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A trip on the Gisela (the oldest coal-fired paddle steamer in the world) is certainly a unique attraction in Gmunden. The 52-meter (170-foot) long Gisela was built in Vienna and then taken apart and transported to the Traunsee, where it was reassembled for its maiden voyage in 1872. It has been ploughing through the waters of the Traunsee ever since.
The Gisela even transported Emperor Franz Joseph to his cool summer retreat in the heart of the Salzkammergut region every year. (Gisela, not coincidentally, was the name of his first daughter.) In fact, the Habsburgs used it as a transport link between Vienna and Salzburg--at the time there were no roads between Gmunden and Bad Ischl--and an especially luxurious "Kaiserkabine" (Emperor's Cabin) was designed for their exclusive use.
It seemed in 1980 that the Gisela was soomed to an ignoble death as, dilapidated and rusting, it appeared in imminent danger of breaking up. Only an initiative of the Association of fFriends of Gmunden saved it fromt he scrap heap. First of all the ship was declared an historic moument. Later, when the necessary funds were allocated, it was restored to its original grandeur. My brother-in-law worked on rebuilding the engine in the mid-80's. He and his fellow students at the time, were assigned this task in their engineering department.
Updated Apr 4, 2011
Address: Traungasse 12a, A - 4810 Gmunden
Phone: +43 (0)7612/66700
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Traunsee is my favorite lake in Austria because there are so many nice mountains around. Gmunden is a nice village and on the townhall there are bells, making a melody several times every day, that is nice. I also like the old steam-boat on Traunsee, it is called Gisela.
Written Apr 20, 2010
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Do not miss looking at this beautiful building in the town square. It is the Rathaus - Town Hall, and is the third in Gmunden's history.
The Town Hall (1756) with its beautiful stucco decoration, was once the centre of the salt trade. Above the second story there is the town's coat of arms, displaying the major characteristics of Gmunden, such as fish, a salt container, a mountain a green lake and a salt boat. Right at the top there is a clock flanked buy the red, white, red shield and the coat of arms of Upper Austria and the imperial double eagle.
Updated Aug 11, 2008
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The Schiller Linde Baum (Schiller Basswood tree) is one of the most prominent trees along Gmunden's Esplanade and has special significance. I photographed it in the winter, and as such, I'll have to go back in summer to get a picture of it in bloom. There is an inscriptoin at the base of the tree which reads, "Was auch draus werde -steh' zu deinem Volk, Es ist dein angeborner Platz", which means, roughly translated, whatever happens, be true to your people, this is the place of your birth. It also states that the tree was planted in 1905.
Updated Jan 3, 2005
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This is one of the most popular summer resorts in the Salzkammergut, perched on the northern rim of the Traunsee with pine-green mountains forming the backdrop. Gmunden is located 169km (105 miles) southwest of Vienna, 40km (25 miles) southwest of Linz, and 76km (47 miles) northeast of Salzburg.
The lake beaches are some of the best in the whole area, and in summer you can enjoy a wide variety of lakeside activities, from swimming and sailing to windsurfing and water-skiing, as well as tennis and horseback riding. For the experienced, it's also possible to do a little mountain climbing. For those in the mood for less strenuous activity, there are folkloric performances and discos, or you can just relax in a wine tavern or an outdoor cafe. The tourist office will supply details.
Updated Feb 14, 2004
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Chestnut trees line the mile-long, traffic-free Esplanade, the town's chief attraction. You can walk from Rathausplatz (Town Hall Square) to the Strandbad (Lakeside Beach), watching the many majestic swans glide serenely along the lake. In days of yore, emperors, kings, and members of the aristocracy strolled along the Esplanade and in the town's park, just as you can do today. The Welfen from Hannover, Württembergs, Bourbons, and archdukes of Austria favored Gmunden as a pleasure ground, as did Franz Schubert, Friedrich Hebbel, and Johannes Brahms, among others.
Written Feb 14, 2004
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The Marktplatz has a number of small shops and restaurants that are also worth visiting. Some are just your typical non-touristy shops, and then you have more restaurants to choose from. You can park your car here if you can find parking. I would just leave it at the parking garage and walk it.
Updated Nov 1, 2003
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One of many attractions in Gmunden is the Parish Church which houses the Schwanthaler Altar. I unfortunately do not know much about the history of this church and the Schwanthaler Altar.
I can however attest to it's simplistic beauty. Be sure to pay it a visit.
Written Nov 1, 2003
Address: Kirchenplatz 5, A-4810 Gmunden, Austria
Phone: +43 (7612) 77670
Website: http://www.dioezese-linz.at
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The Rathaus (city hall) of Gmunden is certainly not the most spectacular in Austria, but it has it's own unique qualities that makes it special. Its bright green pastel color allow it to stand out making it visible and easily identifiable from across the lake or from a boat.
Also, a special set of bells adorns the foward facade of the building. These bells are made of the famous ceramic of Gmunden.
Written Nov 1, 2003
Address: Rathausplatz 1, 4810 Gmunden, Austria
Phone: +43 (7612) 64305
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The origins of when this castle was built are still unknown, but the tower has been documented as early as 1092 a.d. In 1626, the building was partially destroyed during the War of Farmers and in 1634, destroyed further by fire. The edifice was however restored during the same century.
The building is shaped like a triangle with a well in the center. The property includes an arcaded courtyard and a small chapel that has become a popular place to get married.
It was built on an aritifical island which juts out into the lake. The Seeschloss Orth is linked to the Landschloss Orth by a 130 meter (425 feet) long wooden foot bridge. It is clearly visible from the Esplanade and forms a fine picture on anyone's camera.
It has achieved recent fame through being portrayed as a hotel in a German sitcom called Schlosshotel Orth. Fans of the series often ask to stay there, though they are no bedrooms.
Written Oct 4, 2003
Website: http://www.traunsee.at
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This is Schloss Orth, set in the lake Traunsee, connected by a wooden bridge. This beautiful castle was founded in 1080 by Hartnidus of Ort. Gmunden is famour for it's Ceramics, with its distinct......
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