Tour 20b - MTB -Fohnsdorfer Graben Gstättnerweg

This beautiful panoramic tour starts at the main square in Fohnsdorf at cycle junction 20 and leads north into the Fohnsdorfer Graben past the Varnstorff ruins. The route continues along the Panoramaweg with its serpentines and great views to the finish at Gstättner. At the small mountain chapel there is the opportunity for a nice rest before returning the same way.

Walkers and hikers always have priority. A friendly and considerate approach to pedestrians is a prerequisite. In case of encounters, it is important to make yourself known with the bell and pass slowly. Walking paths and hiking trails may not be used by mountain bikes.

Our nature and landscape is as good as untouched and beautiful. To keep it that way, we ask you to avoid littering and unnecessary noise. In order not to disturb the animals, the mountain bike trails should be used only during the day:

from June 1 to September 15 from 9.00 a.m. to 7.00 p.m.

from 16 September to 31 October from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.

Ride only on cleared, marked trails and never off the beaten path. On the forest paths the road traffic regulations must be observed!

Just as when driving a car, you should always ride on sight when mountain biking. On forest roads, wood on the roadway and motor vehicles are to be expected.

If you encounter grazing livestock on the trail, reduce your speed to walking pace to avoid wrong reactions of the animals. Please always close grazing gates!

Proper self-assessment is necessary in any sport! Do not overstrain yourself in technique and condition. This also avoids accidents.

Mountain bike: roadworthy (e-)mountain bike with plenty of wheel traction, bike helmet, if necessary enduro or full-face helmet, if necessary elbow and knee protectors, if necessary back and shin protector, day bike backpack (approx. 20 liters) with rain cover, mountain bike shoes with ankle protection, weather-adapted and durable clothing in multi-layer principle (e.g. functional shirt, bike jersey, bib shorts, arm warmers and leg warmers). shatterproof cycling glasses, long-finger gloves, air pump, bicycle tools, sun and rain protection, provisions and drinking water, water bottle and suitable holder, first aid kit, pocket knife, cell phone, if necessary cell phone holder for the handlebars, if necessary headlamp and reflectors, maps.

On the way back, a short walk around the Fohnsdorf ruins with a visit to the Fohnsdorf Reconciliation Cross and a rest at the viewing bench under the "Fohnsdorf Heart"

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

More information at www.murtal.at/mtb  The bike map and the bike tour booklet are available at all locations of the Tourist Association Murtal and at many businesses in the region

More information about bike and MTB routes you can find here www.murtal.at 

The tour map "Nimm's Radl Murtal" and the bike map "Nimm's Radl" >>> available in the tourist offices in the Murtal region - or order online:

www.murtal.at/prospekte