Across the Wechselland, Friedberg

Name: Across the Wechselland, Friedberg
Brand: Steiermark
Rating: 5 (3 reviews)

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A cycle tour through the picturesque Wechselland region, which captivates with its idyllic resting places, breathtaking viewpoints and cozy refreshment stops.

The cycle tour starts in the historic town center of Friedberg and leads up to the adventure mountain. There you will find a lookout tower and a themed playground called "Burg Friedberg". From here, the route continues to the idyllic Hilmtor rest area and then downhill to the Hohenau chapel with its stunning views. During the ride, you have the opportunity to take a break at Flourl's Schenke, a charming tavern in the style of a wine tavern with a wonderful panoramic view. The route then leads via the cultural town of Dechantskirchen and Stögersbach back to Friedberg, passing the only Thonet Museum in Austria. The route continues along the Pinggau bathing lake, through the communities of Schäffern and Tauchen am Wechsel, in the direction of Pinggau. On the way, you pass the Maria Hasel pilgrimage church before finally returning to Friedberg.

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Skill

Fitness

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The tour in numbers

medium

Level of difficulty

46,0 km

Route

4:05 h

Time

1012 hm

Uphill

1027 hm

Downhill

987 m

Highest point

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Directions - By car

via the Südautobahn (A2) to the Pinggau exit
at the traffic circle take the 3rd exit
along the B54 in the direction of Graz/Hartberg
along the Steinamangerer Straße
turn left onto Hauptplatz Pinggau
follow Grazer Straße until main square Friedberg

The tour is not signposted throughout. Route guidance with app recommended.

There are numerous tips on our tour that we can recommend:

Take a short break at the Hilmtor with its inviting schnapps bar!
Explore the historic adventure mountain and visit the Hohenau chapel with its stunning views.
Try the delicious pizzas at Pizzeria Gruber and enjoy the cozy atmosphere of Flourl's Schenke with its breathtaking panoramic views!
Or treat yourself to a sweet treat at Cafe Florentino, known for its lovingly decorated ice cream and warm service.
After a strenuous bike tour, you can round off the day at the Pinggau bathing lake or the Friedberg famliy outdoor pool!

For schedules and travel information, contact:

Verbundline Styria: busbahnbim.at

Train: www.oebb.at

For local transportation we recommend SAM-Shared cab Eastern Styria

Please note that the main square is a short-term parking zone. Please use the parking spaces in Anton-Bauer-Gasse or Kirchenplatz.

Information about the region, places to stop for refreshments and overnight stays, excursion destinations, etc., you can find out:

Eastern Styria Tourist Board

Office herbal region Wechselland

Main square 20, 8240 Friedberg

T: +43 3339/25110-19

wechselland@oststeiermark.com

www.oststeiermark.com