Conrad Stein

Austria: Jakobsweg

<p class="MsoNormal">The Way of St. James in Austria leads from the small pilgrimage town of Wolfsthal near the border with Slovakia in the east to the market town of Rankweil on the border with Switzerland in the vest.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">The Way of St. James leads from the small pilgrimage town of Wolfsthal near the border with Slovakia in the east to the market town of Rankweil on the border with Switzerland in the vest. <p class="MsoNormal">At a length of 790 km, you will experience the scenic and cultural diversity of Austria. The route is characterized by the Danube valley, the foothills of the Alps and the panorama of the Alps, which reaches its peak when you cross the Arlberg Pass. The Way of St. James &Ouml;sterreich impresses not only with its scenic and cultural diversity, but also with the positive energy that emanates from it and can be felt in the friendliness and helpfulness of the locals.</p> <p <p class="MsoNormal">Most of the route runs on the plain through valleys or along meadows and forests. Even the crossing of the Arlberg Pass is excellent, even with a pilgrim's rucksack. The time you should plan for the Way of St. James through Austria can vary greatly depending on the daily workload, but at least 30 pilgrimage days should be expected. <p class="MsoNormal">The Way of St. James in Austria can be walked for most of the year, although the best time is certainly between the beginning of May and the end of October.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">There are a variety of catering and accommodation options along the route, which certainly offer something for everyone. The pilgrim's guide contains a detailed description of the route, brief explanations of the history of the church and a list of accommodation options along the way. <p class="MsoNormal">Maps and GPS tracks for download are included</p>