Enjoying Time in the Vineyard | ©  Oststeiermark Tourismus | VLMMEDIA Enjoying Time in the Vineyard | ©  Oststeiermark Tourismus | VLMMEDIA

    Hiking in the Eastern Styria

    Hiking the alpine pastures and meadows of the Eastern Styria is good for the body and soul, but an unhurried city stroll also has its appeal. No matter where you go in the region, every hike is pure enjoyment. The cabins, inns and wine taverns invite you to stop and refresh yourself along the hiking trail.

    Cuisine at the Roseggerhaus on the Pretul | ©  Oststeiermark Tourismus |  Bernhard Bergmann
    Cuisine at the Roseggerhaus on the Pretul | ©  Oststeiermark Tourismus |  Bernhard Bergmann

    Huts and places to stop for refreshments

    But what would a hike be without a stop for refreshments? In Eastern Styria, hiking is a real treat – not only because of the fantastic views, but also thanks to the culinary highlights along the way. Whether it's a hearty snack at an alpine hut or fine regional delicacies in a tavern: a good culinary finish is simply precious and is simply part of the experience here in Eastern Styria.

    To the huts and snack bars

    Hiking in Eastern Styria

    Being out and about in the alpine pastures and meadows of Eastern Styria is a treat for body and soul, but a leisurely stroll through town also has its charms. No matter where you are in the region, enjoyment is omnipresent on every hike. The huts, inns, and wine taverns along the hiking trails invite you to take a refreshing break. 

    Elmleiten New Year's Eve hike in Eastern Styria

    our Alpin pastures & peaks

    Hiking brochure 1

    Tour suggestions from the Almenland & Weiz Nature Park region

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    Elmleiten New Year's Eve hike in Eastern Styria

    our peaks & forests

    Hiking brochure 2 

    Tour suggestions from the Joglland-Waldheimat & Wechselland herb region

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    Enjoying the sun in winter on the Teichalm

    our forests & hills

    Hiking brochure 3

    Tour suggestions from the Apfelland-Stubenbergsee, Gleisdorf, Hartbergerland, Pöllauer Tal Nature Park, St. Ruprecht an der Raab and Weiz regions

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    Enjoying the sun in winter on the Teichalm
    Hiking on the Siebenkögel circular trail in Eastern Styria | © TV Oststeiermark | WEGES OG | © WEGES
    Hiking on the Siebenkögel circular trail in Eastern Styria | © TV Oststeiermark | WEGES OG | © WEGES

    Tours and trails

    The Eastern Styria is truly a hiking paradise for young and old. While skilled hikers climb the Eastern Styria’s peaks, families and casual hikers may explore the region at a slower pace – but the Eastern Styria invites exactly that: Conscious exploration, active experience and sensual enjoyment! Idyllic themed hiking trails and interesting nature trails are ideal for getting to know the region. For families in particular, they need to be part of a holiday in the Eastern Styria.

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    Top 15 hiking trails

    Here you will find our most beautiful and best-known hiking tours in Eastern Styria.

    Plankogel summit cross

    Siebenkögel circular route

    Sommeralm, Almenland Nature Park
    An alpine hike for the whole family in the Almenland Nature Park with leisurely ascents and descents and the panoramic Plankogel.

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    Plankogel summit cross
    Summit cross on Hochlantsch

    Hochlantsch tour

    Teichalm, Almenland Nature Park
    An impressive hike up the 1,720 m high Hochlantsch in the Almenland Nature Park - a mountain with many faces and views.Hochlantsch circuit

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    Summit cross on Hochlantsch

    High Zetz round

    Anger, ApfelLand-Stubenbergsee
    The Hohe Zetz is the local mountain of Anger and Weiz, with a large summit cross and far-reaching views as far as the Hungarian lowlands.

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    © Oststeiermark | WEGES OG
    Raabklamm in Eastern Styria

    Great Raabklamm circular route

    Arzberg, Naturpark Almenland
    A hike in Austria's longest gorge is a true nature experience - hiking trails close to the river, rugged rock faces and relaxing rest areas.

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    Raabklamm in Eastern Styria
    Teufelstein in Fischbach in Eastern Styria

    Devil's Stone tour

    TeufelsteinrundeFischbach, Joglland-Waldheimat
    A hike through forests to a striking place of power, the Teufelstein. There are many legends and stories surrounding this bizarre weathered rock.

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    Teufelstein in Fischbach in Eastern Styria

    Wild meadow path

    Strallegg, Joglland-Waldheimat
    A summit area with several experiences: the lookout point, the Wildwiesenhütte with Styrian home cooking and the Waldhauser chapel.

