Sunny Thursday Day-Off Hike to Kasberg ☀️⛰️

Hi, everyone!

We're heading out on a scenic hike to Kasberg this Thursday (public holiday in Austria). The hike is about 12 km long with about 700 m of elevation gain. Forecast: mostly sunny, up to 20°C in the valley. Bring sunscreen, and protective UV clothing.

🕐 Meeting Point:
09:30 at Linz Main Train Station (Linz Hbf) – we'll be carpooling from there (please sound off in the comments if you need a ride or you can offer a ride).

🚶‍♂️ Start of the Hike:
Around 10:45 at Hochberghaus parking (accessible via Bergstraße Farrenau, costs 15 EUR/car)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/HbeR8yrjACvamtSa7

https://traunsee-almtal.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/400175/bergstrasse-farrenau-privatstrasse-zum-hochberghaus-und-wandergebiet-kasberg.html

🚙 Journey by car:

• 09:30 Meeting at Linz Hbf (outside at the main entrance where the cars pickup/drop-off zone is)
• 10:45 Arrive at Hochberghaus parking
• 👞 Hike (aprox 12km, 700m, 4-5 hours)
• Return as agreed with the drivers after the hike and restaurant Hochberghaus stop

🚉 Journey by train/bus:

• Unfortunately not possible

▶ Activities:

The hike is about 12-13 km long, and involves about 700 m of elevation gain.
https://www.komoot.com/tour/3003008991

We can stop and eat at the restaurant Hochberghaus on the way back, but please also bring some food/snacks for the summit.

✅ Checklist:

• wear sturdy, comfortable shoes;
• wear weather-appropriate clothing (UV radiation will be high);
• bring snacks & water for the trip;
• bring sunscreen, hat, sunglasses;

⚠ Warning:

• You are entirely responsible for your own safety & well-being during the course of this event.

Looking forward to seeing you!

Warmly,
Chris-Alex