Place of power Steinberg am Rofan
Nestled amidst breathtaking natural beauty, Steinberg am Rofan boasts one of the most enchanting hidden gems in the Achensee region. Crafted from local larch wood, the viewing platform offers an exceptional vantage point over completely unspoilt nature. From here, visitors can enjoy a unique view of a dramatic three-stepped waterfall. Right alongside it, the waters of the Steinberger Ache rush through a spectacular gorge, creating a majestic natural backdrop that is one of the region’s most secluded highlights.
Steinberg am Rofan's unique place of power is a deeply rewarding excursion. It can be ideally combined with a hiking or (e-)mountain bike tour in the Achensee region.
The view from this ledge is incredible: to the east, you can see a three-tiered waterfall; to the south, a towering rock face featuring a 60-metre-long tunnel and a lonely pine tree at the top; and nearby, the Steinberger Ache plunging into a deep gorge, creating a unique natural backdrop.
The Österreichische Bundesforste is a state-owned company responsible for the conservation, protection and management of natural resources such as forests, lakes and mountains, which cover about a tenth of the country. Their core principle is sustainability, ensuring that they only take from nature what can regenerate itself. For more information, visit bundesforste.at.
Idea & Development
From a hidden vantage point to a place of power in Steinberg am Rofan. After discovering a secluded rocky outcrop, ÖBf District Manager Gerald Siebenhofer found himself continually drawn back to this unique location in Steinberg am Rofan. The absolute tranquility, breathtaking views, and untouched natural surroundings ultimately inspired him to make the site accessible to the public. Brought to life in close collaboration with the Achensee Tourist Board, the vision became a reality in the spring of 2024. Over the course of four months, skilled ÖBf staff meticulously crafted a viewing platform out of local larch wood, complete with inviting integrated benches, right on federal forest land. Today, the Steinberg place of power stands out as one of the Achensee region’s most magical vantage points - a true hidden gem that invites visitors to linger, unwind, and recharge their batteries in the heart of nature.
The Steinberg forest district is part of the Oberinntal forestry operations of the Bundesforste and includes parts of Brandenberg, Achenkirch, and especially Steinberg am Rofan. Covering an area of about 7,500 hectares, the equivalent of 10,000 football fields, the district encompasses a varied landscape including commercial forests, protection forests, and approximately 2,900 hectares of rocky areas and mountain pines. The Steinberger Ache, which drains the Rofan mountains, is an important natural resource for the district.
