Wolfgang Church - Kernstockwarte

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 4,80 km
Duration: 2:07 h
Ascent: 283 m elevation gain
Descent: 282 m elevation gain

Leisurely hike from the Wolfgangskirche to the Kernstockwarte with a magnificent view of the Wechsel region, Stuhleck, Rax and Schneeberg.

Starting point of the tour: Wolfgang Church
Tour destination: Wolfgang Church

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 4,80 km
Duration: 2:07 h
Ascent: 283 m elevation gain
Descent: 282 m elevation gain

Fitness level required:
3/6
Overall experience:
4/6
Scenery:
5/6

Lowest point574 m
Highest point855 m

Round tour
Nice views
With refreshment stops
Accessibility by train and bus
Suitable for families and children

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Description

safety instructions The route partly runs through forests and over unpaved paths. In case of snow, the paths are not cleared and may have icy or slippery spots. Use of the paths is at your own risk. It is recommended to consider the early dusk and to carefully plan your hikes.
Equipment Sturdy footwear, poles (with snow plates in snow), waterproof outdoor clothing, hat, gloves, scarf or multifunctional cloth, backpack, headlamp (days are shorter in winter), sunglasses, sun and/or cold protection, water bottle or thermos are essential in winter.
Route description The starting point of the hike is the Gothic Wolfgang Church. Via the Kirchgraben hiking trail, we reach the Wolf farm. After about 300 m we turn right into a forest path towards Kernstockwarte where we meet the Kernstockwarte-Ramssattel hiking trail (green marking). From there we follow the signs towards Kernstockwarte. The last few hundred meters must be hiked on a steeply ascending rocky footpath. Once at the top, we are rewarded with a magnificent panoramic view of the Wechsel region, Stuhleck, Rax, and Schneeberg.The return route follows a narrow path over which we reach the Kernstockwarte-Ramssattel hiking trail (green marking) again. We follow the signs towards Kalvarienberg and via the Kalvarienberg and the Kernstockwarte-Ramssattel hiking trail (green marking) we pass the parish church and elementary school back to the Wolfgang Church.
Parking Free parking spaces are available in the town area.
Getting there On the A2 take the Aspang exit to Kirchberg am Wechsel or on the A2 - S6 take the Gloggnitz exit to Kirchberg
Public transport By Südbahn to Gloggnitz station and by bus no. 367 of Retter Linien to Kirchberg am Wechsel/town centerBy Südbahn to Aspang station and by regional bus to Kirchberg am WechselMore information at route planner VOR AnachB
Editor’s tip Worth seeing: Wolfgang ChurchAccording to legend, St. Wolfgang is said to have founded the church. The church can only be visited with a guided tour. Registrations for a visit are possible at the tourist office under phone number 02641/2460.KalvarienbergThe Kalvarienberg was built in 1713/14 after the end of the plague. These are not the usual 14 Stations of the Cross, but chapels with realistic depictions of the mysteries of the Sorrowful Rosary.

Recommended period

A hiking map of Kirchberg with all hiking and walking trails is available at the tourist office

Dining options: Gasthaus St. Wolfgang, Wirtshaus Grüner Baum

Letzte Änderung: 16 Mar 2026