![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/20220611_120532-1038x576.jpg "Ahr valley from Speikboden")
The weather today (blue skies with sunshine) basically demanded another hike. I decided to go up to Speikboden, which is located already quite near the Austrian border. Continue reading Stepping stones
Tag Archives: Hiking
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/20220610_150053-1038x576.jpg "Geisler and Puez Groups")
Hiking in South Tyrol 201
Today, the weather forecast was again more suitable for hiking: still some clouds and a bit cooler, but at least no rain. So, I dedicated my time to the Dolomite mountains again. Again, I chose the modus operandi that I already applied two days ago: going up by cable car, and then a leisurely hike at 2000+ meters above sea level. Continue reading Hiking in South Tyrol 201
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/20220608_114445-1038x576.jpg "Seiser Alm")
Hiking in South Tyrol 101
When you are researching hiking areas in South Tyrol, you will stumble across Seiser Alm (Alpe di Siusi) rather sooner than later. This alpine meadow is very well-known – and for a good reason, as I could see for myself on today’s hike. Continue reading Hiking in South Tyrol 101
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/20210913_125951-1038x576.jpg "View from Kanisfluh to the East")
Crossing Austria
After touring the central region of Austria the year before, I focused on the West (i.e. Vorarlberg and Tyrol) during my trip in the second year of the pandemic. In the end, I (almost) crossed the whole country from West to East – including a day trip to Liechtenstein.
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/20211009_142648-1038x576.jpg "Lake Lunz")
All good lakes do come in threes
I spent the last day of my vacation in Lower Austria: After staying overnight in Göstling an der Ybbs, I went on a hike in the area of Lunz am See, visiting three lakes in total. Continue reading All good lakes do come in threes
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/01-20211008_105752-1038x576.jpg "Admont Abbey")
Books always make a room better
Slowly, it is time to think about returning home. So, I drove East today. My first stop was at Admont Abbey to visit the impressive Admont Abbey Library. In the afternoon, I went hiking in Waterhole Gorge. Continue reading Books always make a room better
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/20211003_114357-1038x576.jpg "View of Kitzbühl Alps from Zweitausender summit")
Unfortunately only a stroll
Today, I wanted to enjoy the views from up top (i.e. from around 2000 metres) once again. For that purpose, I took the cablecar to Resterhöhe, where I went on a stroll (on wide, flat paths) to Zweitausender summit. Continue reading Unfortunately only a stroll
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/20211002_121853-1038x576.jpg "Hohenwerfen Castle")
Long Day of Museums
Today was a rather untypical day for me: It was focused on tourist sights and museums. Still, I also managed to squeeze in a short hike in the morning. In the afternoon, I visited Hohenwerfen Castle. In the evening, I finally participated in the "Lange Nacht der Museen" (Long Night of Museums). Continue reading Long Day of Museums
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/20211001_100625-1038x576.jpg "View from Pinzgauer Spaziergang")
Unfortunately no stroll
I would have liked to go on the "Pinzgauer Spaziergang" today. However, with six to six and a half hours of pure walking time, it sounded too stressful to me, as I only had about seven hours available (due to limited run times of the cablecars). So, I opted for a round trip over some mountains just above this "Pinzgauer Spaziergang" instead – and was not disappointed. Continue reading Unfortunately no stroll
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/20210930_140721-1038x576.jpg "Upper Krimml Waterfall")
Krimml Waterfalls
I already wanted to visit the Krimml Waterfalls during my trip through Austria last year. However, one and a half hours of driving each way was too much for me. So, I planned my route this year to include a visit. Therefore, on my way from Tyrol to Salzburg, I stopped over in Krimml today for a closer look at the (very impressive) waterfalls. Continue reading Krimml Waterfalls