Region Hochsteiermark

A paradise for sports enthusiasts and relaxation seekers

With 850 million trees, Styria is known as the Green Heart of Austria. This feeling is especially vivid in the Hochsteiermark holiday region, stretching from the Styrian Semmering and Mariazellerland to the Hochschwab and Rennfeld mountains. It’s easy to slow down, reconnect with nature and recharge here.

In spring, summer and autumn, the mountains and alpine pastures invite you to hike, go on a cycling pilgrimage, enjoy forest bathing and explore spiritual trails. In winter, Hochsteiermark becomes a varied wonderland of snow. Skiing, cross-country skiing, tobogganing, winter walks and snowshoe hikes offer plenty of ways to enjoy the snow-covered mountains, deep forests and crisp winter air, and leave everyday life behind.

Natural doping for all

Whether you enjoy hiking, forest bathing, cycling or pilgrimage, Hochsteiermark invites you to explore nature among mountains, alpine pastures and dense forests. In winter, skiing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and winter hiking offer plenty of ways to get active in the fresh mountain air. Every season brings new opportunities to recharge and enjoy the outdoors in the Hochsteiermark holiday region.

Skiing

Snowshoeing

More than 35 ski lifts and 100 kilometers of slopes at an affordable price – discover ski resorts now.

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Cross-country skiing

Ski Touring

Hilly mountains to climb and the perfect tour to go with them

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Forest bathing

Pilgern

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Culture in Hochsteiermark

Poets, composers & railways

Vibrant towns, living customs with a long tradition and at the same time innovations bring the culture of life closer. Walk in the footsteps of the poet Peter Rosegger or stroll through the small historic town of Bruck an der Mur. No matter what you do in Hochsteiermark, you will be accompanied by nature and culture at every turn.

Tip: Marvel at exhibits from over 2,000 years of skiing history in the WinterSportMuseum. Or revel in times long past at the SÜDBAHN Museum in the old locomotive halls. No matter which of the Mürzzuschlag museums you choose, it will certainly not be boring.

Accommodation and restaurants in Hochsteiermark

From luxury hotels and private guesthouses to vacation apartments, guests will always find the right accommodation in Hochsteiermark. Combined with culinary delights, regardless of whether it's award-winning chefs, Styrian inns or mountain huts. On the menu are freshly prepared delicacies from the region and carefully selected accommodation.

Perfectly prepared for your holiday

Before you can pack your bags and really get going, you first need to decide on the basic points of the trip: Where exactly is the trip going? Which places do you really want to visit? And most importantly, where can you eat well? It is important to start your vacation well prepared so that you can return home relaxed and get back to your daily routine. To ensure that you are well informed about everything, we offer you numerous brochures to browse through.