Health and recreation in the Murau region

Did you know that Swiss stone pine and larch are two of the most robust conifers in Austria? What’s more, both are said to be beneficial for your health.

The stone pine is known as the “queen of the Alps”. Its precious wood is considered to have relaxing and soporific effects and is known for its characteristically resinous and spicy scent. Whether it’s anxiety, lethargy or depression: Stone pine wood gives you emotional security and strength and contributes to a healthy lifestyle.

Proven effects of stone pine wood:

• reduces a high heart rate
• improves your general well-being
• prevents sleep disorders
• stabilises the circulatory system
• reduces weather sensitivity
• has blood-purifying and anti-inflammatory effects
• alleviates the symptoms of common colds and sinusitis

The larch is one of the most colourful conifers, so it’s not surprising that its wood is said to have mood-lifting effects. The larch stands for mental strength and energy. If you suffer from stress or burn-out, the gently resinous scent of larch wood can contribute to balancing mood swings.

The larch also has positive effects on wound healing and pain relief. In addition, it is used as a disinfectant as well as for common colds and flus. The wood of the larch tree has antibacterial and mucolytic properties and supports the regeneration process in case of bronchitis and pneumonia.

The Steirische Krakau region between Sölkpass and Preber is a member of the “Austrian hiking villages” association. In addition, it is a certified climatic spa. As a stage on the popular “From Glacier to Wine” hiking route, the health resort of Krakau is a perfect destination for a soothing holiday. Expect stunning summits, mountain lakes, Alpine pastures and mountain huts – plus plenty of tranquillity and fresh air!

Talking about fresh air: “Luftkurort” or climatic spa is a title only given to towns or regions with a local climate which is considered beneficial to health and recovery. Selection criteria include air quality as well as a low noise and dust pollution. The health-promoting effects of the air in the Steirische Krakau region have been scientifically proven by long-time measurements.

Gesundheitspark Murau (Murau health park) is a specialised medical institution right in the heart of the region. The medical therapy centre for outpatient care is all about health, exercise and well-being and offers a vast range of treatments. The centre’s focus is not just on treating diseases, but also on preventing them.

Prevention, therapy and rehabilitation: If you’re a company or private person looking for a reliable health partner, look no further than Gesundheitspark Murau. In addition to their medical services, they also offer left-hander advice, pedicure and beauty treatments as well as various services from the fields of graphomotor skills and orthopaedic technology.

If you take the time to stop and consider, you can realign your priorities and values. The perfect opportunity to do so is during forest bathing in the Murau region. Forest bathing is about recognising your individual needs in a natural environment and offers a great alternative to taking a walk at Zirbitzkogel-Grebenzen Nature Park.

Of course, you don’t necessarily need a forest to go bathing in the Murau region. After all, there are plenty of refreshing natural lakes and public pools to take a dip.

Unsere Spezialgebiete sind die Bereiche Stressmedizin und psychische Gesundheit, für die im „AUSZEIT“ entsprechende Angebote zur Verfügung stehen. Diese reichen von kurzen Vorsorgeprogrammen über „Mental Wellness Wochen“ bis hin zur psychiatrischen Rehabilitation.