From Klein-Mariazell in the Wienerwald to Altenmarkt

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 8,18 km
Duration: 3:30 h
Ascent: 222 m elevation gain
Descent: 244 m elevation gain

From the beautiful pilgrimage site of Klein-Mariazell, we explore the area and walk to Altenmarkt an der Triesting.

Starting point of the tour: Klein-Mariazell Abzweigung
Tour destination: Altenmarkt/Triesting Ortsmitte

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 8,18 km
Duration: 3:30 h
Ascent: 222 m elevation gain
Descent: 244 m elevation gain

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

Lowest point392 m
Highest point564 m

With refreshment stops

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Description

Tip/fun fact: Biodiversity Day has been held in the Vienna Woods Biosphere Reserve since 2006. In 2011, rare species such as the Bechstein's bat and black stork were recorded in Altenmarkt an der Triesting

safety instructions Despite the most careful research, there may be unforeseen short-, medium- or even long-term closures on the routes (e.g. due to forestry restricted areas by landowners). Parking options recommended by us may be private or fee-based – please observe the local signage. Some paths may lead partly or entirely through paid areas (e.g. nature parks or gorges). However, this is usually explicitly pointed out in the description. All information is provided without guarantee and use of the paths is at your own risk. Any path closures and notices from hunters and landowners must be observed.
Equipment Sturdy footwear, water, rain protection
Route description Our hike starts at the bus stop Klein Mariazell Abzweigung. From the bus stop we follow the signs towards the Klein-Mariazell Basilica to the north until we turn right onto the Leopold path. We follow the path and reach the basilica. We choose the right path in front of the basilica past the parking lot and follow the signs of the Via Sacra uphill. We reach the panorama circular path (right) and pass the Hüber cross to the red-marked path towards Hafnerberg. After a short break at the Druid stone, we walk downhill along the stations of the cross to the church at Hafnerberg. From there, we follow the signs toward Neuhaus, until we pass the inn "Zum Kleinen Semmering" and take the first side alley on the right. At the end of the alley, we reach a forest path which we first follow left and then straight downhill (red). We reach the Nöstach federal road, cross it and continue our way to Altenmarkt an der Triesting following the markings.
Parking At Mariazell BasilicaOccasionally in Altenmarkt
Public transport Starting point: By bus to the stop "Klein-Mariazell Abzweigung"End point: By bus to the stop "Altenmarkt/Triesting Ortsmitte"
Editor’s tip Refreshment options along the route Stiftstaverne Klein MariazellGasthaus "Zum Kleinen Semmering"Traditional inn nearbyLandgasthof zum schwarzen AdlerUpdated on: 03.12.2020

Recommended period

Wienerwald Tourismus GmbH
Hauptpltz 11, 3002 Purkersdorf
Tel.: 02231/62176
E-mail: office@wienerwald.info
Website: www.wienerwald.info

Letzte Änderung: 16 Mar 2026