Date: 19 Oct. 2008
Suggested by: Susanna Lööf & Laura Pérez
Description:
From the parking lot we follow the Atzbach river along the Weidengraben and then we veer left on the Mareschssteig and go up until we reach the Enzianhütte on the Kieneck. After a lunch with nice views, we go down along the Viehgraben down to the parking lot. A possible shortcut is the Matrassteig.
Length of activity, difficulty:
Going up takes about 2 h 15min. Going down 1h 20 min. The hike can be described as easy to moderate. The change in altitude is 510 each way.
The beginning of the ascent is a bit rocky, so you need to be sure-footed. The same applies to the way down, so hiking sticks are recommended. Anybody in decent shape can do this hike. Since it is only 3 ½ hours, we can take our time and accommodate everybody´s pace. A large part of the ascent is quite flat and through the forest.
Meeting point and ending point:
Once you pass the Gasthof Leiner (see driving instructions), you will continue for 250 m and take the road to the right when it splits in 2. Follow the road 600 m and you will find a parking lot with a crucifix. That´s our starting point.
Meeting time: 9 am.
Ending time: 2 pm.
Public Transportation:
There is no way to get to the starting point so early on a Sunday, we will car pool.
Driving Instructions:
60 km from Vienna direction south. Drive down the Südautobahn A2 until you exit by Wöllersdorf. Drive on the 21 direction west until Pernitz. In Pernitz you will turn right towards Muggendorf. Follow this road but do not turn left to Muggendorf. Go straight until you see the Gasthof Leitner (see above).
Car sharing:
If you need a ride of have a car please inform the organizers so that we can accommodate everybody. I (Laura) have 2 free spots.
Recommended Equipment:
Normal gear for an uncomplicated hike. Do not forget your rain gear and a pullover, it could be cold. Lots of water, snacks, but we will eat at the hut. Head-lamps or flashlights just in case. Hiking sticks. Good hiking shoes.
Comments:
Depending on weather, it could be postponed, we would inform people on Saturday.
Contact Information for Trip Leader:
Laura: 069919437285 or lperezburgos@yahoo.com
Susanna: 06648590810 or susanna.loof@gmail.com