Location & How to get to the Quellenviertel
Easy to get here. Hard to leave.
The Quellenviertel lies amongst rolling hills, between Bavaria and Salzburg. Not right in the thick of things – but just the place if you’re looking to unwind.
Like a rough diamond, the Quellenviertel lies in the west of Upper Austria.
Nestled amongst small towns, plenty of greenery and even more tranquillity.
Things are quieter here. And that’s exactly what makes it so special.
Experience the Quellenviertel – travel there in comfort by train!
Here, your holiday doesn’t just begin when you reach your destination. It starts the moment you set off. Or rather: the moment you step on board.
Travelling by train to the Quellenviertel is a relaxing experience – with no stress, no hunting for a parking space and no traffic jams. Just sit back, look out of the window and slowly unwind.
A well-planned journey through Austria – tips for a stress-free journey
Book your digital toll for Austria before your journey. Whether you need a digital vignette or a route-based toll (for a quick passage through the toll station): with the ASFiNAG Toll Planner, you can easily find the right product for a safe journey through Austria. Simply enter your journey’s start and end points online now and buy the right toll product for your route with complete peace of mind. Have a safe journey!
New from 2027: The digital vignette
From the 2027 vignette year onwards, only the digital vignette will be available in Austria. The current adhesive vignette will be phased out. Adhesive vignettes already purchased for 2026 will remain valid until 31 January 2027. The digital vignette is linked to the vehicle registration number and can be conveniently purchased online or from authorised sales outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Digital Vignette
From 1 February 2027, only the digital vignette will be valid. From 1 December 2026, only digital vignettes will be sold.
The digital vignette is available from the official ASFINAG toll shop, at petrol stations, tobacconists, motoring clubs and other authorised outlets. It can also be purchased without a smartphone or internet access.
The 1-day and 10-day vignettes can be used immediately upon purchase. For 2-month and annual vignettes purchased online, a waiting period of 18 days applies to private individuals. This waiting period does not apply when purchasing at a local sales point.
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The Quellenviertel is situated in the west of Upper Austria. To help you find your way: Vöcklabruck, Ried im Innkreis, Grieskirchen and Braunau am Inn are key landmarks. Linz, Salzburg and Munich are good points of reference to help you find your way when travelling there.
At the Quellenviertel Tourist Board. The main office is at Promenade 2, 4701 Bad Schallerbach; telephone +43 7249 420710; email info@quellenviertel.at; website quellenviertel.at. There are also information points in Geinberg, Ried im Innkreis, Vöcklabruck, Attnang-Puchheim, Schwanenstadt, Ampflwang, Gallspach, Bad Schallerbach, Braunau am Inn and at Holzöstersee, amongst other places.
The Quellenviertel is a great area to explore on two wheels: at a leisurely pace through villages and countryside, at a more vigorous pace over hills and cycle routes, or in a completely relaxed manner with the help of an e-bike. Cycle maps, tour suggestions and suitable hire outlets will help you plan your trip once you’re here. If you’re visiting without your own bike, it’s best to check the Quellenviertel’s bike hire guide: https://www.quellenviertel.at/en/nature-outdoor-activity/bike-hire.html. You’ll quickly find out where to get a bike. And when it’s uphill: go for an e-bike. It’s usually a breeze.
Depending on your destination, good railway stations include Bad Schallerbach, Grieskirchen-Gallspach, Vöcklabruck, Attnang-Puchheim, Schwanenstadt, Ried im Innkreis or Braunau am Inn. From some of these stations, you’ll need to continue your journey by bus or taxi.
If you’re unsure or need help, please feel free to call us on +43 7249 420710.