Falkenstein Nature Park

Only around an hour away from Vienna and St. Pölten, a real natural gem awaits you: the Falkenstein Nature Park in the municipality of Schwarzau im Gebirge. Nestled between the two highest mountains in Lower Austria - the Schneeberg and the Rax - the park offers a variety of nature experiences for families, hikers, those seeking peace and quiet and adventurers.

6 reasons to visit Falkenstein Nature Park:

1. hiking for all abilities: a 380 km network of trails criss-crosses the region - from leisurely family rounds to sporty summit tours.

• Hiking tips:
  • Baby carriage tour in the Falkensteinstein Nature Park approx. 20 minutes' walk
  • Tour up the Falkenstein: approx. 3 hours walking time and wonderful views

2. relaxation & starry skies: The secluded location and natural surroundings invite you to slow down. Thanks to the low level of light pollution, you can experience a starry sky that is rarely seen here.

3. fog-free autumn: While other places are covered in gray, the nature park is usually covered in fog. In the fall, you can enjoy many more hours of sunshine here than at lower altitudes.

4. summer retreat like back then: get out of the city and into a cool natural paradise: With clear streams, shady forests and fresh mountain air, the nature park is perfect for hot days - including pleasantly cool nights.

5. accessible by public transport

Travel climate-friendly without a car:

• Take the train to Payerbach-Reichenau (approx. 1 hour from Vienna)
• Continue with the RUFbus Semmering-Rax (bus stop 125 Naturpark Falkenstein) or the public bus 341 (Schwarzau im Gebirge town center)

6. experience for children & families

• Animal enclosure & petting zoo
• Fish pond & large playground
• Interactive knowledge transfer about the local flora and fauna - playful and exciting

Falkenstein Nature Park - facts at a glance

Size:

• 14 hectares - compact, but very diverse in terms of landscape

Scenic highlights:

• Flat meadows along the banks of the Schwarza river
• Gentle slopes, impressive rock formations, semi-caves
• springs and small waterfalls
• Highest point: Falkenstein summit (1,011 m)

Flora & fauna:

• Home to rare alpine plants
• With a bit of luck, sightings of chamois in the wild
• Animal enclosure with native game species to observe and experience

Did you know?

The Falkenstein Nature Park is accessible with the RUFbus Semmering-Rax easy and convenient to reach. (Bus stop Falkenstein Nature Park 125)