Helenental cycle path

Cycling route for excursions from Baden bei Wien to Alland

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  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Route: 16,40 km
  • Ascent: 97 egm
  • Descent: 3 egm
  • Duration: 1:15 h
  • Lowest point: 234 m
  • Highest point:328 m
Features
  • Nice views
  • With refreshment stops
  • Suitable for families and children
  • Cultural/historical value

Details for: Helenental cycle path

Brief description

The Helenental cycle path begins in Baden, guiding you through the charming spa town and then along the Schwechat River through the romantic Helenental Valley. Almost the entire route runs through forest, making it especially refreshing in summer. It is considered one of the most beautiful cycle paths in the Vienna Woods.

Description

Parallel to the "G'schichten aus dem Wienerwald. The Hiking Trail", the romantic Helenental Cycle Path leads from Baden through the region’s expansive vineyards and into the picturesque Helenental Valley. Look forward to an idyllic cycling route perfect for excursions, offering pleasant shade and a cooling breeze along the Schwechat River—especially welcome during the warmer months.

Highlights:

  • Through the imperial spa town of Baden
  • Along the refreshing Schwechat River
  • Through the romantic forested Helenental Valley
  • Family-friendly cycle path from Baden to Alland
Starting point of the tour

Baden bei Wien

Destination point of the tour

Alland

Route description Helenental cycle path

A very beautiful, family-friendly excursion cycling route with no significant elevation gain. The Helenental cycle path starts in Baden - often used as a connection to the Thermenradweg (EuroVelo 9). It first leads along the vineyard landscape (Rieden), then directly through the Helenental valley. At Sattelbach, the route continues along the local road (Badenerstraße 210) towards Mayerling, then at the end of Sattelbach follows the new cycle path to Mayerling and from there continues on the new cycle path to Alland.

More info/links

Excellent public transport connections (Vienna Badner Bahn and ÖBB) as well as a link to the Thermenradweg.

Safety information

Please be cautious in the Baden area!
All potential hazards along the route are clearly marked. At Sattelbach, please use the new crossing and continue through the village. Cycling on these routes during the winter season is at your own risk! Please ride carefully—there is no winter maintenance on the paths.

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