Vulture Wall Trail

First, follow the right bank of the Feistrit as far as the inn "Der neue Waldhof". Now it really starts, because the trail climbs sharply from here.Until we reach the highest point of the Geierwand, the path leads us exclusively through a beautiful mixed forest. Once we reach the highest point, we are rewarded with a breathtaking view of Lake Stubenberg and the surrounding area. After a short rest, which we have earned, we continue. The descent initially runs along the edge of the forest and then continues on meadows, past farmsteads and through a short stretch of forest to the Heinrichhöhe/ Kranzl viewpoint.From here you have a unique view of Herberstein Castle (a bird's eye view).

After this fantastic impression of this imposing building, we continue to the "Holy Grave". On this beautiful place there are three chapels.

Here a quiet, beautiful place is revealed to you, which invites you to linger.

From here, the path continues downhill through a beech forest, with beech trees whose circumference can only amaze us. Stations of the Cross accompany us on this descent,After leaving the forest, we pass the Rosalia Chapel on the outskirts of St. Johann bei Herberstein and then walk a short distance to the parish church of St. Johann bei Herberstein. In order not to go back the same way, after leaving the village of St.Johann bei Herberstein, you can continue on the bike path R8 in the direction of the Herberstein Zoo to Lake Stubenberg and return to the starting point.

• Important telephone numbers:

  Euronotruf: 112

• Emergency call

• mountain rescue: 140 (if possible please give GPS data)

• Rescue: 144

• Fire department: 122

• Police 133

• Here you will find the rules of conduct for "Safe handling of grazing livestock" and "Safety on the mountain".

• A few tips for correct and fair behavior in the forest: (Source: www.bundesforste.at )

  Hikers should avoid visits to the forest about 1.5 hours before sunrise and after sunset, as wild animals are particularly active during this time.Plastic bottles, handkerchiefs, cigarette butts & Co have no place in the forest! Please make sure that you do not leave any trash in the forest.Camping and making fire - is strictly forbidden in the forest!Basically, each person is allowed to collect 2 kg of mushrooms and berries per day in the forest for personal use. It is only forbidden if the forest owner expressly prohibits it.

• Backpack with water bottle/thermos flask and provisions
• Mountain / hiking boots
• Appropriate clothing - preferably several layers - "onion principle" on cool days: long hiking pants, do not forget gloves: Headgear, sunglassesrain protection, seat pad
• Hiking sticks
• cell phone
• First aid kit
• Route description, detailed plan of the hike/hiking map/GPS device
• Before the start of the hike, check the possibilities for refreshments, including opening times, or pack the appropriate food and drink

To also enjoy the culinary delicacies, plan enough time.

For local transportation we recommend the SAM-Sammeltaxi Oststeiermark.

Eastern Styria Tourist BoardOffice ApfelLand-Stubenbergsee8223 Stubenberg at the lake 5

Tel. :+43 3176 8882

www.apfelland.info

www.oststeiermark.com

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Eastern Styria Tourist OfficeOffice ApfelLand-Stubenbergsee8223 Stubenberg at the lake 5

Tel. :+43 3176 8882

www.apfelland.info

www.oststeiermark.com