Hirtenberg

The market town of Hirtenberg in the district of Baden lies at the end of the Triesting Valley. This is where the Triesting river flows from the Vienna Woods into the Vienna Basin. Finds prove that the area was settled as early as the Neolithic Age. The "Feste Huotto" was first mentioned in documents in the 13th century. Today, there are several cultural sights to discover in Hirtenberg. Beautiful hiking trails invite you to explore the landscape - along vineyards, across gentle meadows and through the forest.

Hike & discover Hirtenberg
The hikes from Hirtenberg lead to the surrounding hills such as Lindenberg, Pfarrkogel and Guglzipf (with viewing tower). Despite the low altitude, the best views await you everywhere. The Hirtenberg Lindenberg loop is an easy hiking route that takes less than two hours. The route is even suitable for families with baby carriages. The moderate Pfarrkogel circuit is a medium-level tip.

Sights in Hirtenberg
The neo-Gothic Hirtenberg parish church is well worth a visit: the picturesque Kaiser-Jubiläums-Kirche is dedicated to St. Elisabeth and was donated in 1898 to mark the 50th anniversary of the reign of Emperor Franz Joseph. Next to the church is the soldiers' memorial from 1932, crowned by a bronze eagle. Another special feature: the site of today's Hirtenberg prison housed the Imperial and Royal Officers' Orphanage from 1898 to 1918. Officierswaiseninstitut from 1898 to 1918.

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