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Gmunden Travel Guide: 45 reviews and 113 photos

The town of Gmunden (population 12,000) is know for its castles and ceramincs. It was established in 909 and received a town charter in 1278. Gmunden was a former administration center for both the Habsburg monarchy and the salt trade. It is no wonder why this town, lying on the picture-postcard setting on the northern shore of Traunsee is known not only for it's history, romantic setting and ceramics, but also for it's traditional cures (salt-water baths).

Gmunden is a typical Austrian summer resort. Architecturally, it also has much to offer with it's Renaissance-era Town Hall with it's porcelain-tiled glockenspiel, as well as a number of fine townhouses and numerous castles. The town has much to offer the visitor and all are encouraged to visit.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Located on the beautiful Traunsee, rich in history and architecture, lovely ceramic work.
Cons:Streets are narrow but parking is available in underground lot), a bit pricey.
In a nutshell:A walk along the Esplanada is unforgettable.

Last visit to Gmunden: Dec 2004
Intro Updated Jan 2, 2005
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The Schiller-Linde Baum Things to Do (12)

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Gmunden by Ferry Transportation (1)

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A must buy in Gmunden Shopping (1)

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Sphinx Pizzeria and Restaurant. - Gmunden

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Written Nov 1, 2003

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Maurizioago Jan 25, 2012 at 1:50 AM

This seems a nice place to spend some hours.

Ciao!
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globerover Jul 12, 2005 at 10:35 AM

it is maybe a mistake to eat a pizza in Gmunden, but a journey on the Gisela is definitively a big nostalgic experience ... and I can only confirm what you said about sailing on the Traunsee (I did it several years ago) ...
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globetrott Jan 8, 2005 at 1:11 PM

Great infos and wonderful pics, and great updates again, Drew !!
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MickeyMuse Jan 2, 2005 at 8:23 AM

Great pictures and tips, thanks!
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shivan Sep 21, 2004 at 12:45 AM

lovely place indeed!
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Shajenn Sep 6, 2004 at 9:42 AM

isnt Gmunden a really nice place ?
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dvideira Sep 4, 2004 at 6:33 PM

Great pages, Andrew. I'm sorry I missed this place... So beautiful. As I have relatives living in Austria, who knows... some day I'll visit Gmunden as well. Thanks for the tips and pics. They are great. Cheers !
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bianchis Feb 3, 2004 at 10:47 PM

Thank you for the detailed description of Gmunden. It must be beautiful. Would love to visit one day
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Leipzig Nov 22, 2003 at 2:13 AM

Brilliant page! Beautiful landscape! I heard a lot about Schloss Orth but didn't know where it is situated.
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eden_teuling Nov 15, 2003 at 7:14 AM

how about the SOUND of the swans flying over, Andrew?? Lovely earthenware (see my NAMUR page) + this page shows that Austria is a great country for holidays....thanks, bes/elisabeth