Bourbon themed path in Lanzenkirchen

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Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 4,58 km
Duration: 1:50 h
Ascent: 9 m elevation gain
Descent: 9 m elevation gain

The trail provides historical insights into the time of the Bourbons in Frohsdorf and the decades-long charitable work of the last legitimate French king, Henry V, Count of Chambord.

Starting point of the tour: Parkallee 1 (Grandhotel NÖ Hof)
Tour destination: Parkallee 1 (Grandhotel NÖ Hof)

Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 4,58 km
Duration: 1:50 h
Ascent: 9 m elevation gain
Descent: 9 m elevation gain

Fitness level required:
1/6
Overall experience:
6/6
Scenery:
4/6

Lowest point293 m
Highest point302 m

Round tour
With refreshment stops
Accessibility by train and bus
Suitable for families and children
Barrier-free

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Description

A walk along the Bourbon Trail will give you historical insights into this period and you can discover many other traces of the Bourbons in Lanzenkirchen, including the Lilienhof, Sta. Christiana school, French graves, etc. Lanzenkirchen worth experiencing. Start is at Parkallee 1 (at the Hotel Niederösterreichischer Hof). Guided tours on request at the municipality of Lanzenkirchen.

The path is also easily accessible with a wheelchair or baby carriage.

safety instructions Your hikes in the Vienna Alps should be a thoroughly pleasant and safe experience. Please therefore observe the following:PreparationMake sure when choosing the route that it matches your mountain experience and fitness. Check the weather forecast in advance. The weather can change surprisingly quickly in the mountains. Therefore, always start out appropriately equipped (e.g. rain protection).Check if the huts and snack stations you want to visit are open. Inform someone about the choice of route and your planned return before you set off.You can find more safety tips for your hike here.
Equipment Always take suitable maps with you. Wear sturdy shoes adapted to the route, take sun and rain protection as well as water and a small snack. Take your mobile phone with you and save the mountain rescue emergency number: 140
Route description The starting point of the route is at the Grandhotel NÖ Hof, where the first information board is located. Along the street, the path continues to the next station, the Sta. Christiana school. The route passes the Felix Chapel and the New House. A highlight is Frohsdorf Castle, which can currently only be viewed from the outside. Afterwards, the Frohsdorf boys' school follows. Along the Leitha dams, there is more nature to experience. The path runs through the town of Lanzenkirchen until the train station is reached. At the edge of the town, there are wonderful views, also of the Schneeberg. Finally, the cemetery is reached, which has interesting stories to offer. The return path leads past the Lanzenkirchen boys' school, the Marian column, and the parish church until the starting point is reached again.
Parking sufficient parking spaces available
Getting there South motorway exit Wiener Neustadt South - continue on S4 exit Lanzenkirchen - follow Frohsdorfer Str. and Wiener Neustädter Str. to Parkallee
Public transport More information can be found at www.oebb.at and www.vor.at
Editor’s tip The information boards contain QR codes with films about the Bourbons. Worth seeing!

Recommended period

Vienna Alps in Lower Austria, www.wieneralpen.at, +43 / 2622 / 78960

Opening hours: Mon - Thu 08:30 - 16:00 / Fri 08:30 - 13:00

www.lanzenkirchen.gv.at

Letzte Änderung: 16 Mar 2026