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Buchkogel round

Accessible by public transport
  • Train (within 15 minutes walking distance from starting point)

Characteristics

Skill
Fitness

The tour in numbers

Level of difficulty medium
Route 10,1 km
Time 3:30 h
Uphill 270 hm
Downhill 270 hm
Highest point 548 m
The hike from Lebring to Buchkogel in Wildon is a wonderful experience.
The hike starts at the railway station in Lebring. First, walk along the road and follow the signs. Through the forest, you will reach the Buchkogel, where you should definitely take a moment to enjoy the magnificent view. Recharge your batteries and relax before heading back to the starting point. The Buchkogel and its immediate surroundings are of great archaeological and geological interest.

Best season

More information

Coming from Graz via the A9, take the Lebring exit and follow the L630 to Lebring.
Park for free and without time limits at the station in Lebring.

Diese Wanderung führt Sie zum Gipfel des Buchkogels der auf 907 m liegt.

Von hier aus haben wir einen atemberaubenden Ausblick in das Tal.

Small rucksack with water bottle, light hiking boots, Nordic walking poles, sunscreen, umbrella, mobile phone, detailed map/hiking map of the hike.

Please take into account your personal fitness level, the weather forecast and the current opening hours of refreshment stops. No liability can be accepted for the accuracy of the information provided.

At the Labbuggers pumpkin seed oil press, you can follow and accompany the pumpkin's journey to the finished oil – well worth a visit!

Many starting points for our hikes in southern Styria can also be reached by public transport.

For a relaxed and sustainable journey, we recommend travelling by bus and train wherever possible.

Depending on the region, additional local transport options are available.

This allows you to start your tour stress-free while also contributing to climate and nature conservation.

All information on public transport, local mobility services and timetables can be found at: www.suedsteiermark.com/arrival


The nearest railway station is in Lebring.

Information offices:

Leibnitz Tourist Office, Tel.: +43 (5) 7730 410, 8430 Leibnitz

South Styria Tourist Association, Tel.:  +43 (5) 7730, 8530 Deutschlandsberg, Hauptplatz 40
www.suedsteiermark.com

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Gallery

Hiking at Zirbitzkogel

What the weather will be like Lebring-Sankt Margarethen (290m)

Today, 23.10.2026

The day starts sunny, but will be partly cloudy in the afternoon.
Morning
very sunny
2°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 0%
sr.Windstärke 0 km/h
Noon
sunny
12°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 0%
sr.Windstärke 10 km/h
Night
sunny
8°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 0%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h

Tomorrow, 24.10.2026

Heavy rain in the morning, drying up in the afternoon.
Morning
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6°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 90%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h
Noon
foggy
10°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 70%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h
Night
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6°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 30%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h

Forecast

25.10.2026
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1°C 12°C
26.10.2026
very sunny
3°C 15°C
27.10.2026
cloudy
3°C 15°C
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