Snowshoeing in Upper Austria

When snowshoeing in Windischgarsten, the body is evenly revved up and the immune system is revitalized. In addition, the stress level decreases with every step, which holistically strengthens the entire organism and health.

Snowshoeing and winter hiking in the Pyhrn-Priel region is excellent endurance training with positive effects on the cardiovascular system. It is an easy sport that anyone can learn in just a few hours. As with all hiking sports, everyone can choose their own favorite pace for winter and snowshoe hiking. The important thing is to keep a steady pace so that the positive effects of the clear mountain air can fully unfold. This is because in the local mountains such as the Alps, the environment is allergen-free, the basal metabolic rate of oxygen is higher and the production of red blood cells is increased.

In addition, vitamin D from the winter sun is good for the body and mind. UVB radiation causes the vitamin to build up in the body and accelerates the absorption of calcium. In addition, the bright light has a positive effect on the psyche – and snowshoeing is pure stress relief and deceleration.

The magnificent nature of the local mountains and forests around the Sperlhof fascinates with its snow-covered landscape on around 100 km of hiking trails and inspires wonderful winter and snowshoe hikes. Enjoy the impressive views of the Limestone Alps and experience winter from its gentler side. Thanks to the constant exercise in the fresh air with or without snowshoes, you won't get cold even on extensive winter hiking tours. Winter vibes on the mountain for inner peace and a new sense of freedom make you want more.

Fundamentally, hiking with snowshoes is easy to learn.Although you walk wider and the similarity to the duck walk cannot be denied, it is important to always move diagonally. The foot is never lifted up completely and placed back on the snow surface, but the snowshoe is guided through the snow parallel to the ground.

Snowshoeing means walking uphill, directly in the fall line. The claws of the snowshoes are kicked into the ground. Crossing sideways is not recommended as it is far too easy to slip. Going downhill is also best done in the direction of the fall. In any case, all muscles are used, arms and legs – body tension helps immensely.