Cycle tour via Schönegg and Pöllauberg, Pöllau

Characteristics

Skill

Fitness

The tour in numbers

Level of difficulty medium

Route 25,6 km

Time 2:00 h

Uphill 500 hm

Downhill 500 hm

Highest point 761 m

Explore the Pöllauer Tal Nature Park on a good old-fashioned bike or on a modern e-bike...either way, it's worth it!

Starting from the market town of Pöllau, this circular tour takes us via the district of Schönegg to the Pöllauberg (flower and garden village of Pöllauberg, place of pilgrimage) and then back to Pöllau.

There are numerous catering establishments as well as cultural highlights along the route.

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More information

Pöllau, main square
Pöllau, Castle Park

Pöllau, P&R at the Pöllau bypass

Starting from Pöllau Castle via the main square along the R57 to Schönaudorf, this circular tour takes us in the direction of Hartberg. Shortly after the Bohmann Inn, we leave the R57 and ride along municipal roads to the Pöllauberg. From there we descend back down the valley past the RETTER Hotel and the Kerschhofer Inn back to Pöllau.

Important telephone numbers:

European emergency call: 112Emergency call mountain rescue: 140 (if possible, pleaseprovide GPS data)Rescue: 144Fire department: 122Police: 133

Fair play rules for cyclists

Plan your tour carefully!
Check your bike before you set off!
Always ride with the right protective equipment!
Always ride with a helmet!
Don't forget all your equipment (repair kit, first aid kit, etc.)!
Only ride on marked paths!
Observe the road traffic regulations!
Observe driving bans and keep to opening times!
Control your speed!
Leave no tracks!
Respect other nature users!
Show consideration for animals (only ride in daylight & close pasture fences)!
Avoid noise and garbage!
Use the cycle paths at your own risk!
Beware of working machines, wood or potholes on the road, grazing livestock and vehicle traffic (forest roads are working areas and workplaces)!

A few tips on correct and fair behavior:

Cycling and mountain biking in the forest (oesterreich.gv.at)

Helmet
Sunglasses
Water bottle
Provisions for the road
Sports clothing
Rain jacket/windbreaker
Sturdy shoes
Repair kit (air pump, repair kit, spare tube, multitool, etc.)
Light
First aid kit
Maps

Important information about "cycling": Pöllauer Tal Nature Park

Timetables and travel information can be found at Österreichische Bundesbahnen (ÖBB) or at Verkehrsauskunft Verbundlinie.For local transport we recommend the SAM-Sammeltaxi Oststeiermark.

Information about the region, places to stop for refreshments and overnight accommodation, excursion destinations etc. can be found here:

Tourism region Eastern StyriaNature Park Pöllauer Valley officeSchloss 1, 8225 Pöllau, AustriaPhone: +43 3335 4210 www.naturpark-poellauertal.at www.oststeiermark.com

Current weather Mobility Eastern Styria with shared taxi SAM

Find out about cycle maps and other tour tips at the touristoffice, or order information material from the comfort of yourown home on our website.

Tourism region Eastern StyriaNature Park Pöllauer Valley officeSchloss 1, 8225 PöllauTel: +43 3335 4210 www.naturpark-poellauertal.atwww.oststeiermark.com