Barrier-free Wasserweg in Grimmenstein

Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 5,80 km
Duration: :hour h
Ascent: 23 m elevation gain
Descent: 23 m elevation gain

The path runs flat along the Pitten, partly on EuroVelo 9, to the Gasthaus Pichler in Petersbaumgarten, which is appreciated for its traditional, classic inn cuisine and can be accessed via a ramp.

Starting point of the tour: Town hall square Grimmenstein
Tour destination: Town hall square Grimmenstein

Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 5,80 km
Duration: :hour h
Ascent: 23 m elevation gain
Descent: 23 m elevation gain

Fitness level required:
1/6
Overall experience:
4/6
Scenery:
5/6

Lowest point389 m
Highest point405 m

Tour route
With refreshment stops
Accessibility by train and bus
Suitable for families and children
Barrier-free

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Description

One of the many beautiful hiking trails in and around Grimmenstein is the water trail. It leads hiking enthusiasts along the Pitten through a varied environment. The starting point is the town hall square in Grimmenstein, which is the center of social activity depending on the time of year. From there, the trail stretches north through huts to Petersbaumgarten. There, refreshments await walkers at Gasthaus Pichler. In the barrier-free version, you can either take the train from the Petersbaumgarten stop back to Grimmenstein or continue along the path.

This route is suitable for baby carriages, wheelchairs, etc. It runs mainly on a road with little traffic and along EuroVelo 9.

Equipment Always take suitable maps with you. Wear clothing appropriate for the route, take sun and rain protection as well as water and a small snack. Take your mobile phone and save the emergency rescue number: 144
Route description The starting point of the route is the town hall square. From there, the path leads via Schulgasse and Obere Auweg. Following the signs towards Petersbaumgarten, it goes left along the Pitten on the Thermenradweg. In Petersbaumgarten, there is a right turn, passing the highway maintenance depot. Shortly afterwards, the Gasthaus Pichler is reached, where you can stop for a break (please check opening hours in advance). The same way is taken back to Grimmenstein.
Parking Parking and park & ride in the immediate vicinity of the town hall square.
Getting there Grimmenstein can be reached from Vienna via the A2 and the B 54.
Public transport Edlitz-Grimmenstein train stationMore information can be found at www.oebb.at and www.vor.at
Editor’s tip Stopover:Gasthaus Pichler, Petersbaumgarten (overnight stay possible) - access via rampdas Grimmenstein, restaurant in Grimmenstein - ground-level accessCafé Bäckerei Koll, Grimmenstein - ground-level access

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

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

Municipality of Grimmenstein, +43 2644 7203