Oberberg Valley
Friday, 19th June
| Walk: | Franz Senn Weg Alpin, Gasthof Barenbad, Sonnenweg, Oberberg, Seduck, Neustift | ||
| Start Point: | Bus to Schaller | Distance: | 10 miles |
| Ascent: | 1,809 feet | Descent: | 1,949 feet |
| Max Alt: | 4,843 feet | Time: | 6 hours |
| Weather: | Rain showers with a little sun | ||
| Comments: | For our first free day three of us decided to explore the Oberberg Valley. After crossing to the north side of the Oberbergbach the tarmac road soon changed to a grassy path as it headed across meadows and farmland. A friendly group of cows decided to lead the way along a fenced track but had to stay behind when we reached a gate. At Seduck we dropped down to the road and found a suitable spot for lunch. Returning down the road we took advantage of a forest path that paralleled the river for a time. After reaching Milders we continued on to Neustift to catch the bus back to the hotel. | ||
Oberbergbach
Spotting a waterfall . . .
I take a closer look
Looking back down the valley . . .
I try out an 'artistic' shot
A couple of young cows keep their eyes on us
Just at the side of the road . . .
a lovely little chapel
First time I have seen beehives in Austria . . .
which look quite different to English ones
Just the spot for a short break
Nearby it looks like the hay . . .
has been hung out to dry
The cows decide to lead the way . . .
but are stopped in their tracks . . .
when we reach the gate
Couldn't identify this one
The valley is sparsely populated . . .
but has lots of flowers . . .
including an alpine thistle
Pick a rock - as take a lunch break . . .
before we head back down the valley . . .
past more friendly cows
The small power plant beside the Oberbergbach