Circular hike around Exelberg

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 11,02 km
Duration: 3:45 h
Ascent: 320 m elevation gain
Descent: 327 m elevation gain

Rather leisurely hike. There are several playgrounds for children along the way. The only challenging part is the steep path from the Rieglerhütte up to the Sophienalpe. From the "Red Cross" you have a beautiful view over Vienna.

Starting point of the tour: Stop 43A Höhenstraße/Marswiese
Tour destination: Stop 43A Höhenstraße/Marswiese

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 11,02 km
Duration: 3:45 h
Ascent: 320 m elevation gain
Descent: 327 m elevation gain

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

Lowest point263 m
Highest point504 m

Round tour
With refreshment stops
Suitable for families and children

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Tip/Fun-Fact: The playground in Schwarzenbergpark has a lot to offer, and not just for the little ones. At the Infopoint you can find out interesting facts about the town and the Vienna Woods Biosphere Reserve.

safety instructions Despite the most careful research, unforeseen short-, medium-, or even long-term closures (e.g. due to forestry closures by landowners) may occur on the routes. Parking options recommended by us may be private or subject to fees – please pay attention to the signage on site. Some paths may partly or entirely pass through fee-required operations/areas (e.g. nature parks or gorges). However, this is usually explicitly pointed out in the description. All information is provided without guarantee and the use of the paths is at your own risk. Any path closures as well as notices from hunting and landowners must be observed.
Route description The hike starts at Marswiese (bus stop 43A). Heading east, we turn right at the first opportunity and then again right into the forest. We follow the green marking and reach Schottenhof. Once there, we cross the street and hike towards Riegler Hut (yellow). From there we continue until we reach a fork in the path. Here we keep left and follow the marking to Riegler Hut. Just before crossing a bridge, we turn right and follow the yellow markings to the hut. Now we keep right on the gravel road and reach Sophienalpe via a steep path. Once at the top, we turn right and follow the blue marking to the "Red Cross." We leave the asphalt road to the right and come onto a large meadow where we enjoy a wonderful view over Vienna. We continue along the blue-marked hiking trail, a forest path right next to Tullnerstraße. As soon as the path ends, we cross the street and take the gravel road towards Schwarzenbergpark. Following the main path, we turn right towards Schwarzenbergpark. After a few minutes downhill, we keep left until we come to an asphalt path. Here we turn right and go straight ahead towards Schwarzenbergallee until we finally arrive back at Marswiese.
Parking At the Marswiese sports center
Public transport By bus to the stop "43A Höhenstraße/Marswiese"
Editor’s tip Refreshment options along the routeKlee am HanslteichManameiereiZur AlleeSophienalpeRiegler HutUpdated on: 05.11.2020

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Letzte Änderung: 16 Mar 2026