Several of the trail routes described in Burgkirchen are shaped by the Mattig and Schwemmbach. The parish church in Burgkirchen and the branch church in St. Georgen an der Mattig also invite you to shift your attention from the trails to architectural history, art and local customs. This gives you both outdoor activity and local cultural history to choose from.
Trails and routes
The family adventure trail is 2 km long and follows the Mattig, with 15 stations along the way. It starts at the branch church in St. Georgen an der Mattig. Its length, route by the water and named starting point give the trail a clearly defined scope.
The Mattigtal motor skills trail comprises three different courses. The specific equipment may change; if certain features are important for your plans, check the current configuration before your visit. The cycling and hiking route shared by the municipalities of Burgkirchen, Mauerkirchen and Uttendorf is just under 5 kilometres long. In a direct comparison of lengths, it is longer than the adventure trail—useful guidance when choosing the distance you want to cover.
The Triftweg also passes through Burgkirchen. On its route from Burgkirchen to Mauerkirchen, it follows the Schwemmbach and the Mattig. If you plan to take this trail, check the conditions before your visit, as they may change.
Churches and art history
The parish church in Burgkirchen is a Gothic building with tuff-stone masonry. It was mentioned in documents around 1130. The historical reference and the details about its architectural style and materials offer different starting points for exploring the church: its place in history on the one hand, and its architectural form on the other.
The parish church’s furnishings include a Crucifixion group by Martin Zürn and stucco work by J. M. Vierthaler. These two attributions point to different artistic aspects of the building and add specific details to its Gothic character.
You can encounter another chapter of architectural history at the branch church of St. Georgen an der Mattig: it is a Gothic church with Baroque alterations. This description combines its Gothic character with its Baroque remodelling. Austria’s oldest collection box is also located in the branch church. In direct comparison, the parish church displays Gothic architecture and tuff-stone masonry, while the branch church in St. Georgen combines Gothic and Baroque design; the two buildings therefore offer contrasting architectural highlights.
The Umritt tradition in historical perspective
Burgkirchen’s former Umritt traditions included the Easter and St. Stephen’s Day rides. The town’s history links the procession known as the Georgiritt, held on 24 April, with the years 1926 and 1950, respectively. This historical context adds a distinct connection to local tradition alongside the churches and trails.
Discover more destinations: Maria Schmolln, Sankt Pantaleon, Neukirchen An Der Enknach, Auerbach, Moosdorf, Ăśberackern, Lengau, Kirchberg Bei Mattighofen.
For the main travel overview: Braunau Am Inn.
