A holiday that helps you slow down by speeding up.

The murtal

A place that gives you goose pimples and fires up your racing spirit, of clear mountain air and the proud drive to conquer the summits, of warm hospitality and the merry sound of children's laughter – all of this is our Murtal in the heart of Styria in Austria.

Discover the many treasures of the Region Murtal, region of adventure and experience. Have you ever experienced the indescribable feeling of standing on top of a mountain, breathing in crisp mountain air, having reached the end of your long hike? Drunk in the earthy scent of the forest floor as you conquer the Zirbitz, king of Styria's mountains? Stopped at the highest Schutzhütte (alpine inn restaurant) with your family to enjoy a traditional Murtal "Steirerkäsbrot" or join the owner in toasting your success with a warming "Zirbenschnapserl"? The people of the Murtal are known for the warmth of their hospitality. On the way back down, discover clear mountain springs and pure nature. Everyday life is far away; the sky is close enough to touch.

Your Murtal

In the Murtal you live between deceleration and acceleration. Feel the heartbeat while you're cheering along at an exciting race at the Red Bull Ring. Or have you ever stepped on the gas in one of these racing cars yourself? Experience the pure adrenaline kick. It's exactly this speed that will help you slow down in the Murtal, whether you're hiking in the fabulous mountain world with more than 92 peaks over 2,000 meters or relaxing in the thermal spa. Discover here untouched nature, quiet Mur floodplains, peace and serenity.

Enjoy free time

Relaxation and taking time out from everyday life is no problem in the Murtal. Relax in the Aqualuxtherme Fohnsdorf, let yourself be pampered with massages, escape from everyday life in the spa area of the Gschlössl Murtal, enjoy cosmetic treatments with many professional providers. Forget stress and hustle and bustle and slow down the Murtal way. Countless restaurants of the region spoil you with typical tasty home cooking, but also with noble delicacies from the gourmet kitchen. Let the Murtal melt in your mouth, spicy cheeses, sweet sins and quality products from organic farming with attention to detail await you. The Murtal is in a class of its own - not only culinary but also historical.

The Murtal is in a class of its own - not only culinary but also historical.

Culture in the Murtal

Along the way through the Mur Valley, you'll find exciting stories and cultural hotspots, like the Museum Murtal, where you'll find the legendary Strettweg cult car. Discover the history of train travel and visit the railroad museum in Knittelfeld. Feel the past during an exciting guided tour through one of our mines. Feel the nostalgia of automotive history in the Puch Museum and the Beetle Museum, just as it used to be...