Circular hike Weißkirchen

Accessible by public transport

Public bus (within 15 minutes walking distance from starting point)

Characteristics

Skill

Fitness

The tour in numbers

Level of difficulty easy

Route 10,1 km

Time 2:30 h

Uphill 280 hm

Downhill 280 hm

Highest point 964 m

“The gentle one": This circular hiking trail is considered the absolute “classic” in Zirbenland. It takes you around charming Weißkirchen past the Maxlan Chapel with views of the mystical Eppenstein castle ruins.

From Weißkirchen, it is not long to reach the Maxlan Chapel. From there you have a beautiful view of the village with its characteristic church tower. Weather masses are regularly held at the Maxlan Chapel, which stands in the middle of the forest. The route then continues via Schoberegg and Riedler to Eberdorf. And back again to Weißkirchen.

Best season

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More information

You can reach Weißkirchen im Zirbenland from the north via the S36 - exit Zeltweg West. From the south you have the possibility to reach the heart of the Zirbenland via the A2 - exit Bad St. Leonhard over the Obdacher Sattel.
You can park in the center of Weißkirchen

Classic circular hiking trail 324, red-white-red markings

This circular hiking trail is considered the absolute "classic" in Zirbenland. A "must-hike", so to speak. From the village center you reach the Maxlan Chapel via Baumkirchen. From there you have a beautiful view of Weißkirchen with its characteristic church tower. Weather masses are regularly held at the Maxlan Chapel in the middle of the forest. The route continues along a variety of paths and trails. The route climbs steadily and gently through the forest. Downhill again via Riedler and Schoberegg to Eberdorf. The circular route closes through the settlement.

In order to really enjoy a hike in the Murtal and relax, please note the following points:

Plan your stages according to your condition and ability. Take your time. Organize your energy very well, take enough breaks.
There are very long sections. Not everywhere there are possibilities to stop for refreshments. For a long-distance hiker it goes without saying that he should have enough drinks (and snacks) with him.
Adapt your behavior to the respective conditions, both meteorological and ground conditions. Study the weather forecast daily.

Pay attention to yourself and other hikers.

Dress appropriately for a hike:

Wear weather-appropriate, durable clothing. In any case, the clothing should protect you from possible rain and cold or sun and heat.
Even low mountain ranges often hold meteorological surprises. It is not uncommon, even in June, for a cold snap to occur at higher altitudes.
Sandals, bathing slippers, even sneakers are not the appropriate footwear for a hike.
Use hiking boots with ankle protection. Make sure they have a good tread and grip. After rain showers, it can be very slippery in the forest, even in summer, on roots, leaves and stones

On the way back you can make a stop at the Hofer weaving mill, where a special Zirbenland fabric is on offer.

Information on public transportation can be found at www.verbundlinie.at

More information at www.murtal.at/wandern You can also find this tour on the following hiking map:

Region Murtal - Hiking map 1 & 2 - Tour 41a

The hiking maps 1,2&3 - you can get for free at the tourism association Murtal - info@murtal.at - Tel.: +43 3577 26600

You can also find more information about the region on - www.murtal.at

You can also find this tour on the following hiking map:

Region Murtal - Hiking map 1 & 2 - Tour 41a

The hiking maps 1,2&3 - you can get for free at the tourism association Murtal - info@murtal.at - Tel.: +43 3577 26600

You can also find more information about the region on - www.murtal.at