From the Lower Austrian state capital of St. Pölten it goes through the picturesque Dirndltal, the Ötscher-Tormäuer Nature Park and the Mariazellerland to the Styrian pilgrimage site of Mariazell, over 19 viaducts and through 21 tunnels: The Mariazellerbahn is open to its guests all year round. Since May 1st, the tourist offerings – the Ötscherbär family adventure train, the exclusive panoramic carriages and the nostalgic steam train – have been back on the rails.
The journey on Austria’s longest narrow-gauge railway is particularly impressive at any time of the year. Along the 84 kilometer long, traditional route of the Mariazellerbahn, in addition to the modern sky stair sets, the exclusive panorama cars, the Ötscherbär family adventure train and the nostalgic steam train also run. You can travel particularly exclusively in the Mariazellerbahn’s premium product, the panorama car: Culinary fans come here under the motto “Enjoyment on Rail”. entirely at their expense. Delicious regional breakfast variations and refreshments are served directly to your seat. The generous panoramic glazing offers a unique view of the passing landscape. The comfortable leather seats with fold-out wooden tables and reading lamps ensure a lot of comfort.Season start offer: For trips from May 1st to 30th, 2024, the upgrade from the Staircase to Heaven to the panoramic car only costs EUR 11 for the entire route and EUR 6 for the partial route.The A ride on the Ötscherbär family adventure train delights young and old alike. Fun and games are the order of the day here. The lovingly restored carriages of the adventure train are pulled by the world’s oldest electric narrow-gauge locomotive – a special feature that captivates railway fans young and old. The dining car offers child-friendly snacks, refreshments and regional delicacies, while the games car provides entertainment. In the summer months, the observation car travels along and offers pure convertible feeling – including wind and unrestricted views of the wonderful landscape. On the Saturdays in July and August, the Ötscherbär is transformed into a summer holiday adventure train – an exciting one awaits the children on the return journey Animation program. Excursion tip: On June 1st, children’s songwriter Bernhard Fibich travels on the Ötscherbär adventure train and gives a concert. A night full of experiences and natural spectacles awaits passengers on August 9th, when the Ötscherbär sets off on a shooting star ride. The nostalgic steam train on the Mariazellerbahn offers a train ride like yesteryear. The impressive steam locomotive Mh.6 started its loyal service in 1908 and today offers a first-class railway experience. The nostalgic steam train runs on selected Sundays during the season. With the Mariazellerbahn you can travel comfortably and climate-friendly to the most beautiful excursion destinations in the picturesque Pielachtal, in the Ötscher-Tormäuer Nature Park and in Mariazellerland. The train ride can be ideally combined with a hike, long walks with the whole family or a cycling trip.Season 2024The Ötscherbär family adventure train and the panoramic car run until November 3rd on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays as well as during Advent. The nostalgic steam train runs on May 12th, June 9th, July 14th, August 11th, September 8th and October 13th as well as in Advent with the Ötscherbär set. All information about the Mariazellerbahn is available at www.mariazellerbahn .at. Tickets are available in the Niederösterreich Bahnen webshop.Contact Niederösterreich Bahnen InfocenterTelephone: +43 (0) 2742 360 990-1000Email: [email protected]
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