Castle path Grimmenstein

©Burg Grimmenstein

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 8,94 km
Duration: 2:52 h
Ascent: 298 m elevation gain
Descent: 298 m elevation gain

Beautiful circular hiking trail on the Kulmriegel to Grimmenstein Castle

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

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 8,94 km
Duration: 2:52 h
Ascent: 298 m elevation gain
Descent: 298 m elevation gain

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

Lowest point402 m
Highest point696 m

Round tour
Nice views
With refreshment stops
Accessibility by train and bus
Suitable for families and children

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Description

The Burgweg trail leads from the town hall square (parking spaces directly on site or at Edlitz-Grimmenstein train station) towards Kunstgraben, from where a forest path leads over Grimmenstein's local mountain - the Kulmriegel - up towards the castle. A short stopover is worthwhile at the Mariengrotte, a place of Marian devotion with rest facilities. From spring to autumn, you can stop off at the castle and enjoy cool drinks and snacks from the terrace with a magnificent view over the Pittental valley. The route continues under the cooling canopy of leaves up to the Eben, from where it heads back downhill to the town hall square.

safety instructions Your hikes in the Vienna Alps should be a completely beautiful and safe experience. Please therefore observe the following:PreparationMake sure when choosing the route that it matches your experience and fitness. Inform yourself in advance about the weather report. The weather in the mountains can change surprisingly quickly. Therefore, always set out appropriately equipped (e.g. rain protection).Check whether the huts and snack stations you want to visit on the way are open. Inform someone about your choice of route and your planned return before you set off.More safety tips for your hike can be found here.
Equipment Always take suitable maps with you. Wear sturdy shoes suitable for the route, bring sun and rain protection as well as water and a snack. Take your mobile phone and save the emergency numbers of rescue services: Rescue 144 / Mountain rescue 140
Route description Signage G1 (large Kulmriegel route), then G1a (Castle path)Start at Grimmenstein town hall square, then the path leads along Schulgasse towards Kulmriegel, with the castle already visible in sight. Then go left up into the Kunstgraben, where after the bridge take the right turn towards the grotto into the forest. Follow the markings G1 to the grotto, before the settlement "Grün" turn left towards the castle (G1a). Past the hunting hut, shortly before the settlement Eben turn left into the Kunstgraben. Return to Schulgasse and to the town hall square.
Parking Free parking either directly at the town hall square or at Edlitz-Grimmenstein station.
Getting there Take the Grimmenstein exit from the Southern motorway and then turn right into the town center.
Public transport Edlitz-Grimmenstein station - the hike starts about 300 m from the station.Alternatively, the community is also well accessible by buses.More information can be found at www.oebb.at and www.vor.at
Editor’s tip Attractions: Grimmenstein Castle (also food and guided tours on weekends), MariengrottoFood and drink: Das GrimmenStein, Gasthof Pichler in Petersbaumgarten (also overnight stays possible) and Mostheuriger Zierhof

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

Letzte Änderung: 16 Mar 2026