Weningersteig - Puchberg am Schneeberg
Hiking tour Starting from Schneeberg chairlift valley station Losenheim
The leisurely circular hike along the Weningersteig leads along the foot of the Schneeberg and through the Nandlgraben.
The leisurely circular hike along the Weningersteig leads along the foot of the Schneeberg and through the Nandlgraben.
The Weningersteig circular hike follows beautiful forest trails at the foot of the Schneeberg and offers unique views. From Losenheim, the trail first heads uphill across the meadow alongside the chairlift. Right next to it is the Alpen Bikepark Schneeberg, so you can watch the bikers on their trails as you go. Further up, you’ll reach the chairlift’s summit station, where the Edelweißhütte invites you to stop for a break. If you’d prefer a more leisurely pace, you can also take the Schneeberg chairlift . From the terraces at the top of the Edelweisshütte, you’ll enjoy a view stretching down into the valley toward Puchberg and all the way to Lake Neusiedl. A stop here is definitely worth it, as you’ll be treated to fresh mountain hut dishes.
Well-fortified, you then hike across the Nandlboden, past the Lahning Ries and the Nandlgrat. Following the romantic forest trails, you’ll eventually reach the Ferdinand-Bürkle Mountain Hut, where an annual mountain mass is held. From here, you’ll enjoy a breathtaking view of the Breite Ries. A few meters lower down, the trail then leads back to Losenheim along a mountain hiking trail .
Your hikes in the Vienna Alps should be a completely beautiful and safe experience. Please note the following:
Preparation:
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Be sure when choosing the route that it matches your experience and fitness. Check the weather report in advance. The weather in the mountains can change surprisingly fast. Therefore, always start out appropriately equipped (e.g., rain protection).
Check whether the huts and snack stations you want to visit along the way are open. Inform someone about your route choice and planned return before you leave.
Always take suitable maps with you. Wear sturdy shoes adapted to the route (hiking boots or trekking shoes), bring sun and rain protection as well as water and a snack. Take your mobile phone and save the mountain rescue emergency number: 140
We start along the yellow marking and the Schneeberg chairlift on the trail. We walk past the Edelweiss Hut and follow the red marking along the Northern Grafensteig to the Breite Ries. There we pass the Ferdinand Bürkle Hut and go downhill, where we keep left on the red marking towards Losenheim - Schneeberg chairlift.
Parking at the valley station of the Schneeberg chairlift in Losenheim.
Arrival from Vienna:
South motorway A2 towards Wiener Neustadt to the exit Wr. Neustadt West. From there along federal road B26 towards Puchberg am Schneeberg. The route is well signposted.
Arrival from Graz:
South motorway A2 towards Vienna to exit Wr. Neustadt West. From there along federal road B26 towards Puchberg am Schneeberg. Follow the signage.
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 am from Vienna main station, return at 4:36 pm from Puchberg station.
Buses also run from Neunkirchen, Ternitz (line 350) and Pernitz (line 330) to Puchberg. Line 350 continues from Puchberg station to Losenheim at the valley station of the Schneeberg chairlift.
More information at www.oebb.at or www.vor.at
Combine your hike with a stay in Puchberg. For example, at the hiking businesses Hotel Restaurant Forellenhof, at the Pension Bruckerhof in comfort rooms of the Hotel Schneeberghof
Leider können wir Ihnen zum jetzigen Zeitpunkt keine Wetterdaten für den Ort anzeigen.
Tourism Association Schneebergland, www.schneebergland.com, +43 / 02636 / 22 56-11
Vienna Alps in Lower Austria, www.wieneralpen.at, +43 / 2622 / 78960
Edelweiss Hut, www.edelweisshuette.at
Schneeberg chairlift, www.schneebergsesselbahn.at
Puchberg am Schneeberg, www.puchberg.at/tourismus
Almreserlhaus, www.almreserlhaus.at
Letzte Änderung: 16 Sept 2026
