Bike & Hike in Hochsteiermark
Bike to the mountain – hike to the summit
First pedal, then lace up your hiking boots: Bike & Hike in Hochsteiermark combines cycling and hiking for a unique mountain experience in Austria. By mountain bike, e-MTB or gravel bike, the routes take you through scenic valleys and forests and up to alpine pastures – before continuing on foot towards the summit.
Ten selected Bike & Hike tours, ranging from 73 to 75 kilometres, lead through the diverse mountain landscape of Hochsteiermark – from the striking limestone peaks of the Hochschwab, Schneealpe and Hohe Veitsch to the Fischbach Alps. Discover a unique combination of mountain biking, gravel biking and hiking in Hochsteiermark.
What is Bike & Hike?
The best of both worlds
Why Bike & Hike in Hochsteiermark?
Made for Bike & Hike
Hochsteiermark is made for Bike & Hike. Cycle through valleys and forests and up to alpine pastures, then continue on foot to the summit. Ten selected tours combine varied cycling routes with memorable hiking experiences.
- 10 selected Bike & Hike tours – from leisurely to challenging
- Two experiences in one tour – first cycle, then lace up your hiking boots
- From valley to summit – explore the Hochschwab, Schneealm, Hohe Veitsch and Fischbach Alps
- Easy to reach by train – the starting points of the tours are conveniently located at railway stations
- For mountain bikes, e-MTBs & gravel bikes – depending on the tour and terrain
- Alpine pastures, summits & places to eat – combining outdoor adventures with the flavours of Hochsteiermark
Bike & Hike by train
An easy way to reach the trailhead
Hop on the train, arrive and start cycling: All ten Bike & Hike tours start directly at railway stations, making it easy and convenient to travel by public transport.
Along the Mürz Valley, train services connect many of the tour starting points. Hochsteiermark is also easily accessible by public transport from Vienna and Graz.
This means your Bike & Hike adventure can begin right at the station – without having to search for a parking space and with the flexibility to combine individual tours with train connections.
Everything you need for cycling
Services, bike rental & more
Whether you need a bike rental, quick help with a breakdown or the nearest e-bike charging station, Hochsteiermark offers a wide range of cycling services. Bike workshops, service points, rental options and other practical facilities help ensure a smooth ride throughout your trip.
FAQ – frequently asked questions about Bike & Hike in Hochsteiermark
Bike & Hike combines cycling and hiking. The first part of the tour is completed by bike, while the second – usually the final ascent to a viewpoint or summit – is covered on foot. Both sections are designed to complement each other, with the tour starting and ending at the same point.
There are ten selected Bike & Hike tours in Hochsteiermark. They lead to destinations including the Schneealm, Hohe Veitsch, Aflenzer Bürgeralm and Schießlingalm, as well as through the mountain landscape of the Hochschwab, Rosegger’s Waldheimat and the Mariazellerland.
Bike & Hike is ideal for active cyclists, hiking enthusiasts and anyone who wants to experience nature in a variety of ways.
Not necessarily. Due to the longer distances and elevation gains on some routes, an e-mountain bike is recommended for many tours. Some routes can also be completed by gravel bike or mountain bike.
Yes. The starting points of all ten tours were deliberately chosen close to railway stations. The S1 train connects numerous starting points along the Mürz Valley and runs hourly between Bruck an der Mur and Mürzzuschlag. This makes it easy to reach the tours by public transport, including from Vienna and Graz.
The main season runs from May to October, when alpine paths and hiking trails are generally free of snow. For high-alpine tours, June to September is recommended. Route accessibility may vary, so always check the latest information for your chosen route before setting off.
