Pilgrimage in Austria
Austria's most important pilgrimage destination is Mariazell in Styria, which routes reach from several directions. Camino routes also cross the whole country from east to west. The routes are often alpine, and the infrastructure of inns and huts is good.
5 routes in Austria
| Route | Length | Duration | Difficulty | Best time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Via Romea Germanica | around 2,200 km | about 3 months | moderate | May to October |
| Munich Way of St James | around 300 km | about 2 weeks | moderate | May to October |
| St Benedict's Way in Austria (Benediktweg) | 256 to 315 km depending on the source | 11 to 15 days | hard | May to October |
| Way of St James in the Bohemian Forest | around 142 km | about 1 week | moderate | May to October |
| Via Sacra to Mariazell | around 120 km | about 4 days | hard | May to October |
Via Romea Germanica
around 2,200 km, about 3 months
Munich Way of St James
around 300 km, about 2 weeks
Via Sacra to Mariazell
around 120 km, about 4 days
St Benedict's Way in Austria (Benediktweg)
256 to 315 km depending on the source, 11 to 15 days
Way of St James in the Bohemian Forest
around 142 km, about 1 week
Frequently asked questions
What pilgrimage routes are there in Austria?
On this page you will find 5 routes and places in Austria, for example Via Romea Germanica, Munich Way of St James, Via Sacra to Mariazell, St Benedict's Way in Austria (Benediktweg), Way of St James in the Bohemian Forest.
What is the longest pilgrimage route in Austria?
Of the routes presented here, Via Romea Germanica is the longest: around 2,200 km, duration about 3 months.
What is the shortest pilgrimage route in Austria?
The shortest here is Via Sacra to Mariazell at around 120 km, duration about 4 days.