Weng in Gesäuse National Park: Nature, Trails and Culture

If you are considering Weng in Gesäuse National Park as a travel destination, several themes come together here: the Enns at the entrance to Gesäuse, trails to Grabnerstein and historic religious buildings. When planning your stay, you can consider whether the landscape, a particular hike or cultural history will shape your visit. If you are looking for a hotel in Weng in Gesäuse National Park, the local details below offer some pointers to help tailor your trip to your interests.

The Enns landscape and the entrance to Gesäuse

West of Weng, downstream of the Laufferbauernbrücke, lies the approximately 1,700-metre-long entrance to Gesäuse, with the Enns rapids. This area was declared a natural monument on 26 January 1988. At Weng in Gesäuse National Park, the Enns plunges down a 50-metre waterfall over a distance of around one kilometre. These details offer different points of reference if you would like to include the river landscape in your travel plans.

Trails and walking times

The Admonter Haus can only be reached on foot. Plan to walk there, and check trail conditions before setting out. From the Admonter Haus, Grabnerstein can be reached via the Jungfern via ferrata in about an hour; this walking time is an estimate, and conditions on the via ferrata can vary. Admonter Warte, at an altitude of 1,804 metres, is about a 15-minute walk from the Admonter Haus.

Another route to Grabnerstein starts at the Haranger farmstead in Weng-Kletzenberg and leads via Bretterlechnerboden and trail 628. The route to Grabneralm also starts in Weng/Kletzenberg and leads via Bretterlechnerboden and trail 628; the estimated time is about 1.5 hours. This makes it possible to distinguish between the destinations and their respective time estimates without treating the routes as the same.

The Hexensteig leads from the Admonterhaus to Hexenturm, also known as Bärenkarmauer, at an altitude of 2,172 metres. The via ferrata is rated A/B; the walking time is 2.5 hours. Before climbing, check the route’s current rating and conditions.

Grabnerstein and the alpine pasture

The best time to see Grabnerstein in full bloom is between May and July; flowering varies with the weather. It is known as the “most beautiful flower mountain in Styria.” The Grabnerstein Alpine Pasture Educational Trail introduces hikers to various aspects of alpine pasture life through themed information boards, including livestock farming and wildlife on the pastures. Grabneralm offers outstanding panoramic views across Gesäuse. These local highlights each have a distinct focus: the flowering season, the themed trail and the views.

Cycling, water and refreshments

The fourth stage of the Enns Cycle Path reaches the entrance to Gesäuse at Weng in Gesäuse National Park. The cycle path runs to just before Weng; from there, it is possible to continue through Gesäuse National Park. At the entrance to Gesäuse, experienced water sports enthusiasts can kayak on the Enns. Check the applicable access restrictions and safety rules before taking part.

Lahnalm on Buchau near Weng serves homemade Schermerhof specialities, including Brettljause (a platter of cold cuts and cheese), Krapfen, cider and various schnapps. During the opening season, an alpine breakfast is served there on Sundays from 09:00 to 10:30. Check the current season before your trip if you plan to visit.

Religious buildings and history

The Catholic church in Weng in Gesäuse National Park, dedicated to Saints Cosmas and Damian, is protected as a historic monument by decree, together with the cemetery and rectory (as of 30 June 2025). The Gothic Sebastian Chapel in Weng was built in 1486 by the monastery’s master builder, Niklas Velbacher, and became a popular pilgrimage site. Both buildings offer distinct historical points of interest for a stay that explores not only the trails and landscape but also the area’s cultural history.

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