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Bike & Hike Eschach – Duisitzkarsee

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Level of difficulty medium

Route 48,2 km

Time 6:45 h

Uphill 1220 hm

Downhill 1220 hm

Highest point 1664 m

Scenic Bike & Hike tour to Duisitzkarsee. The ascent follows the signposted Rohrmoos Loop to the Eschach parking area, which is the ideal starting point for a hike to one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in the region.

From Schladming, the tour follows the Rohrmoos Loop 303 through varied landscapes on forest and asphalt roads towards Eschachalm. Along the way, you are accompanied by streams and beautiful views. At the Eschach parking area, the bike is parked. From here, the hike to Duisitzkarsee begins. Alternatively, the Eschachalm loop or the circular hike Neualm – Duisitzkarsee are also possible options.

After the hike, you can either return via the same route or continue the loop back to Schladming.

Bike total: 03:30 h, 43 km, 775 m elevation gain
Hike total: 02:15 h, 6.8 km, 456 m elevation gain

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From Salzburg:

Follow the A10 to Altenmarkt. There join the B320 and continue in the direction of Liezen. At the Schladming exit, turn right at the Jet petrol station and follow Coburgstraße to the Planai car park on the left.

From Graz:
Follow the A9 to Liezen. There join the B320 and continue in the direction of Schladming. At the Schladming exit, turn left at the Jet petrol station and follow Coburgstraße to the Planai car park on the left.

There is plenty of parking available at the Planet Planai car park.

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The tour starts at the Planet Planai valley station in Schladming. From there, follow the signs of the Rohrmoos Loop 303 and ride via Rohrmoos on forest and asphalt roads towards Obertal / Eschachalm. The route climbs steadily through varied landscapes up to the Eschach parking area, where the bike is parked.

From here, you have several hiking options:

Eschachalm loop: the shortest option at the end of the Obertal valley with about 30 minutes walking time
Hike to the natural gem Duisitzkarsee: about 2 to 2.5 hours walking time from Eschachalm
Circular hike Neualm – Duisitzkarsee: about 4 to 4.5 hours walking time

After the hike, return either along the same route or continue following the Rohrmoos Loop back to Schladming.

Stay Safe on Your Bike & Hike
Weather conditions in the mountains can change quickly. Thunderstorms, wind, fog and sudden temperature drops are serious hazards. Plan your tour realistically and don’t overestimate your abilities.

In case of thunderstorms: Avoid summits, ridgelines and isolated trees.

Emergency numbers:
140 – Mountain Rescue
112 – European emergency number

Recommended equipment:
Helmet, suitable bike and hiking clothing, sturdy shoes, sufficient water.
Always lock your bike.

There are E-bike charging stations along the route (see map/elevation profile) – bring your charger.

For via ferrata routes: Via ferrata set, helmet, appropriate footwear.

Hiking: Three great options – Duisitzkarsee, Obertal alpine loop or the circular hike Neualm – Duisitzkarsee
Refreshments: Places to stop at Eschachalm and along the hiking routes
Option: If you still have energy, you can continue along the Rohrmoos Loop
Return: Alternatively, ride back via the Talbach Gorge to Schladming

Take the train from Radstadt or St. Michael to Schladming. From there 3 min by bike to the starting point.

Or directly to the "Planet Planai" stop, where there are rental options on site.

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