Luttach: Nature, Church and Mining History

In Luttach, you can tailor your stay to different interests: Schwarzbach Waterfall, the parish church, the Antrischen Löcher and the Maranatha Museum offer nature, sacred history, mining and art. The mountain landscape and activities on the Ahr also offer their own highlights.

Nature at Schwarzbach and the Ahr

Above Luttach, Schwarzbach Waterfall plunges 15 m through a narrow rock crevice into a blue lagoon. Wooden sculptures by international artists line the path to the waterfall. The waterfall is currently marked as “not accessible”; check access before visiting.

The waterfall loop starts at the sculpture and water park and follows the easy, gently uphill hiking trail No. 23 through the Schwarzbach gorge to the waterfall. Check local trail conditions before setting out, too. The information about the starting point, trail number and route helps distinguish this hike from other outings in Luttach.

There are 14 peaks over 3,000 m in the immediate vicinity of Luttach. Cycling tours and walks from Luttach lead to the surrounding alpine pastures. These are two different points to bear in mind when planning: the peaks are close to the village, while the alpine pastures are destinations on the described tours.

The Ahr near Luttach offers opportunities for rafting, canyoning, hydrospeed and kayaking. These river-based activities complement hiking, walking and cycling. If you plan your trip around activities, the main difference is where they take place: some follow paths through the landscape, while others take place on the Ahr.

Parish Church and Historical Tradition

The church in Luttach dates back to the 15th century. Its tower is 43 m high, and its five bells are named Sebastian, Sacred Heart, Mary, Florian and Barbara. These details give the church a distinct historical and architectural character: in addition to its age, the tall tower and the names of the individual bells shape the village’s identity.

The church is also connected with a long-standing tradition: in the past, on St Sebastian’s Day, January 20, the entire Ahr Valley made a pilgrimage to Luttach to pray to the church’s patron saint for good health. This account refers to the past and describes a former custom.

Mining History at the Antrischen Löcher

The Antrischen Löcher in Luttach are old exploratory tunnels dating from the heyday of the Prettau copper mine. They offer a different historical focus from the parish church: here, mining takes centre stage. The hike to the tunnels starts at the Luttach tourist office and leads to three tunnels; an iron staircase leads to the last one.

For this hike, take bus route 450 to the Tourist Office stop in Luttach. Check the current timetable before travelling. The path to the three tunnels and the iron staircase to the last one are useful landmarks when planning the outing; you should also check local trail conditions before setting out.

Art at the Maranatha Museum

The Maranatha Museum in Luttach has around 1,300 m² of exhibition space featuring works of art from various countries. The approximate floor area and the international origins of the art describe different aspects of the museum. It offers a distinct cultural focus alongside the church’s architecture and the area’s mining history: the museum showcases art from various countries.

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