The Saubach circular walk leads through the small village of Saubach and the varied rural landscape above it. The route passes farms, chestnut trees, meadows and short woodland sections, with attractive views across the Eisack Valley and the surrounding mountains.
The walk follows paved roads, field and woodland paths and a section of the Saubacher Koflweg. Some sections are steeper and may become slippery when wet, so sturdy footwear is recommended. The route is suitable for walkers and families with children who are used to hiking.
The circular walk begins at the church in the centre of Saubach. From there, walk to the nearby Saubacherhof inn. Follow the signs for the “Saubacher Rundweg” and climb to the right above the village.
Remain on the signposted circular route. The trail passes through the rural landscape above Saubach and then descends past the Pardiller and Unterfaller farms. You then return to the village of Saubach.
The Saubacher Koflweg begins behind the Saubacherhof. Follow trail no. 28 uphill to the next junction. Leave trail no. 28 here and follow the signs for the “Saubacher Rundweg” again.
The trail continues through woodland and meadows before reaching the road between Barbian and Saubach. Follow the pedestrian path back to the Saubacherhof and the church in Saubach.
Trail conditions:
The route follows paved village and access roads, field and woodland paths and a steeper section of the Koflweg. Sturdy footwear is recommended. Woodland paths, roots and unpaved sections may become slippery when wet. Take particular care of traffic along the road sections, especially when walking with children.
Starting and finishing point: church in Saubach, approx. 800 m
Distance: approx. 4.7 km
Walking time: approx. 2 hours 30 minutes
Ascent: approx. 236 m
Descent: approx. 235 m
Highest point: approx. 935 m
Difficulty: easy to moderate
Trail numbers: “Saubacher Rundweg” signs and trail no. 28
Refreshment stops: Saubacherhof inn
Suitable for pushchairs: only partly; the complete route is not suitable for pushchairs due to the woodland paths and steeper sections
