Eggersberg: Gläserner Steig and Osserpfad

If you’re looking for a hotel for a trip to Eggersberg, the Gläserner Steig and the Osserpfad offer useful points of reference. The Kneipp pool and Stojlbaun Chapel are other local landmarks. The route details vary in scope and format; when planning, it’s worth considering the specific route associated with each set of details.

Hiking trails and route distances in Eggersberg

Eggersberg is a designated stop on the first stage of the Gläserner Steig. This stage is 17.3 km long in total. The distance from Silbersbach to Eggersberg is 1.6 km, or about 15 minutes; Lohberg is another 1.9 km beyond that. One section of the Gläserner Steig passes through Oberlohberg and Eggersberg, then through Silbersbach to Berghäusl. The 17.3 km refers to the entire first stage, while the shorter distances refer to individual sections of the trail.

The challenging Osserpfad (Lo1) offers a different type of route. This 9.2 km circular hike runs from the Osser car park in Oberlohberg to the Großer Osser. The return route passes through the Osserwald forest via the Alter Stierweg ecology trail and Eggersberg. This helps put the two distances into context: the Gläserner Steig figure refers to one stage, while the Osserpfad figure is for a complete circular hike.

Local landmarks

The Kneipp pool in Eggersberg is right on the Gläserner Steig hiking trail, in a peaceful setting at the edge of the forest. Stojlbaun Chapel is another local landmark: the annual memorial services of the Edelweißschützen shooting club are held there. The trail routes, a place of religious tradition, and the location of the Kneipp pool all help visitors find their way around Eggersberg.

Planning local transport before your trip

The on-demand bus on route 914 runs year-round via Sommerau, Schwarzenbach, Eggersberg, Lam, Lambach, Rittsteig, and Neukirchen b. Hl. Blut. The service is not accessible. Check the latest transport information before travelling. With the Lamer Winkel guest card, travel by bus and train in the GUTi area is free; check the applicable terms and conditions before your trip. The route served and the area covered by the guest card benefit are separate details.

More things to do in the wider destination of Lohberg

The Bayerwald-Tierpark Lohberg is another highlight to consider when planning a trip to the wider destination of Lohberg. It is home to around 400 animals from 100 species and is open every day throughout the year. An easy-to-follow circular trail passes the animals; along the way, information boards describe their way of life and provide information about species conservation, breeding, and research.

The Kleine Arberseebahn runs daily from May to the end of October, from the Bayerwald-Tierpark in Lohberghütte to the Kleine Arbersee in the nature reserve. The lake is at an elevation of 912 metres. Check the details locally before planning your trip. Also in Lohberg, in the town centre, is the Huber Weiher natural swimming area. It offers free, nature-oriented swimming during the summer months; confirm the conditions locally.

Lohberg has eight hiking trails, three themed trails, and four ridge trails; availability may vary seasonally. The Lamer Winkel-Arber cycle path passes through Lohberg. A spur route to the Goldsteig leads from the Hohenbogen via the Osser and the centre of Lohberg directly to the Kleiner Arber. These details provide a broader picture of the wider destination, while the trail sections mentioned above help visitors find their way to Eggersberg.

Lohberg also has cultural and local points of interest: behind the Lohberger Dorfstadl are 22 trees from the Celtic tree zodiac. Each tree has an information board, which visitors can use to find their corresponding tree based on their birthday. The patronal feast of St. Walburga Parish Church in Lohberg is celebrated every year on 1 May with a festive church service followed by a market.

For the wider destination overview: Lohberg.