The Schneeberg
The king of the Viennese Alps rises high above the surrounding countryside, confirming its status as the highest mountain in Lower Austria at 2075 m. The Schneebergbahn railway transports you from the climatic spa resort of Puchberg up into this mountain paradise. Expect untouched nature, marked hiking trails and incredible views! 

Fancy a day-trip...? The Schneebergbahn looks forward to welcoming you!
 
The Salamander

Our train takes you 10 km closer to heaven on this tour into the high-alpine region of the Schneeberg. Lush meadows, the scent of coniferous forests and the magnificent panaroma of the beautiful mountain scenery pass you by as the tour makes its way up the mountain at a leisurely pace. When you finally alight at Austria's highest railway station (1,800 m above sea level) you will be impressed by the performance of this little train.

Our Salamander trains have overcome an altitude of 1218 m on a journey of 9.8 km. Now it's your turn to enjoy the beauty of our mountains or the culinary delights on offer...
 
Nostalgia steam train
Travel like they did back in the Emperors' day! This narrow-gauged cog railway, combined with the might of the Schneeberg mountain offers railway enthusiasts and nature-lovers the fascinating combination of railway romance and alpine mountain scenery. Allow yourself to be transported back in time!

Nostalgia steam trains are scheduled to run on Sundays and public holidays  from 4th July till 5th September as well as on request  for special tours!

Uphill tour: 10:15 Return tour: 14:45

 
 
Salamander chairlift, in operation all-year round

The Salamander chairlift is located just 6 km from Puchberg,  in the idyllic
district of Losenheim. The chairlift transports hikers and winter sports fans, at all times of year, from an altitude of 840 m to 1210 m in just a few minutes.

The mountain station is the ideal starting point for walks on and around the highest mountain in Lower Austria.

 

 
 

HIKING

Good day for a hike?
Here you will find an overview of the hiking trails on and around the Schneeberg:
wanderwege.pdf.

The latest weather forecasts also available.