Couple snowshoeing in the Joglland-Waldheimat in eastern Styria | ©  Oststeiermark Tourismus | Klaus Ranger Couple snowshoeing in the Joglland-Waldheimat in eastern Styria | ©  Oststeiermark Tourismus | Klaus Ranger

Snowshoeing and winter hiking in Eastern Styria

Explore the snow covered winter landscape

The Eastern Styria has appropriate activities for all guests, also off the slopes. Take a snowshoe hike to the summit under the full moon or relax as you stroll through the unique winter landscape, enjoying the fresh air.

Eastern Styria also has a lot to offer walkers and hikers in winter. Winter hiking is the most leisurely way to enjoy an intense experience of nature on well-groomed trails without having to be a top athlete. The Almenland Nature Park and Joglland-Waldheimat at higher altitudes invite you to enjoy special snow experiences. Snow-covered forests, powder snow, and a fantastic panorama make snowshoeing and winter hiking here unforgettable.

Logo of the Oststeiermark Winter Needle | © Oststeiermark Tourismus | Chiara Raith
Logo of the Oststeiermark Winter Needle | © Oststeiermark Tourismus | Chiara Raith

The Eastern Styria winter needle

Eastern Styria impresses with its small but beautiful ski resorts with affordable skiing, easily accessible pistes, short and stress-free approaches. There is also plenty to experience and relax away from the slopes. Excellent cross-country ski trails, winter and snowshoe hikes, toboggan runs, winter wellness and much more await you.

There is a small gift for those who achieve the Winter Needle, which can be collected from the Almenland Nature Park or Joglland-Waldheimat offices.

Let's go

Now things are crunching in Eastern Styria

Roam the sweeping region, draw the cold, clear winter air deep into your lungs and let your surroundings free you. There are many possibilities from challenging ski tours to comfortable winter hikes and everything in between.

Winter hiking

Clear winter air, snow as far as the eye can see and magical views of valleys and alpine pastures. Winter hiking in the Eastern Styria lets you experience the magic of winter without special equipment. The sun, low in the sky, peeks through the branches, creating a perfect postcard moment. Far removed from the large ski resorts and bustling slopes, the landscape is still and untouched, cold – yet it warms the heart.

Snowshoeing

The snow crunches softly underfoot as the crystal-clear air fills your lungs. Snowshoeing becomes a journey of discovery through untouched terrain. How it works: The snowshoes buckle on over your winter boots, allowing you to walk through the Eastern Styria’s winter wonderland.

Rent and go

Experience the snow covered landscape of the Eastern Styria adventure region on foot.
Sporting goods stores offer the appropriate equipment. They feature a large selection of winter sports equipment for your snow excursion.

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