In addition, the Waldhof Chapel is Roggenreith A tranquil destination for hikers who appreciate peace and quiet, nature, and small regional attractions. The simple chapel is not located directly in the town center, but sits idyllically in a clearing in the federal forest between Kirchschlag and Roggenreith.
For our guests staying in the vacation rentals Gutenbrunn The Waldhofkapelle Roggenreith is a lovely place to stop along the way during a hike through the southern Waldviertel.
A small chapel in a quiet forest clearing
The Waldhof Chapel is neither a large pilgrimage church nor a traditional visitor center. It is precisely its simple architecture and secluded location that give it its special charm.
Surrounded by woods, meadows, and tall grasses, the small chapel invites visitors to take a quiet break. Under the large tree stands a simple bench where hikers can catch their breath and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.
There is very little publicly available, reliably documented information about the exact history of the Waldhof Chapel.
That's why we focus on what visitors can actually expect when they arrive: a peaceful place to rest in the heart of the Waldviertel countryside.
How do you get to the Waldhof Chapel?
The chapel is located along several marked hiking trails in the market town of Kirchschlag. A good starting point is the parking lot at the Kirchschlag elementary school.
From there, the trail leads:
- through the woodlands
- To the Hubertus Chapel
- through the lard
- along Rathausstraße
- To the Waldhof Chapel
Since the chapel is located in a wooded area, we recommend wearing sturdy shoes and bringing a hiking map or the GPX file for your chosen route.
Forest and Whiskey Hike Through Roggenreith
The Waldhof Chapel is a stop on the Forest and Whiskey Trail No. 85. At the chapel, the trail branches off through an idyllic stretch of forest toward Roggenreith. The trail then passes by the Waldviertel Whisky Experience and winds through fields and forests back to Kirchschlag.
Key tour dates:
- Route length: 11.25 kilometers
- Walking time: about 2 hours and 30 minutes
- Elevation gain: about 106 meters
- Difficulty: medium
- Start and Finish: Kirchschlag Elementary School
You can find the current route map and GPX file on the official Forest and Whiskey Tour.
Preliminary Round for the Kleine Krems
The longer original loop No. 84 also passes by the Waldhof Chapel. After visiting the chapel, this route continues toward Scheib-Primassen and on to the The Origins of the Kleine Krems.
Key tour dates:
- Route length: 15.22 kilometers
- Walking time: about 3 hours and 30 minutes
- Elevation gain: approximately 162 meters
- Difficulty: medium
- Start and Finish: Kirchschlag Elementary School
For more information and the GPX file, visit the official website of the Preliminary Round.
A Place to Pause
The Waldhof Chapel is particularly appealing to visitors who enjoy small, quiet places away from the crowds. It’s not about a packed sightseeing itinerary, but rather about taking a moment to truly connect with nature.
Take a moment to rest on the bench, listen to the wind in the trees, and enjoy the tranquility of the forest clearing. Please treat the chapel and its surroundings with respect and take your trash with you when you leave.
We cannot guarantee that the interior of the chapel will be accessible at all times. However, the trip is still worth it even if the door is closed.
Tips for the Hike
For directions to the Waldhof Chapel, we recommend:
- Sturdy and comfortable hiking boots
- weather-appropriate clothing
- enough drinking water
- a small snack
- Hiking map or GPX route
- Sun and Rain Protection
- charged cell phone
After rain, forest and meadow trails may be damp or slippery. Families with strollers and guests with limited mobility should check the current trail conditions in advance. Although the official loop trails are described as accessible or stroller-friendly, this does not mean that every section of the trail is completely wheelchair accessible is.
Parking and Public Transportation
Parking is available at the Kirchschlag Elementary School and at the fire station. There is also a public restroom at the fire station.
Kirchschlag is generally accessible via regional bus routes as well. Since schedules are subject to change, we recommend checking the current schedule with the Verkehrsverbund Ost-Region before departure.
Other places to visit in the area
A visit to the Waldhof Chapel can be combined with other attractions:
- St. Hubertus Chapel
- Waldviertel Whiskey Experience
- Fire-Water-Garden Roggenreith
- Public Druid Playground
- Celtic Cycle of Life and the Tree of the Year
- The Origins of the Kleine Krems
- Shrine to the Blue Lord
- Historical Active Trail Kirchschlag
Our Tip from Anna and Herbert
Choose the Forest and Whiskey Trail if you’d like to combine a visit to the Waldhof Chapel with Roggenreith and the Whiskey Experience World. If you’d like to hike longer and also discover the source of the Kleine Krems, opt for the Source Trail.
Be sure to set aside a few extra minutes at the Waldhof Chapel. The bench under the tree is one of those simple spots where you can experience the Waldviertel in a particularly authentic way.
Vacation at the Gutenbrunn Vacation Rentals
After your hike, a cozy break awaits you in our vacation apartments in Gutenbrunn. Our apartments are an ideal starting point for hikes, chapel trails, and nature experiences in the southern Waldviertel.
We, Anna and Herbert, would be happy to help you choose a suitable hiking route.
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