Maria Fieberbründl-Pöllau-Birkfeld-Sommeralm-Teichalm-Mixnitz

Characteristics

Skill

Fitness

The tour in numbers

Level of difficulty medium

Route 74,0 km

Time 23:00 h

Uphill 2500 hm

Downhill 2500 hm

Highest point 1501 m

Maria Fieberbründl - Pöllau - Birkfeld - Sommeralm- Teichalm - Mixnitz

Discover breathtaking viewpoints, unique natural sites, cultural attractions, and other highlights along the way.

Maria Fieberbründl Pilgrimage Church
Schönauklamm Gorge
Markt Pöllau, including Pöllau Castle and the parish church
Gschaider Linde
Markt Birkfeld
Felber Chocolate Factory
Brandlucken
Sommeralm
Teichalm
Rote Wand
Mixnitz Nature Worlds

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More information

You can get there and back using public transportation. For more information, see the BusBahnBim route planner.

The hike leads past the Maria Fieberbründl pilgrimage church through the Pöllauer Tal Nature Park to the historic market town of Pöllau with its impressive “Styrian St. Peter’s Basilica.” The trail continues via Birkfeld into the Almenland Nature Park, the largest contiguous low-altitude alpine pasture area in Europe. At the scenic Sommeralm and Teichalm, magnificent panoramic views unfold before the route leads over the striking Rote Wand into the rugged rocky landscape surrounding Mixnitz.

Well-broken-in hiking boots
Backpack (20–35 liters) with rain cover
Layered clothing
Rain jacket / weather protection
Plenty of fluids (1.5–2 liters or more)
Snacks (nuts, energy bars)
GPS and/or cell phone (charged)
Paper map
First-aid kit (including blister bandages)
Sun protection (cap, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
Headlamp or flashlight

Plan your stages in advance and book your accommodations well in advance so you can enjoy your hike in a relaxed and stress-free manner.
Stay on marked trails. If you can no longer find any markings, turn back and reorient yourself using the last marked point.
The forest belongs to someone, too! Respect barriers and follow instructions.
Adjust your pace. Walking too fast leads to premature exhaustion.
Please let other nature enthusiasts pass safely.
Please avoid the forest at dusk.
Please close gates and barriers behind you.
Please walk dogs only on the trails and keep them on a leash (except in dangerous situations).
Please do not make noise.
Please do not pick plants.
Please do not feed the animals.
Please take your trash with you.