The beauties of the night - moths - kalkalpen.at

Brown bear moth sitting on a white flower.

The world of moths in the Kalkalpen National Park
Over 1,600 species of butterflies flutter in the Kalkalpen National Park, nowhere in Austria have more species been detected so far. Darkness is the realm of moths. After a short introduction in the seminar room, we set off in the park of Villa Sonnwend in search of the beauties of the night with the help of a light source. The tension rises - who comes to the light? The variety of moths is almost endless.

Time & duration: 4 hours evening program

Contribution: Adults € 19,- / Children € 12,- / Family € 38,-

Info: No Pyhrn-Priel Card offer

Equipment: Weatherproof clothing, hiking boots, snack and drink, headlamp or flashlight, possibly magnifying glass

Accessibility:
This offer is suitable for people with reduced mobility and can also be booked as a package with pampering board at Villa Sonnwend National Park Lodge (two barrier-free rooms). We will be happy to advise you!

A white hairy moth sits on an index finger. — Beech spreading foot ©MariaFelbauer

Some people stand around a light trap at night to attract and identify moths. — Light trap ©MonikaTongitsch

Researcher determines a moth sitting on an illuminated white screen. — Moth light trap ©ErichWeigand

A moth with brown shaded wings has landed on the white cloth of a light trap. — Pine hawkmoth ©MariaFelbauer

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Fri, 22.05.2026 19:30 - 23:30

Roßleithen
Fri, 14.08.2026 19:30 - 23:30

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Villa Sonnwend National Park Lodge
4575 Roßleithen, Mayrwinkl 80
Phone + 43 7562 20592
E-mail villa-sonnwend@kalkalpen.at

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