Buschberg

The highest point in the Weinviertel

At 491 metres, the Buschberg is the highest point in the Leiser Mountains and a popular destination for hikes in the nature park. The summit cross marks the highest point and offers sweeping views across the rolling hills of the Weinviertel.

The combination of nature, views and places to stop for refreshments makes the Buschberg a varied excursion destination for every season.

Gipfelkreuz am Buschberg neben Radarkugel — ©Hans Gumpinger

Good to know

Buschberg is situated in the Leiser Berge Nature Park and can be reached via several hiking trails. The summit cross and the nearby Buschberghütte make the site one of the most popular excursion destinations in the nature park.

Blick vom Buschberg über Trockenrasen und Bäume und einer weiten Landschaft — ©Hans Gumpinger

Experience Buschberg

The area around the Buschberg is characterised by dry grasslands, meadows and varied landscapes. The open location offers sweeping views and provides a typical landscape of the Leiser Mountains.

Depending on the season, the surroundings reveal different facets – from flowering meadows in spring to clear views into the distance during the autumn and winter months.

Hiking around the Buschberg

The Buschberg can be reached via several marked hiking trails and is suitable for both short walks and longer hikes. A variety of starting points allow you to plan your trip flexibly.

You can find an overview of suitable routes on the Hiking Tours page.

Stop for a bite to eat at the Buschberghütte

Just a stone's throw from the summit, the Buschberghütte is the perfect place to stop for a bite to eat. Local food and drink make for a pleasant break during your outing.

Stop for a bite to eat

Sternwarte offen — ©Verein Leiser Berge Sternwarte

Leiser Berge Observatory

On the path from Buschberg to Oberleiserberg lies the Leiser Berge Observatory, which offers fascinating insights into astronomy and the night sky. During events and guided tours, visitors can observe planets, stars and other celestial objects.

Its elevated position within the nature park provides excellent conditions for observation and adds a special experience to the outing.

observatory

The Buschberg is the perfect place to combine with other activities in the nature park. As well as hiking, cycling tours offer a variety of ways to explore the landscape of the Leiser Mountains.

You can find further ideas for your stay on the Hiking Tours and Cycling & Mountain Bike Tours pages. For planning a full day out, Day Trips offers additional suggestions.