Circular & Themed hike: Schwendau "Der Burgschrofen"

The Burgschrofen in the rear Zillertal is a place full of myths and mysteries – with tales of devils, knights, and hidden treasures. Explore the themed trail in Schwendau and uncover whether a castle once stood here, revealing the secrets of this fascinating location.

Description

Burgschrofen – a distinctive hill on the valley floor in the Upper Zillertal, comparible to a volcanic island emerging from the ocean. Since time immemorial, the protected landscape of Burgschrofen (also known as Burgstallschrofen) has been swathed in legend, myth and history, as well as interesting botany and geology.

There are tales of the devil, plundering knights, a great treasure and people being forced into exile. It remains a mystery to this day as to who once lived on Burgschrofen Hill and which buildings were actually located here. At the heart of all the research, a recurring question crops up: did a castle once stand here? You will discover the diversity of this striking location and find answers to many questions on the themed circular trail in Schwendau in Zillertal.