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Hochwechsel Summit

Waldbach-Mönichwald

Explore the Hochwechsel summit and be amazed by the impressive panoramic view and a picturesque chapel in the middle of nature.

The Hochwechsel summit not only offers an impressive panoramic view of the surrounding landscape of Styria and Lower Austria, but is also known for its picturesque chapel, which invites visitors to reflect and relax. Inside, the chapel surprises with colorful paintings, coats of arms and inscriptions that are painted directly onto the wood of the dome and reach all the way to the top.

The summit cross crowns the peak and you can look out over the green hills and forests of the region and enjoy the tranquillity of nature to the full. An excursion to the Hochwechsel summit promises not only an unforgettable view, but also a moment of silence and contemplation in the midst of the beautiful mountain landscape.

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Dear guests, the opening hours may change, for your safety please contact the Municipality of Waldbach-Mönichwald directly.

01/01/2024 - 31/12/2055
Monday - Sunday
all day

Contact

Gemeinde Waldbach-Mönichwald
8253 Waldbach
Ratschfelder Berg, Ranten

What the weather will be like Waldbach-Mönichwald (574m)

Today, 03.11.2026

Light rain will be most likely in the early morning and towards evening.
Morning
foggy
3°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 95%
sr.Windstärke 10 km/h
Noon
cloudy
4°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 40%
sr.Windstärke 10 km/h
Night
foggy
3°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 65%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h

Tomorrow, 04.11.2026

The day will be dry, but mostly cloudy with occasional sunny spells.
Morning
cloudy
2°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 15%
sr.Windstärke 0 km/h
Noon
cloudy
5°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 5%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h
Night
cloudy
3°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 10%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h

Forecast

05.11.2026
sunny
1°C 8°C
06.11.2026
very sunny
1°C 9°C
07.11.2026
very sunny
1°C 8°C