Vogelturm Rechnitz – Geschriebenstein Summit Cross loop from Rechnitz

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Vogelturm Rechnitz – Geschriebenstein Summit Cross loop from Rechnitz

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Vogelturm Rechnitz – Geschriebenstein Summit Cross loop from Rechnitz

05:04

16.7km

560m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Naturpark Geschriebenstein

Kőszegi Tájvédelmi Körzet

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3 m

St. Catherine's Parish Church, Rechnitz

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A beautifully designed main square, in which the baroque, listed church stands out: de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Katholische_Pfarrkirche_Rechnitz

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32 m

Roman Catholic Parish Church, Rechnitz

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The construction of this church goes back to Count Adam I. Batthyány and the year 1654. It was completed in 1679. In addition to an early baroque high altar with …

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1.54 km

Trail Map of Naturpark Geschriebenstein

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Here is a rough overview of the Geschriftstein Nature Park and the surrounding area or unlimited pleasure hiking. Small directional signs can also be found nearby.

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1.82 km

Kletterturm Rechnitz (ehemals "Vogelturm")

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The former Rechnitz bird tower is over 20m high and can be accessed after a voluntary donation. From the tower you can see the swimming lake and the Günser Mountains.

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6.38 km

View of the Pannonian Plain from Naturpark Geschriebenstein

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Coming out of the forest, you have a wonderful panoramic view from here. A large "swathe" gives you a clear view of the Pannonian Plain.

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8.68 km

Geschriebenstein Summit Cross

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The summit cross is just before the famous observation tower directly on the way there. It was built in 2012.

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8.74 km

Geschriebenstein Observation Tower (Írottkő Lookout)

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The summit cross is a little way away from the summit, because the beautiful lookout tower is located there. However, it is right on the path and cannot be overlooked. …

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9.55 km

Panoramic View of Hungary from Naturpark Geschriebenstein

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Those who follow the given route - this detour is worth it. From here you have a wonderful panoramic view as far as Hungary. And in contrast to the summit, …

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16.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.4 km

3.11 km

1.18 km

< 100 m

Surfaces