--- title: Outing with the dog url: "https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog.html" image: "https://www.muehlviertel.at/fileadmin/user_upload/muehlviertel/bilder/Logos/Logo_Muehlviertel_Website_neu.png" date: 2025-04-24 modified: 2025-11-13 --- # Outing with the dog Discover the Mühlviertel - adventures for travellers with dogs ============================================================== Are you planning an unforgettable holiday with your dog? The **Mühlviertel** is known for its idyllic landscape and offers ideal conditions for a **relaxing and adventurous holiday with your dog**. From leisurely walks through the woods to exciting excursions into nature - enjoy time together with your faithful companion in one of Austria's most beautiful regions. Discover charming accommodation that welcomes your dog, as well as numerous [hiking trails](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/activities/hiking/all-hiking-trails.html) and [nature experiences](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/nature.html) that are just waiting to be explored together. Be inspired and experience unforgettable moments in the Mühlviertel! © Open copyright © Foto Hund (c) Walch Andreas Photographie Close copyright ![Ein braunschwarzer Hund sitzt auf einer Wiese und sieht direkt in die Kamera.](https://www.muehlviertel.at/fileadmin/_processed_/8/f/csm_Johannesweg_Juni_2022_-___248__2d39545db6.jpg "Foto Hund (c) Walch Andreas Photographie") Dog-friendly accommodation Dog-friendly accommodation Experience a wide selection of accommodation that will warmly welcome your four-legged friend: whether charming dog hotels, idyllic farms or cosy holiday flats - here you will find the perfect home for your holiday with your dog. [ To the accommodation ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/dog-friendly-accommodation.html) Dog-friendly accommodation - turn over the card © Open copyright © Rast auf einer Bank mit Hund (c) Walch Andreas Photographie Close copyright ![Eine Frau und ein Mann sitzen auf einer Bank und streicheln den Hund, der vor ihnen sitzt.](https://www.muehlviertel.at/fileadmin/_processed_/c/7/csm_Johannesweg_Juni_2022_-___332__0465a26bb6.jpg "Rast auf einer Bank mit Hund (c) Walch Andreas Photographie") Moments of pleasure with a dog Moments of pleasure with a dog Discover a variety of catering establishments in the Mühlviertel that welcome dogs with open arms. Let yourself be inspired by the Mühlviertel hospitality and culinary delights and spend unforgettable hours with your dog in the Mühlviertel. [ Catering establishme ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/dog-friendly-catering-establishments.html) Moments of pleasure with a dog - turn over the card © Open copyright © Foto: TVB Mühlviertel/Andreas Walch: Johannesweg Close copyright ![Eine Freundesgruppe, die gemeinsam am Johannesweg unterwegs ist und gerade den Rundweg auf der Burgruine Prandegg geht.](https://www.muehlviertel.at/fileadmin/_processed_/6/8/csm_JohanneswegBurgruinePrandeggRundwegWandergruppe_TVBMuehlviertelWalchAndreasPhotography_91d7ca0efd.jpg "Foto: TVB Mühlviertel/Andreas Walch: Johannesweg") Excursion tips Excursion tips Discover the most beautiful excursion destinations in the Mühlviertel, which offer unforgettable experiences for both you and your four-legged companion. [ To the excursion tip ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/excursions-with-a-dog.html) Excursion tips - turn over the card Bathing areas for dog owners ---------------------------- Discover the most beautiful bathing spots in the Mühlviertel, where ***dogs on a lead*** are welcome on a lead. A special highlight is the ***Rubner pond in Liebenau*****where you can swim together with your four-legged friend**. At the ***Ulrichsberg natural river pool*** there is a *sunbathing area where dogs are welcome*. Dogs are also allowed in the water here and upstream. © Open copyright © Copyright: FotoGrafik bruno haneder Close copyright ![Rubener pond near Tannermoor](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: FotoGrafik bruno haneder") Rubner pond in the Tannermoor nature reserve The Ruben pond [ Rubner Pond ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-poi/detail/430015221/rubner-teich-beim-tannermoor.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Marktgemeinde Rainbach im Mühlkreis Close copyright ![Rainbach leisure center](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Marktgemeinde Rainbach im Mühlkreis") Rainbach im Mühlkreis swimming pond Leisure facility for hot days... The approx. 20,000 m2 leisure facility with bathing lake, sunbathing lawn, children's playground, beach volleyball court and… [ Reinbach bathing pon ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-poi/detail/201871/recreational-center.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: TVB MV Alm Freistadt Close copyright ![Grünbach bathing pond](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: TVB MV Alm Freistadt") Grünbach bathing pond The Freiwaldteich is located in the centre of Grünbach. Right next to it is a playground that has been honoured by the Upper Austrian Family Card. … [ Grünbach bathing pon ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-poi/detail/202223/gruenbach-freiwaldteich-pond.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Gerald Hinterdorfer Close copyright ![Leopoldschlag bathing pond](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Gerald Hinterdorfer") Leopoldschlag swimming pond Improved water quality! Our own well supplies the bathing pond with water [ Leopoldschlag ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-poi/detail/200504/badeteich-leopoldschlag.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: OÖ Tourismus/Erber Close copyright ![Thury Valley](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: OÖ Tourismus/Erber") River bathing in the Thury Valley Experience refreshing moments while river bathing in the wild and romantic Thurytal valley. [ Thurytal bathing are ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-poi/detail/430015230/river-bathing-at-the-bathing-place-in-the-wild-and-romantic-thurytal.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Marktgemeinde Windhaag bei Freistadt Close copyright ![Swimming at the leisure pond](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Marktgemeinde Windhaag bei Freistadt") Recreational pond Windhaag Windhaag leisure centre - in a quiet and idyllic location [ To the leisure pond ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-poi/detail/201301/recreational-center-pond-windhaag.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: MVA_Haneder Bruno Close copyright ![Bad Zell, leisure pond](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: MVA_Haneder Bruno") Bad Zell leisure pond Beautifully landscaped natural pond [ Bad Zell ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-poi/detail/202431/lake-bad-zell.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: FotoGrafik bruno haneder Close copyright ![Klausteich\nPanorama_120x45](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: FotoGrafik bruno haneder") Klausteich The Klausteich pond in Linden was originally built to float timber, but today people mainly bathe on the south-east bank. [ To the Klausteich ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-poi/detail/200464/klausteich-pond.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Gemeinde Sandl Close copyright ![Rosenhof natural bathing pond](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Gemeinde Sandl") Rosenhof natural bathing pond A long walk in the shade of the trees or rather the sun on idyllic Rosenhofer pond - summer in Sandl has something to offer for everyone! … [ To the natural bathi ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-poi/detail/430000443/natural-pond.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Marktgemeindeamt Haslach an der Mühl Close copyright ![Kranzling am Morgen](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Marktgemeindeamt Haslach an der Mühl") Kranzling leisure centre Leisure centre in Haslach an der Mühl. [ To the leisure centr ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-poi/detail/430000826/recreational-center.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Verein Michö Close copyright ![Naturflussbad mit](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Verein Michö") Ulrichsberg natural river pool The Naturflussbad in Ulrichsberg is situated in a quiet location on the Große Mühl. [ To the natural river ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-poi/detail/430001216/ulrichsberg-natural-river-pool.html) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Offers for travelers with dogs ------------------------------ © Open copyright © Copyright: TVB Mühlviertler Alm Freistadt/Walch Andreas Photography Close copyright ![JohanneswegHerzogreitherfelsenFrauenGipfel03_TVBMuehlviertlerAlmFreistadtWalchAndreasPhotography.jpg](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "JohanneswegHerzogreitherfelsenFrauenGipfel03_TVBMuehlviertlerAlmFreistadtWalchAndreasPhotography.jpg | © Copyright: TVB Mühlviertler Alm Freistadt/Walch Andreas Photography") Package for the Way of St John **Unterweißenbach** Gathering power and energy in the wonderful hiking paradise of the Mühlviertler Alm - and being pamerped like royalty all the while. … **Time period:** 01.04.2026 - 30.11.2026 [ From € 399,00 ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-angebot/detail/10895/package-for-the-way-of-st-john.html) © Open copyright © Urheber: Sabine Kern (c) Sonja Stocker Close copyright ![Vacation with dog at Sabine Kern - Relaxing in the hanging lounger](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Vacation with dog at Sabine Kern - Relaxing in the hanging lounger | © Urheber: Sabine Kern (c) Sonja Stocker") 3 nights, vacation with your dog **Unterweißenbach** Enjoy the peace and quiet of nature! Ideal for dog owners, walking from the front door and swimming in the house pond! Beautiful hiking trails… **Time period:** 12.01.2026 - 03.01.2027 [ From € 278,00 ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-angebot/detail/11187/3-nights-vacation-with-your-dog.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: TVB Mühlviertler Alm Freistadt/Walch Andreas Photography Close copyright ![Haiderberg summit cross](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Haiderberg summit cross | © Copyright: TVB Mühlviertler Alm Freistadt/Walch Andreas Photography") Pilgrimage Days on the Johannesweg: 3 Days **Mönchdorf** Contentment, happiness, and health; friendship, family, and optimism—these are values that come to the forefront once again in these hectic… **Time period:** 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026 [ From € 269,50 ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-angebot/detail/2476/pilgrimage-days-on-the-johannesweg-3-days.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Familie Kern Close copyright ![Log cabin Kern](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Log cabin Kern | © Copyright: Familie Kern") 4-Day Johannesweg Hike - Leisurely Hiking Without Luggage **Kaltenberg** Enjoy a comfortable 4-day pilgrimage along the Johannesweg without carrying a lot of luggage. We’re located right in the center of Kaltenberg.… **Time period:** 02.03.2026 - 13.12.2026 [ From € 165,00 ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-angebot/detail/7881/4-day-johannesweg-hike-leisurely-hiking-without-luggage.html) © Open copyright © Urheber: www.wa-photography.com Copyright: TVB Mühlviertel | Andreas Walch Close copyright ![JohanneswegStation1JohannesbrunnenEngelskapellePierbach01_TVBMuehlviertelWalchAndreasPhotography](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "JohanneswegStation1JohannesbrunnenEngelskapellePierbach01_TVBMuehlviertelWalchAndreasPhotography | © Urheber: www.wa-photography.com Copyright: TVB Mühlviertel | Andreas Walch") Hiking on the Mühlviertler Alm "Johannesweg" **Weitersfelden** The first mention of an innkeeper at Weitersfelden No. 1 dates back to 1559 - since this time, the location has been run as a tavern or inn.… **Time period:** 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026 [ From € 210,00 ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-angebot/detail/11196/hiking-on-the-muehlviertler-alm-johannesweg.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Highland Farm Close copyright ![Highland Farm](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Highland Farm | © Copyright: Highland Farm") 4 Paws vacation **Liebenau** Are you looking for a quiet place to relax from the stress of everyday life? Preferably in the middle of nature? Then you've come to the right… **Time period:** 01.01.2026 - 30.12.2026 [ From € 40,00 ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-angebot/detail/10526/4-paws-vacation.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Familie Kern Close copyright ![Log cabin Kern](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Log cabin Kern | © Copyright: Familie Kern") 3 days Johannesweg - Leisurely hiking without luggage **Kaltenberg** Go on a 3-day pilgrimage along the Johannesweg in comfort and without much luggage. We are located directly in the center of Kaltenberg.… **Time period:** 02.03.2026 - 13.12.2026 [ From € 135,00 ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-angebot/detail/7883/3-days-johannesweg-leisurely-hiking-without-luggage.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Mühlviertler Alm Hawlan Close copyright ![Johanneswegkapelle und Johannesbrunnen](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Johanneswegkapelle und Johannesbrunnen | © Copyright: Mühlviertler Alm Hawlan") Package for the Way of St John **Unterweißenbach** Gathering power and energy in the wonderful hiking paradise of the Mühlviertler Alm - and being pamerped like royalty all the while. … **Time period:** 01.04.2026 - 30.11.2026 [ From € 225,00 ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-angebot/detail/5309/package-for-the-way-of-st-john.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: TVB Mühlviertler Alm Freistadt/Walch Andreas Photography Close copyright ![JohanneswegJohannesbrunnenEngelskapelleWanderer05_TVBMuehlviertlerAlmFreistadtWalchAndreasPhotography.jpg](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "JohanneswegJohannesbrunnenEngelskapelleWanderer05_TVBMuehlviertlerAlmFreistadtWalchAndreasPhotography.jpg | © Copyright: TVB Mühlviertler Alm Freistadt/Walch Andreas Photography") Package for the Way of St John **Unterweißenbach** Gathering power and energy in the wonderful hiking paradise of the Mühlviertler Alm - and being pamerped like royalty all the while. … **Time period:** 01.04.2026 - 30.11.2026 [ From € 349,00 ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-angebot/detail/2461/package-for-the-way-of-st-john.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Wanderreithof Kern Close copyright ![Lodge at Kern Sabine](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Lodge at Kern Sabine | © Copyright: Wanderreithof Kern") New Year's Eve with a dog **Unterweißenbach** Enjoy the peace and quiet of nature! Ideal for noise-sensitive dogs, go for a walk from the front door! Beautiful hiking trails (e.g. Tanner… **Time period:** 26.12.2026 - 02.01.2027 [ From € 680,00 ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-angebot/detail/11189/new-year-s-eve-with-a-dog.html) ![Golfball.jpg](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Golfball.jpg") Golf Safari in the Mühlviertel **St. Stefan-Afiesl** Play golf, relax, make new friends... welcome to the Golf Safari in the Mühlviertel! **Time period:** 01.05.2026 - 30.10.2026 [ From € 571,00 ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-angebot/detail/11344/golf-safari-in-the-muehlviertel.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: TVB Mühlviertler Alm Freistadt/Walch Andreas Photgraphy Close copyright ![Herzogreitherberg summit cross](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Herzogreitherberg summit cross | © Copyright: TVB Mühlviertler Alm Freistadt/Walch Andreas Photgraphy") Pilgrimage Days on the Johannesweg: 4 Days **Mönchdorf** Contentment, happiness, and health; friendship, family, and optimism—these are values that come to the forefront once again in these hectic… **Time period:** 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026 [ From € 349,50 ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-angebot/detail/4481/pilgrimage-days-on-the-johannesweg-4-days.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: TVB Mühlviertler Alm Freistadt/Walch Andreas Photography Close copyright ![Johannesweg Herzogreitherfelsen](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Johannesweg Herzogreitherfelsen | © Copyright: TVB Mühlviertler Alm Freistadt/Walch Andreas Photography") Package for the Way of St John **Unterweißenbach** Gathering power and energy in the wonderful hiking paradise of the Mühlviertler Alm - and being pamerped like royalty all the while. … **Time period:** 01.04.2026 - 30.11.2026 [ From € 306,00 ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-angebot/detail/5310/package-for-the-way-of-st-john.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: (c)HotelBergergut Close copyright ![csm_BERGERGUT_Babymoon_1_fcd2cb0420](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "csm_BERGERGUT_Babymoon_1_fcd2cb0420 | © Copyright: (c)HotelBergergut") Babymoon.time **St. Stefan-Afiesl** But before baby dominates not just the moonlit nights but your whole life, it's time for some luxurious togetherness. Pampering program for… **Time period:** 10.02.2026 - 22.12.2026 [ From € 804,00 ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/outing-with-the-dog/oesterreich-angebot/detail/9560/babymoon-time.html) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Further recommendations [ ![Eine Frau und ein Mann stehen vor einer Burgbauer und streicheln ihren Hund, der am Boden vor ihnen sitzt.](https://www.muehlviertel.at/fileadmin/_processed_/b/9/csm_Johannesweg_Juni_2022_-___261__cb2ec4fa9a.jpg "Ausflug zur Burguine Prandegg mit Hund (c) Walch Andreas Photographie") Hiking trails ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/activities/hiking/all-hiking-trails.html) © Open copyright © Ausflug zur Burguine Prandegg mit Hund (c) Walch Andreas Photographie Close copyright [ ![Bogenschießen in Freistadt](https://www.muehlviertel.at/fileadmin/_processed_/9/9/csm_Bogenschie%C3%9Fen_TVBMuehlviertelKernmayer12_1a6eaf6c7d.jpg "Foto TVB Mühlviertel/Johannes Kernmayer/Kernmayer Photography") Archery ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/activities/archery.html) © Open copyright © Foto TVB Mühlviertel/Johannes Kernmayer/Kernmayer Photography Close copyright [ ![Bilck auf den Rubnerteich am Morgen](https://www.muehlviertel.at/fileadmin/_processed_/0/b/csm_MuehlviertelLiebenauTannermoorRubnerteichWaldWasser_OberoesterreichTourismusGmbHMartinFickert_49e5c35658.jpg "Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Martin Fickert: Blick auf den Rubnerteich am Morgen") Natural treasures ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/excursion-tips/nature.html) © Open copyright © Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Martin Fickert: Blick auf den Rubnerteich am Morgen Close copyright Things to know about travelling with a dog in the Mühlviertel ------------------------------------------------------------- [ Where must dogs be muzzled or kept on a lead? ](#ttgNCECollapse383659) --------------------------------------------------------------------------- All dogs must be kept on a lead or muzzled in public places in the local area. Dogs must be kept on a lead and muzzled if the situation requires it or in large gatherings of people such as shopping centres, leisure and amusement parks, events or bathing facilities during the bathing season, as well as in childcare facilities such as schools, kindergartens and after-school care centres, and on public transport. [ Is it permitted to let a dog run free in the forest, or is it compulsory to keep it on a lead? ](#ttgNCECollapse383661) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The leash and muzzle requirement is generally limited to public areas within the local area. This obligation also applies at certain neuralgic points such as public transport, educational institutions, designated children's playgrounds, restaurants and large gatherings of people, for example in shopping centres, leisure parks, bathing facilities during the season and at events. Certain dog breeds and conspicuous dogs must be kept on a lead and muzzled in all publicly accessible places that can be used by everyone under the same conditions. As the forest is generally open for recreational purposes, dogs must be kept on a lead and muzzled if necessary or if they belong to special breeds. Irrespective of this, every dog should be supervised in such a way that neither people nor animals are endangered. The person walking the dog is always responsible for its behaviour. It is generally recommended that dogs are kept on a lead, as their hunting instinct can easily be triggered by wild animals. [ Do I have to clean up my dog's faeces? ](#ttgNCECollapse383660) -------------------------------------------------------------------- Anyone with a dog must immediately remove and dispose of the dog's faeces left behind in public places in the local area. Dog faeces should also be removed outside the local area (meadows, fields and forests) as it is harmful to cattle and deer, etc. [ Are dogs allowed in pubs and similar establishments? ](#ttgNCECollapse383662) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The operator of a catering establishment has the freedom to decide for themselves which people are allowed access and whether dogs are permitted, as well as in which areas they are allowed to stay. If dogs are allowed in restaurants, they must be kept on a lead and wear a muzzle.