Discover Oberau: Church, Farmhouse and Family Experiences

Oberau offers several distinct ways to enjoy a holiday: a Baroque parish church with a striking tower, a preserved farmhouse in the mountain farming museum, a trail with bronze stations, and options for swimming and exercise. For families, this selection offers a variety of ideas for days out. You can focus on culture and history or choose from the trail and leisure activities specifically described as family-friendly.

Baroque Church with a Long History

The Catholic parish church of St. Margaret in Oberau is a Baroque church with a 52-metre-high tower and is considered a landmark of the valley. The parish church was first mentioned in 1394. Its early mention and Baroque appearance illuminate different aspects of its history: the written record and the architecture. An inventory of historic monuments dated 28 May 2024 lists the church as protected by a statutory order.

If you are interested in church architecture and local history, the parish church offers a specific point of interest. The tall tower and its classification as a Baroque church provide a clear architectural context; the year 1394 adds an early historical reference. This makes it possible to connect a visit with a particular theme, even if you are looking for more than just a single attraction.

A Farmhouse and Two Dates

At the z'Bach Mountain Farming Museum, you can see an authentically preserved farmhouse. It dates from 1795 and was converted into the present-day mountain farming museum in 1997. The two dates refer to different stages: 1795 to the farmhouse, and 1997 to its conversion into a museum. This distinction in time helps you differentiate between the preserved building and its later role as a museum.

For travellers interested in rural architecture and history, the farmhouse offers a tangible introduction to mountain farming life. The dates provide a specific context for exploring the subject, without requiring extensive prior knowledge. Together with the church architecture, it offers a cultural perspective distinct from the active leisure activities.

The St. Francis Trail and Summer Outings

The St. Francis Trail incorporates nine bronze stations into the landscape. In summer, it is suitable for families, including those with small children and pushchairs, as well as wheelchair users. Its suitability is therefore clearly limited to the summer season and is described with a range of family needs in mind. If you are looking for a trail with a specific theme, it offers a concrete alternative to visiting a church or museum.

The heated Wildschönau outdoor swimming pool lies between Oberau and Niederau, along the easy St. Francis walking trail. For a day of swimming, the outdoor pool in Oberau offers a children's playground, a water slide and a volleyball court. As details of the facilities may change, check them before your visit. The different options appeal to different interests: the water slide, playground and volleyball each add their own focus to a day out together.

Coaster or Easy Slopes

There are other options for active days, too. Drachental Family Park offers the Drachenflitzer Alpine Coaster. The Schiesshüttl lifts in Oberau have easy slopes suitable for children and beginners. This lets you choose between a coaster attraction and slopes specifically classified as easy, rather than treating all the activities as alike.

When looking for a holiday apartment in Oberau, it is worth deciding what you want to focus on during your trip first. The St. Francis Trail is specifically described as a summer option for families, small children, pushchair users and wheelchair users; the Schiesshüttl lifts offer easy slopes for children and beginners. This comparison can help you plan your holiday around your preferred activity. The church and mountain farming museum offer a separate cultural focus.

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