4-Hour Private Alpine Hiking Tour 'Matterhorn of the Prealps'
Overview
A four-hour hike to the scenic mountain Gaisstein, considered by some to be the most alpine peak of the Prealps. At an altitude of 974 meters, this secluded peak is one of our most romantic and popular vantage points.
What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- Hiking tour
- Round-trip shared transfer
- Local guide/driver
- Food and drinks
- If available, additional transportation systems like gondolas
Meeting Location
Am Hauptbahnhof
1100 Wien, Austria
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
A hike to the scenic mountain, considered by some to be the alpine summit of the Prealps. "Only once you appreciate the Gaisstein of an ascent, dear mountain friend, then you will open your eyes on the dashing ridges before the unexpected glory, romance and size of its cliffs!", Was already in the mountain friend in the 18th Century to read. The Gaisstein is a little known but imposing lookout mountain, the north flank of which are formed by huge rock walls. This imposing view from a distance is due to the titles "Matterhorn of the Prealps" or "Matterhorn of the Waldgebirge".
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- 1 Infant seat is available on request if advised at time of booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately! Only if the weather is dangerous for life and limb, we are entitled to choose a different (as equal) tour. If it is not possible to avoid the danger, we will cancel the tour free of charge
- The use of mountain boots is strongly recommended
- In winter time sometimes additional equipment (snow chains, snowshoes) is needed. We will inform you accordingly!
- You have to be free from vertigo and safe over steep terrain (sure footedness)
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not possible for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-22360P19
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- All taxes, fees and handling charges.
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points.
- Hiking tour.
- Round-trip shared transfer.
- Local guide/driver.
- Food and drinks.
- If available, additional transportation systems like gondolas.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 6..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 4-Hour Private Alpine Hiking Tour 'Matterhorn of the Prealps' is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 4-Hour Private Alpine Hiking Tour ‘Matterhorn of the Prealps’ will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- Hiking tour
- Round-trip shared transfer
- Local guide/driver
- Food and drinks
- If available, additional transportation systems like gondolas
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- 1 Infant seat is available on request if advised at time of booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately! Only if the weather is dangerous for life and limb, we are entitled to choose a different (as equal) tour. If it is not possible to avoid the danger, we will cancel the tour free of charge
- The use of mountain boots is strongly recommended
- In winter time sometimes additional equipment (snow chains, snowshoes) is needed. We will inform you accordingly!
- You have to be free from vertigo and safe over steep terrain (sure footedness)
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not possible for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
