Hiking tour Starting from Hutwisch Parking Lot near Hochneukirchen
From the gentle mountains to the land of Cider and sunshine
From the gentle mountains to the land of Cider and sunshine
From the Hutwisch parking lot via the Hutwisch (896m) with its popular viewing tower, the trail leads along the hilltops to Kalteneck and the newly built viewing platform (now affectionately known as the "Guglhupf") near Redlschlag. Supported by well-labeled panoramic maps, you can enjoy a panoramic view from Wechsel to Schneeberg, Bucklige Welt, Lake Neusiedl, Hungary, the Koralpe and Slovenia. The trail continues via a path to the Steinstückl and then along forest paths towards Bernstein. In Bernstein, you should definitely find out more about the art of cutting precious serpentine or visit the rock museum.
How to Behave When Encountering Grazing Animals:
www.alpannonia.at/verhaltenstipps-fuer-wandergaeste-auf-beweideten-almen
When choosing a route, make sure it matches your mountaineering experience and physical fitness. Check the weather forecast in advance. The weather in the mountains can change surprisingly quickly. Therefore, always set out with the appropriate gear (e.g., rain gear).
Check whether the huts and snack bars you plan to visit along the way are open. Let someone know your route and your planned return time before you set out.
Cross-border hiking trail: Remember to bring a passport or ID card!
Always bring appropriate maps with you. Wear sturdy shoes suitable for the hike, and bring sunscreen, rain gear, water, and a light snack. Bring your cell phone and save the mountain rescue emergency number: 140
Parking is available at the Hutwisch parking lot or in the center of Hochneukirchen
Via the A2, take the Krumbach exit – B55 – Hochneukirchen
Take the A2 to the Pinggau/Friedberg exit – then take Schäffernsteg to Hochneukirchen
Take the train to Aspang/Markt, then the bus to Hochneukirchen
More info: Public transportation to the Vienna Alps
A visit to the Edelserpentine cutting workshop in Bernstein is well worth it!
