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Campsite Kaumberg: why a spot on a sheep farm suits families
The campsite in Kaumberg belongs to a working sheep farm in the southern Wienerwald. For families, I see one clear advantage: children do not need entertainers when sheep graze next door and meadow and woodland invite play.
Even so, parents and grandparents have two fair questions. Is there enough to do when no programme is running? And are dogs really welcome? I answer both below.
The section also covers:
- daily life with a dog on the site
- walks, cycle routes and outings for children nearby
- the cost per night
- getting here, including without a car
A side valley location, 30 kilometres from Vienna
Campsite Kaumberg lies at Höfnergraben 2, in a quiet side valley of the southern Wienerwald. Meadows and mixed woodland surround the site, and a mountain stream runs along the bank. Vienna is about 30 to 35 kilometres to the north-east.
This helps families in a practical way. Every hour in the car is an hour missing at the site, and children rarely cope well with long journeys. Because the drive is short, you can be standing on the meadow on Friday evening, looking at the sheep next door. So more of the weekend is left for the woods and for walks with the dog.
The Wienerwald Biosphere Park begins north of the site, and it is also a Natura 2000 area. The countryside around your pitch is therefore protected.
What a working sheep farm next door means
Campsite Kaumberg belongs to a working sheep farm. The sheep graze on the meadows not far from the pitches. Around 120 old fruit varieties shape the grounds, and the farm has been in the same family for about 200 years.
In our view, real animals and a farm with a daily routine give children more than a playground with a programme. They see how sheep graze and how fruit ripens. Because none of this can be planned, it stays interesting.
There is, however, no petting zoo with fixed times. The animals belong to a working farm, so their day follows the farm’s needs. In return, children see them in ordinary farm life.
Dogs at Campsite Kaumberg
The operator welcomes dogs at Campsite Kaumberg. The site belongs to an active sheep farm, and the sheep graze on meadows near the pitches.
Your dog will meet grazing animals every day. So it is best to clarify in advance where he needs to be on the lead and which areas are off limits. Also ask about fees or breed restrictions before you arrive.
Leopold Grandl can answer your questions on +43 676 4741966 or by email at reservierung@camping-noe.at. Then you know what applies before you book, and the children can watch the sheep without your dog causing any disruption.
Dogs are welcome: what we know and what to ask beforehand
Dogs are welcome at Campsite Kaumberg. We do not mention other rules or fees here because no confirmed information is available. The farm’s sheep graze on meadows near the pitches.
For this reason, a call before you arrive makes sense. Leopold Grandl answers your questions personally on +43 676 4741966. Clarify these points:
- How should your dog be managed on site, and is a lead required?
- Which pitch would suit your dog?
- Which grazing areas should you avoid?
In my view, asking beforehand means fewer surprises on the day. The children also stay relaxed, because they look forward to seeing the sheep.
Walking with your dog: meadows, forest and 52 kilometres of trails
Dogs are welcome at Campsite Kaumberg, and exercise space is right outside your pitch. The municipality maintains 52 kilometres of marked walking routes. There are also walks around the farm and through mixed woodland. Because the terrain is mostly flat, the routes suit older dogs and grandparents with grandchildren.
The farm’s sheep graze near the pitches, so keep your dog on the lead around them. That protects both sheep and dog.
The pitches measure roughly 90 to over 100 m². Alongside your caravan or tent there is plenty of space for a water bowl and dog bed.
What children can do at Campsite Kaumberg
Children get meadows and woodland here, and plenty of time to use them. The farm’s sheep graze on the meadows close to the pitches. The children watch them, stroll around the farm and find their own entertainment.
For longer outings there are two destinations:
- The Araburg castle ruin stands at 800 metres, about 1.5 hours’ walk from Kaumberg.
- The Weißer Zoo in Kernhof has white tigers and camels. Opening times are on weisserzoo.at.
Dogs are welcome on the site, so yours can come too. Children aged 5 to 13 pay EUR 6.00 per day.
Meadow, woodland, sheep and stream right on the site
There is no entertainment programme at Campsite Kaumberg. After breakfast you walk across the farm with the children and watch the sheep grazing. Then they play on the meadow while the dog lies in the shade.
In the afternoon, a walk into the nearby woods is worth it. There the children build dens, collect sticks and cones, and look for animal tracks. In the evening you sit outside the caravan with the sheep still in view.
The site lies on the bank of a mountain stream, so stay alert near the water with younger children. The same applies around the animals. Sheep are farm animals, so keep children and dog at a distance.
Walking to Araburg and other tours nearby
The Araburg castle ruin stands at 800 metres, the highest castle ruin in Lower Austria. From the centre of Kaumberg, follow the green waymarks across meadows and through mixed woodland. The walk takes about 1.5 hours.
The route suits children from about six years old. Younger children can manage the climb only with a child carrier. Plan breaks on the meadows along the way and bring a picnic, so the children set the pace.
From Campsite Kaumberg, the Peilstein is also worth visiting as a second walking destination.
Cycling and a trip to the Weißer Zoo
The Triestingtal-Gölsental cycle route is 62 kilometres long and links Hirtenberg and Leobersdorf with St. Pölten. It runs through small villages, along riverbanks and past inns and parks. However, the whole route is too much for children. Families staying at Campsite Kaumberg are better off planning sections: one stretch a day, with a stop for refreshments in between.
