Desselbrunn between Traunfall, the River Landscape and Culture

Desselbrunn combines the river landscape of the Traun with places steeped in history and a variety of opportunities for active, cultural and tradition-rich holidays. Wooded areas and expansive riverbanks characterize the idyllic setting.

Discover the Traunfall Trail and River Landscape

Traunfall has long been the shared historical centre of Roitham am Traunfall and Desselbrunn. The Traunfall Trail was reopened to visitors in autumn 1981. This makes the trail one of the defining elements of the area’s history, while the Traun also shapes the river landscape in which Desselbrunn is situated.

A longer excursion idea is the “Enjoyment along the Traun River” hiking trail. It leads from Almspitz along the Alm and the Traun to Lake Traunsee, passing through Desselbrunn along the way. If you would like to experience different sections of the river during your stay, you can include this route as a specific focus in your travel plans. Route 51 of the Salzkammergut Shuttle is also relevant when planning your journey. It runs via Laakirchen, Traunfall, Rüstorf, Stadl-Paura, Lambach and Almspitz; Traunfall is located in the municipality of Desselbrunn.

Culture and History in the Village

The historic Schiffsleut Chapel has been preserved in the Traunfall area. Schloss Windern is another important point of reference. The castle is privately owned, was built in the 16th or early 17th century, and was repeatedly restored after severe fires in 1817 and 1866. Its castle chapel was built in 1769 and is dedicated to Saint John of Nepomuk. The broad elliptical domed room contains three Rococo altars dating from the time of its construction.

Living tradition is also part of Desselbrunn’s character. The Leonhardiritt has been held here every year since 1946 on the Sunday after 6 November in honour of the parish patron saint. Those who plan their stay for this date can experience Desselbrunn from a particularly tradition-oriented perspective.

Active Holidays and Suitable Planning

The possibilities extend beyond hiking and culture. The Atlantis Qualidive Traunfall diving centre is located at Viecht am Traunfall 10a, 4693 Desselbrunn. For those interested in riding, the Desselbrunn Riding and Driving Club welcomes both Western riding and English riding. This allows you to choose between a river-focused activity, a cultural focus and sporting activities when planning your stay, rather than spending every holiday day in the same way.

When looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home, you should first determine your preferred travel focus and the appropriate period. A fixed date such as the Leonhardiritt can determine the timing of your trip, while nature, history or activities can shape the focus of your stay.

Other Places in the Regional Overview

If you would like to compare other places besides Desselbrunn, here are the direct destinations in the shared overview: Innerschwand Am Mondsee, Wolfsegg am Hausruck, Zell am Pettenfirst, Gampern, Timelkam, Attersee Am Attersee, Oberhofen Am Irrsee and Vöcklabruck.

Back to the higher-level travel overview: Vöcklabruck.