Mariazellerbahn Where unspoiled nature meets new technology. Step on board the Mariazellerbahn and travel through the Pielach valley in the Mostviertel region, past the Ötscher mountain and into the Mariazell region. www.mariazellerbahn.at Himmelstreppe (lit. stairway to heaven) The Himmelstreppe trains, comprising nine electric low floor units and four panorama coaches, have been operating on a daily basis on the Mariazellerbahn since 2013. Each Himmelstreppe accommodates up to 127 passengers in modern and fully air-conditioned carriages. Summer and winter configurations ensure that the low floor units can be easily configured to accommodate either bikes or winter sports equipment. Access for passengers with reduced mobility, as well as wheelchair accommodation is already provided at major stations and by support of the train attendant on board of each train. Each Trainset is equipped with a wheelchair accessible toilet. Other conveniences include double width doorways, comfort seats and electric outlets at each seat, as well as a state of the art passenger information system. The Mariazellerbahn connects the regional capital St. Pölten with the Pielach valley on an hourly schedule with additional trains during the morning rush. On the section to Mariazell, trains operate every two hours with additional trains during the summer season. The panorama carriages On board catering The first class panorama carriages are the highlight of the In the panorama carriages as well as in the nostalgic “Ötscherbär” Mariazellerbahn. A breath-taking view through the panoramic (Ötscher bear trainset) our catering team will spoil you with delicious windows combined with first class comfort and on board catering treats. Many of the products used are sourced from local suppliers make the trip an unforgettable experience. along the route of the Mariazellerbahn. Savour a delicious breakfast in the morning as well as pastries and coffee or a hearty snack while you Discover the impressive scenery along the Mariazellerbahn line from enjoy the passing landscape. a completely new perspective. Comfortable leather seats with lots of legroom, delicious breakfasts, foldaway wooden tables and reading The offer is rounded off by seasonal specialities from the region, lamps are just some of the featured comforts of the panorama such as delicacies produced from the bright red "Dirndl" fruits carriages. Regional delicacies and drinks ensure that guests travel (cornelian cherries) growing in the Pielachtal valley. in style. OUR SUGGESTION Try our culinary trips and The panorama carriages operate on Saturdays, Sundays and legal savour extraordinary culinary holidays between May and October and during the Advent season. creations and delicacies. Information: www.mariazellerbahn.at/panoramawagen Ötscherbär Steam train Climb on board and enjoy a trip in the cosy Travel as in the old days – experience the romance of the steam Ötscherbär (Ötscher bear train), pulled by the historic electric at its best. locomotive. The Ötscherbär has been lovingly restored inside and out and runs on Saturdays from June to September and during The proud steam engine Mh.6 went into service in 1908. Climb aboard Advent season. and enjoy a trip on this centenarian steam engine – a really special nostalgic experience! Besides the comfortable nostalgic carriages The Ötscherbär offers a special experience for all age groups. there is also always a dining car and first class carriage in the consist. Regional delicacies and drinks are served in the dining carriage. Your bicycle is in good hands in the bicycle carriage. A particularly Please note the specific fares for the steam train. luxurious trip can be enjoyed in the first class carriage with its generous panoramic window and elegant interior. On our themed trips there is a varied program for everyone! Please note the specific fares for the Ötscherbär train. The steam train operates on special occasions between May and October and during the Advent season. Information: www.mariazellerbahn.at/nostalgie-dampflok-mh6 The Ötscherbär train operates on Saturdays between June and September and during the Advent season. Information: www.mariazellerbahn.at/nostalgieverkehr Our suggestion: Enjoy a free trip in one direction with the Niederösterreich-CARD! Laubenbachmühle Be an engine driver Operations centre for the day The heart of the Mariazellerbahn At a site named Laubenbachmühle the NÖVOG has established an A journey in the drivers cab of the Himmelstreppe trainset allows you operations centre including a passenger station, workshop, sheds, to explore the Mariazellerbahn from the engineers perspective. Your dispatching center, management headquarters and bistro. This is day begins with a guided tour of the Laubenbachmühle operations the heart of the Mariazellerbahn. It is also from where other NÖVOG centre before taking a trip to Mariazell and back in the cab. trains are serviced. For younger travellers there is a playground, the bistro offers not only drinks and snacks but also a range of souvenirs You will be accompanied throughout by an employee who will including books, key rings and caps. The “Ötscher Diorama”, one of be delighted to answer all your questions. the largest landscape models in Austria, will give you a totally different perspective on the region. Take a look behind the curtains of the Mariazellerbahn with a tour of We are looking forward the Laubenbachmühle operations centre. You will visit the station, to your inquiry! workshop and management headquarters, learn interesting historical facts and details on the carriages of the Mariazellerbahn. Guided tours Infocenter: can be booked in advance and are held for a minimum of 6 persons. T: +43 2742 360 990-1000 Duration: approx. 