On rainy days, or for a change of scene, the Weißer Zoo in Kernhof is a good option. White tigers, snow leopards, albino kangaroos and pygmy goats live there. Opening times and prices are on weisserzoo.at.
Facilities and costs at Campsite Kaumberg
The site has around 50 pitches, each measuring between 90 and over 100 m². Every pitch has electricity, drinking water and a waste water connection. The sanitary block dates from 2005 and is fully accessible, and the ADAC awards it 5 stars. Dogs are welcome. Also, there is free Wi-Fi (1 GB) and an inn serving traditional Austrian home cooking.
Prices are per night from 30 March to 30 September 2026:
- Caravan or motorhome with 2 people: €33.00
- Tent with 2 people: €28.00
- Child aged 5 to 13: €6.00 per day
- Electricity: €0.50 per kW, charged by meter reading
Tourist tax, waste charge, water, sewage and VAT are included in the price. Payment is by cash only, as card payments are not possible. However, prices can change, so the current list at camping-noe.at/preise/ applies.
Pitches, sanitary facilities and inn
Campsite Kaumberg has around 50 pitches for guests. Each plot measures roughly 90 to over 100 m². Electricity, drinking water and a waste water connection are right at the pitch, so you do not have to carry canisters.
The sanitary block dates from 2005 and is fully accessible. The ADAC rates it at 5 stars. Also, Wi-Fi is available on site, with 1 GB fair use free of charge.
The inn on site serves home cooking from its own kitchen. Ask the operator beforehand to find out whether it is open on the day you arrive. The site has held the EU Ecolabel since 2007.
2026 prices and cash-only payment
Prices at Campsite Kaumberg are per night from 30 March to 30 September 2026. A caravan or motorhome with two people costs €33, and a tent with two people costs €28. For a child aged 5 to 13, you pay €6 per day.
Electricity is added on top, charged by meter reading at €0.50 per kW. Tourist tax, waste charge, water, sewage and taxes are included in the price. Reduced rates are listed at camping-noe.at/preise/.
Payment is by cash only, and cards are not accepted. So plan to bring cash for your whole stay, including electricity.
Getting there, season and booking
Campsite Kaumberg sits at Höfnergraben 2, about 30 to 35 kilometres south-west of Vienna. The season runs from 30 March to 30 September 2026, and you can book year-round.
Payment is cash only. Children aged 5 to 13 cost EUR 6.00 per day, and dogs are welcome. If you travel without a car, take bus line 169 or the Mariazell bus 552. Current timetables are on vor.at.
By car or bus to Kaumberg
For your satnav, use Höfnergraben 2, 2572 Kaumberg. The route to Campsite Kaumberg leads from all three motorways to the B18. From the A1, take the St. Pölten Süd exit. From the A21, take Mayerling, and from the A2, take Leobersdorf.
Then leave the B18. From there, it is another 400 metres to the site.
By bus, line 169 runs between Vienna and Kaumberg. The Mariazell bus 552 also connects Vienna Mitte with the town. The Kaumberg/Höfnergraben stop is close to the site. You can find timetables and ticket prices on vor.at, postbus.at and ÖBB Scotty.
Season 2026 and booking by email
The site is open from 30 March to 30 September 2026. You can book year-round by email at reservierung@camping-noe.at or by phone on +43 676 4741966. If no confirmation arrives quickly, check your spam folder.
Book early, especially for school holidays, because the site has only around 50 pitches for guests. If you get in touch soon, you can agree on dates and pitch type without rush.
Campsite Kaumberg suits families, grandparents with grandchildren and dog owners who want meadow, woodland and sheep next door. However, there is no entertainment or children’s programme, and card payment is not available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Campsite Kaumberg, and how far is it from Vienna?
Campsite Kaumberg lies in the southern Vienna Woods, in a quiet side valley on the bank of a mountain stream. Vienna is around 30 to 35 kilometres away. The satnav address is Höfnergraben 2, 2572 Kaumberg.
Are dogs allowed at Campsite Kaumberg?
Yes, dogs are welcome. The site belongs to a working sheep farm, so the sheep graze close to the pitches. If your dog is very lively, call the owner, Leopold Grandl, beforehand on +43 676 4741966.
What can children do at Campsite Kaumberg?
Meadows and woodland begin right at the site, and the farm’s sheep graze next door. Children can also walk around the farm, and there is a hike to the Araburg castle ruins, which takes about 1.5 hours. For a day out, the Weißer Zoo in Kernhof is a good option.
How much does a night at Campsite Kaumberg cost?
A caravan or motorhome with two people costs €33.00 per night, and a tent with two people costs €28.00. A child aged 5 to 13 costs €6.00 per day. Electricity is charged on top, by meter reading, at €0.50 per kW. Payment is by cash only; cards are not accepted.
When is Campsite Kaumberg open, and how do I book?
The 2026 season runs from 30 March to 30 September. You can reserve all year round by email at reservierung@camping-noe.at or by phone on +43 676 4741966. If you do not receive a confirmation, check your spam folder as well.
How do I get from Campsite Kaumberg to Vienna without a car?
Bus line 169 runs from Kaumberg directly to Matzleinsdorfer Platz in Vienna. The journey takes about 55 minutes. You can find current departure times and ticket prices on vor.at, postbus.at or in the ÖBB Scotty app.