Scharnstein Postal Codes, Gmunden, Oberösterreich Austria

Find all official postal codes and zip codes for Scharnstein, located in Oberösterreich, Gmunden, Austria. The table below lists the specific postal codes for various places, towns, and neighborhoods within Scharnstein to ensure your mail and packages are correctly routed.

Scharnstein on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Scharnstein market towns in Austria. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Scharnstein

Key Facts

Scharnstein is a market town located in the Gmunden District of Upper Austria (Oberösterreich). Situated in the southern part of the district, Scharnstein lies within the picturesque Traunviertel region, approximately 30 kilometers east of the district capital Gmunden and about 40 kilometers south of the state capital Linz. The town covers an area of approximately 47.8 square kilometers and has a population of around 4,800 residents. Scharnstein is divided into several cadastral municipalities, including the main settlement of Scharnstein itself along with surrounding rural areas. The town is nestled in the foothills of the Northern Limestone Alps, with the Alm River flowing through its territory, creating a scenic landscape that combines alpine character with accessible valley locations. Historically, Scharnstein gained market town rights in the 15th century and has maintained its administrative importance within the region. For those seeking postal code information for the various neighborhoods and surrounding areas within Scharnstein, detailed locality data is available through regional postal services.

Neighboring Regions

* Grünau im Almtal

* Vorchdorf

* Pettenbach

* Kirchham

* Schlierbach

* Steinbach am Ziehberg