Eggelsberg between the Ibmer Moor and lakes

Eggelsberg combines tranquil moorland landscapes, lakes, varied trails and remarkable churches into a destination offering many different holiday ideas. The Ibmer Moor in particular makes the area distinctive: in the village of Ibm lies the Ibmer Moor European protected area, where carnivorous plants such as sundews, butterworts and bladderworts grow. Rare bird species are also part of this landscape. The great bustard, common snipe, corncrake, herons, lapwings and hoopoes find their habitat here.

Moorland, views and trails for different day plans

Anyone wishing to discover the landscape on foot can plan a walk along the approximately four-kilometre Ibmer Moor trail. It begins in the village of Ibm and leads from the “Moarhaus” to the Seeleiten viewpoint. From there, you have a view across Lake Leithensee, the Moos area and the Salzburg and Bavarian Limestone Alps. The route therefore offers not only exercise but also a clear impression of the landscape, making Eggelsberg’s special location visible.

Another way to experience the surroundings is the approximately four-kilometre barefoot lakeside trail. It leads over different types of ground through low-moor meadows around Lake Ibmer/Heratingersee. Anyone looking for a longer hike with a clear focus on nature and the landscape will find another option in the approximately eight-kilometre Eggelsberg Glacial Margin Trail. The path leads through a glacial ice-decay landscape to erratic boulders and information boards. This allows you to choose between moorland, lakeshore and a landscape shaped by the Ice Age according to your preferred route, without trying to fit every experience into a single day plan.

Lakes, swimming and active discoveries

Lake Ibmer is up to 7 metres deep and covers an area of approximately 32 hectares. The Ibm lido is available for a day of swimming. It welcomes the whole family and offers four jetties extending into the water, well-maintained sunbathing lawns, changing rooms, lockable lockers and a children’s playground. This makes it possible to spend time by the water in a different way from hiking through the moorland: you can plan an active day or deliberately set aside time for swimming and relaxation.

Cyclists also have plenty of choice in Eggelsberg: six interesting cycle routes run through the municipality. The VIA NOVA also passes through Eggelsberg. These options provide further opportunities for travellers who do not want to spend their holiday days exclusively on foot or by the lake. When looking for a holiday apartment, you can therefore consider whether you would like to focus on observing nature, a circuit by the water, longer routes or changing activities.

Churches and historical insights

Eggelsberg’s cultural heritage includes the parish church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and the “Maria Hilf” chapel in Ibm. The parish church dates from 1420 to 1436 and is a two-nave Gothic building of the Bürkel type. Inside is a life-size crucifix created by the Braunau sculptor Martin Zürn around 1648. The “Maria Hilf” chapel houses an original statue of Our Lady of Help from the 15th century, which came from the former castle chapel.

The Eggelsberg/Ibm Marian hiking trail leads to the “Maria Hilf” chapel in Ibm. Anyone wishing to combine nature and culture can mentally link this route with the landscape experiences in the Ibm district to create a varied excursion. When choosing your accommodation, the desired mix of nature, water, activity and culture is therefore especially important. A holiday apartment in Eggelsberg suits travel plans that leave various day-trip ideas open and do not focus the stay on just one attraction.

Getting there and further orientation

Eggelsberg is located on the B156 between Braunau and Salzburg. The nearest railway stations are Lamprechtshausen, 12 km away, and Mattighofen, 15 km away. This information helps you factor travel arrangements and your choice of accommodation into your holiday planning at an early stage. You can find further places for orientation here: Maria Schmolln, Pfaffstätt, Sankt Peter am Hart, Aspach, Lengau, Mattighofen, Polling Im Innkreis and Pischelsdorf Am Engelbach.

For the main travel overview: Braunau Am Inn.