Öblarn – Wörschach: Put-ins, take-outs and highlights
By this stage the Enns has grown into a medium-sized river. Expect gentle water grade 2 to 3. There are hardly any obstacles in the middle of the river, but you should still stay alert, as every river is constantly changing.
Special features
This section is characterised by easy to moderate moving water. The beautiful landscape offers plenty of variety, along with numerous culinary, historical, alpine and sporting attractions such as castles, gorges, castle ruins and mountain hikes.
Access
Your put-in for the fourth stage is directly under the bridge in Gstatt on the right bank. Parking is available next to the bridge on the left side of the river.
Exit 1
If you are returning by train, it is best to finish this fourth stage on the right, directly under the bridge of the main road in Wörschach. From there it is about 150 m to the railway station.
Exit 2
For anyone who has arranged a transfer by car or taxi, there is a take-out 100 m after the bridge on the right-hand side, directly after the mouth of the Gulling, at the prominent sandbank.
Stages
Below the mouth of the Sölkbach the Enns becomes noticeably wider and calmer and, depending on the water level, turns into a fast-flowing but gentle river.
For the first few kilometres there are only a few places to land, as the bankside vegetation is very dense. At higher water levels it is therefore best to stay in the middle of the river to avoid unpleasant contact with branches and plants.
Depending on the water level, there are also some smaller wave trains here, but they should not cause you any problems.
After that the banks open up again. On the left you now have a majestic view of the imposing Grimming – a sight that is sure to thrill you. After about 4 km through a wonderfully beautiful river landscape you reach the mouth of the Salza near Niederöblarn. It is best to land on the left here, take a closer look at the conditions and decide how best to continue. The Enns is constantly finding a new route through the sandbank, so new obstacles and challenges keep appearing that deserve a closer look.
While you are here you will also discover a superb spot for a break – between you and us, it is one of the most beautiful rest stops on the entire tour.
After the confluence, the first section of this fourth stage ends on the right-hand side of the river. The sports area with the airfield and the railway station is close by.
Access
Directly under the bridge in Gstatt near Öblarn, on the right bank. Parking is available next to the bridge on the left side of the river.
Exit
After the mouth of the Salza near Niederöblarn, on the right bank. The sports area with the airfield and the railway station is close by.
The second section starts off truly idyllically as you glide past the stunning mountain backdrop of the Grimming. A pleasant current carries you on to the railway bridge, and depending on the water level, the odd obstacle and some superb eddies await you.
Next comes the bridge in Espang, then you pass the gravel works on the way to the bridge in Niederstuttern. This is a starting point for hikes, and next to the bridge there is a lake for swimming.
Between Niederstuttern and Trautenfels you can once again enjoy moving water at its finest. If you would like to visit Schloss Trautenfels with its interesting museum, it is best to land under the bridge.
Access
After the mouth of the Salza near Niederöblarn, on the right bank.
Exit
Under the bridge in Trautenfels – ideal for a visit to Schloss Trautenfels and its museum.
From Trautenfels onwards the Enns treats you to a moderate current and is almost certain to give you some wonderful moments of happiness on the water.
From the mouth of the Grimmingbach you paddle on towards Stainach as far as the Sallaberg bridge, where fine eddies and gravel banks delight paddlers. If you would like to visit Stainach, this is the best place to land.
After the Sallaberg bridge you paddle through the beautiful Enns wetland meadows to Wörschach, which has two landing spots from which you can also reach Wörschach railway station. The first suitable place to land is directly under the main road bridge, the second about 100 m downstream in a picturesque bay, where parking is also available. This is where your fourth stage on the Enns ends.
Access
Under the bridge in Trautenfels.
Exit 1
If you are returning by train, it is best to finish this fourth stage on the right, directly under the bridge of the main road in Wörschach. From there it is about 150 m to the railway station.
Exit 2
For anyone who has arranged a transfer by car or taxi, there is a take-out 100 m after the bridge on the right-hand side, directly after the mouth of the Gulling, at the prominent sandbank.
