Raxalm Mountain Inn - Ottohaus (Snowshoe route 1) approx. 45 min

<p>The starting point is the <strong>valley station</strong> of the Rax cable car. In just <strong>eight minutes</strong>, the cable car takes its passengers to the mountain station at 1,547 meters above sea level. From there, the path leads along the <strong>red marking</strong> and the yellow hiking signs over the Gatterlkreuz to Ottohaus. (see map attached) The <strong>same way</strong> leads back to the mountain station.</p>

<p>Always take suitable maps with you. Wear winter clothing adapted to the route, sturdy shoes (waterproof, reaching above the ankles), gloves, and a hat. Take sun and rain protection as well as water and a snack. Don't forget your mobile phone and save the emergency number of mountain rescue: 140</p>

<p>Your hikes in the Vienna Alps should be a completely beautiful and safe experience.</p><p>Please observe the following:</p><p>Make sure when choosing the route that it matches your mountain experience and your <strong>condition</strong>. Check the <strong>weather report</strong> in advance. Weather in the mountains can change very quickly. Always set off well <strong>equipped</strong> (snowshoes, winter hiking gear). Avoid tours on the high plateau in fog and strong winds. Check whether the huts and snack stations you plan to visit are open. Inform someone about your chosen route and your planned return before you start. Stay on <strong>marked paths</strong> and avoid shortcuts. Practice respect with fire and immediately report any possible fire to the fire department. (122) Do not litter and dispose of waste properly.</p><p><a href="www.wieneralpen.at/sei-gut-drauf-komm... basic rules in the mountains</a></p><p><strong>WARNING</strong>: Definitely pay attention to avalanche danger! <a href="www.lawinenwarndienst-niederoesterrei... Warning Service Lower Austria</a></p><p>Emergency number of mountain rescue: 140</p><p>EU emergency number: 122</p>

<p>From <strong>Vienna </strong> take the A2 South motorway to the S6 Semmering expressway and take the Gloggnitz exit. Drive via the B27 towards Reichenau an der Rax and continue to Hirschwang.</p><p>From <strong>Graz </strong> take the S6 Semmering expressway and take the Gloggnitz exit. Drive via the B27 towards Reichenau an der Rax and continue to Hirschwang.</p>

<p>Travel by train to <strong>Payerbach-Reichenau station</strong>. From there, bus line 341 runs to the stop <strong>"Hirschwang an der Rax/Rax cable car".</strong></p><p>Alternatively, you can individually book a ride with the <a href="www.rufbus-mobilitaet.at">RUFbus Semmering-Rax</a> that will take you to the cable car.</p><p><strong>RUFbus stops along the way:</strong></p><p>PB6 Payerbach station</p><p>RE26 Rax cable car</p><p>More info: <a href="www.oebb.at">www.oebb.at</... and <a href="www.vor.at">www.vor.at</a&... train and cable car tickets together with the<strong><a href="www.raxalpe.com/rax-seilbahn/anreise-... Ticket.</a></strong></p>

<p>Parking spaces are available at the valley station of the Rax cable car.</p>

Refreshments at Ottohaus or Raxalm Mountain Inn (Please check the opening times of the huts in advance)Extension of the snowshoe hike to the Höllental viewpoint