Etmißl: Hiking Trails, Views and St. Anne’s Church

Etmißl combines scenic trails, special places and a long ecclesiastical history. Those planning a trip with physical activity and cultural impressions will find a range of points of interest here: walking trails with views of the Hochschwab, routes to the Floning and the French Chapel, and St. Anne’s Church with its clearly described interior. The choice of a holiday apartment or holiday home can also be tailored to these individual travel plans.

Hiking trails with different starting points

One notable option is the route “From Etmißl to the Floning, 1,583 m”. It begins in the centre of Etmißl, making it a practical reference point for anyone planning to start their hiking day there. Another route is called “From Etmißl to the Floning, 1,583 m” and leads to the wooden French Chapel, also known as the French Cross. The name and destination give this trail a special cultural connection, meaning that it is not limited to a purely natural experience.

Etmißl is also the starting point of Stage 02 of the “BergZeitReise”. It begins at the small parish church in Etmißl and follows the Oischingbach stream to the Joser Chapel. The stage runs from Etmißl via Tragöß and the Green Lake onwards to the Sonnschienalm. Approximately three hours of walking are planned for the section from Etmißl to Tragöß.

Views of the Hochschwab and destinations at the Sommerstall

For shorter walks and moments spent enjoying the view, Etmißl offers trails with views of the Hochschwab. At the Sommerstall there is a viewing platform with a panorama board of the Hochschwab massif. There are also benches for resting. The Sommerstall lime tree is a noteworthy spot on the Sommerstall Trail and complements the views with a specific natural destination. There is a car park near the Etmißl fire station for this trail.

St. Anne’s Church, chapels and places of power

St. Anne’s Church in Etmißl was consecrated on 24 September 1865. Since 1867, a church service has been held there every second Sunday, alternating with St. Ilgen. The church interior has a single nave and closes in the west with a 5/8 choir. The church is therefore not only a named destination in the village, but also offers architectural details to look out for during a cultural walk.

Other special places include the Chapel Hill in Etmißl. The Chapel Hill in Etmißl is a small wooden chapel accessible via a Way of the Cross. The Steiner Cross is a place to stop and pause for reflection. Etmißl also offers mystical places of power; their effects have been scientifically investigated. These varied places give you the opportunity to combine an active day of hiking with quieter moments and cultural discovery.

Etmißl as a starting point for your search for accommodation

When looking for accommodation, you can first decide which experiences should be the focus of your trip. If your plans begin in the village centre, the Floning route is a clear reference point. For the stage of the “BergZeitReise”, the small parish church, the Oischingbach stream and the Joser Chapel are the main points of interest. The Sommerstall Trail, in turn, offers views, benches for resting and the Sommerstall lime tree as individual destinations. A holiday apartment or holiday home in Etmißl should therefore primarily suit your planned daily schedule and the excursions you would like to take.

If you would also like to compare other pages about nearby places, here is a compact selection: Sankt Sebastian, Gußwerk, Aflenz Kurort, Pernegg an der Mur, Oberaich, Bruck An Der Mur, Aflenz Land and Sankt Jakob-Breitenau.

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