Waterway in Grimmenstein

Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 6,50 km
Duration: :hour h
Ascent: 65 m elevation gain
Descent: 65 m elevation gain

A leisurely circular walk along the waterway in Grimmenstein.

Starting point of the tour: Town hall square, Grimmenstein
Tour destination: Town hall square, Grimmenstein

Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 6,50 km
Duration: :hour h
Ascent: 65 m elevation gain
Descent: 65 m elevation gain

Fitness level required:
2/6
Overall experience:
5/6
Scenery:
5/6

Lowest point389 m
Highest point450 m

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

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Description

One of the many beautiful hiking trails in and around Grimmenstein is the water trail. It leads hiking enthusiasts along the Pitten through a varied environment. The starting point is the town hall square in Grimmenstein, which is the center of social activity depending on the time of year. From there, the trail stretches north through huts to Petersbaumgarten. There, refreshments await walkers at Gasthaus Pichler. The route then continues through the valley settlement along the Kegelbach stream. For a short distance, the path slowly leads through a wooded area back towards Grimmenstein. Especially in summer when temperatures are high, the woodland offers variety and, above all, shade. The last part of the trail is similar to the beginning, and when you finally reach the town hall square, you can end the day comfortably there.

Accessibility:

Between Grimmenstein and Petersbaumgarten, the path is suitable for baby carriages and wheelchair users. From there, the trail can either be walked back or taken back to Grimmenstein via the train stop in Petersbaumgarten.

safety instructions Your hikes in the Vienna Alps should be a thoroughly beautiful and safe experience. Please therefore observe the following:PreparationMake sure when choosing the route that it corresponds to your mountain experience and fitness. Check the weather forecast in advance. The weather can change surprisingly quickly in the mountains. Therefore, always start out suitably equipped (e.g. rain protection).Check whether the huts and snack stations you want to visit along the way are open. Inform someone about your route choice and planned return before you set off.More safety tips for your hike can be found here.
Equipment Always bring suitable maps. Wear sturdy shoes adapted to the route, take sun and rain protection as well as water and a small snack. Take your mobile phone and save the mountain rescue emergency number: 140
Route description The starting point of the route is the town hall square. From there, the path leads over Schulgasse and the Oberer Auweg. Following the signposts towards Petersbaumgarten, turn left along the Pitten on the Thermal Cycle Path. In Petersbaumgarten, there is a right turn past the motorway maintenance depot. Shortly afterwards, the Gasthaus Pichler is reached, where the federal road is crossed at the same level. Along the Kegelbach, the path leads to the Ursula spring near the valley settlement. Then continue to the right, heading south, through the forest back to Grimmenstein, following the signs towards Grimmenstein (marked with G2).The Kieneggerstraße is reached and the federal road is crossed again. Through huts and over the Weidensteg, it goes back to the Oberer Auweg, which is followed to Schulgasse. This ends directly at the starting point, the town hall square.The path is marked with G2.
Parking Parking lot and Park+Ride in the immediate vicinity of the town hall square.
Getting there You can reach Grimmenstein from Vienna via the A2 and B 54.
Public transport More information can be found on www.oebb.at and www.vor.at
Editor’s tip The Gasthaus Pichler is closed on Wednesdays, otherwise it offers hearty home-style cooking as well as accommodation possibilities.

Recommended period

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

Opening hours: Mon - Thu 08:30 - 16:00 / Fri 08:30 - 13:00

Letzte Änderung: 25 Feb 2026