Ruins, Temples & Winter Magic

Hi everyone!

On Sunday, January 18, 2026, I am planning a beautiful winter hike from Mödling to Gumpoldskirchen. We will pass the Burgruine Mödling (Mödling Castle ruins), the Husarentempel (Temple of the Hussars: a classicist temple on a hilltop) and the Kaiser-Jubiläumswarte at Eschenkogel (Emperor's Jubilee Observation Tower).

Meeting Point & Travel 🚉
We will meet at Praterstern station at 08:15 a.m. near the ticket machines on the ground floor close to the exit to platform 1 and 2. The train S2 leaves at 08:30 a.m. (presumably Platform 1).
Please arrive a few minutes early so we can gather. We expect to arrive in Mödling at 09:05. There are regular trains back to Vienna approx. every 30minutes from Gumpoldskirchen.
Please buy your own ticket on the day in advance, its € 2,90 each direction so € 5,80 in total if you have already a valid ticket for Vienna.

Hike Details 🥾
Duration: Approx. 4.5 hours (pure walking time)
Distance: Approx. 14.2 km
Elevation: 588m up / 583m down
Difficulty: Easy (technically), but requires basic fitness.
Pace: We’ll walk at a comfortable, social pace and take short breaks as needed.
More information on the trail: https://www.niederoesterreich.at/a-die-tuerme-des-wienerwaldes-rundkurs-tages-etappe-1

⚠️ Important Information
I will send a weather update to everyone registered on Friday evening.
We’ll walk at a comfortable, social pace and take short breaks as needed. There are no huts or restaurants along the way, so please bring your own snacks and drinks (at least 1 liter of water).
It will be cold, so dress warmly and wear sturdy winter-appropriate shoes. Some sections may be covered by snow, muddy or slightly icy, depending on the weather.

Disclaimer: As always, this is a free, private leisure activity. I’m not a certified hiking guide, and participation is at your own responsibility and risk.

Looking forward to seeing you for this winter hike!
Jörg

PS: Some people from another group will also join.