Alte Gasnerstrasse hiking trail, Birkfeld
Characteristics
SkillThe tour in numbers
Level of difficulty
easy
Route
6,3 km
Time
2:20 h
Uphill
200 hm
Downhill
200 hm
Highest point
741 m
From the Esser Kreuz in Birkfeld to the Baumgartmühle inn
Stroller-friendly hiking trail that is also accessible in winter.
Best season
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More information
- We start our hike at the Esserkreuz on the outskirts of Birkfeld in the direction of Piregg
- There is a parking area at the Esserkreuz cross
- We follow the gently sloping gravel road past farms through forests to the inn Baumgartmühle
- After a refreshment we hike back the same way
European emergency call: 112
Emergency call mountain rescue: 140 (if possible please provide GPS data)
Rescue: 144
Fire brigade: 122
Police: 133
Emergency call mountain rescue: 140 (if possible please provide GPS data)
Rescue: 144
Fire brigade: 122
Police: 133
A few tips on correct and fair behaviour 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 etc. have no place in the forest! Please make sure that you do not leave any rubbish in the forest.
Camping and lighting fires are strictly forbidden in the forest!
In principle, every person is allowed to pick 2 kg of mushrooms and berries per day for personal use. It is only prohibited if the forest owner expressly forbids it.
- Small backpack with water bottle (+ provisions)
- Sturdy shoes
- Appropriate clothing - if possible several layers - "onion principle".
- Rain and sun protectionWalking sticks as required
- Mobile phone
- Small first aid kit
- Route description
- Before starting the hike, check the possibilities for refreshments, including opening times, or pack appropriate food and drink.
From the Esser cross you have a wonderful view over Birkfeld.
Timetables and travel information can be found at Österreichische Bundesbahnen (ÖBB) or at Verkehrsauskunft Verbundlinie.
For local transportation we recommend the SAM-Sammeltaxi Oststeiermark.
For local transportation we recommend the SAM-Sammeltaxi Oststeiermark.
You can find information about the region, places to stop and stay overnight, excursion destinations, etc. here:
Eastern Styria Tourism Association
Joglland-Waldheimat office
8255 St. Jakob im Walde
Tel.: 03336/20255
www.joglland.at
www.oststeiermark.com
Current weather
Mobility Eastern Styria with shared taxi SAM Find out about maps, hiking brochures and other tour tips at the tourist office. You can also order information material on our website from the comfort of your own home.
Eastern Styria Tourism Association
Joglland-Waldheimat office
8255 St. Jakob im Walde
Tel.: 03336/20255
www.joglland.at
www.oststeiermark.com
Current weather
Mobility Eastern Styria with shared taxi SAM Find out about maps, hiking brochures and other tour tips at the tourist office. You can also order information material on our website from the comfort of your own home.