River hiking in the Erzberg-Leoben region
A unique experience in nature
In Erzberg-Leoben, visitors can try river hiking. The place of refreshing action is the Mur – Styria’s main river. Instead of taking a stroll along the banks, river hiking is all about experiencing the river from the water. Leisurely or action-packed – there are various ways to discover the Mur’s river landscape:
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Boat trips on the Mur River
Whether alone, as twosomes or larger groups, boat trips on the Mur are a special experience. Speaking of special, Le Bootshaus offers tours for special occasions. These include stag and hen parties and mega SUP tours, which are ideal for groups.
The Greentour is very environmentally friendly. The route to the starting point of the boat trip is covered by 4-seater bicycle along the newly built cycle path to Hinterberg. The boat trip starts at the Leoben-Hinterberg boarding point. The tour continues through the Göss district, the villa district, under the Waasenbrücke bridge, past the Schwammerlturm tower and back to the boathouse.
River hiking with a stand-up paddle board
Explore the Mur from a new perspective while standing upright – this is possible with the trendy sport of stand-up paddling. Beginners are recommended to take courses where they can learn important basics and valuable tips for their tour.
Those who already have experience can take advantage of the courses on offer to hone their technique and raise their skills to a professional level.
Borrow and get started
Off to the Mur:
Water sports enthusiasts who prefer to take the oars or paddles into their own hands and explore the Mur independently can take advantage of the rental service. Le Bootshaus offers a selection ranging from boats to SUPs and canoes. There is no need to worry about transport to the respective entry points, as there are special offers available for this.
Good to know: thanks to its ideal location, Le Bootshaus is easily accessible by train.
Cleverly combined: active on the Mur
There are numerous activities around the Mur that can be combined with hiking along the river. One option that is well known among cycling enthusiasts is the Mur Cycle Path. The fourth and fifth stages lead through the Erzberg-Leoben region and can be combined with a refreshing river hike. Another way to complement river hiking with another sporting activity is to take advantage of the numerous hiking trails around the Mur.
After an active day on the Mur, a culinary treat is a must. Whether it's ice cream as a refreshment or a Styrian delicacy, the numerous restaurants in the region guarantee plenty of moments of enjoyment.
