The Schneebergbahn

Relax on the highest mountain in Lower Austria

A pure mountain experience with a panoramic view of the Vienna Alps: in 1897, the cog railroad steamed up Lower Austria's highest mountain, the Schneeberg, for the first time. Today, the modern tourist portal in Puchberg am Schneeberg serves as the starting point for the trips. During the season, the Salamander train takes just 40 minutes daily to the Hochschneeberg mountain station at 1,800 meters above sea level.

In the summer months, the nostalgic steam train - just like in the days of Emperor Franz Joseph - also sets off in comfort every second Sunday. Once at the top, the unspoiled beauty of nature, the Kaiserin Elisabeth Kircherl, the marked hiking trails and, above all, the unique panoramic views of the surrounding mountains are a delight.

The cooler air pampers body and soul
The cooler mountain air pampers body and soul, especially in summer temperatures. Of course, excellent cuisine is not neglected on the Schneeberg, the cozy huts entice with regional delicacies - the famous Schneebergbuchteln await at the Baumgartner station.

The Hochschneeberg mountain area, designed with nature in mind, invites you to linger and explore with its cozy rest areas, plenty of seating and the spacious adventure playground - great views are always guaranteed. The exciting history of the traditional Schneebergbahn can be experienced with the free Hearonymus audio guide.

Season 2024

The Schneebergbahn is open daily until November 17 and during Advent.

All information about the Schneebergbahn can be found at www.schneebergbahn.at.

Tickets are available in the Niederösterreich Bahnen webshop.

Niederösterreich Bahnen Infocenter Phone: [phone]-1000

E-mail: [e-mail]

The nostalgic steam train runs every second Sunday from June 2 to September 22. The Mountain Advent at the Baumgartner station takes place from December 6 to 8, the Christmas trips on December 24 take guests to the Hengsthütte stop.

Alpine Sunrise
Ride up the highest mountain in Lower Austria before dawn and enjoy the breathtaking sunrise - nature and tranquillity at 1,800 meters above sea level, including a unique view of the Vienna Basin and the Pannonian Plain.

Afterwards, take the Salamander train or walk downhill to Baumgartner station, where a hearty mountain breakfast rounds off the experience. The offer can be booked every Friday from July 5 to August 30, 2024.