Schwaigen circular route on the Hochwechsel

Hiking tour Starting from Steyersberger Schwaig

  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Distance: 17,46 km
  • Duration: 5:24 h
  • Ascent: 701 m elevation gain
  • Descent: 701 m elevation gain

Explore the Schwaigen am Wechsel and the Hochwechsel summit on scenic hiking trails!

Starting point of the tour
Steyersberger Schwaig
Tour destination
Steyersberger Schwaig
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Distance: 17,46 km
  • Duration: 5:24 h
  • Ascent: 701 m elevation gain
  • Descent: 701 m elevation gain
  • Fitness level required:
    4/6
  • Overall experience:
    5/6
  • Scenery:
    6/6
  • Lowest point1356 m
  • Highest point1742 m
  • Round tour
  • Nice views
  • With refreshment stops
  • Suitable for families and children
  • Summit tour

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Description

The Schwaigen hike on the Wechsel leads from one Schwaig to the next. You take the mountain road from Kirchberg am Wechsel to the starting point on the Steyersberger Schwaig. The highlight of the hike is the summit of the Hochwechsel, which offers a breathtaking view of the landscape at the foot of the mountain. You hike back to the starting point via the Marienseer and Kranichberger Schwaig. Many great impressions await you along the way!

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Current weather on site

Today, 07.03.2026

4° to 13°

Today, 07.03.2026

Clear sky

Wind speed2,2 km/h

Tomorrow, 08.03.2026

3° to 13°

Tomorrow, 08.03.2026

Cloudy

Wind speed2,0 km/h