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The Top 20 Peaks in the Waldviertel

Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in the Waldviertel is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20

to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in the Waldviertel for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.

Last updated: October 18, 2025

Hoher Stein

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After a short climb on the Hohe Stein you have a wonderful view of the Wachau and the surrounding landscape from above.

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Seekopf Observation Tower (671 m)

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Observation tower (only for hikers who don't suffer from vertigo, the ladders up are "open downwards" :-) . At the top, of course, there is a 360° panoramic view.

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Starhembergwarte

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Small observation tower that goes beyond the tree line and thus offers a great view over the Wachau.

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Tausendeimerberg

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The 314 meter high rock cone towers over Spitz and offers you a wonderful view. What about the 1,000 buckets? A bucket was previously used as a unit of measurement. …

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Waxenberg

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A beautiful vantage point in the Dunkelsteinerwald forest, with a particularly fantastic view of Göttweig Abbey.

It's worth the hike up if you don't mind the undergrowth. You'll still find …

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Predigtstuhl Summit (718 m)

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The Predigtstuhl is a popular destination for hikers and cyclists. At 718 meters, it is the highest point in the Waidhofen an der Thaya district.

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Pyramids on the Manhartsberg

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The Manhartsberg is a low, flat mountain ridge in Lower Austria. Its height is 537 m above sea level. A. It is the south and east flank of the granite …

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Hirschwand Summit

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The via ferrata tour Hirschwandsteig (640m) ... very nice hike with great views of the Danube and the Wachau to the entrance.

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Jauerling Ascent

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The consistently steep and seemingly endless climb to the Jauerling summit really demands the last of your energy reserves. And the extremely annoying deer flies and the occasional horseflies don't …

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Mandelstein Gipfelkreuz

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The detour here is worth it, because it is a summit cross. Whoever "collects" it will have his pleasure! There is no rest stop here ... only the silence and the great view.

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The Top 20 Peaks in the Waldviertel

Hoher Stein

Seekopf Observation Tower (671 m)

Starhembergwarte

Tausendeimerberg

Waxenberg

Predigtstuhl Summit (718 m)

Pyramids on the Manhartsberg

Hirschwand Summit

Jauerling Ascent

Mandelstein Gipfelkreuz

Other adventures in the Waldviertel

Most popular routes in the Waldviertel

Most popular attractions in the Waldviertel

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