Record SL-476907 · Wikidata Q1785452
Plainberg
No list classifications
Elevation
549
m
1,801 ft
Prominence
109 m
Isolation
1.7 km
Coordinates
47.8375° N,
13.0443° E
Grid ref
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Description
WikipediaThe Plainberg is a 549 m (1,801 ft) hill located primarily in the municipality of Bergheim, north of the city of Salzburg, Austria. It forms part of the Flyschzone, which lies north of the Alps, and is believed to have been inhabited since prehistoric times. The hill holds particular significance as the site of the Maria Plain pilgrimage church, considered the most important pilgrimage destination in the Salzburg region. The Plainberg also serves as a local recreation area and a popular destination for residents of the surrounding area. Nearly the entire hill is designated as a protected landscape area.
Best months
Hiking score 0–100 · 10-yr climate averagesRows beneath each bar: mean temperature, monthly precipitation. Highest-scoring month in red.
Neighbouring summits
| Name | Elevation | Bearing | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hochgitzen | 676 m | N 340° | 2.2 km |
| Lieferinger Hügel | 434 m | SW 241° | 3.1 km |
| Muntigler Hügel | 453 m | NW 306° | 3.3 km |
| Sandkuchl | 588 m | N 350° | 3.5 km |
| Kapuzinerberg | 640 m | S 164° | 3.7 km |
| Mönchsberg Nord | 483 m | S 188° | 4.0 km |
Routes of ascent
| Route | Network | Distance | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Innviertler Jakobsweg | rwn | 377.8 km | — |