Private Semmering Railway Hike
We'll hike the route of the world's first mountain railway, the UNESCO listed 'Semmeringbahn', completed in 1854. Breathe alpine fresh mountain air and take in soulful views & wondrous feats of human engineering in Lower Austria's highest region. Suitable for railway, nature & hiking enthusiasts alike, our tour gets you out of Vienna and into the wild.
From beautiful alpine vistas to marvellous viaducts and bridges intricately woven into the mountain landscape. The Semmering Railway is a photographer's dream and one of the best places to go hiking near Vienna.
I am a trained first aider & wildlife biologist, so let me guide you safely through the hills and forests - no organisation, stress, nor clock watching required. Disengage your brain and plug into nature instead!
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Private Semmering Railway Hike
What's included in Private Semmering Railway Hike
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
BahnhofCity Wien Hauptbahnhof
We meet at the main entrance of Vienna’s central railway station, the ‘Hauptbanhof’, for initial introductions before boarding the train to Semmering. En route we'll have plenty of time to talk about the upcoming hike and to get to know each other better!
The first stage of our hiking route takes us from Semmering to what is arguably the most famous & spectacular viewpoint of the entire railway, one that was immortalised on the old 20 schilling note used in Austria before they adopted the euro. Perhaps the most impressive visual spectacle along the entire Semmering Railway (and there’s a lot of competition in this category!) is the mighty two-tiered Kalte Rinne Viaduct. While railway enthusiasts may already be aware of this magnificent feat of engineering, anyone can appreciate how beautifully it has blended with nature, thanks to the visionary designer, Carl von Ghega.
Breitenstein am Semmering
At the end of the hike, we stop for much deserved refreshments at a traditional Austrian tavern, where beer is served – hooray! On our return journey back to Vienna we use regional trains to enjoy the rest of the mountain railway and its gorgeous views at a nice relaxed pace. You’ll arrive back to Vienna’s main station at around 5pm.
Inclusions
- Dedicated native English-speaking hiking guide
- Return train travel to and from the region
- Nordic walking poles of various sizes are provided on request
- Lunch
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please check the weather foreacast for Semmering on the day of your tour and dress accordingly!
- The trails are mostly flat and clear but sturdier walking/hiking shoes are nonetheless recommended
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- On the main concourse level just walk outside to the main entrance (the one with the big clock and the words 'Wien Hauptbanhof' on the glass wall above the doors). Locate the handsome guy carrying a Thomas the Tank Engine in his hand and you're in the right spot!
