Hohe Veitsch, Mountain summit in Styria, Austria

Hohe Veitsch is a limestone summit in Styria with its main peak at approximately 1,980 meters and a wide plateau extending beneath it. The mountain features multiple routes and pathways across its slopes, providing options for visitors with different levels of hiking experience.

The Graf Meran House just below the summit stands at 1,836 m and is run by the Austrian Tourist Club (ÖTK). The Hohe Veitsch is crossed by long-distance trails: the North-South Long Distance Path 05 from Niederalpl meets the North Alpine Way 01 on the summit, and both continue west via Turnauer Alm and Göriacher Alm to the Styrian Seeberg. The Styrian Mariazell Way also crosses the massif.

This limestone peak has long drawn hikers and climbers who value the open views and connection to the alpine landscape. The trails crossing the plateau remain popular routes for people seeking mountain experiences in this part of Austria.

Multiple trails lead to the summit, some taking around two to three hours depending on the route chosen. Visitors should allow extra time and check weather conditions before setting out, as mountain weather can change quickly at this elevation.

The summit marks the municipal boundary between Mariazell and Sankt Barbara im Mürztal. The long-distance trails 01 and 05 meet here and run together westwards via Turnauer Alm and Göriacher Alm to the Styrian Seeberg.