The hiking options in the Attersee-Attergau holiday region are just as varied as the landscape itself: From gentle hikes in the north to gently ascending pleasure hikes to real summits in the Höllengebirge and the Schafberg in the south.
If you want to explore the mountains in the region on your own, it is important that you are well prepared for your mountain tour and know what to do if the worst comes to the worst. We have put together some valuable hiking tips for a safe day in the mountains:
Inform yourself well about the planned tour before the hike: How difficult is it? How long will the ascent and descent take? Is there a refuge on the route?
Read the current weather forecast and keep a close eye on the weather. Small, localised thunderstorms are not uncommon in the mountains. If in doubt, postpone your tour.
Before you set off, let your holiday accommodation know where you are going and when you will be back. Also inform friends and family about your tour. This way, help can be provided quickly in an emergency.
Make sure you take enough liquid with you for your hike. This will ensure you are well hydrated if the huts are closed.
Make sure that your mobile phone battery is fully charged before your tour. If necessary, take a power bank with you.
Make sure that your footwear is suitable for alpine terrain.
In the event of an accident in the mountains, it is important to keep a cool head and act quickly: