--- title: Liebenau url: "https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort/detail/430000948/liebenau.html" description: "Nature Jewel LiebenauExperience nature in and around LIEBENAUIn the north-east of the Mühlviertel - on the border to the Waldviertel - lies the municipality of Liebenau on a high plateau.the municipality of Liebenau with its numerous natural jewels. At an altitude of 970 m above sea level, it has the highest village centre inAt 76 km\", it is also the largest municipality in the Mühlviertel in terms of area." date: 2025-02-03 modified: 2026-03-02 --- # Liebenau Liebenau ========== Liebenau, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/298062/C65E9F2FEC8DFFB2C6F5504D55A33579B59BF2E6E061827E0AC475B052A2B9DC/gipfelkreuz-der-jankusmauer-in-liebenstein.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/298063/C1D9121DBBEA57EA34CABECAF853D41C7DB18D5931AF7938072055FAEDC08C71/moor-liebenau.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/298064/0EE0E6277870C3F7053FAC9A732468E197F05F89557967B079BB658E58E9C8E4/fuchsenlucka.jpg) © Open copyright © FotoGrafik-bruno-haneder Close copyright [ ![Summit cross of the Jankusmauer. The Jankusmauer is a legendary, large granite formation on the northern edge of the village of Liebenau (municipality of Liebenau).](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298062/C65E9F2FEC8DFFB2C6F5504D55A33579B59BF2E6E061827E0AC475B052A2B9DC/gipfelkreuz-der-jankusmauer-in-liebenstein.jpg "© FotoGrafik-bruno-haneder") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298062/C65E9F2FEC8DFFB2C6F5504D55A33579B59BF2E6E061827E0AC475B052A2B9DC/gipfelkreuz-der-jankusmauer-in-liebenstein.jpg) © Open copyright © Mühlviertler Alm Close copyright [ ![Moor Liebenau](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298063/C1D9121DBBEA57EA34CABECAF853D41C7DB18D5931AF7938072055FAEDC08C71/moor-liebenau.jpg "© Mühlviertler Alm") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298063/C1D9121DBBEA57EA34CABECAF853D41C7DB18D5931AF7938072055FAEDC08C71/moor-liebenau.jpg) © Open copyright © FotoGrafik bruno haneder Close copyright [ ![A granite formation in Liebenau](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298064/0EE0E6277870C3F7053FAC9A732468E197F05F89557967B079BB658E58E9C8E4/fuchsenlucka.jpg "© FotoGrafik bruno haneder") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298064/0EE0E6277870C3F7053FAC9A732468E197F05F89557967B079BB658E58E9C8E4/fuchsenlucka.jpg) © Open copyright © FotoGrafik bruno haneder Close copyright [ ![Jankus wall in Liebenstein (Liebenau)](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/215402/A7C7D29D914B107055AADFFEAB7E697986493EE73C2A8F4251F7FB8065AF67F8/jankusmauer-in-liebenstein-liebenau.jpg "© FotoGrafik bruno haneder") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/215402/A7C7D29D914B107055AADFFEAB7E697986493EE73C2A8F4251F7FB8065AF67F8/jankusmauer-in-liebenstein-liebenau.jpg) © Open copyright © FotoGrafik bruno haneder Close copyright [ ![The Jankusmauer is a legendary, large granite formation on the northern edge of the village of Liebenau (municipality of Liebenau).](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298065/6FCE2310239796B9B27E3E632650D475298F80EA38596E3B008FB783977E45B7/jankusmauer-in-liebenstein.jpg "© FotoGrafik bruno haneder") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298065/6FCE2310239796B9B27E3E632650D475298F80EA38596E3B008FB783977E45B7/jankusmauer-in-liebenstein.jpg) © Open copyright © TTG Tourismus Technologie Close copyright [ ![Liebenau landscape photograph](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298066/F6BD5691E18DF4C39598F675811813E3A08EB96C89133A025F867AC91C956F53/liebenau-landschaftsaufnahme.jpg "© TTG Tourismus Technologie") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298066/F6BD5691E18DF4C39598F675811813E3A08EB96C89133A025F867AC91C956F53/liebenau-landschaftsaufnahme.jpg) © Open copyright © FotoGrafik bruno haneder Close copyright [ ![Playground in Liebenau](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298067/C1DA04872256D25B54C8330A5F05792B753DB662A7D3637B46482B6CA8497590/spielplatz-in-liebenau.jpg "© FotoGrafik bruno haneder") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298067/C1DA04872256D25B54C8330A5F05792B753DB662A7D3637B46482B6CA8497590/spielplatz-in-liebenau.jpg) © Open copyright © Flyphoto Baumgartner Close copyright [ ![Photograph of the Liebenau municipal area.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/250555/A83419CE9386CB5E693A85FB16ADACE1AABA3EB32AC04F2D767C82153B65FD0C/blick-richtung-liebenau.jpg "© Flyphoto Baumgartner") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/250555/A83419CE9386CB5E693A85FB16ADACE1AABA3EB32AC04F2D767C82153B65FD0C/blick-richtung-liebenau.jpg) © Open copyright © Marktgemeinde Liebenau_FotoGrafik_bruno_haneder. Close copyright [ ![View of the Rubener pond in the Tannermoor nature reserve.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/250554/157B765C5FCD6D0536F7EFBC7F9B4FF7DF5B79663989B77D8E7ABA0ABC83309E/rubener-teich-beim-tannermoor.jpg "© Marktgemeinde Liebenau_FotoGrafik_bruno_haneder.") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/250554/157B765C5FCD6D0536F7EFBC7F9B4FF7DF5B79663989B77D8E7ABA0ABC83309E/rubener-teich-beim-tannermoor.jpg) © Open copyright © Gemeinde Liebenau Close copyright [ ![A large granite formation in the Tannermoor nature reserve.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/250547/B0AE0A5D6CF76A984B631FF60A79F8495173398328450039A56D22585FD0AFE5/lehrmuellermauern-tannermoor.jpg "© Gemeinde Liebenau") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/250547/B0AE0A5D6CF76A984B631FF60A79F8495173398328450039A56D22585FD0AFE5/lehrmuellermauern-tannermoor.jpg) © Open copyright © Marktgemeinde Liebenau_FotoGrafik_bruno_haneder Close copyright [ ![View of the Rubener pond in the Tannermoor nature reserve.