Cog railway hiking trail from Schneeberg to Puchberg

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 10,31 km
Duration: 3:15 h
Ascent: 55 m elevation gain
Descent: 1253 m elevation gain

From the Hochschneeberg summit station, the hike leads via the Baumgartner stop, the Kaltwassersattel, the Hengsthütte and the Hauslitzsattel down to Puchberg am Schneeberg.

Starting point of the tour: Hochschneeberg mountain station (1800 m)
Tour destination: Town center of Puchberg am Schneeberg

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 10,31 km
Duration: 3:15 h
Ascent: 55 m elevation gain
Descent: 1253 m elevation gain

Fitness level required:
4/6
Overall experience:
3/6
Scenery:
3/6

Lowest point579 m
Highest point1797 m

Nice views
With refreshment stops
Suitable for families and children

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Description

The highest mountain in Lower Austria, the King of the Vienna Alps, rises 2,076m above the surrounding countryside. The Schneebergbahn cable car takes you from the climatic health resort of Puchberg to this mountain paradise. Unspoiled nature, marked hiking trails and a magnificent view await you! During the hike, you will be accompanied by magnificent panoramic views, for example of the Hoher Hengst, the Puchberg basin and the plains of the Steinfeld with the Leitha and Rosalia mountains as well as the Arbestal valley with the small village of Rohrbachgraben.

Restore your inner balance, find peace and recharge your batteries - here in this tranquil setting.
A culinary highlight is the Baumgartner station at 1,394m above sea level. Here you can enjoy the delicious Schneeberg Buchteln in different variations.
For children, the highest alpine children's playground in Lower Austria, at 1.800m above sea level, right next to the Hochschneeberg mountain railway station, offers fun and action.
An Eldorado for little guests, under the supervision of their parents, who are not yet able to undertake long hikes!

When planning your hike, please note the information on altitude, route length and walking time so that the tour remains a pleasant experience for the whole family.

safety instructions Safe on the mountainYour hikes in the Vienna Alps should be a thoroughly pleasant and safe experience. Please therefore observe the following:Preparation Make sure the route you choose matches your experience and fitness. Check the weather report beforehand. Weather in the mountains can change very quickly. Always start out properly equipped (e.g., rain protection).Check whether the huts and snack stations you want to visit are open. Inform someone about your chosen route and planned return before you start.
Equipment Always take suitable maps with you. Wear sturdy shoes adapted to the route, bring sun and rain protection, as well as water and a small snack. Take your mobile phone and save the emergency number for mountain rescue: 140
Route description Passing the Empress Elisabeth Memorial Church, the path leads us through extensive pine scrub fields towards Baumgartner Station.Crossing the cog railway track via the exit of the first hairpin tunnel, we continue through the pine scrub fields to the "Hohe Mauer". On this stone dam, the cog railway crosses the Sitzstetten Ridge. The tree line is also located in this section of the path. Along the railway embankment, we reach Baumgartner Station.Our hike continues along the railway to the Kaltwassersattel. To the left above the tracks lies the Adolf Kögler House with the Drachenwände cliffs in the background. We turn right and arrive at a large alpine meadow with the Ternitzer Hut and a dairy. Through aromatic coniferous forest, we proceed to Hengst Hut, where we meet the cog railway again. Below its track, we continue hiking towards Hauslitzsattel. Over the Hauslitzsattel, we return to the valley basin of Puchberg am Schneeberg. Passing through the districts Hengsttal and Muthenhof, we reach the town center of Puchberg along the cog railway tracks.
Parking Parking guidance system or at the tourist office.Attention: short-term parking zone in the town center
Getting there Arrival from Vienna:Take the South Motorway A2 towards Wiener Neustadt to the Wr. Neustadt West exit. From there, follow Federal Road B26 towards Puchberg am Schneeberg. The route is well signposted. Arrival from Graz:Take the South Motorway A2 towards Vienna to the Neunkirchen exit. From there, head towards Ternitz and along Federal Road B26 towards Puchberg am Schneeberg.
Public transport Take the train from Vienna or Graz to Wiener Neustadt. From there, take the regional train towards Puchberg am Schneeberg to the final stop.Direct excursion train on weekends: Departure at 8:41 a.m. from Vienna Main Station, return at 4:36 p.m. from Puchberg station.Buses also operate from Neunkirchen, Ternitz (line 350), and Pernitz (line 330) to Puchberg.More information at www.oebb.at or www.vor.at
Editor’s tip Our establishments are perfect for a relaxing stay in Puchberg am Schneeberg!

Recommended period

Schneebergbahn, www.schneebergbahn.at

Hengst Hut, www.hengsthuette.at

Baumgartner Station, www.schutzhuette-baumgartner.jimdosite.com +43 / 650 / 2441453

Schneebergland Tourist Board, www.schneebergland.com, +43 / 02636 / 22 56-11
Vienna Alps in Lower Austria, www.wieneralpen.at, +43 / 2622 / 78960

Letzte Änderung: 16 Mar 2026