Hiking to Kranichberger Schwaig (from Steyersberger Schwaig)

Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 1,66 km
Duration: 0:45 h
Ascent: 176 m elevation gain
Descent: 2 m elevation gain

Short and pleasant path from the Steyersberger Schwaig up to the Kranichberger Schwaig am Wechsel.

Starting point of the tour: Steyersberger Schwaig
Tour destination: Kranichberger Schwaig

Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 1,66 km
Duration: 0:45 h
Ascent: 176 m elevation gain
Descent: 2 m elevation gain

Fitness level required:
2/6

Lowest point1365 m
Highest point1541 m

Nice views
With refreshment stops
Suitable for families and children

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Description

The Kranichberger Schwaig is one of the numerous alpine pastures on the Wechsel. The easiest way to reach it is from the Steyersberger Schwaig, which is the perfect starting point for the Wechsel hike. In less than an hour, you can reach the hut at an altitude of around 1540 meters via forest and field paths. Here, the cozy atmosphere and the wonderful view of the Rax and Schneeberg invite you to rest and linger. For refreshment, there are organic plank snacks with home-smoked bacon, for example. The hut is open from May to September.

The hike does not require an above-average level of fitness and is therefore also suitable for families. Numerous hiking trails lead to and from the Kranichberger Schwaig, such as the Schwaigenwanderung, a circular route to the Arabichl summit at 1595 meters above sea level and to the Feistritzer Schwaig. You can also reach the Kranichberger Schwaig from the Feistritzsattel, this route is on the stage of the trail along the Wiener Alpenbogen - Arc of the Viennese Alps (trail) from Mönichkirchen to the Feistritzsattel. Another trail starts from Kirchberg am Wechsel on a regional route of the Trail along the Wiener Alpenbogen - Arc of the Viennese Alps (trail).

safety instructions Your hikes in the Wiener Alpen should be a completely beautiful and safe experience. Please 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 unexpectedly quickly. Always set out properly equipped (e.g. rain protection).Check whether the huts and snack stops you want to visit on the way are open. Inform someone about your choice of route and your planned return before setting off.More safety tips for your hike can be found here.
Equipment Always take suitable maps with you. Wear sturdy shoes adapted to the route, take sun and rain protection as well as water and a little something to eat. Take your mobile phone with you and save the mountain rescue emergency number: 140
Route description We start from Steyersberger Schwaig via the path upwards towards the Kirchberg ski lift and Diebsgrub. At the fork in the road, we turn left and then continue right on the trail. After about 200 meters on the path, we turn right and thus reach a forest road marked number 834. We follow this straight ahead and then turn left onto the path, which leads us over the last 300 meters up to Kranichberger Schwaig.
Parking Parking spaces are available at Steyersberger Schwaig.
Getting there From Vienna follow the A2 along to the Edlitz exit. Then follow the B54. Turn right onto L134, drive through Feistritz am Wechsel to Kirchberg. Turn left and then take L4186. Drive through Molzegg directly to Steyersberger Schwaig. From Graz follow the A2 to the Aspang exit. From Graz, drive via the B72 to the Feistritz saddle. Take the L137 to St. Corona am Wechsel. Turn left onto L4186. Drive through Molzegg directly to Steyersberger Schwaig.
Public transport Steyersberger Schwaig is not directly accessible by public transport. Take the train via Wiener Neustadt to Aspang Markt and from there continue by bus to Mönichkirchen. For the rest of the way, a taxi is recommended. For more information visit www.oebb.at and www.vor.at
Editor’s tip Combine your hike with a stay at the Molzbachhof, a certified hiking business. Special highlight: The Paradies Gart'l.Don't forget to take the Wiener Alpen Viewer in a handy format with you on the route!

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Wiener Alpen in Lower Austria, www.wieneralpen.at, +43 / 2622 / 78960

Letzte Änderung: 16 Mar 2026