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/250549/8730DC3920624B1311DFF7F74813E43D65F39AE226E85276D7595E6E2E007F99/rubener-teich-beim-tannermoor.jpg "© Marktgemeinde Liebenau_FotoGrafik_bruno_haneder") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/250549/8730DC3920624B1311DFF7F74813E43D65F39AE226E85276D7595E6E2E007F99/rubener-teich-beim-tannermoor.jpg) © Open copyright © FotoGrafik-bruno-haneder Close copyright [ ![Wachtstein Liebenau](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/240431/971E1A90A372C7D0782AA820639D292164BD94C7378B8B5A17E61BB37987518A/wachtstein-liebenau.jpg "© FotoGrafik-bruno-haneder") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/240431/971E1A90A372C7D0782AA820639D292164BD94C7378B8B5A17E61BB37987518A/wachtstein-liebenau.jpg) © Open copyright © Gemeindeamt Liebenau Close copyright [ ![Winter view](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/198290/50C9A213331238414ED32EF15C36FB7551359A8362B4AC0EDE4C7F18C5D3C494/ortsansicht-winter.jpg "© Gemeindeamt Liebenau") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/198290/50C9A213331238414ED32EF15C36FB7551359A8362B4AC0EDE4C7F18C5D3C494/ortsansicht-winter.jpg) © Open copyright © Gemeinde Liebenau Close copyright [ ![View of the town - 4 Jan. 2011 (100)](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298068/CA232F67A940779D30493F3055886CF235DADDBFA8B185F915BCEFFB17D256A9/ortsansicht-4-jaen-2011-100.jpg "© Gemeinde Liebenau") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298068/CA232F67A940779D30493F3055886CF235DADDBFA8B185F915BCEFFB17D256A9/ortsansicht-4-jaen-2011-100.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Liebenau 41 4252 Liebenau [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Liebenau%2041%2C%204252%20Liebenau "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Liebenau%2041%2C%204252%20Liebenau "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=48.532407435270635&lon=14.806995391845712&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) **Nature Jewel Liebenau** *Experience nature in and around LIEBENAU* In the north-east of the Mühlviertel - on the border to the Waldviertel - lies the municipality of Liebenau on a high plateau. the municipality of Liebenau with its numerous natural jewels. At an altitude of 970 m above sea level, it has the highest village centre in At 76 km", it is also the largest municipality in the Mühlviertel in terms of area. Liebenau is embedded in the picturesque, north-eastern Mühlviertel region, at the elevation of 967 m above sea level. The town covers a total area of 76 km² and is, therefore, Mühlviertel´s largest town in size. Liebenau and its beautiful surroundings are covered with deep green woods and make a perfect excursion site for families, hikers, walkers, cyclists and mountain bikers. Horseback riding fans find everything their heart could possibly desire for unforgettable days in Liebenau. And the recently renovated and enlarged recreational center awaits all sports fans. Choose from a whole range of cultural highlights and events characterized by the region´s traditional hospitality and friendliness. Spend the most beautiful days of the year among friends in a very special ambiance. Countless inns and pubs serve regional specialties and culinary delights. We are looking forward to welcoming you soon to Upper Austria´s highest town - overlooking the gorgeous Mühlviertler Alm region! [ Facts ](#ttgCollapseDatenFakten) ------------------------------------ - 1.600Inhabitants - 76 km²Area - 970 - 1044 m ASLElevation - 48.53, 14.81GPS coordinates [ What’s on in Liebenau ](#ttgCollapseDetailinformationen) ------------------------------------------------------------ [Accommodations](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-unterkuenfte/detail/430000948/liebenau/unterkuenfte.html) [Event centres](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-locations/detail/430000948/liebenau/veranstaltungszentren.html) [Gastronomy](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-gastronomie/detail/430000948/liebenau.html) [Tours](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-touren/detail/430000948/liebenau.html) [Events](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-veranstaltungen/detail/430000948/liebenau.html) [Packages](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-angebote/detail/430000948/liebenau.html) [ Shopping 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](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- Top highlights ---------------- [ © Open copyright © Copyright: Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Martin Fickert Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/215362/95FE2F5F624E769CA0C879C060283689F623D8EAF83014592067743F995031E6/muehlviertelliebenautannermoorrubnerteichoberoesterreichtourismusgmbhmartinfickert-jpg.jpg "MuehlviertelLiebenauTannermoorRubnerteich_OberoesterreichTourismusGmbHMartinFickert.jpg (© Copyright: Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Martin Fickert)") Tannermoor ](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/430026524/tannermoor.html) [ © Open copyright © Copyright: OberoesterreichTourismusGmbHMartinFickertTVB Mühlviertel Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/235269/3127C7084ADFFA5116AB7BD5E6D5ED4C5D8EE7F843F7327ABE998F8E7880365D/muehlviertel-liebenau-tannermoor-rubnerteich.jpg "Muehlviertel Liebenau Tannermoor Rubnerteich (© Copyright: OberoesterreichTourismusGmbHMartinFickertTVB 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