Pitten, a picturesque little town in the district of Neunkirchen in Austria, is not only known for its idyllic landscape, but also for the many opportunities for hiking. The geographical location of Pitten offers an ideal starting point for hikes of varying degrees of difficulty and length.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Pitten
Hiking Trail
· Vienna Alps
Weißjakel - Leiding
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
10.7 km
3:00 h
308 m
308 m
A circular hike from Pitten train station to the Weißjakelsender - Weißjaklgipfel - Leiding - Grafenkreuz - Pitten
Hiking Trail
· Vienna Alps
Stupfenreith - Heidenberg - Leiding
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
13.1 km
3:50 h
430 m
429 m
A hike for cool seasons in the vicinity of Pitten and Bad Erlach at the foothills of the Bucklige Welt, on 2022-03-19
Hiking Trail
· Vienna Alps
Bucklige Welt
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
10.6 km
2:50 h
97 m
85 m
The Bucklige Welt with its over 1,000 hills has a lot to offer. A good network of hiking trails meets many demands. Definitely worth seeing is the baroque parsonage in Pitten with its beautiful rose garden.
Hiking Trail
· Vienna Alps
Cultural Hiking Trail - Bad Erlach (BE 3)
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
16.7 km
5:00 h
328 m
328 m
The long route of the cultural hiking trail is around 20 km long and connects the most important sights of the thermal spa community. It takes a good five hours of walking (without breaks) to complete the trail.
The short route of the Marterlweg connects the Marterln in the village as well as chapels and St. Anthony's Church. The Marterlweg is 5km long and takes around an hour to complete.
Hiking Trail
· Vienna Alps
WAB - Stage 2: Bad Erlach - Thernberg
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
13.5 km
3:46 h
299 m
214 m
The 2nd stage of the Wiener Alpenbogen (WAB) route leads with gentle ups and downs over fields, meadows, groves, and settlements through the world of humps and hills.
Hiking Trail
· Vienna Alps
Bad Erlach cultural hiking trail (short route) (BE 2)
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
9.1 km
2:30 h
117 m
117 m
The short version of the Bad Erlach cultural hiking trail is 9.1 km long and can be completed in around 2 hours. The circular trail leads past the most interesting sights of the town and along beautiful hiking trails in the countryside.
Hiking Trail
· Vienna Alps
Rosalia Circular Route - Stage from Pitten to Wr. Neustadt
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
19 km
4:35 h
22 m
80 m
A leisurely tour mostly along the rivers Pitten and Leitha without too many climbs from Pitten to Wiener Neustadt.
Hiking Trail
· Vienna Alps
Pitten circular hiking route - Marketplace - Weißjackl - Marketplace (PI 1)
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
10.9 km
3:45 h
319 m
319 m
The leisurely circular hiking trail starting from Pitten leads past beautiful viewpoints over the Weißjackl at 576 m.
Hiking Trail
· Vienna Alps
Hiking tip for advanced: Pitten–Grimmenstein
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
24.5 km
7:30 h
738 m
660 m
Enjoyable day tour in the northern Bucklige Welt from Pitten via Thernberg and Kaltenberg to Grimmenstein.
Hiking Trail
· Vienna Alps
Rosalia circular hiking route - stage Klingfurth to Pitten
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
20.1 km
5:25 h
436 m
488 m
This route takes you through forests with beautiful viewpoints through the two communities of Bad Erlach and Walpersbach with refreshment stops and buildings worth seeing along the way.
One of the most popular hiking tours in Pitten leads through the Hohe Wand Nature Park. Here, hiking enthusiasts can explore the breathtaking beauty of the region on well-signposted hiking trails. From gentle hills to steep rock formations, this park offers a varied backdrop for outdoor enthusiasts.
The nearby Wartholz Castle is also particularly worth seeing and is perfect as a starting point or stopover for a hike. The impressive building with its magnificent architecture and surrounding park invites you to pause for a moment and enjoy the special atmosphere.
There are also numerous child-friendly hiking trails around Pitten for families with children. The Fairytale Forest Trail, for example, takes little adventurers into a magical world full of stories and fantasy. On this circular trail children can playfully get to know their surroundings and have lots of fun.
The best seasons for hiking in Pitten are spring and autumn. During these months, nature shines in its full splendour - colourful flower meadows in spring and shining leaves in autumn make every hike an unforgettable experience.
Whether you are an experienced hiker or a beginner, Pitten offers something for every hiking enthusiast. From leisurely walks along the riverbanks to challenging mountain tours - everyone will find the right hiking route here. The well-marked paths and routes ensure that you can easily find your way around this enchanting landscape.
All in all, Pitten is a true paradise for all nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. With its diverse hiking opportunities, impressive sights and the special charm of the little town, a hike in Pitten will be an unforgettable experience for young and old. So lace up your hiking boots and explore the picturesque surroundings of Pitten!
The nearby Wartholz Castle is also particularly worth seeing and is perfect as a starting point or stopover for a hike. The impressive building with its magnificent architecture and surrounding park invites you to pause for a moment and enjoy the special atmosphere.
There are also numerous child-friendly hiking trails around Pitten for families with children. The Fairytale Forest Trail, for example, takes little adventurers into a magical world full of stories and fantasy. On this circular trail children can playfully get to know their surroundings and have lots of fun.
The best seasons for hiking in Pitten are spring and autumn. During these months, nature shines in its full splendour - colourful flower meadows in spring and shining leaves in autumn make every hike an unforgettable experience.
Whether you are an experienced hiker or a beginner, Pitten offers something for every hiking enthusiast. From leisurely walks along the riverbanks to challenging mountain tours - everyone will find the right hiking route here. The well-marked paths and routes ensure that you can easily find your way around this enchanting landscape.
All in all, Pitten is a true paradise for all nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. With its diverse hiking opportunities, impressive sights and the special charm of the little town, a hike in Pitten will be an unforgettable experience for young and old. So lace up your hiking boots and explore the picturesque surroundings of Pitten!
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