Forest Romantic Circular Trail, Anger near Weiz

Characteristics

Skill

Fitness

The tour in numbers

Level of difficulty easy

Route 4,7 km

Time 1:45 h

Uphill 169 hm

Downhill 179 hm

Highest point 635 m

The Waldromantik circular trail leads you into the "fairytale forest" and on to the Brand district, from where you have a wonderful view of the vacation resort of Anger.

As the name suggests, this circular trail leads us mostly on forest and meadow paths through the gently undulating landscape of ApfelLand.

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ApfelLand is located in the heart of Eastern Styria, approx. 60 km north-east of Graz and approx. 140 km south of ViennaBy car: Coming from Vienna: Via the Südautobahn (A2) to the Hartberg exit - via the main road (B54) towards Graz - 2 km after Kaindorf towards Graz, turn off towards ApfelLand-Stubenbergsee- Stubenbergsee- Floing- AngerComing from Salzburg/Germany: highway via Salzburg - Pyhrnautobahn (A9) to Graz - continue on the Südautobahn in the direction of Vienna (A2) to the Gleisdorf West exit - main road (B54) to Kaibing - ApfelLand-Stubenbergsee- Stubenbergsee- Floing- Anger

To Google Maps for the calculation of the journey.

Anger, bus station (free of charge)

We start the circular hike at the Anger swimming pool, the central starting point for the hike in Anger. After the swimming pool, cross the railroad line and walk slightly uphill for approx. 100m. Then keep right, after a few meters you will pass the Dr. Otto Grössing memorial plaque before turning left and reaching the "Bachviertel". Here you will find a special weather station - now you are entering the "fairytale forest". Follow the "Waldromantikweg" markings until you reach the district of Brand, where you have reached the highest point of the hike and can enjoy a wonderful view of the vacation resort of Anger. You then return to the starting point via romantic forest paths.

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 wildlife is 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.

Small rucksack with water bottle (+ provisions)

Sturdy shoes

Appropriate clothing - preferably several layers - "onion principle"

Rain and sun protection

Hiking poles as required

Cell phone

Small first aid kit

Route description

Before starting the hike, check where you can stop for refreshments, including opening times, or pack suitable food and drink.

We recommend:

On hot days, a refreshing dip in the Anger outdoor pool is just the thing after the hikeAt an altitude of approx. 600 meters you have a wonderful view of the Martgemeinde Anger

You can find schedules and travel information from the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) or at the Verbundlinie transit information service.

Information about the region, places to stop and stay, excursion destinations, etc:

Eastern Styria Tourist Board

ApfelLand-Stubenbergsee office

8223 Stubenberg am See 5

tel:+4331768882

www.apfelland.info

www.oststeiermark.com

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Find out about hiking maps, cycling maps, excursion destination maps 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 Tourist Office

Office ApfelLand-Stubenbergsee

8223 Stubenberg am See 5

Tel. :+43 3176 8882

www.apfelland.info

www.oststeiermark.com