Short rest while cycling in Eastern Styria | © TV Oststeiermark | Bernhard Bergmann Short rest while cycling in Eastern Styria | © TV Oststeiermark | Bernhard Bergmann
    Now even easier with the new Park & Bike concept

    Cycling in the Eastern Styria

    Cycling in the Eastern Styria? Definitely! Cycling in Austria’s garden can be challenging but most of all enjoyable. Experience the Eastern Styria at your own pace – there is lots to see. 

    For the adventure region of Eastern Styria, a positive development on the subject of cycling is a priority. A number of steps have been taken to ensure that guests and cycling enthusiasts gain even more enjoyment from cycling in the garden of Austria.

    Since recently, you can also ride the best routes of Eastern Styria in advance completely from home in the Hybrid Cup Eastern Styria. You can find more information below.

    The bike map shines in a new design and has been completely revised and accordingly the signs on the bike paths have been adapted. New rental points for e-bikes have been created. The new concept Park & Bike brings some advantages with it: Park your car at the free parking lot and be on the road with your e-bike in all directions on a bike path. At Retter Reisen in Pöllau there is the possibility to pick up the online reserved bike directly at the I-BIKE BOX.

    With great anticipation we look forward to the numerous top cycling events in the region, including Radjugendtour, Ultra Rad Challenge and Genussradln in the Ökoregion Kaindorf. The great thing is that there is something for every type of cyclist. Families cycle on flat routes and can also enjoy the regional products and delicacies, while the sporty types put their skills to the test in the Ultra Rad Challenge.

    From 01 May there is a new offer for gravel bikers in Eastern Styria: The Gravel Challenge on the tour "Der große Jogl"! On three different route variants, the hilly landscape can be explored with the gravel bike.

    Order cycling map of Eastern Styria now!

    From 2024 - New cycle path between Birkfeld and Koglhof

    ROUND VIEW TOUR

    The new connection to the R8 will be open to our cyclists from 2024 and will enable leisurely cycle tours from Birkfeld to Koglhof and beyond.

    Break at the Feistritztalweg | © Tom Lamm | ikarus.cc | Tom Lamm

    Holiday On two wheels

    A fantastic scenery unfolds on either side as you pedal: Gently rolling hills, flowering meadows, lush orchards, rippling rivers, quiet villages and towns. Regional specialities are always just around the corner in the Eastern Styria, and hosts entice you to pause and refresh yourself with freshly pressed fruit juices, tangy wines and regional specialities

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    On the road on two wheels

    CYCLING IN THE PÖLLAUER TAL NATURE PARK

    Cycling tours in Eastern Styria

    With the map2web bike overview map of Eastern Styria you can choose the desired category according to your taste, locate the tours at a quick glance and view the course. A short description and the respective altitude profile reveal the difficulty. The selection ranges from pleasure bike tours to mountain bike and racing bike tours.

    Start planning and get on your bike!

    This is how cycling works in Eastern Styria

    Book e-bikes quickly and conveniently from home

    Park & Bike

    The fan community of electronically assisted cycling is growing from cycling season to cycling season. That's why in the Erlebnisregion Oststeiermark you don't just ride on electricity, but also "with the power". The 5 iBike Box locations in Eastern Styria at www.ibike-box.com provide uncomplicated and inexpensive access to environmentally friendly locomotion with electric bicycles.

    Renting the latest e-bikes online is now easy and convenient with the I-BIKE BOX at RETTER Reisebüro in the Pöllauer Tal Nature Park in Eastern Styria.

    And these are your Park & Bike advantages:

    • free parking right next to the I-BIKE BOX
    • pick up and return of the bikes possible between 9 am and 7 pm
    • Renting possible for several days
    • different choice of e-bikes: size, model
    • bikes are tested and fully charged
    • numerous bike tours from the location


    And this is how it works:

    1. Open link "Rent online now" below
    2. Select period (up to 2 weeks rental possible, please note the pick-up and drop-off times)
    3. Select e-bike
    4. Open shopping cart
    5. Option 1: book complete bike protection
    6. Option 2: add helmet
    7. Enter customer data
    8. Payment options: Instant bank transfer/VISA/Mastercard
    9. Pick up your bike at the desired time and start cycling!

