Discover Neukirchen am Walde

Neukirchen am Walde combines sacred architecture, experiences in nature and varied days filled with water, gardens, hiking and cycling. Those looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home can tailor their stay to their own interests: with cultural discoveries, active routes or a trip to the natural bathing facility.

Discover churches and regional history

A special place to visit is the filial church of Sankt Sixt, built in 1488 and dedicated to Pope Saint Sixtus. Its chancel features a net-rib vault, and it houses a Gothic Madonna. For visits, the key can be borrowed from the Wirt z' Sixt inn. This makes it possible to incorporate a visit to the church specifically into your personal daily plans.

The Upper and Lower Kreuzberg Chapels are also among the town's protected buildings. The Catholic parish church of Saint John the Baptist in Neukirchen am Walde is likewise protected as a listed monument by decree. Those interested in religious architecture and regional special features will find several different destinations here, without focusing solely on one individual attraction. The local traditions also include original carnival parades, which are designed and organised every two years by local associations.

Water, play and special gardens

For a varied day by the water, Woody´s natural bathing facility offers a 4,000 m² bathing lake on an area of around 2 hectares. Around 2,600 m² of it is designated as a swimming area for adults and children and is connected to various attractions. The play and sports area includes a play stream, sand play areas and slides for the youngest children, swings and play areas for all ages, a multi-sport court, a beach volleyball court and a ball-game lawn. Depending on their age and mood, families can choose between exercise, play and water activities there.

A quieter discovery is promised by the nature experience trail, which passes a “Celtic tree circle”. Timewalk is designed as a landscape garden in a typical English style and adds its own distinctive touch to the excursion destinations. In addition, the Ölbründl Chapel is traditionally believed to have healing water for eye ailments. This traditional feature forms part of the town's cultural and natural character.

Cycling and hiking in the Sauwald

For cycling tours, the 34.5-kilometre Sparkassen Route starts in Neukirchen am Walde and includes 730 metres of elevation gain. It is suitable for both beginners and experienced cyclists. The route follows the historic Roman Road and includes several short steep climbs over Turnstein at an altitude of 646 m. From there, it offers a beautiful view. Those who prefer a longer loop can include the 57.9-kilometre R1.05 Sauwald Panorama Route in their plans. After a short climb, it leads through a mosaic of fields to Neukirchen am Walde.

You can go hiking along the southeastern edge of the extensive Sauwald. This provides different options for planning your day: a shorter cultural discovery, a day with water and play, a visit to a garden or a sporting tour with clearly specified route details. The stated kilometres, metres of elevation gain and climbs help you realistically assess your own preferences before booking.

The right accommodation for your travel plans

When looking for a holiday apartment in Neukirchen am Walde, it is worth first deciding on your preferred travel rhythm. For a holiday with cycling tours, the Sparkassen Route and the Sauwald Panorama Route are important reference points. Those who prefer culture and special buildings can focus on Sankt Sixt, the Kreuzberg Chapels and the parish church. Families wanting to combine different activities will find several different sources of inspiration in the natural bathing facility, play and sports area and nature experience trail. Choose your accommodation according to which experiences should define your trip and which starting point suits your personal daily plans.

More places for your search

For your further search, you can also view Peuerbach, Sölden An Der Straß, Pötting, Meggenhofen, Wallern An Der Trattnach, Sankt Thomas bei Waizenkirchen, Natternbach and Eschenau Im Hausruckkreis.

For the higher-level travel overview: Grieskirchen.