Schöffelstein
Mountain summit
Description
The 425m high Schöffelstein is considered a local mountain of the Viennese. It is located in the Vienna Woods near Purkersdorf. It can be reached from Vienna by public transport. The mountain is named after the "savior of the Vienna Woods", Josef Schöffel. Schöffel successfully fought against deforestation in 1872.
Hike to the Schöffelstein
A marked forest road leads from Purkersdorf to the Schöffelstein. There is a memorial stone at the summit in honor of Josef Schöffel.
Excursion tips in the surrounding area
- Purkersdorf Nature Park is pure nature and not just an experience for families, but for everyone who wants to discover the Vienna Woods. The green antechamber of Vienna surrounds a wooded area with extensive beech forests and the Rudolfswarte (475m) as the highest elevation.
- Purkersdorf climbing park - climbing fun on easy courses and adrenaline-filled high and challenging courses at dizzying heights!
