Six signposted hiking trails, churches with several layers of art-historical significance and an underground passage offer a variety of reasons to visit Münzkirchen. The area is very forested and peaceful. You can focus on outdoor activity, church art or a special glimpse into history. There are also seasonal winter activities and an insight into an organic farm. Free hiking maps are useful when planning; for seasonal activities and guided tours, it is worth checking dates in advance.
Hiking trails and seasonal activities
There are six signposted trails to choose from for hikes in Münzkirchen. Hiking maps are available free of charge for visitors to take at all Münzkirchen businesses and at the municipal office. You can pick up a map there to help plan your route. The forest-rich, peaceful surroundings provide a fitting landscape for the trails and make hiking an obvious focus for your stay.
The time of year also affects which activities are available: cross-country skiing is possible in Münzkirchen in winter. In the cold season, the skate park at the children's playground is used as an ice rink; there are also three ice rinks there. The availability of these seasonal activities may change, so it is advisable to check current details before making plans. An outdoor swimming pool adds another seasonal option. If you are planning your visit around it, check opening hours in advance.
Church art from different periods
The parish church of the Assumption of Mary was first mentioned in documents in 1253. Its nave is a three-aisled Baroque structure. Gothic frescoes were uncovered in the presbytery during restoration work in 1961. The Stations of the Cross feature carved Rococo frames from Vornbach Abbey on the Inn; the church's north tower is 36 metres high. The frescoes, Baroque nave and Rococo frames represent different artistic periods within the church.
Another historic site is the branch and pilgrimage church of St Sebastian. It was built in 1635 after the plague had been overcome. The church houses a 15th-century Gothic crucifix, dating from an earlier period than the church building itself. A pilgrimage Mass is held there each year on the Saturday after 20 January, the feast day of St Sebastian. If you would like to plan your trip around this occasion, check the date for your travel year.
An Erdstall to crawl through
The Erdstall at the Wösner inn is 25.3 metres long. At the Wösner inn, you can crawl through an underground passage that is 70 to 90 centimetres high. The Erdställe in Münzkirchen are considered medieval underground structures; they are dated to between 800 and 1250 AD. For planning purposes, the nature of the passage is particularly important: since you have to crawl through it, take your own mobility into account.
An insight into the GRABMANN organic farm
A guided tour at the GRABMANN organic farm follows the pig education trail around the free-range enclosure for the organic pigs. Group tours are offered for groups of 15 or more. Please coordinate the specific arrangements with the farm before your arrival. This will help you find out whether a tour is suitable for your group and preferred date.
The farm's products include spelt pasta, schnapps, potatoes, fruit brandy, grain brandy, fresh pork and bacon. As product availability may change, it is best to ask about the current range in advance if you are interested in anything specific. The tour and the products offer different ways to enjoy a visit: you can follow the trail around the free-range enclosure or explore the farm's produce.
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For the full travel overview: Schärding.
