerStrecke)
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 ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/205808/BD269342DEDDF1CB0EEB2BBC25746D07A478C83490190B2C91C1486E34EDB583/kiener-kapelle.jpg "Kiener Kapelle (© Copyright: Marktgemeinde Gallspach)")

 Kiener Chapel

 ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/401812/kiener-chapel.html)

 [ ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/204549/73D14EE636BA03FE239576EA2FF49C30965471A2C8B6DAD8D0AA28838C949B1D/schloss-gallspach.jpg "Schloss Gallspach")

 Gallspach Castle

 ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/400946/gallspach-castle.html)

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 Gästeinfo Gallspach

 ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/100958/gaesteinfo-gallspach.html)

 [  © Open copyright  © Copyright: Pfarre Gallspach Close copyright

 ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/204959/EE98AB9F5EFBC80F323E3927EC26008AAB03C716D862CA960D1CA0679D1F4AE8/katholische-pfarrkirche-aussen.jpg "Katholische Pfarrkirche außen (© Copyright: Pfarre Gallspach)")

 Catholic Parish Church

 ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/401234/catholic-parish-church.html)

 [ ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/185723/437581033C704171DB7F8E5228A3EAA51FB0C26DEC84E97494F42B069B202EDE/waldesruh-600-jpg.jpg "Waldesruh 600.jpg")

 Landgasthof Waldesruh

 ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/103859/landgasthof-waldesruh.html)

 [  © Open copyright  © Copyright: Marktgemeinde Gallspach Close copyright

 ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/223250/BA50627F2A3259569E3C9E02CBD73B65D8BDA86B124FFF72292625708E2A3A26/naturerlebnis-park.jpg "Naturerlebnis-Park (© Copyright: Marktgemeinde Gallspach)")

 Nature discovery park

 ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/430024573/nature-discovery-park.html)

 [  © Open copyright  © Copyright: Stadtausstellung Close copyright

 ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/185481/A002539FA61CE65F55C199CC047E7CBB7868CBDFBBBC37FD4B05C168BC3A40C5/juli-tant.jpg "Juli Tant (© Copyright: Stadtausstellung)")

 Weinstube Julie Tante

 ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/103715/weinstube-julie-tante.html)

 [  © Open copyright  © Copyright: Vitalwelt Close copyright

 ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/214699/B6C7261373F1262984684D01762BD2EF364D4CADCC5AA881DC0EC1A0D646A46F/kurpark.jpg "Kurpark (© Copyright: Vitalwelt)")

 Spa Park

 ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/430014161/spa-park.html)

 [ ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/197479/5DD030CF7B110EDEB2A420377BC2885A5E46FCC18AD57D940E79BF248BB26E2A/zeileis.jpg "Zeileis")

 Zeileis Health centre

 ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/102945/zeileis-health-centre.html)

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 [ Variants and stages ](#ttgCollapseVariantenEtappen)
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 [

 Theater path

 ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/170097/theater-path.html)

 [

 Alpenblickweg (permanent IVV hiking trail)

 ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/170129/alpenblickweg-permanent-ivv-hiking-trail.html)

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 The Alpenblickweg

 ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430010284/the-alpenblickweg.html)

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 Nature experience park - Trail

 ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430007677/nature-experience-park-trail.html)

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 Teufelsgrabenpath

 ](https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/170128/teufelsgrabenpath.html)

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 [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise)
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 **Accessibility / arrival**by car:
On the A8 coming from Passau, exit Meggenhofen/Gallspach.
On the A8 coming from Linz, exit Meggenhofen/Gallspach

Federal road:
On the B 135 in the direction of Grieskirchen

by train:
Exit stations: Wels or Grieskirchen, then by bus to Gallspach

 **Parking**- Parking space: 50
- Parking area for disabled: 6

 **Parking fees**free of charge

 **E-service station / recharging station**- Charging point for electric cars (free of charge)
- Charging point for e-bikes (free of charge)

 [ Prices ](#ttgCollapsePreise)
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- Free entry

 [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung)
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- All weather
- Suitable for groups
- Suitable for schools
- Suitable for kids (all ages)
- Suitable for pushchairs
- Suitable for teenagers
- Suitable for seniors
- Suitable for single travelers
- Suitable for families
- Suitable for friends
- Suitable for couples
- Suitable for children

 **Most economical season**- Spring
- Summer
- Autumn

 [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit)
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Please get in touch for more information.

 [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt)
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 **Waldesruhweg (Forest Tranquility Path)**

 Tourismusverband Quellenviertel
 Hauptplatz 8
 4713 Gallspach

  Phone [ +43 7248 62375 ](tel:+43724862375)
  E-Mail [info@quellenviertel.at](#mailto)
   Web [www.quellenviertel.at](http://www.quellenviertel.at "New window")
   http://www.quellenviertel.at

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