Pitten: History, Hiking Trails and Rose Garden

Pitten combines an impressive history with hiking trails, gardens, art and a varied day by the water. Numerous paths lead up into the hills and offer wonderful panoramic views. At the same time, the town is home to remarkable evidence from many centuries: from the Bronze Age Schlossberg and medieval rule to exhibitions that bring industry, tourism and regional culture to life. Anyone looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home in Pitten can therefore tailor their stay to a wide range of interests.

Discover four millennia of history

A good starting point for visitors interested in culture is PIZ1000 – the Pitten Regional Museum. There you can see Bronze Age and Roman finds, a deed of donation from the year 869, the complaint relating to the Nibelungenlied and the Pitten Corvinus Cup from 1485. The local history section also explores the development of industry, including mining and paper production, as well as the history of tourism and summer holidays in the 19th century. An art gallery presents the painter Sepp Buchner, who spent a large part of his life in Pitten.

The “Zeitsprünge 4000” History Trail leads through 4,000 years of Pitten’s history with five stations. The Schlossberg offers a particularly far-reaching glimpse into the past: a fortification already stood there in the Bronze Age, around 1500 BC. Written sources refer to the castle complex as “castellum Butinu(m)”; it had been resettled by the 11th century at the latest and served as a regional seat of power for the influential Counts of Formbach. In addition, the history of the listed parish rectory dates back to the 17th century. Following extensive restoration, it once again shines in early Baroque splendour.

Art and special places in the townscape

You can also encounter creative works in Pitten away from the museum. Christine Buchner exhibits her paintings at Atelier Buchner; photographs by her son and works by young international artists are also on display. The studio also offers painting courses and seminars that can be booked all year round. An unusual cultural and historical site is the rare rock church directly behind Pitten Mountain Church. Its interior contains 13th-century frescoes.

Flowers, bees and a day by the water

The Pitten Rose Garden is ideal for quieter moments. On 1,600 square metres, visitors can discover and smell more than 100 different varieties of roses, including rugosa roses, English roses and hybrid tea roses. Admission is free. This makes the garden an independent stop for anyone wanting to plan a tranquil break between cultural visits and hikes.

The Pitten Bee Educational Trail focuses on beekeeping and its importance. Ten information panels explain the history of beekeeping, bees as organisms, bee products and bee mortality. The trail also includes artistically designed beehives. For families wanting to combine a day of water and activity, Schlossbad Pitten offers a day of swimming for the whole family, a long blue water slide and a small slide in the paddling pool. The spacious sunbathing lawn also offers a lovely view of historic Pitten.

Which accommodation suits your plans

Choosing accommodation in Pitten can easily be tailored to your own holiday plans. If you are primarily interested in experiencing history and art, the museum, History Trail, Schlossberg, rectory and the two special churches can form the focus of your days. Those who enjoy being outdoors can combine the hilltop trails with the Rose Garden or Bee Educational Trail. For a family-oriented stay, Schlossbad can provide the focus of an entire day. A holiday apartment provides a suitable base for a trip whose programme alternates between discovery, nature and relaxation, without requiring you to limit yourself to just one type of experience.

Other places to include in your search

If you would like to expand your search to include other places, you can also compare Gasteil, Puchberg Am Schneeberg, Feistritz Am Wechsel, Bürg, Kranichberg, Neuwald, Sankt Corona Am Wechsel and Payerbach.

To the overarching travel overview: Neunkirchen.