Mountain biking in the nearby Weinviertel

This mountain bike tour starts in Leobendorf, near Vienna, and takes you through the diverse hilly landscape of the Weinviertel region. The route is ideal for well-conditioned cyclists with moderate mountain biking experience who are looking for a sporty challenge. With a total length of approximately 45-50 km and 850-900 meters of elevation gain, the tour offers a cross-country experience with moderate climbs and descents, and only a few technically demanding sections or single trails.

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### Route:

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#### Start: Leobendorf Train Station

The tour begins at the train station in Leobendorf, a picturesque town known for the Kreuzenstein Castle. From here, the route heads toward the Waschberg.

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#### Waschberg

The first climb takes you up the Waschberg. This hill offers a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and is a popular destination for hikers and mountain bikers. After a short break, the route continues toward Leitzersdorf.

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#### Leitzersdorf – Hatzenbach – Senning – Streitdorf – Bruderndorf

This section is less technically demanding and passes through several small villages. The terrain is mostly flat to gently rolling, making it a great opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty and tranquility of the region. There are no significant climbs here, so this part of the tour can be considered a recovery section before tackling the more challenging hills like Steinberg and Michelberg.

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#### Praunsberg

After passing through Bruderndorf, you’ll reach Praunsberg. Here, a gentle climb begins, preparing you for the next part of the tour.

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#### Steinberg

The route continues to Steinberg, which is known for its beautiful views. This section is slightly more challenging, but the effort is well worth it.

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#### Grillenberg

After Steinberg, the route leads to Grillenberg. This section is a bit more relaxed and offers a good opportunity to take in the surrounding scenery.

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#### Michelberg

Michelberg is one of the highlights of the tour. The climb is challenging, but the view from the summit is spectacular. This is a great spot to take a longer break and enjoy the landscape.

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#### Toblerberg

After Michelberg, the route continues to Toblerberg. This section is less steep and offers a pleasant descent.

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#### Finish: Leobendorf Train Station

The tour ends back at the train station in Leobendorf, where you can reflect on the ride and relax.

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### Important Notes

• Technical Difficulty: The route is technically easy to moderate and mostly follows gravel, forest, and field paths. There are very few single trails, making this tour more of a cross-country experience.
• Equipment: A gravel bike or mountain bike is recommended, as many sections are on unpaved roads. E-mountain bikes are also suitable, but you may need to wait for "bio-bikers" on the climbs.
• Fitness Level: The tour requires a good level of fitness, as the climbs add up to approximately 850-900 meters of elevation gain.

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### Tour Highlights

• Viewpoints: The hills (Waschberg, Michelberg, Praunsberg, Steinberg) offer stunning views of the Weinviertel region and the surrounding landscape.
• Cross-Country Character: The route combines flat sections, moderate climbs, and easy descents, making it ideal for sporty riders.
• Nature Experience: The tour takes you through forests, fields, and vineyards, which are characteristic of the region.

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### Summary

• Start/Finish: P+R at Leobendorf Train Station
• Distance: Approx. 45-50 km
• Elevation Gain: Approx. 850-900 meters
• Difficulty: Moderate (technically easy to moderate, physically demanding)
• Recommended Equipment: Gravel bike or (E-)mountain bike
• Note: Participation is at your own risk.