Gams bei Hieflau Travel Guide

City Styrian municipality in central Austria

Tucked into the Enns valley near Hieflau, Gams attracts hikers and kayakers drawn to Gesäuse’s limestone peaks and rapids; expect alpine pasture farms, simple taverns serving smoked trout and hearty stews.

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Costs
$70-$110 / day
Expect $70-$110 daily typical for rural Styrian settlements.
Safety
Very safe
Very safe; remote mountain‑valley environment with low crime.
Best Time
May-September
May-September offers best access for hiking, rafting and alpine activities.
In This Guide
Local Time
9:03 AM
GMT+2
Weather
Overcast 45°F
Overcast
Population
517
Infrastructure & Convenience
Rural roads and limited transit; equipment rentals available in nearby towns for outdoor sports.
Popularity
Attracts outdoor enthusiasts and whitewater lovers; otherwise very quiet.
Known For
proximity to Gesäuse, Enns river rapids, hiking, mountain scenery, alpine forests, outdoor sports
Gams bei Hieflau sits close to the Gesäuse area, known for dramatic river canyons and whitewater.

Why Visit Gams bei Hieflau? #

Gams bei Hieflau sits where river valleys meet alpine slopes, appealing to visitors who favor active countryside escapes. Mountain trails and river walks offer straightforward access to Styrian scenery, and rustic mountain huts serve up filling local dishes flavored with Kürbiskernöl. The area’s rhythm is defined by outdoor pursuits - hiking, fishing and seasonal festivals - rather than ornate sights, ideal for travelers seeking low-key nature time.

Best Things to Do in Gams bei Hieflau

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Ybbs
1
Ybbs
Small Austrian town on the Danube River
Stream
Gesäuse National Park
2
Gesäuse National Park
Austrian national park with dramatic limestone gorges
National Park
Kalkalpen National Park
3
Kalkalpen National Park
Austrian national park protecting extensive mixed beech-fir forests
National Park
Ennstal Alps
4
Ennstal Alps
Austrian Alps subrange with popular hiking and skiing
Mountains
Admont Abbey
5
Admont Abbey
Benedictine monastery renowned for its historic Baroque library
Religious Site
Erzberg mine
6
Erzberg mine
Massive open-pit iron ore mine in Styria.
Mountain
Hochtor
7
Hochtor
High mountain pass in Gesäuse range, scenic views
Mountain
Dürrenstein (Austria)
8
Dürrenstein (Austria)
Austrian mountain peak in the Ybbstal Alps
Mountain

Gams bei Hieflau Bucket List

Best Time to Visit Gams bei Hieflau #

Gams bei Hieflau lies higher in Styria's alpine foothills, meaning colder winters and cool summers. The best time to visit is summer for alpine hikes and waterfall views.

Winter
December - February · -10°C - 0°C (14°F - 32°F)
Alpine winters bring heavy snow and cold-fantastic for serious winter sports, but prepare for limited daylight and winter driving.
Spring
March - May · -2°C - 10°C (28°F - 50°F)
Late thaw with chilly mornings; lower trails green up first while higher routes remain snowy into May.
Summer
June - August · 8°C - 20°C (46°F - 68°F)
Cool, refreshing summers ideal for alpine hiking, waterfalls and fewer bugs-bring layers for chilly evenings.

Best Time to Visit Gams bei Hieflau #

Climate

Gams bei Hieflau's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (854 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
-23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6° – 1°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-5° – 4°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

3°
Feels Like Cold
3°C
Temperature
-1° – 8°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

7°
Feels Like Cold
7°C
Temperature
2° – 12°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.5h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
7° – 18°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
14.9h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° – 21°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

109 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
15.7h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (124 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° – 23°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

124 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
15.3h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° – 22°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

104 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
14.1h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
8° – 18°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

8°
Feels Like Cold
8°C
Temperature
3° – 13°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

2°
Feels Like Cold
2°C
Temperature
-1° – 6°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-5° – 2°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.3h daylight

How to Get to Gams bei Hieflau

By Air
By Train & Bus

Where to Stay in Gams bei Hieflau #

Budget
Liezen / Upper Styria - €30-70/night
Gams bei Hieflau is a tiny village; budget options are local guesthouses or stays in nearby towns rather than hotels in the village.
Mid-Range
Liezen / Graz - €70-140/night
Mid-range hotels are in the nearest market towns; Gams bei Hieflau itself offers mostly guesthouses and mountain lodges.
Luxury
Graz / Liezen - €150+/night
No luxury hotels in the village; for premium rooms and services travel to Graz or larger Styrian resorts.

Where to Eat in Gams bei Hieflau #

Breakdown of cuisine types found across Gams bei Hieflau's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.

Regional
Pizza
Sandwich

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