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    © Oststeiermark | Sarah Schweiger

    Stuhleck- round

    Rettenegg, Joglland-Waldheimat
    Hike along the “Heaven on Earth” theme trail to the highest point in Eastern Styria - from the valley to the ridges of the Fischbbach Alps

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    © Oststeiermark | Wiener Alpen, Martin Fülöp
    Summit cross on the Hochwechsel

    Hochwechsel round

    Waldbach-Mönichwald, Joglland-Weilheimat
    From hut to hut and from summit to summit - a high-altitude hike at 1,700 meters above sea level. On the Wechsel, views of the landscape and insights into the history of the Hochwechsel

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    Summit cross on the Hochwechsel

    Hilmtor-Round

    Friedberg, Wechselland herb region
    The beauty lies in the details - from the historic town of Friedberg to the Hilmtor, the former gathering place for grazing animals.Hilmtor-Runde

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    © Oststeiermark Tourismus | Markus Lang-Bichl
    Hiker with dog in Gera Park

    G.E.R.A. Park circular route

    Eichberg, Hartbergerland
    A circular trail for young and old. Anyone looking for the perfect combination of exercise and adventure will find it on the G.E.R.A. Park theme trail.G.E.R.A. Park circular trail

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    Hiker with dog in Gera Park
    Brühlbach in Hartberg in Eastern Styria

    Ring attendant round

    Hartberg, Hartbergerland
    From the center of the historic town of Hartberg to an observation tower that offers a wonderful view of the East Styrian hills.

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    Brühlbach in Hartberg in Eastern Styria

    Hirschbirn path

    Pöllau, Pöllau Valley Nature Park
    Hiking where the deer pear grows - hiking and culinary enjoyment can be wonderfully combined in the Pöllau Valley Nature Park.Hirschbirn Trail

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    ©  Oststeiermark Tourismus | Helmut Schweighhofer
    Herberstein Garden Palace from above in Eastern Styria

    Vulture wall circuit

    Stubenberg, ApfelLand-Stubenbergsee
    An attractive hike in ApfelLand leads from Stubenbergsee through mixed forests to impressive places - including a view of Herberstein Castle.

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    Herberstein Garden Palace from above in Eastern Styria

    “Hiking with a view” circular route

    City center, Solar City Gleisdorf
    The name “Hiking with a view” hides a varied tour on the outskirts of Gleisdorf to two viewpoints.

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    © Oststeiermark | Christine Pollhammer
    Wandern in der Oststeiermark | © WEGES

    7 places 7 treasures circular route

    7 places 7 treasures circular trailOrtszentrum, St. Ruprecht an der Raab
    The hike in the “flatlands of Eastern Styria” leads through a varied landscape to 7 places that are characterized by wooden works of art.

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    Wandern in der Oststeiermark | © WEGES
    Summit cross on Hochlantsch | © TV Oststeiermark | Chiara Raith
    Summit cross on Hochlantsch | © TV Oststeiermark | Chiara Raith

    Get your Eastern Styria hiking pin

    With its alpine pastures, mountains and hills, the adventure region of Eastern Styria is a hiker's paradise! But to capture these unforgettable moments, you don't always need a camera. 

    Use the SummitLynx app and benefit from all its advantages:

    • Collect "pins" as badges for your explored peaks and tours.
    • Use it as a digital summit and tour book to record your hiking impressions.
    • No matter where in the world you hike, SummitLynx is your faithful companion.
    • Even when you're offline, all your entries are securely stored and synced when you're back online.

    Don't miss the opportunity to explore the adventure region of Eastern Styria in all its glory and record your adventures with SummitLynx.

    In the cold season: The Eastern Styria Winter Needle

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    Hiking on the water

    Hiking along bubbling brooks and rippling rivers is especially appealing since you have a constant, cooling companion along the road. Quickly getting your feet wet or having a long drink of spring water – our water hiking trails are great for families, especially in midsummer.

     

     

    Family and themed trails

    Hiking and getting to know the country with its people, flora and fauna is truly enriching. The appeal of themed trails lies in the playful, entertaining acquisition of knowledge – an experience that’s not only good for children!

    Accessible trails

    These trails are great for families with prams or buggies and guests with limited mobility to enjoy the hiking experience. These trails follow roadways or board walks.

    Meditative trails

    Our meditative trails are perfect for anyone who wants to get a little more out of hiking. Rather than scaling the peaks, the focus here is on a serene, contemplative hike with stations featuring texts that provide food for thought.

     

     

    Hiking with dogs

    Dogs on a leash are very welcome in Austria’s garden. Hiking trails where dogs will not encounter grazing animals are also provided over the farmed alpine pastures. 

     

     

     

    Long- distance hikes & stage trails

    Spending several days on foot and getting to know the region in this way is becoming increasingly popular, regardless of whether you are traveling on different stages across Eastern Styria or whether you are making the journey to the neighboring country.

    With the Alpannonia long-distance hiking trail, a hiking trail certified with the Austrian Hiking Seal of Quality also starts in the region.