Wienerwald-Achter

Before every ride, check that the brakes, tires, and suspension fork/shock are in good working order. Always ride with an eye out for hazards and at a controlled speed, and choose a route that suits the group’s riding ability and the terrain. The Fair Playrules must be observed at all times. Single/shared trails, as well as built trails in trail parks and trail centers, often feature rocks, roots, steep sections, steps, and sharp turns that require a certain level of riding skill. If in doubt, simply dismount and walk your bike.

A safe and roadworthy mountain bike is a prerequisite for all routes. A helmet and gloves provide protection in the event of a fall, and knee and elbow pads can be added when riding on single or shared trails. A modern mountain bike with disc brakes and sufficient tire tread is recommended. For single and shared trails rated red difficulty or higher, a full-suspension bike with modern geometry is recommended. Tools, a tire lever, a pump, and a spare tube will come in handy in case of a flat tire. You should also carry enough food and drink, as well as a cell phone and a windbreaker or rain jacket.

From the church in Sulz, we cycle on to Hauptstr. and up to Wöglerin. We pass through Gruberau on our way to Buchelbach, where we turn off onto the trails and reach Dornbach via a forest path. From the Achter junction, we take Siedlungsstr. and dirt roads through Sittendorf to Gaaden. From here, we cycle through a mix of woods and meadows to Siegenfeld and on to Heiligenkreuz, where we take a forest trail back to the “Achter” junction. Finally, we circle around the vineyard, pass the Stockerwirt, and return to Sulz.

Surface: Asphalt 56%, gravel 41%, forest/meadows 3%

Information on potential excursion destinations:

• Heiligenkreuz
• Gaaden
• Sulz in the Vienna Woods

Award-winning places to stop for a bite to eat:

• Heiligenkreuz Monastery Inn
• Stockerwirt Country Inn
• Skilitz Inn
• Gasthaus zu den Linden

Places to stop for a bite to eat:

• Die Woeglerin
• Pöckhacker’s Krone – The Country Inn
• Renate’s Post Inn
• Gruber Stüberl