Krispl: Hiking, Winter Trails and Parish Church

Getting to know Krispl as a destination

Krispl brings together several distinct themes for a stay: the parish church, hiking trails, winter activities and mountain bike tours. The Krispl high-altitude hiking trail starts in the village; the Neureitötz Circular Winter Hiking Trail No. 72 also starts and ends in the village of Krispl. There are well-maintained winter hiking trails around Krispl-Gaissau, and two selected mountain bike tours also pass through the mountain landscape there. The range of options therefore extends from viewpoints and circular trails to winter and cycling activities. When planning a trip to Krispl, it may be important to decide which of these themes you would like to shape your stay most.

Parish Church and Easter Sepulchre

Krispl Parish Church dates from the 15th century and was substantially altered in 1759. A new Easter sepulchre was created for the high altar in 2018. These details represent different aspects of the church's history: its origins in the 15th century, a substantial alteration in the 18th century, and a work newly created in 2018. If you are interested in church history, a historic church building and a later-created Easter sepulchre offer distinct points of reference here.

Hiking trails with different profiles

The Krispl high-altitude hiking trail starts in Krispl and offers views of Hallein, Salzburg and the surrounding mountains. The Neureitötz Circular Winter Hiking Trail No. 72, by contrast, is defined by its circular route, which starts and ends in the village of Krispl, and its course through the forest to a clearing. The two trails therefore differ in the features described: the high-altitude trail is associated with its viewpoints, while the winter circular trail is defined by a specific route and its landscape.

Another circular trail in the Krispl-Gaissau area is the Forest Adventure Trail. It is about two kilometres long and passes through forests and meadows. Its themes include puzzles about forests, animals and nature. The difference in profile is also clear when comparing it with the Neureitötz Circular Winter Hiking Trail: the Forest Adventure Trail combines forests and meadows with nature-themed puzzles, while Trail No. 72 leads through the forest to a clearing. The length, landscape and themes give you concrete points of reference when distinguishing between the circular trails by character.

Winter activities and mountain biking

There are well-maintained winter hiking trails around Krispl-Gaissau. The Krispl ski and practice lift has a 600-metre drag lift. Winter hiking and a ski and practice lift are therefore two distinct types of activity. The Neureitötz Circular Winter Hiking Trail No. 72 adds another option, starting and ending in the village of Krispl; the other winter hiking trails are located around Krispl-Gaissau.

For mountain biking, two selected tours in Krispl-Gaissau pass through the mountain landscape. Unlike a single named circular hiking trail, these are two tours that share the same landscape setting. Together with the high-altitude hiking trail, winter hiking trails and 600-metre drag lift, they offer a range of activities to choose from according to the focus of your trip.

Find a hotel in Krispl to suit your travel interests

If you are looking for a hotel in Krispl, it may help to first clarify the purpose of your stay. For hiking, the high-altitude trail and its views, along with the circular trails and their different landscapes, are the main options; in winter, the well-maintained trails and ski and practice lift are also available. The parish church offers a distinct cultural and historical point of interest.

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