Mountainmaniac

In southern Lower Austria, the steep rock faces of the 8-km-long (5 mi) karst plateau on the western edge of the Vienna Basin gave their name to the area: the "Hohe Wand" (High Wall). This recreational area is well-known far beyond Austria's borders and was developed for tourism around 100 years ago. Numerous trails and via ferratas allow visitors to climb the rock faces and stop at one of the many inns and mountain huts. The magnificent view of the Vienna Basin and the surrounding landscape more than compensates for the effort. Starting from the small "Wanderparadies" parking area in Zweiersdorf, the trail leads directly towards the "Hohe Wand" (High Wall). Initially, the ascent is moderate. To avoid getting lost in the maze of trails, follow the signs pointing the way to the Hubertushaus . This hut, belonging to the Austrian Alpine Club, is located at an altitude of 946 meters and is the destination of the hike. The shady forest thins out every now ...