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Excursion tips

20-Schilling-View Semmering

Summer

Semmering has plenty to offer even outside of the winter season. You can go hiking with breathtaking views, mountain biking on a variety of trails, or try summer tobogganing, enjoy a swim, or play a round of golf. There is also an adventure park with a high ropes course.

A bird's eye view of Semming in winter

Winter

During the winter, Semmering is a paradise for snow sports enthusiasts. They can go skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, tobogganing, or simply enjoy the winter hiking trails – all this just an hour away from Vienna.

Teenager on the high ropes course

Excursion tip

Forest ropes course on Hirschenkogel mountain: The cable car takes you up to an altitude of 1,350 metres. The climbing garden has six courses and offers fun for all climbing enthusiasts.

20 shilling banknote

“20 Schilling Blick” viewpoint

The viewpoint can be reached via the railway hiking trail along the Semmering Railway, which has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It offers a wonderful view of the “Kalte Rinne” viaduct, which was featured on the back of the 20 schilling bank note.

Excursion tips in Semmering

Semmering offers a wide variety of activities for nature lovers and adventure seekers all year round. During the summer, you can explore beautiful hiking trails such as the “Hochplateau-Weg” (High Plateau Trail) or the “Semmering-Rundwanderung” (Semmering Circular Hike), which offer breathtaking views and the opportunity to enjoy the region’s rich plant and animal life. Mountain bikers will find diverse trails that are suitable for both beginners and experienced riders. The summer toboggan run offers fun and excitement for the whole family, while Semmering Golf Club provides a stunning backdrop for golfers. On warm summer days, you can relax at the nearby outdoor pool or swimming lake.

During the winter, Semmering transforms into a paradise for snow sports enthusiasts. Well-maintained slopes provide ideal conditions for skiing and snowboarding. Cross-country skiers can enjoy the snow-covered trails through picturesque winter landscapes. The toboggan runs offer exciting winter fun for the whole family. For a peaceful escape, you can take in the snow-covered scenery while exploring the winter hiking trails. Nearby thermal spas and wellness centres invite you to relax and be pampered after an active day in the snow. Semmering offers a perfect blend of outdoor adventures and leisure activities, turning every visit into an unforgettable experience.

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