Hike to the Alpenfreunde Hut Krummbachstein (from Puchberg)

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 10,14 km
Duration: 4:00 h
Ascent: 1043 m elevation gain
Descent: 56 m elevation gain

A slightly longer hike from Puchberg up the Krummbachstein to the Alpenfreundehütte, which can be combined with a ride on the Schneebergbahn.

Starting point of the tour: Puchberg am Schneeberg (center/station)
Tour destination: Alpenfreunde Hut at Krummbachstein

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 10,14 km
Duration: 4:00 h
Ascent: 1043 m elevation gain
Descent: 56 m elevation gain

Fitness level required:
3/6

Lowest point574 m
Highest point1563 m

Nice views
With refreshment stops

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Description

The hike to the Alpenfreundhütte on the Krummbachstein, starting in Puchberg, first runs along the Schneebergbahn past the Galerie & Atelier VOKA, the Hengsthütte and the Ternitzerhütte. This section of the trail can also be combined with a leisurely ride on the Schneebergbahn. After the Ternitzerhütte, you hike along forest paths up to the Krumbachstein summit at an altitude of 1602 meters. An incredibly beautiful view of Hochschneeberg, Rax and Semmering awaits you here. The Alpenfreundehütte at 1,568 meters Seehühe is the perfect place to take a break. In addition to a fully equipped kitchen for self-cooking, the small, cozy self-catering hut also offers a bar with schnapps and non-alcoholic juices. If you want to fortify yourself before the summit, you can also branch off after the Ternitzerhütte to the Baumgartner stop and try the famous Schneeberg-Buchtln. You can also take the Schneebergbahn cable car to the stop or hike up(hike to the Baumgartner stop). From here, it takes around 1.5 hours to reach the Krummbachstein. Another alternative route leads from Payerbach via the Naturfreundehütte Knofeleben to the hut on the Krummbachstein in 4 hours.

The trail along the Wiener Alpenbogen - Arc of the Viennese Alps (trail) also leads past the Alpenfreundehütte on the Knofeleben - Edelweißhütte stage. If you want to walk from Schneeberg towards Krumbachstein, it is best to choose this route.

safety instructions Your hikes in the Vienna Alps should be a wonderful and safe experience. Please observe the following:PreparationMake sure when choosing the route that it matches your experience and fitness. Inform yourself in advance about the weather forecast. The weather can change surprisingly quickly in the mountains. Always start well-equipped accordingly (e.g. rain protection).Check if the huts and snack stations you want to visit along the way are open. Inform someone about the chosen route and your planned return before you set out.More safety tips for your hike can be found here.
Equipment Always take suitable maps with you. Wear sturdy shoes adapted to the route, take sun and rain protection as well as water and a small snack. Take your mobile phone with you and save the mountain rescue emergency number: 140
Route description From the Puchberg am Schneeberg train station, we start through the town along the cog railway tracks. The path along the tracks leads us through the districts of Muthenhof and Hengsttal. Over the Hauslitzsattel, we pass by a place to stop, the Hengsthütte. After the Hengsthütte, we keep left and walk through the high forest. We reach a large alpine meadow with the Ternitzerhütte. Past the Ternitzerhütte, we follow the trail that ends in a path. At the path, we keep left and reach a road again. We walk right along this road and, after the curve, turn onto the path branching off to the right. We now continue straight on the path for about 800 meters, crossing a road on the way. We reach an intersection. Here, we follow the green-marked path straight ahead. The green marking continues right to the Alpenfreunde Hut at Krummbachstein.
Parking Directly at the Schneeberg railway station or along the parking guidance system.
Getting there From Vienna:Motorway A2 south in the direction of Wiener Neustadt to the Wr. Neustadt West exit. From there along federal road B26 towards Puchberg am Schneeberg. The route is well signed. From Graz:Motorway A2 south towards Vienna to the Neunkirchen West exit. From there along federal road B26 towards Puchberg am Schneeberg. Follow the signs.
Public transport Take the regional train from Wr. Neustadt main station to Puchberg am Schneeberg and get off at the last station. More information can be found at or www.vor.at
Editor’s tip Combine your hike with a stay in Puchberg. For example, at hiking establishments like Hotel Restaurant Forellenhof, at the Pension Bruckerhof in comfort rooms of the Hotel Schneeberghof or at the Wellness Kneipp Cure Hotel Wanzenböck.

Recommended period

Vienna Alps in Lower Austria, www.wieneralpen.at, +43 / 2622 / 78960

Schneeberg railway,

Puchberg am Schneeberg, www.puchberg.at/tourismus

Letzte Änderung: 25 Feb 2026