Description
Tip/Fun-Fact: Since 2006, the BPWW has hosted the “Tag der Artenvielfalt” (Biodiversity Day). In 2011, there were confirmed sightings of rare species such as Bechstein's bat and black storks in Altenmarkt an der Triesting.
Starting point of the tour
Klein-Mariazell Abzweigung
Destination point of the tour
Altenmarkt/Triesting Ortsmitte
Route description Mariazell im Wienerwald – Altenmarkt
Our hiking route starts at the “Klein-Mariazell Abzweigung” bus stop. From the bus stop, we will head north and follow the signs for the Klein-Mariazell Basilica, before turning right onto Leopoldpfad. We will follow the path, and head
to the basilica. We will bear right as we head to the basilica, passing the car park and following the signs for Via Sacra uphill. We will head along the panoramic circular route (right) and then past the Hüber-Kreuz and onto the red route towards Hafnerberg. After a short rest at the druid stones, we will follow Kreuzweg to the church on the Hafnerberg. From there, we will follow the signs for Neuhaus, until we pass the “Zum Kleinen Semmering” inn, and turn off down the first lane on the right. At the end of the lane, we will come to a forest path, which we will follow to the left and then straight downhill (red route). When we reach the main road in Nöstach, we will cross it and follow the signs to make our way to Altenmarkt an der Triesting.
Parking
At the Basilika Mariazell
Occasional in Altenmarkt
Arrival with public transport
Start point: by bus to the stop "Klein-Mariazell Abzweigung"
End point: by bus to the stop "Altenmarkt/Triesting Ortsmitte
