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[NEW DATE] Semmering Bahnwanderweg: Wolfsbergkogel - Gloggnitz on 10 February 2024

organized by Andriy Danylovskyy  contact organizer
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Title :
[NEW DATE] Semmering Bahnwanderweg: Wolfsbergkogel - Gloggnitz
Date :
Sat 10.02.2024
Registration starts :
2024-01-27
Registration until :
2024-02-07
Type of event :
Hike, 1 day
Organized by :
Andriy Danylovskyy
Description :

A scenic classic: walking along the Semmering Railway, with beautiful viewpoints and history. It's easy but long - you should be able to walk for 21km, in winter conditions.

We'll take a train to Wolfsbergkogel near Semmering and finish in Gloggnitz.
First we'll walk up to the "20 Schilling Blick" to see the viaducts from above, then hike next to them, and further through Breitenstein, Klamm and Eichberg, following the hiking trail along the railway.

Depending on the weather conditions, the hike may be shifted to Saturday.

Technical requirements :
T1, I can move myself surefootedly on trails and narrow foot-paths
Physical requirements :
K2, 4-7 hours / day; up and down
Duration in hours and
elevation gain :
6-7 hours, 360m up & 800m down
Max. altitude in metres :
927
Equipment :
Sturdy shoes, warm clothes, snacks and water. Consider bringing spikes, as it might be slippery.
Transport Details :

Public transport, group ticket (Einfach Raus) possible.

Max participants :
12
Map :
Mostly following https://www.bergfex.at/sommer/niederoesterreich/touren/wanderung/5542,semmering-bahnwanderweg/
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