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Mariazell railway (St. Pölten - Mariazell)
Tour Starting from St. Pölten main station
- Difficulty: Easy
- Distance: 84,05 km
- Duration: 2:30 h
- Ascent: 1969 m elevation gain
- Descent: 1389 m elevation gain
Mariazell Railway - The most beautiful combination of technology and nature.
- Starting point of the tour
- St. Pölten main station
- Tour destination
- Mariazell station
- Difficulty: Easy
- Distance: 84,05 km
- Duration: 2:30 h
- Ascent: 1969 m elevation gain
- Descent: 1389 m elevation gain
- Fitness level required:1/6
- Overall experience:6/6
- Scenery:6/6
- Lowest point267 m
- Highest point892 m
- Nice views
- With refreshment stops
- Accessibility by train and bus
- Suitable for families and children
Description
102 years after the electrification of the Mariazell Railway, the future of the traditional narrow-gauge railroad began in 2013 with new vehicles - the Himmelstreppe.
The new vehicles have been in use on the Mariazell Railway line since September 2013. Nine low-floor railcars and four panorama cars make up the fleet. The modern interior, full air conditioning and passenger information system make the journey a pleasure. The spacious compartments offer plenty of room for bicycles, baby carriages and passengers with limited mobility.
- Route description The Mariazell railway runs for a length of 85 kilometers from the Lower Austrian state capital St. Pölten to the famous Styrian pilgrimage destination Mariazell, overcoming 619 meters in altitude. The highest point of the route is at 892 meters above sea level in the Gösing tunnel, the longest tunnel at 2,369 meters. The largest viaduct spans 113 meters in length and 37 meters in height over the Saugraben.
- Parking It is best to use the ÖBB park-and-ride facilities, which are free of charge for passengers.
- Getting there From the West Autobahn A1, take the exit St. Pölten East or South towards the center or station.
- Public transport Travel by train to St. Pölten main station and change there to the Mariazell railway (platform 13).
- Editor’s tip The Himmelstreppe offers a very special railway experience with four panoramic carriages.
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Tomorrow, 11.03.2026
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Letzte Änderung: 25 Feb 2026