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Station Breitenstein
Train stationDescription
Opened in 1854, Breitenstein station is a listed stop on the UNESCO World Heritage Semmering Railway. The building was built at the foot of the Kreuzberg at 791 meters above sea level. Today it houses an interesting picture exhibition. On the historic station grounds there is also a goods wagon siding and a materials shed - and plenty of parking space.
Breitenstein: Railway hiking with panoramic views
Breitenstein station is located directly on the well-known railway hiking trail along the Semmering Railway. It is one of the most popular hiking trails in the region. The section of the trail in Breitenstein is particularly scenic. You can discover the nearby, imposing viaducts Fleischmannbrücke and Kalte Rinne. From Semmering to Breitenstein it is about 9.5 kilometres - with panoramic views ranging from breathtaking to magical.
Connection and routing
Trains on the Payerbach Reichenau - Semmering line stop in Breitenstein. REX trains also run between Vienna and Mürzzuschlag. On weekends there are additional trains especially for the numerous hikers.