Emperor Franz Josef Tower – St. Anna Monastery in the Wüste loop from Sommerein

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Sommerein

Emperor Franz Josef Tower – St. Anna Monastery in the Wüste loop from Sommerein

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Emperor Franz Josef Tower – St. Anna Monastery in the Wüste loop from Sommerein

02:59

32.7km

530m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 14, 2026

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Naturpark Die Wüste Mannersdorf

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81 m

Parish Church of the Visitation of Mary in Sommerein

Highlight • Religious Site

111 m

Sandstone Fountain with Bull Heads, Sommerein

Highlight • Monument

The sandstone fountain with archaic bull heads stands on the church square.

Created in 1961 by Maria Bilger-Biljan.

The fountain was originally set up in the Hietzing shopping center, after its redesign it was transferred to Sommerein in 1998, where the artist lived from 1962 to 1997.

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18.8 km

Emperor Franz Josef Tower

Highlight • Viewpoint

The control room is on the highest point of the eastern Leithagebirge. It towers above the surrounding trees and offers a 360 ° panoramic view of the Vienna Basin with the adjoining mountains and the northern end of Lake Neusiedl.

The top of the tower is designed as a pavilion with glass windows. So the view can be enjoyed in any weather. When the weather is bad, you can look forward to the shelter at the base of the tower.

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22.8 km

St. Anna's Monastery

Highlight • Religious Site

The desert, where St. Anna's Monastery fits wonderfully into the landscape, is a real gem for nature lovers and sports enthusiasts. From an easily accessible parking lot, an easy hike leads directly to the monastery, making this excursion perfectly suitable for all ages and fitness levels. In addition to the historical atmosphere, you will also find a lovingly designed playground for the little visitors. For those who want to relax a bit, loungers are available to enjoy the peace and the view. Animals such as birds and small mammals further enrich the nature experience and make the stay particularly lively. A highlight is the small labyrinth that you can walk through – a fun challenge for young and old. Whether hiking, jogging, cycling, or simply taking a leisurely stroll, the surroundings of St. Anna's Monastery offer the perfect setting for all sports and activities. A visit is definitely worthwhile.

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22.8 km

St. Anna Monastery in the Wüste

Highlight • Religious Site

A wonderful place to wonder, pet animals, rest, get a taste of culture and have fun in the maze.

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23.3 km

Schlossberg in Naturpark Die Wüste Mannersdorf

Highlight • Forest

A cycle path approved by the federal forest - unfortunately closed due to beating.

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25.4 km

Scheiterberg — Summit Cross and Viewpoint (350 m)

Highlight • Summit

📷 08.03.2018 - Madness, I added some photos of the ingenious vision - eg. Airport, DCTower at UNO City, Kahlenberg .... Simmering
And only the horny, steep slope downhill (see photo), as an avid skier I knew in my immediate vicinity of this ski area with its own ski hut, of course, I'm looking forward to the first snow here. Photos with snow will follow. 😀👍👍

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29.4 km