• ©© Niederösterreich Werbung/Robin Uthe

Authentic culture

What cultural attractions are there to discover?

Culture with character – from visionary railway-lines to charming festival-stages in the heart of the Wiener Alpen. Embrace the history of the region, while castles, ruins and museums whisper stories from the past. Here, depth meets lightness – and history meets good taste.

Zwei Kinder genießen einen sonnigen Tag im Freien, während sie frische Marillen aus einem Korb sammeln. Umgeben von üppigem Grün und blühenden Bäumen strahlt die Szene Freude und Unbeschwertheit aus.
©© Niederösterreich Werbung/Stefan Fuertbauer (www.stefanfuertbauer.com)

Museum of St. Peter an der Sperr

The city museum for the whole family

Maxi's magical tour of the Wiener Neustadt City Museum offers an interactive experience for all generations. From the Middle Ages to human history, there is so much to discover. Creative activities such as puzzle rallies and craft sessions complement the exhibition. Exciting stories and music by Maxi make every visit unforgettable and offer hours of entertainment full of new impressions.

Cultural tours

Embark on a journey through time 

Experience culture and history on cultural tours and guided walks to historical sites and gems in the region.

Where prominent guests once stayed for their summer holidays and where high culture still meets refreshing countryside enjoyment today, you can immerse yourself in the lifestyle of the turn of the century with stimulating cultural tours. 

  • Schafferhof Chapel in Edlitz | Bucklige Welt
    ©Wiener Alpen in Niederösterreich - Bad Schönau
    • DifficultyEasy
    • Distance4,06 km
    • Duration1:17 h

    Circular route K2 Bindergraben - Schafferhof

    Hiking tour Starting from Town center Edlitz
  • Snowshoeing on the Rax
    ©Wiener Alpen in Niederösterreich - Semmering Rax
    • DifficultyEasy
    • Distance2,16 km

    Gatterlkreuz circular route (snowshoe route 3) approx. 50 min

    Tour Starting from Raxalm mountain inn
  • Alpaca kiss
    ©©Naturpark Hohe Wand
    • DifficultyEasy
    • Distance2,00 km
    • Duration0:45 h

    Nature Park Hohe Wand - Animal Encounters in Winter

    Tour Starting from Nature Park Center - Parking lot Animal Enclosures
  • View of the Rax and Schnneeberg during the hike
    ©Wiener Alpen in Niederösterreich - Semmering Rax
    • DifficultyModerate
    • Distance7,20 km

    Semmering Pinkenkogel route

    Hiking tour Starting from Semmering pass height
  • Red deer in bast
    ©Wiener Alpen in Niederösterreich - Schneeberg Hohe Wand
    • DifficultyEasy
    • Distance2,19 km
    • Duration0:52 h

    Nature Park Hohe Wand - Animal Enclosure Circular Walk

    Hiking tour Starting from Nature Park Center - Kleine Kanzelstraße 241, 2724 Hohe Wand
  • The gentle hills of the Rax glow in the warm light of the evening sun, while the colorful wildflowers in the foreground sway gently in the wind. A feeling of freedom and adventure pervades the air, perfect for a relaxed hike or a leisurely hut hopping.
    ©Niederösterreich Werbung/Robert Herbst
    • DifficultyDifficult
    • Distance17,93 km
    • Duration5:50 h

    Hut-hopping on the Raxalpe (Variant 1)

    Hiking tour Starting from Hirschwang an der Rax, Rax cable car valley station
  • Cycling on the Feistritztal route in Wechselland
    ©Wiener Alpen/Philipp Schönauer
    • DifficultyDifficult
    • Distance141,66 km
    • Duration5:30 h

    Road cycling route through the Wiener Alpen

    Cycling tour Starting from Bad Schönau in front of the church
  • View from the Kranichberger Schwaig
    ©Wiener Alpen in Niederösterreich - Wechsel
    • Distance8,41 km
    • Duration2:26 h

    Schwaigen round

    Hiking tour Starting from Steyersberger Schwaig
  • 24h vending machine "Do schmeckts"
    ©Wiener Alpen / Michael Gschaider

    Do Schmeckts 24h Automaten

    Hauptstraße 67, 2763 Pernitz
  • The gentle hills of the Vienna Alps glow in the warm light of a summer's day. A clear sky and the fresh mountain air invite you to enjoy the breathtaking view and experience the tranquillity of nature.
    ©Niederösterreich Werbung/Robert Herbst.
    • DifficultyDifficult
    • Distance14,28 km
    • Duration4:37 h

    Hut hopping on the Raxalpe (Variant 1b)

    Hiking tour Starting from Hirschwang an der Rax, valley station Rax cable car