Railway hiking trail Puchenstuben to Wienerbruck

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 13,51 km
Duration: 4:00 h
Ascent: 379 m elevation gain
Descent: 403 m elevation gain

Hiking along the time-honored Mariazell Railway, in the wonderful landscape of the Mostviertel, the Ötscher always in view!

Starting point of the tour: Puchenstuben station
Tour destination: Wienerbruck station

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 13,51 km
Duration: 4:00 h
Ascent: 379 m elevation gain
Descent: 403 m elevation gain

Fitness level required:
3/6
Overall experience:
3/6
Scenery:
5/6

Lowest point790 m
Highest point1119 m

Nice views
With refreshment stops
Accessibility by train and bus
Suitable for families and children

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Description

The railroad hiking trail runs along the entire route of the Mariazell Railway from St. Pölten to Mariazell. One of the most beautiful sections crosses the Ötscher-Tormäuer Nature Park. A public journey on the Mariazell Railway to Puchenstuben station is highly recommended. From Puchenstuben, the hike initially leads towards Turmkogel on gravel roads or a wide path. It is therefore no problem to take a baby carriage with you! The highest point is reached at the Wegscheidhäusel and the trail heads downhill towards Gösing.

The hike then continues downhill to Annaberg-Reith and along the Wienerbruck reservoir to the Ötscher base in Wienerbruck. Once there, the Seegasthaus invites you to linger and rest before taking the Mariazellerbahn back to Puchenstuben.

safety instructions The route is low-barrier but not barrier-free!
Equipment Hiking clothing, sturdy footwear, drink
Route description At the Puchenstuben station, start uphill towards the town center and Turmkogel. From the hairpin bend at the edge of the town, follow a forest road always close to the tracks of the Mariazellerbahn to Brandeben with the Turmkogel mountain lodge (1108 m) and over the Wegscheidhäusel to Obergösing. After 1 km walk along the road towards Wastl by the forest on the "old road" (forest trail) to Annakreuz and downhill to Annaberg-Reith (Protestant church). From Annaberg-Reith, follow the reservoir circular hiking trail along the Wienerbruck reservoir to the Ötscher Base in Wienerbruck.
Parking At the Ötscher Base, paid parking is available - €5/day. The income from parking management benefits the maintenance of the nature park. (coin payment only at the parking meter)There are a few free parking spaces at the Puchenstuben station. Otherwise, parking in the village is possible.
Getting there From Linz: A1 motorway; exit Ybbs; direction Wieselburg and Scheibbs (about 1.5 hours from Linz)From Vienna: A1 motorway; exit St. Pölten via Pielachtal (about 1.5 hours from Vienna)From Styria (Graz): S35 towards Leoben to Bruck/Mur junction, B116 to Kapfenberg, B20 towards Mariazell
Public transport Mariazellerbahn from St. Pölten or Mariazell to Puchenstuben.
Editor’s tip Don't forget your camera – the route offers unique views of the Ötscher!