Details for: Peace Cross Trail No. 12
Brief descriptionSt. Oswald in the southern Waldviertel is known for the beautiful view of the Alps: to the north, it is dominated by Burgsteinberg (1013 m), and to the south, St. Oswald offers a magnificent view of the Alps. Interesting are the mystical places, such as the Herzstein, Totenkopfstein, Steinernes Kornmandel, etc.
The strange stone formations of the Ysper Valley have long fascinated people, as numerous legends and myths prove. Their secrets have not yet been revealed. The 5 m high Herzstein – after which two circular hiking routes are named – reminds some of the human organ, others – those inclined to geomancy and esotericism – recognize female forms and life symbols here, considering the granite block to be a double cult stone. In any case, it is a highly interesting stop on a route that also leads to other peculiar stone figures, such as the “Totenkopf” - which can be climbed via stairs - or the “Steinernes Kornmandel.” A route fondly remembered.
Beautiful circular route that passes several chapels and offers a wonderful view of the parish church. Peace cross with rest area and magnificent panoramic views in all four directions.
Starting point of the tourSt. Oswald - Church Square
Destination point of the tourSt. Oswald - Church Square
Route description Peace Cross Trail No. 12
Starting from the church square via the Leiten road, you come to 2 memorial crosses with a magnificent panoramic view and a rest area. Hike to the left, at the next farm (Poidl-Leiten) turn left again, after about 80 m you leave the Bayerlweg and go left uphill. Through the forest, you reach the transmission mast, then continue right where you come to a newly built chapel with a beautiful view of the parish church St. Oswald. Continue until the farm and then right to the Peace Cross (rest area with magnificent panoramic view, illuminated at night). Return northwards to the starting point.
Access from the West Autobahn A1 via Ybbs an der Donau either via the B 36 through Yspertal to St. Oswald or via Ybbs along the Danube west of Ysperdorf, towards Yspertal via Fell to St. Oswald.
ParkingFree parking is possible in front of the elementary school or in front of the municipal yard. E-charging station at the “Leithenweg” parking lot is free for charging.
Hiking guide for the Southern Waldviertel region available from Waldviertel Tourism and can be ordered online at https://waldviertel.myproduct.at/wanderfuehrer-wanderregion-suedliches-waldviertel-waldviertel-tourismus
