Schießeck from the Klosterneuburger Hütte

Characteristics

Skill

Fitness

The tour in numbers

Level of difficulty medium

Route 10,4 km

Time 3:45 h

Uphill 610 hm

Downhill 610 hm

Highest point 2275 m

Start your hike "In harmony with nature" at the Tauernwindpark Oberzeiring.The Tauernwindpark Oberzeiring is one of the highest wind farms in Europe.For hiking enthusiasts, the wind farm is just the start of a wonderful day in the mountains.The ascent to the Schießeck offers a great experience amidst rare meadow flowers and alpine bushes. The ascent is rewarded with a breathtaking view of the Pölstal mountains.

Hiking...With respect for wildlife and the environment!

In the Pölstal, we are particularly concerned about the preservation of unspoiled nature. So that the pleasure of the people does not become a problem for wild animals and nature, it requires consideration measures.

For the sake of nature and the environment, correct behavior in the mountains is the top priority for the hiking enthusiast.

- Use the designated parking areas

- Do not block access roads and please respect local driving regulations

- Observe information boards at the starting points and stick to the recommended marked routes

- Avoid approaching wildlife

Best season

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More information

By car you can take the Höhenstraße to the Tauernwindpark and park your car at the parking lot of the Klosterneuburgerhütte.(toll road - € 5.00 per car)
Tauernwindpark - parking lot near Klosterneuburgerhütte

The trail begins at the Klosterneuburgerhütte and leads in a NW direction over the Schönberg (1943 m) to the Tanzstattkapelle (1907 m). You walk over flower fields, where in spring the small rock roses form a pink carpet, continuing along a clearly visible path up the mountain ridge over the Kleiner Zinken (2135 m) to the Hoher Zinken.From the Hoher Zinken you reach the Schießeck via the Grillerlucke.

Basic rules for hikers in the Pölstal...

Check your personal condition before every mountain tour and estimate your strength correctly. The length of your tour will depend on this. Plan each tour carefully. Pay close attention to the necessary equipment, make sure you have enough provisions and check the local weather forecast. Inform acquaintances about your hiking destination, as well as the planned return time, if necessary. Always stay on the marked trails. Always close fences and pasture gates. Watch out for falling rocks and do not kick any rocks yourself. Doing so will endanger other hikers. In case of bad weather, sudden indisposition or other difficulties, do not take risks and turn back in time. Avoid approaching wild animals. - Observe from a distance. Keep dogs on a leash. Use designated parking areas, please do not block access roads, and observe local driving restrictions.

What do I need when hiking?

The equipment is depending on the difficulty, location and duration of the hiking route,

as well as according to your own needs: