Grillenparz, Mountain summit in Oberschlierbach, Austria
Grillenparz is a mountain summit in the Upper Austrian Foothills region, standing at approximately 842 meters. The ascent alternates between forest sections, meadows, gravel paths, and occasional paved terrain.
The mountain stands in a region shaped by rural building traditions over many centuries. A protected monument called Schmikingergut sits at the northern base, representing important architectural heritage of Upper Austria.
The mountain draws its name from a cricket species native to the region and holds meaning as a familiar landmark in local geography. The paths that cross its slopes represent how people in the area have moved through and used this land for generations.
The hike starts from Schlierbach village and takes about two hours total, covering roughly 6.5 kilometers with an elevation gain of around 400 meters. The route is marked and accessible to anyone with basic fitness, though good hiking boots are recommended.
Multiple webcams positioned around the peak stream live images of weather and landscape views to help visitors plan their hikes. This real-time connection lets people observe conditions before starting their walk up the mountain.
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