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Großer Gipfelweg

ModerateBurgenland · Austria

GPX
Distance
12.0 km (7.5 mi)
Elevation gain
264 m (866 ft)
Typical time
2 hr 54 min
Difficulty
Moderate
Route type
Loop
Highest point
Not recorded

About Großer Gipfelweg

Großer Gipfelweg is a 12.0 km hiking route in Burgenland, Austria. It climbs roughly 264 m (866 ft) along the way. Most people take around 2 hr 54 min at a comfortable pace, plus stops. The effort is honest but manageable, and the hardest section is over quickly.

Everything builds toward the summit, and the last section is steep enough that the view arrives all at once.

The circuit closes on itself, which makes logistics simple: one car park, one round of 7.5 mi. The route is waymarked and marked on the ground with its own symbol, so navigation is straightforward in good visibility.

It walks well across three seasons, with spring and autumn offering the best combination of light, temperature and quiet paths. The nearest town of any size is Wiener Neustadt, about 5.7 km away, which is where most people base themselves. The route is maintained by Gemeinde Katzelsdorf.

In short, Großer Gipfelweg suits regular walkers who want a full day without technical ground. Dog access is not formally recorded here, so check locally before bringing one.

Route map

Moderate12.0 km264 m

Route line from OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL. View the source relation

The route in detail

The loop is usually walked clockwise from the main trailhead. The gradient is spread evenly, so there is no single section that dictates your pace. The upper section is where the route earns its reputation, and it is also where weather changes fastest. The return leg is the reverse of the outward journey, which makes it easy to judge remaining time.

Highlights

  • Summit push
  • Waymarked route
  • Circular route, no backtracking
  • Waymarked and signposted

Know before you go

Best season
April to October
Waymarked
Yes, signed on the ground
Surface
Mixed natural surface
Dogs
Not recorded, check locally
Wheelchair access
Not accessible
Entrance fee
No fee recorded
Camping
Not recorded
Drinking water
Carry your own
Toilets
Not recorded
Mobile coverage
Generally usable
Parking
Park at the trailhead, arrive early in high season
Emergency
112 in Europe, 911 in North America

How this trail scores

Computed from distance, ascent, terrain features, surface and access data.

Scenery
67/100

Terrain features, relief and photographic interest

Adventure
57/100

Distance, ascent and how wild the ground is

Difficulty
35/100

Effort index from distance and climbing

Accessibility
57/100

Surface, gradient and ease of reaching it

Family
6/100

Suitability for children who already walk

Dogs
62/100

Access rules, terrain and water along the way

Tips from the trail

  • Early morning and late afternoon give the best light and the quietest paths.
  • Aim for april to october for the most reliable conditions.
  • Leave nothing behind, including fruit peel, and stay on the marked line to protect the ground either side.

Warnings

  • Outside the main season expect snow, ice or closed access on the higher sections.

Safety

Emergency services in Austria are reached on 112. Tell someone your route and expected finish time before you set off, particularly if you are walking alone. Mobile coverage is generally usable along this route, but do not rely on it as your only plan. If the weather deteriorates, descending the way you came is almost always the safer option.

What to bring

  • Comfortable, broken-in hiking shoes or boots
  • Weatherproof jacket
  • At least 1.5 litres of water
  • Sun hat, sunglasses and high-factor sun cream
  • Small first aid kit including blister plasters

Photography

Shoot the first hour after sunrise from the higher ground: the low angle picks out every ridge and the valleys still hold mist. Because it is a loop, the light changes direction as you go, so save some memory for the back half. A wide lens captures the scale, but a short telephoto is what turns a good view into a photograph.

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