Marienweg stage Payerbach - Schwarzau i. Gebirge

<p>From the town center in Payerbach, we walk along Dr.-Eduard-Coumont-Straße westward along the Schwarza. We turn right and cross the main road to continue along the Schwarza. Past Reichenau Castle, we turn right onto Hirschwangerstraße and follow the path along the railway. At the end of the path, we turn left to reach Hirschwang-Straße. We walk through the town on this street. After the sawmill factory, we turn right onto the path. We now walk along the water pipeline path to Kaiserbrunn. From here, it is recommended to take the bus, as the route now runs along the heavily trafficked B27 to Schwarzau im Gebirge.</p>

<p>Always take suitable <strong>maps</strong> with you. Wear sturdy <strong>shoes</strong> appropriate for the route, take sun and rain protection, as well as water and a snack. Carry your <strong>mobile phone</strong> and save the mountain rescue emergency number: 140</p>

<p>Your hikes in the Vienna Alps should be a completely beautiful and safe experience. Please observe the following:</p><p><strong>Preparation</strong></p><p>Make sure when choosing the route that it matches your experience and your <strong>fitness</strong>. Check the <strong>weather forecast</strong> beforehand. The weather can change surprisingly fast in the mountains. Always start accordingly equipped (e.g., rain protection).</p><p>Check whether the <strong>huts and snack stations</strong> you want to visit on the way are open. <strong>Inform</strong> someone about your route choice and expected return before you set off.</p>

<p>From Vienna, take the South Motorway A2 onto the S6 Semmering expressway and take the Gloggnitz exit. Follow B27 to Payerbach.
</p><p>From Graz, take the S35 or A2 onto the S6 Semmering expressway and take the Gloggnitz exit. Follow B27 to Payerbach.</p>

<p>Take the regional train towards Payerbach-Reichenau from Vienna via Wiener Neustadt to the final station.
</p><p>More information at www.oebb.at or <a href="www.vor.at">www.vor.at</a&...

<p>Park and Ride facility near the station Payerbach-Reichenau.</p>

From Kaiserbrunn, the route runs on a heavily used federal road. Special caution is advised here. We recommend taking the bus on this section!