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The yellow facade of the Kaiserhof guesthouse, with balconies and a terrace beside the street© Land-Pension Kaiserhof

Small hotel · The Rax and Reichenau

Land-Pension Kaiserhof

A village guesthouse in Prein an der Rax, run by the Scharfegger family since 1973, with a history going back to the 18th century and renovated rooms in mountain style.

Information

Prein an der Rax · The Scharfegger family since 1973 · Renovated Swiss-pine rooms

The house

A village guesthouse in Prein an der Rax, south of the mountain, which the Scharfegger family bought in 1973 and extended; the house has a history going back to the 18th century. After a complete renovation, the rooms are in mountain style, with Swiss pine, in several categories.

Where it is

In Prein, about 10 km from the cable car valley station and close to the Preiner Gscheid, from where the Schlangenweg to the plateau starts. By car is the most convenient; without a car, Retter line buses come from Payerbach-Reichenau and there is the area's RUFbus.

Practical details

Details checked on 12 November 2026.

Tips

  • Walk up from the Preiner Gscheid The Schlangenweg is the classic climb up the Rax from the south.

Frequently asked questions

Is it open all year?

The house says it is there every day for its guests; confirm dates when booking.

Can you get there without a car?

Yes, by bus from Payerbach-Reichenau station or with the RUFbus.

By carCar-freeAs a family

Opening hours and prices can change: check them before you go.

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