Lowland Round I 809

Characteristics

Skill

Fitness

The tour in numbers

Level of difficulty medium

Route 16,4 km

Time 1:35 h

Uphill 435 hm

Downhill 435 hm

Highest point 920 m

A varied MTB route for active families, featuring a long, gradual climb to the Niederung and lovely views of the Trofaiach Basin, the Liesing Valley and Leoben.

The Niederung Loop 809 is a varied mountain bike route for active families and experienced cyclists. Over a distance of around 16.4 kilometres, the route climbs approximately 435 metres in altitude.

From St. Peter-Freienstein, the route leads over the Traidersberg in a long, gradual climb up to the Niederung. The route alternates between open countryside, wooded sections and rural areas. Along the way, views open up over the Reiting massif, the Trofaiach basin, the Liesing Valley and towards Leoben.

After reaching the highest point of the circuit, the route descends towards Donawitz. The contrast between the tranquil landscape of the Niederung and the impressive industrial facilities of the steelworks defines the character of this tour. The route then returns to St. Peter-Freienstein via Neuwerk and the Schörglhof estate.

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More information

From the south – Graz:
Take the A9 Pyhrn Motorway towards Linz as far as the St. Michael junction. Continue towards Leoben and take the B115 to St. Peter-Freienstein.

From the north – Liezen:
Take the A9 Pyhrn Motorway towards Graz as far as the Traboch exit. Continue on the B115 towards Trofaiach and on to St. Peter-Freienstein.

From the east – Vienna/Bruck an der Mur:
Take the S6 Semmering Expressway to Leoben. Then take the B115 towards Trofaiach to St. Peter-Freienstein.

From the west – Judenburg/Murtal:
Take the S36 Murtal Expressway towards St. Michael. Continue towards Leoben and then take the B115 to St. Peter-Freienstein.
Detail about parking can be found here.

The starting point is the St. Peter-Freienstein parish office.

From here, the route passes Friedhofen Castle and then turns left, heading up the Traidersberg. This marks the start of the longer main ascent of the circuit. Initially, the route runs through open countryside with views of the Reiting massif and the Trofaiach basin.

Later, the path continues uphill through the forest towards Niederung. The final metres of ascent to the highest point take you past several farms.

After that, the longer descent towards Donawitz begins. Once in the valley, the route leads past the industrial sites via Neuwerk and the Schörglhof estate back to St. Peter-Freienstein and the starting point.

A basic set of tools and accessories should be carried on every mountain bike ride. We recommend a spare inner tube and/or repair kit, a spanner, a pump, brake and gear cables, and a screwdriver. A cycling helmet and clothing suitable for the weather are also part of the basic kit.

When riding downhill, adjust your speed to suit the trail conditions and visibility. Particular care is required when crossing roads and in built-up areas.

Emergency services: 144.

When making an emergency call, provide as precise details as possible based on the six W questions:
What has happened?
How many people are injured?
Where did the accident happen? If possible, provide GPS coordinates.
Who is reporting the accident? Provide a callback number.
When did the accident happen?
What are the weather conditions at the scene of the accident?

Stopover Tip:

Gasthof Freiensteinerhof

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Tourismusverband Erzberg-Leoben

Homanngasse 12
8700 Leoben
+43 3842 48148
office@erzberg-leoben.at
www.erzberg-leoben.at

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