Jauerling Loop 05: Weiten-Raxendorf

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 7,90 km
Duration: 3:00 h
Ascent: 423 m elevation gain
Descent: 230 m elevation gain

Our hike through the southern Waldviertel leads through blossoming fields and picturesque and secluded hamlets from Weiten to Raxendorf.

Starting point of the tour: Weiten, Prangerplatz
Tour destination: Raxendorf, Market Square

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 7,90 km
Duration: 3:00 h
Ascent: 423 m elevation gain
Descent: 230 m elevation gain

Fitness level required:
3/6
Overall experience:
4/6
Scenery:
4/6

Lowest point337 m
Highest point607 m

Stage tour
Nice views
With refreshment stops

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Description

Jauerling loop: From Weiten to Raxendorf

From the Prangerplatz in Weiten, our route leads up to the Eibetsberg. Via the Schießgrub and the Kulm we reach the idyllic Zehentegg. We then hike through blossoming fields to Heiligenblut, where the picturesque pilgrimage church invites you to visit. Continuing along the main road, we finally reach the rural village of Raxendorf, where our stage ends at the market square.

>>Here is the hiking report from Wachau Inside

Equipment Sturdy hiking boots, rain protection, sufficient drinks and food
Route description We start our hike at Prangerplatz in Weiten, cross the main road, and ascend in switchbacks toward Eibetsberg. At the barn on top, we turn left and follow the farm track between Schießgrub and Kulm down into the forest on the left. Shortly after, we reach Zehentegg, where we first turn left and then at the next intersection in the village turn right, returning to meadow and field landscapes. Passing the white cross, we continue along idyllic field paths, entering the forest and then Heiligenblut, where the noteworthy pilgrimage church is worth a visit. Afterwards, we follow the main road all the way to Raxendorf. At the market square of this picturesque village, we can comfortably end the stage.
Parking In the town center of Weiten or at the municipal office near the market square in Raxendorf
Getting there A1 to the Melk exit, then via B3 and B216 to Weiten or further to Raxendorf
Public transport The locations are reachable by public transport seven days a week. Returning to the starting point of the hike is possible.On weekdays, the Waldviertel lines operate between Weiten and Raxendorf. On weekends and holidays, the Jauerling on-call bus (WL 7 Spitz-Jauerling-Mühldorf-Spitz) runs. It follows a fixed route and must be reserved by phone at least 60 minutes before departure at +43 810 810 278. www.vor.at
Editor’s tip A visit to the Heiligenblut pilgrimage church (between Weiten and Raxendorf) is highly recommended.At the High Jauerling, the nature park offers a trail. The path "over us the wide, wide sky" is perfect for a walk and provides information about the Jauerling, the nature park communities, and the flora and fauna of the region. Younger hikers are also motivated to walk through the forest along the 10 stations, which can be explored with an app. More information (including map and audio sample) available at .

Recommended period

Dining options/opening hours

Several inns and cafes in Weiten and Raxendorf are open year-round. Please note the reduced opening hours in winter.

The inn "Zur Post", run by the Kremser family in Weiten, is open year-round continuously, closed on Wednesdays. Tel 02758/8202. www.gasthof-kremser.at

Accommodation is available in Weiten.

Letzte Änderung: 16 Mar 2026