Mushroom forecast · Austria
Mushroom forecast Austria: when do the mushrooms grow?
Chanterelles, porcini or parasol: Waldschatzfinder shows you when mushrooms grow at any place in Austria – from the Waldviertel to Vorarlberg, for more than 30 species, free.
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Mushroom weather by region
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The most popular mushrooms in Austria
- Eierschwammerl Chanterelle June – October The classic in coniferous and mixed forest, often in moss.
- Herrenpilz Porcini Mushroom July – October Under spruce, beech and oak – later in the mountains than in the lowlands.
- Parasol Parasol Mushroom July – October In clearings, on forest edges and meadows.
- Fette Henne Cauliflower Mushroom August – October At the base of pines, often in the same spot every year.
- Kapuziner Rough-stemmed Bolete June – October Only near birches – easy to find, good for beginners.
- Totentrompete Horn of Plenty August – November In groups under beech, dark and well camouflaged.
- Morchel Common Morel March – May The spring species: floodplain forests, ash trees, old orchards.
- Maronenröhrling Bay Bolete July – November Common in coniferous forest on acidic soils.
Mushroom season in Austria
In spring, morels come first, in floodplain forests and under ash trees. From June, chanterelles and birch boletes start, followed in high summer and autumn by porcini, parasol, cauliflower fungus and black trumpets. The higher you are, the later it starts: in the Alps the season often begins weeks after the lowlands and ends with the first frost.
Weather decides whether a season is good: after heavy rain and some warm, humid days, mushrooms often appear one to two weeks later. After heat and drought, the forest stays empty. That is exactly what Waldschatzfinder calculates for your location.
Picking mushrooms in Austria: the rules
- At most 2 kg per person per day – as set out in the Austrian Forest Act, and only if the forest owner does not prohibit it.
- Federal states have their own rules – for example on picking times or protected species. Check with the state or municipality before your trip.
- National parks and protected areas – picking is often completely forbidden or restricted there.
- Only what you know for sure – if in doubt, leave it or ask a mushroom advisor. No app and no AI replaces safe identification.
Suspected mushroom poisoning: Poison Information Centre 01 406 43 43 (24 hours) · Emergency 144
All information without guarantee. The laws and regulations in force are what counts.
Frequently asked questions about mushrooms in Austria
When is mushroom season in Austria?
The main season runs from June to October, morels appear from March to May. The weather is decisive: after heavy rain and warm, humid days, mushrooms often appear one to two weeks later. In the Alps the season starts later and ends earlier than in the lowlands.
Where do most chanterelles and porcini grow in Austria?
In the large forest regions such as the Waldviertel, Mühlviertel, Styria, Carinthia and the foothills of the Alps. Waldschatzfinder shows you where conditions are right near you: enter a place or pick a point on the map.
How many mushrooms may I pick in Austria?
Nationwide, the Austrian Forest Act allows at most 2 kg per person per day, and only if the forest owner does not prohibit it. Some federal states have additional rules, and picking is often forbidden in national parks and protected areas. Check before your trip – the rules in force are what counts.
What to do if mushroom poisoning is suspected?
Call the Austrian Poison Information Centre immediately: +43 1 406 43 43 (24 hours). In case of unconsciousness, breathing difficulties or cramps, dial the emergency number 144. Keep mushroom remains and vomit.
Is the mushroom forecast for Austria free?
Yes. The mushroom forecast for any place in Austria can be used without signing up. A free account adds the Pro forecast, the species map, the mushroom alert and your own blog – no subscription, no ads.