The 9th stage of the trail along the Vienna Alpine Arc (WAB) is accompanied by forests, alpine pastures and huts. At the end of the hike you reach the Sonnwendstein. The mountain is the highlight and at the same time the focal point of the stage.

Statistics

3 - 4

hrs

430

m

733

m

7

max°

Difficulty

FATMAP difficulty grade

Difficult

Description

The Sonnwendstein stage begins at the Feistritzsattel and runs over Fanklbauerhöhe, Poirhöhe and Alpkogel in the direction of Sonnwendstein.

The Sonnwendstein is a primeval and Weltenberg mountain with a very special, mystical aura.

Its significance comes from the solstice, which is regarded and celebrated as a turning point in many religions.

On the day of the summer solstice, religious and secular celebrations and rituals still take place, such as the St.

John's fire, which is lit every year at the solstice stone.

The highlight of the tour is the view from Sonnwendstein. equipment Always take suitable maps with you.

Put on sturdy shoes adapted to the tour, take sun and rain protection, water and a snack.

Take your mobile phone with you and save the mountain rescue emergency number: 140