Reisalpe
Mountain Forested mountain in Lower Austria, popular hiking area
A 1,400‑metre peak in Lower Austria’s Gutenstein Alps, Reisalpe draws hikers to marked trails and alpine huts, offering broad views across the Alpine foothills and seasonal wildflower meadows.
Reisalpe is a mountain in Lower Austria in the eastern Alps, forming part of the Gutenstein Alps and reaching roughly 1,399 metres in elevation. It is a popular local hiking and low-mountain ski destination.
The mountain has a history of local mountain recreation and alpine hut use dating to the development of Austrian mountaineering and alpine clubs in the 19th and 20th centuries. Mountain huts and waymarking were established to support recreational access.
Reisalpe sits in the Gutenstein Alps of Lower Austria, in the eastern sector of the Northern Limestone Alps. It is reachable from local valleys and alpine villages in Lower Austria and lies within driving distance of regional centres in the state.
- Elevation: Elevation is commonly given as 1,399 metres, making it one of the prominent summits in the Gutenstein Alps used for day hikes from nearby valleys.
What to See #
- Summit: The summit is the high point of the Reisalpe and offers panoramic views across the Gutenstein Alps, with visible outlines of nearby peaks on clear days.
- Mountain hut and trails: A mountain hut and marked trail network on the slopes provide shelter and served walking routes for hikers in summer and ski tourers in winter.
How to Get to Reisalpe #
Accessible from the city of Wiener Neustadt and local Lower Austria towns by regional roads; parking and trailheads are signposted.
Tips for Visiting Reisalpe #
- Ascents are best taken from marked trails - check local alpine club guides for route detail.
- Wildflower meadows in summer are particularly fine; photographers should consider morning or late afternoon light.
- Local alpine huts provide services and shelter - reserve ahead in peak season.
Best Time to Visit Reisalpe #
Summer is best for hiking; winter is for experienced ski-mountaineers mindful of avalanche conditions.
Weather & Climate near Reisalpe #
Reisalpe's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 20°C. Abundant rainfall (1129 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (149 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
