Kahlenberg Hike: Vienna from Above
Through the vineyards to the city's finest view
HikingWien- Duration
- around 3 to 4 hours, extendable on request
- Group
- up to 25 people
- Languages
- German, English, French, Italian, Spanish
- Meeting point
- Stephansplatz, Albertinaplatz, hotel or cruise berth
This hike climbs out of the Danube valley into the Vienna Woods, past vineyards to the Kahlenberg summit. At the top you are rewarded with one of the finest views over Vienna and the Danube, far from the bustle of the city centre.
Highlights
- Sweeping views over Vienna and the Danube
- A route through vineyards and forest
- Quiet nature right at the city's edge
- A finish in one of the wine villages
The route
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1Meeting point Nussdorf or Kahlenbergerdorf
starting at the city's edge, where the vineyards begin.
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2Vineyards above the Danube
the path climbs gently between the vines, with the first views opening up.
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3A stretch through the Vienna Woods
a section of forest before the paths open out again.
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4Leopoldsberg (an optional detour)
a view of the Danube bend and the start of the Vienna Woods.
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5Kahlenberg
Vienna's best-known viewpoint, looking out over the whole city.
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6Descent towards Grinzing or Nussdorf
the path leads back into the wine villages at the city's edge.
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7A finish in a wine village
ending in Grinzing or Nussdorf, where Vienna feels rural again.
Included
- Certified local guide
- Tour in the language of your choice
- Individual route and timing
- Contact person around the clock
Not included
- Entrance fees and tickets
- Food, drinks and tastings
- Travel allowance outside the guide's home town (min. €30)
- Tour guide system (€3.75 per person)
Who this tour is for
Suited to guests of average fitness who want to experience Vienna's greener, wilder side.
Frequently asked questions
How much elevation do we gain?
Depending on the chosen route, expect roughly 300 to 400 metres of ascent. We agree the exact route with your fitness level in mind beforehand.
Do we need hiking boots?
Sturdy, closed shoes are recommended, since the forest paths are natural surface and can be damp depending on the weather. Hiking poles are not necessary.
How do we get back to the city centre?
From Grinzing, Nussdorf or the Kahlenberg itself there are good public transport connections back into town, which we point out at the end of the hike.