    Use the e-bike rental service also during your stay at Retter Bio-Natur-Resort and book it directly before arrival.

    Virtual and real bike race

    Hybrid cup Eastern Styria

    In cooperation with Ride4Hope, the adventure region Eastern Styria is holding a hybrid cup for cyclists. This is a bike race that takes place both virtually and in real life. The Hybridcup Eastern Styria is all about a good cause, because the profit from the entry fees will be donated to the Ö3 Christmas Miracle.

    Destination for the whole family

    Miesenbach trail country

    The trails are divided into stages that can also be combined. Instead of long, risky downhill runs, the country’s most family-friendly trail park features fun routes for beginners, experts, ladies, seniors, kids and of course all other valiant mountain bikers. Going uphill is easier with the Lift Shuttle.

    The bicycle specialist among our hosts

    Bed & bike

    Travelling with your own bicycle demands special accommodations. The Bed&Bike operations offer exactly that: A one-night stay when you are on a tour, a locked room to park the bicycles or to dry clothing, or the loan of tools are just some of the criteria met by these accommodations. They are certified by the ADFC (Allgemeiner Deutscher Fahrrad-Club).

    Looking for a guided bicycle tour?

    Cycling guides

    Bicycle tour guides with special training accompany you on a bike trip through Austria’s garden. You not only explore the landscape but also learn insider tips for the Eastern Styria. 

    Bike transport with the

    Sammeltaxi (SAM)

    Important to note:

    • only possible after advance booking (050 36 37 38 or online)
    • Two-wheeled, single-seater bicycles, pedelecs and e-bikes (length up to 2 metres up to a total weight of 40 kg excluding bike carrier and 50 kg including bike carrier) are accepted.
    • Special bicycle constructions (e.g. tandem, bicycles with trailers, etc.) are not transported.
    • Further information on liability and costs can be found on the SAM website.

    All about bicycles

    Anyone can cycle in the Eastern Styria. From mountain bikers to casual cyclists to e-bike riders, everyone finds a wealth of possibilities here in Austria’s garden. Certified Bed&Bike operations, bicycle service centres and guides for your individual tour ensure that your cycling holiday is perfect.

    Here are a few suggestions of the most popular cycle routes in and through Eastern Styria:

    Feistritztal cycling route

     

    A bicycle tour along former rail lines can be described as highly romantic and nostalgic. The route features dense, lush, green forests in the woodland home of Styria’s poet Peter Rosegger, passing through the untouched, impressive Feistritztalklamm ravine and the colourful Apfelland to the Steiermark volcanic and adventure region.

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    Weinland Steiermark cycling tour

     

    Experience the most magnificent sights of the eastern Steiermark along the four stages. Not only will you be enthralled by the cycling experience along this route – the variety of culinary delights offered by numerous producers and wine taverns along the Apple Road and Roman Wine Road as well as unique cultural treasures along the Castle Road are sure to wow you.

    Radfahren durch die Weingärten | © Oststeiermark Tourismus, Bernhard Bergmann
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    Der grosse jogl

     

    The 187-kilometre mountain bike trail “Der große Jogl” circles the Joglland – Waldheimat region along various roads, streets and trails. Many places like the Hochwechsel or Masenberg feature fantastic views, others like the Trail Land have special additional offers for cyclists.

    Radfahren in der Region Joglland-Waldheimat | © Klaus Ranger Fotografie
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    Eastern Styria garden tour 1

     

    Starting from Hartberg, the round trip of around 65 km passes through beautiful landscapes with numerous culinary establishments and shopping opportunities such as farm stores. The eight bicycle stations with seating and beds invite you to rest and relax. Truly an enjoyable tour through Austria’s garden!

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    weizer-almenland cycling tour

     

    The mountain bike route connects the district capital of Weiz with the floral village of St. Kathrein am Offenegg. Several versions for you to try are offered here!

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