45 mins. Group bookings accepted. M: [email protected] Suggestion: come on the Himmelstreppe! The Laubenbachmühle Bistro serves all sorts of delicacies from the region. Enjoy the unique ambience, right in the middle of the operations centre. Enjoy your breakfast as well as lunch and snacks, regional juices and pastries there. We source from local suppliers. You also get souvenirs of the Mariazell Railway. Worth visiting along the Naturpark Ötscher-Tormäuer Mariazellerbahn Rugged beauty At 170 km² Ötscher-Tormäuer is the largest natural park in the whole of St. Pölten Lower Austria – and for many the most impressive too. The provincial capital En route to the peak of the Ötscher massif Discover the charming city of St. Pölten (alt: 1,893 m) pastures, gorges and waterfalls before travel with the Mariazellerbahn. will delight you. At the top, uninterrupted vistas of impenetrable forests, Alpine meadows and flower-filled St. Pölten is one of the oldest cities of Austria landscapes await. The Vordere Tormäuer and Hintere Tormäuer gorges and is also the youngest provincial capital – carved out of the rock by the Erlauf river – are a sight to behold. It’s within Austria. St. Pölten was appointed as a also easy to see why the Ötscherbachgräben is sometimes referred to provincial capital in 1986 and is one of the as Austria’s Grand Canyon. biggest cities of Lower Austria. You can enjoy there the architectural contrasts: Baroque and Lakes and waterfalls. Popular destinations for hikers and day- art nouveau characterize the midtown, whereas trippers include the marked paths on the romantic Hochbärneck contemporary architecture influences the meadowland, the Erlaufsee lake and the Erlaufstausee reservoir, modern quartier. as well as the Mirafall, Trefflingfall, Lassingfall and Schleierfall waterfalls. Full of stalactites and stalagmites, the Ötscher Tropf- steinhöhle caves are full of mystery. Bizarre natural phenomena line the hiking trails, and with any luck you might even find traces of an Ötscher bear somewhere along the way. Pielachtal Mariazeller Land The Dirndl valley Summer sun and The traditional bright red Dirndl winter wonders fruits (also known as Kornelkirschen) symbolise the incredible richness of Peppered with mountains, lakes and the Pielachtal valley. rivers, and home to one of Europe’s most popular pilgrimage churches: From its beginnings just south of St. Pölten, the one-of-a-kind Mariazeller Land. the Pielachtal valley stretches across gently rolling hills, up into the Mostviertel Alps and A picture-postcard old town. Broad town onto the Naturpark Ötscher-Tormäuer. The pic- houses fan out from the beautiful basilica, turesque Pielach is one of the most unspoiled which provides the focal point of the main river landscapes in the whole of Austria. square with its three striking towers. There is always something going on in the heart of this little town of “Pielachtal olives” 1,500 people. The scarlet dirndl fruits grow on the southern slopes of the valley on fruit bushes which bathe the area in a sea of yellow blossoms in In the midst of a magical region. An area that provides inspiration March. The sweet-and-sour dirndls are used in countless delicious for all the senses in summer and in winter. Scale the dizzy heights and local specialities: juices, jams, schnapps, chocolate, cakes and mouth- take in the spectacular natural scenery on a hike or from the saddle. watering Pielachtal olives. The stones are also used to make dirndl Go for a dip in a crystal clear mountain lake or grab your skis and head necklaces and warming dirndl stone cushions. for the Bürgeralpe. Information and arrival anachb.vor.at Plan your journey with public transportation with the free VOR AnachB route planner. Web & App-Version for Android & iOS Litschau Drosendorf Gmünd Retz NIEDERÖSTERREICH Groß Gerungs Lower Austria Krems Emmersdorf Wien St. Pölten Vienna Lauben- bachmühle Waidhofen/Ybbs Mitterbach Losenheim Puchberg Mariazell Infocenter Information & booking daily at T: +43 2742 360 990-1000 | M: [email protected] Werkstättenstraße 13 | 3100 St. Pölten Ticket sales on site: Mon - Fri | 7:30 – 17:00 Good public connection ∙ St. Pölten Central Station: Bahnhofplatz 1, 3100 St. Pölten ∙ Operations center Laubenbachmühle: Laubenbachgegend 18, 3213 Frankenfels ∙ Railway station Mariazell: Erlaufseestraße 19, 8630 Mariazell Tickets webshop.noevog.at or available on the train at no extra charge www.mariazellerbahn.at Here you will get all current information and offers.