Paradise of views – Hochschneeberg

Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 2,54 km
Duration: 1:30 h
Ascent: 79 m elevation gain
Descent: 79 m elevation gain

The Schneeberg (2076 m) is the highest mountain in Lower Austria. Unspoiled nature, alpine pastures and a magnificent panoramic view of the beautiful mountain world await you. The Schneebergbahn cable car takes you from the climatic health resort of Puchberg to this mountain paradise.

Starting point of the tour: Puchberg am Schneeberg, mountain station Schneeberg Railway
Tour destination: Puchberg am Schneeberg, mountain station Schneeberg Railway

Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 2,54 km
Duration: 1:30 h
Ascent: 79 m elevation gain
Descent: 79 m elevation gain

Fitness level required:
2/6
Overall experience:
6/6
Scenery:
6/6

Lowest point1791 m
Highest point1869 m

Round tour
Nice views
With refreshment stops
Suitable for families and children
Summit tour

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Description

The starting point of the signposted circular hiking trail (1 hour easy walk) is the Hochschneeberg mountain station at 1800 m above sea level. You will be amazed by the wonderful views of the surrounding mountains. The Salamander playground for families and the Elisabethkircherl are an extraordinary experience.

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 in the mountainsYour hikes in the Vienna Alps should be a thoroughly pleasant and safe experience. Please therefore observe the following:PreparationMake sure the chosen route matches your mountain experience and your fitness. Inform yourself in advance about the weather report. Weather in the mountains can change surprisingly quickly. Therefore, always start equipped accordingly (e.g., rain protection).Check whether the huts and snack stations you want to visit on the way are open. Inform someone about your route choice and your planned return before you set off.Remember that you will be in high alpine terrain at 1,800 m above sea level. Here it is at least 10 degrees cooler than in the valley and the weather can change very fast.
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 small snack. Take your mobile phone with you and save the mountain rescue emergency number: 140
Route description The hike starts directly at the mountain station of the Schneeberg Railway. Passing the Salamander playground, we go to the Puchberg viewpoint and further to the summit cross of Waxriegel. A place to stop for refreshments can be found at the Damböckhaus. The route continues past the viewpoints. Here we see the summit of the Schneeberg, the Rax, and also the Wechsel. Then we proceed to the Elisabethkircherl and back to the mountain station.
Parking Directly at the Schneeberg Railway or along the parking guidance system.Attention: Short-term parking zone in the town center
Getting there Arrival from Vienna: Take the Südautobahn A2 towards Wiener Neustadt to the exit Wr. Neustadt West. From there along the federal road B26 towards Puchberg am Schneeberg. The route is well signposted.Arrival from Graz: Take the Südautobahn A2 towards Vienna to the exit Neunkirchen West. From there towards Ternitz and along the federal road B26 towards Puchberg am Schneeberg.
Public transport Take the train to Wiener Neustadt. From there, change to the regional train to Puchberg am Schneeberg and get off at the last station. Take the Schneeberg Railway up the Schneeberg.Direct excursion train on weekends: Departure at 8:41 am from Vienna Central Station, return at 4:36 pm from Puchberg station.By bus from Neunkirchen, Ternitz (line 350), and Pernitz (line 330) to Puchberg am Schneeberg station.Further information can be found at www.oebb.at, www.vor.at and www.schneebergbahn.at
Editor’s tip You can get an audio guide at the mountain railway station.

Recommended period

More information:

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

Tourist office Puchberg am Schneeberg, Sticklergasse 3, 2734 Puchberg am Schneeberg, +43 / 2636 / 2256, www.puchberg.at

Information center Schneeberg Railway, www.schneebergbahn.at , +43 /2742 / 360990-1000

Letzte Änderung: 16 Mar 2026