At 1,364 meters above sea level, nestled in the idyllic Siebenbrunnenkessel on the Rax, lies the historic Waxriegelhaus. It can be reached on foot in around an hour from the Preiner Gscheid and also offers accommodation all year round.
Culinary delights
Hikers can expect not only a well-earned rest here, but also real delicacies:
- the in-house Waxriegel beer
- Specialties from Styria-Beef
- dishes cooked with a lot of love, where host Martin attaches particular importance to regionality and fresh preparation.
Insider tips at the Waxriegelhaus
- Waxriegel dumplings
- Wines personally selected by the chef from small wineries in Lower Austria and Styria
Hiking recommendations
- Hut hopping on the Rax
- Hike from Preiner Gscheid to the Waxriegelhaus
- Hike via the Schlangenweg to the Karl Ludwig Haus (past the Waxriegelhaus)
Opening hours: daily/all year round
The opening hours of all huts in the Semmering-Rax region can be found here.
Overnight accommodation (beds / camp sites): 27 / 30
Showers on the floor, rooms with running water
N O T E: The map below is for orientation purposes only. Direct access by car is not possible. Use hiking maps for your ascent to the hut.
