Mountain hikes Pilgrimage route to St Georgenberg

Stans / Karwendel
Difficulty ratings: easy
Route length: 7.3 km
Duration: 3:30 h

Circular walking route from Stans to the pilgrimage site of St. Georgenberg. 

Tour information

  • Requirement: easy
  • Length: 7.3 km
  • Duration: 3:30 h
  • Elevation uphill:525 hm
  • Elevation downhill:525 hm
Highest point900 m

Starting point

Car park at St.-Laurentius-Church, Stans

Finishing point

St Georgenberg Pilgrimage Site
  • Fitness level 2 / 6
  • Technique 2 / 6

Features

  • Circular route
  • Suitable for families

Best time of year

  • January
  • February
  • March
  • April
  • May
  • June
  • July
  • August
  • September
  • October
  • November
  • December

Trail condition

Forest track, short stretch of tarmac road

Equipment

  • Sturdy footwear
  • Rainwear/sun protection
  • Plenty of drinking water/snacks
Source: TVB Silberregion Karwendel

Description

Feel the peace and tranquillity as you make your way along the two Stations of the Cross towards the monastery at St. Georgenberg – Tyrol’s oldest place of pilgrimage.
Once you reach the top, it’s well worth stopping for a break at the pilgrims’ café, beneath ancient chestnut trees and enjoying some culinary delights.

Getting here

  • Arrival by public transport

    Train to Stans station – walk to the car park at Stans Laurentiuskirche
    You can find the bus timetables at www.smartride.vvt.at

  • Parking

     Car park at Laurentius Church, Stans

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