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Schreiende Brunnen: Whispers of the Wildseeloder

Discover the mystical Schreiende Brunnen in Fieberbrunn: a natural spring with a legendary past and refreshing waters.

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The Schreiende Brunnen, or 'Crying Springs,' are a captivating karst spring and small cascading waterfall nestled in the Hörndlinger Graben near Fieberbrunn. Fed by the Wildseeloder lake, legend says the cries you hear are those of drowned dairy farmers, adding a mystical element to this natural beauty.

A brief summary to schreiende Brunnen

  • Almen 12, Fieberbrunn, 6391, AT

Local tips

  • Wear sturdy shoes, as the trail can be rocky in places.
  • Bring your own water bottle to fill up with the fresh spring water.
  • Combine your visit with a hike to the Pulvermacher Almhütte for a longer excursion.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    The Schreiende Brunnen are best accessed on foot from the Gasthof Eiserne Hand. From the Gasthof, follow the path along the Schwarzarche stream into the Hörndlinger Graben. The walk to the falls takes approximately one hour through a scenic valley. There is a hiking and biking car park available after Gasthof Eiserne Hand.

  • Public Transport

    From Fieberbrunn, take the local bus towards Gasthof Eiserne Hand. With a valid guest card, the buses in Pillerseetal are free. From the bus stop near Gasthof Eiserne Hand, follow the walking directions to reach the Schreiende Brunnen. The walk from Gasthof Eiserne Hand to the falls takes approximately one hour.

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The Schreiende Brunnen, poetically named the 'Crying Springs,' is more than just a picturesque waterfall; it's a place where legend and nature intertwine. Located in the Hörndlinger Graben near Fieberbrunn, these springs emerge as a karst spring, creating a delicate veil of water as it cascades down the rocks. The water is of such high quality that it's considered potable. The springs are fed by the Wildseeloder lake, located approximately 3 kilometers west. The legend associated with the Schreiende Brunnen tells a tale of alpine dairymen who lived in excess and wickedness on the Wildseeloder. As the story goes, they were flooded by God's wrath, forming the Wildseeloder lake, and their cries can still be heard in the ditch near the 'crying wells'. For those interested in the science behind the legend, the springs have been a measuring point for the Tyrolean Hydrographic Service since 1998. As a typical karst spring, the water flow increases rapidly during rainfall or snowmelt. The average discharge is 76 l/s, with a minimum of 18 l/s and a maximum of 361 l/s recorded. The water temperature fluctuates between 5 and 7°C. The Schreiende Brunnen is easily accessible and makes for a delightful family-friendly hike. The destination can be reached on foot from Gasthof Eiserne Hand through a wildly romantic valley in about an hour.

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