Blockheide-Eibenstein Nature Park is a protected area in the Waldviertel region of Lower Austria, situated near the Czech border. This nature park is characterized by its unique geological formations, including massive granite boulders known as "wobbling stones," alongside diverse landscapes of forests, meadows, heathlands, and natural stream valleys. The terrain and natural features of Blockheide-Eibenstein Nature Park make it suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
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17.5km
04:35
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.
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63.4km
02:37
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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46.5km
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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44.5km
02:34
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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Blockheide-Eibenstein Nature Park offers various outdoor activities including hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, and road cycling. The park features unique geological formations and diverse landscapes suitable for these sports. There are 5 routes available, with an average rating of 4.59 stars.
The park is known for its "wobbling stones," which are massive granite boulders like the Christophorus Stone and Mushroom Stone. Other features include tranquil forests, meadows, heathlands, and the Blockheideteich (Blockheide Pond). A 30-meter wooden lookout tower provides panoramic views, and a monument marks the 15th earth meridian.
Blockheide-Eibenstein Nature Park is suitable for families, offering a nature children's playground with a stone labyrinth and a giant and dwarf picnic area. Many trails are easily accessible and suitable for various skill levels. For specific routes, refer to the Family-friendly hikes in Blockheide-Eibenstein Nature Park guide.
The park offers a network of themed nature trails, including the 1.8-mile (2.9 km) Granite trail and the 2.2-mile (3.5 km) Mythical trail. These paths lead through coniferous forests and past granite boulders. An open-air museum and visitor center exhibition are also available. More information can be found in the Hiking in Blockheide-Eibenstein Nature Park guide.
Yes, Blockheide-Eibenstein Nature Park offers easily accessible paths suitable for all skill levels, including those requiring only moderate fitness. The 1.8-mile (2.9 km) Granite trail and 2.2-mile (3.5 km) Mythical trail are examples of such routes. Consult the Easy hikes in Blockheide-Eibenstein Nature Park guide for more options.
The park and surrounding Waldviertel region are suitable for touring cycling, mountain biking, and road cycling. Diverse terrain of forests, meadows, and rural landscapes provides scenic routes. The park also connects to the Lower Austria Cycle Path (NÖ-Radweg). Explore options in the Cycling in Blockheide-Eibenstein Nature Park guide.
Blockheide-Eibenstein Nature Park offers terrain suitable for mountain biking within its diverse landscape of forests and meadows. Specific routes and details for mountain biking can be found in the MTB Trails in Blockheide-Eibenstein Nature Park guide.
Public transport options are available for reaching Blockheide-Eibenstein Nature Park. Some hiking routes are accessible directly from bus stations. For detailed information on routes starting from public transport stops, refer to the Hikes from bus stations in Blockheide-Eibenstein Nature Park guide.
The official website for Blockheide-Eibenstein Nature Park is www.blockheide.at. For inquiries, the park's information center can be reached at +43 (0)2852 52506111 or +43 (0)680 5062837 during the season.
Routes in Blockheide-Eibenstein Nature Park have an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars on komoot. More than 29,000 visitors have shared their experiences, contributing to this rating across 5 available routes.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Blockheide-Eibenstein Nature Park, covering various activities. Examples include Hiking in Blockheide-Eibenstein Nature Park, Family-friendly hikes, and Cycling in Blockheide-Eibenstein Nature Park.

