Gießhübl is a municipality located in the district of Mödling in Lower Austria, situated south of Vienna at an elevation of 410 meters above sea level. This region is nestled on the edge of the Föhrenberge Nature Park, offering a landscape characterized by dense forests and rolling hills. Its varied terrain makes it suitable for several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more. Gießhübl also holds the distinction of being the highest-located wine village in Lower…
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822
hikers
8.99km
02:44
300m
300m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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127
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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151
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(22)
87
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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248
riders
38.8km
02:44
510m
510m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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235
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13.2km
01:29
530m
530m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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137
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23.3km
01:54
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.8
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53
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18.6km
01:37
520m
520m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.2
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389
riders
58.6km
02:27
130m
130m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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529
riders
44.2km
01:59
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.6
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486
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62.4km
02:53
750m
750m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

128
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84.8km
04:00
1,110m
1,110m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.6
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231
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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205
riders
33.7km
01:58
140m
140m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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129
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27.6km
02:06
530m
520m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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55
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27.4km
02:07
530m
530m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(49)
211
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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18
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55.7km
03:55
920m
920m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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23
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
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24.9km
01:48
340m
340m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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29
runners
5.49km
00:36
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
15.0km
01:41
300m
300m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26
runners
9.26km
01:04
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

23
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11.9km
01:19
240m
240m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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20
hikers
1.94km
00:43
100m
100m
Hard mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

10
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3.58km
01:10
110m
110m
Hard mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4
hikers
13.6km
03:51
300m
310m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
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Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Gießhübl offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, and touring cycling. The region features more than 70 routes across these sports. Komoot users have rated routes in Gießhübl with an average of 4.56 stars.
Gießhübl provides numerous hiking trails suitable for various fitness levels. Options range from easy walks with minimal elevation gain to longer, more strenuous treks. The region's paths are generally accessible, with many routes located within the Föhrenberge Nature Park. For more details, refer to the Hiking around Gießhübl guide.
Gießhübl offers easy hikes suitable for families and those seeking less strenuous routes. The Wassergspreng Rocks – Forest of Eternity loop is an example of an easy hike. Many paths within the Föhrenberge Nature Park are also accessible for casual walkers.
Gießhübl and its surroundings offer diverse terrain for cyclists, including mountain biking, road cycling, and touring cycling. Mountain bike routes range from leisurely paths through vineyards to demanding trails. The region's well-connected roads are suitable for road and touring cyclists, with guides like Road Cycling Routes around Gießhübl and MTB Trails around Gießhübl available.
The "Gießhübl Strecke" is a notable mountain bike route that begins at the Gießhübler Kuhheide. It features gentle uphill climbs on asphalt transitioning to gravel paths into the forest. This route also includes sections through the Gießhübl core zone of the Vienna Woods. Bike parks in the broader region offer varying difficulty levels.
Gießhübl is situated on the edge of the Föhrenberge Nature Park, known for its dense woods. Other natural highlights include the Gießhübler Heide, a protected dry grassland, and the Wassergspreng Rocks. The region also features the Höllensteinhaus with a viewing platform in Kaltenleutgeben.
Many outdoor trails in Gießhübl, particularly hiking paths within the Föhrenberge Nature Park and surrounding forests, are generally suitable for dogs. It is advisable to keep dogs on a leash and adhere to local regulations regarding pet access in natural areas. Specific route details on komoot often indicate dog-friendliness.
Komoot lists more than 70 routes for Gießhübl across various sports. These include 43 hiking routes, 21 jogging routes, 6 mountain biking routes, and 6 touring cycling routes. The routes have been explored by over 88,000 visitors.
Routes in Gießhübl have an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on more than 10,000 individual ratings from users who have completed these routes. The high average rating indicates a positive user experience.
Behind the Hans-Nemecek-Hütte, there is an extensive "climbing garden" with several rock faces. This area is popular for rock climbers of all levels, offering various challenges. It provides a dedicated space for climbing enthusiasts in the region.
Komoot offers several guides for Gießhübl, categorized by sport. These include Hiking around Gießhübl, Road Cycling Routes around Gießhübl, and MTB Trails around Gießhübl. Additional guides cover gravel biking, jogging, and traffic-free bike rides.
The official website for the municipality of Gießhübl is www.giesshuebl.at. This website provides general information about the municipality. For specific outdoor activity details, komoot guides offer route-specific information.

