Source of life & natural danger - flood protection adventure trail Gasen

Experience nature in Gasen on the approximately 3 kilometer long adventure trail. This begins in the charming town center and leads through the idyllic village of Gasen. Along the way you will discover the “Aquaplexxx”, Austria’s first water cinema, which offers fascinating films and information on the topic “Water: source of life and natural danger”.

The path winds through the village, along a babbling stream and over a magical wooden bridge. On a paved road and through a picturesque forest you reach the highest point of the adventure trail, where you can enjoy breathtaking views.

The way back leads through forest paths, always accompanied by the calming sound of the stream. After about 3 kilometers you will reach the starting point at the municipal office again and can end your day comfortably at an inn in Gasen.

The 10 experience stations:

1. Source of life & natural danger - The Aquathek
2. Slope gradient & heavy rain - the disaster kitchen
3. Dam wall & foam wall - flood protection with a difference
4. Sponge forest & excavator shovel - Wrap the water around your finger
5. Gatschen & Splashing - A cool water playground
6. Window into the underworld - Gasen's geology
7. Aquaplexxx - Big cinema around the water
8. Forest - We all live from it - The function of the forest
9. Holzweg & Xylothek - The natural forest determiner
10. Forest floor & forest birds - four-poster bed in the countryside

Important information about the adventure trail:

• Walking time approx. 1.5 hours (longer depending on how long you spend at the stations)
• Challenging in sections - off-road footwear required
• If it rains or storms, you should leave the path as quickly as possible
• Not suitable for strollers & not barrier-free
• Use only between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m