Four Hour Mountain Hike

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I thought we were taking a stroll through the woods. That was my suggestion. I dutifully put on my hiking shoes and we set off. We descended 250 metres to a small lake, the highlight for me was walking through an Austrian farm. At the lake we stopped for cake and coffee in a quaint hamlet. Yes, it was good to see the country side. Then we began the long climb back up 250 metres on endless switch-back roads that rose above the large lake below. What a workout! I will not feel guilty sitting four hours on a train tomorrow. It was lovely walking through the mountain forests. We found a large mushroom that is one of the best kinds. I think we are having it with supper tonight.

Later, we did have the mushroom as a starter for supper and it was delicious.

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Photos

Our destination
Walking down to this lake

Map
We descended 250 metres using old trails in the woods

Worn down
Can you see how deep this track has been worn down over time?

Austrian barn
Love the look of it

Roman
Protection against building fires

Cellar below
Where they make cider from plums and pears.

Edge of lake
We had to walk around to the hamlet on other side

Nice B&B overlooking the lake
With a cafe

Apricot cake with coffee
Just the right nourishment needed for the return hike

Name of lake
And what fish

Religious relic
A cross was erected in 1600s, more later, then some one built this sturdy structure to protect sacred space