Walk to the Kalvarienberg in Neuberg an der Mürz within the Mürzer Oberland Nature Park.

From the Stiftshof, right at the entrance to the monastery, pass the Greißlerei (local shop) and continue to Gasthof Holzer. Shortly after, turn right onto a steep, narrow asphalt road, which is followed uphill (signpost for Kalvarienberg). Continue along this small road until its end (where the asphalt ends).

Now, instead of continuing straight, turn left (wooden stairs) and follow a short forest path, eventually crossing some easy rocks (with a railing) to reach the highest point, marked by a distinctive cross with a golden depiction of Jesus.

Descend the same way, and at the intersection with the asphalt road, turn left along the unpaved promenade. Walk briefly until you reach the turnoff (with a bench) for the Schenkfeldpromenade.

Now, turn right downhill towards the monastery and return to the starting point.

This trail is easily walkable.

General information: Most hiking and mountain tours in the Mürzer Oberland Nature Park are in alpine terrain. For longer hiking and mountain tours, it is recommended to have good physical condition, surefootedness, and fearlessness of heights. On the high plateaus of Rax, Schneealm, and Veitsch, orientation can be difficult in fog or bad weather. Always be aware of avalanche risks in winter!

Mountain Rescue Emergency Call: 140, with stations in Neuberg an der Mürz and Mürzzuschlag.

For this short trail, no special mountaineering equipment is necessary.

General tips: Properly packing your backpack makes everything easier:

• Pack heavy items first.
• Your water bottle (ideally 1 liter or more) should always be easily accessible.
• Items you use frequently, such as sunglasses, camera, mobile phone, or hiking map, should go on top.

An emergency kit including blister plasters should be in every backpack, and it’s always advisable to dress using the "layering system". For alpine tours, never forget rain protection! Helmet!

In winter, for ski tours and snowshoe hikes, the appropriate safety equipment (avalanche beacon, shovel, and probe) is mandatory! Always check the avalanche report before the tour at www.lawine-steiermark.at.

Avalanche beacons, shovels, and probes can be rented at the nature park office for a small fee.

A visit to the Neuberg Monastery with its associated glassblowing workshop and natural history museum is highly recommended. For a culinary treat, the Restaurant Holzer (run by the Schäffer family), located directly beneath Kalvarienberg, is definitely worth a visit!

Nature Park Taxi in the Mürzer Oberland Nature Park
Phone: +43 3857 20170
Website: www.naturparktaxi.at

ÖBB: www.oebb.at
Verbundlinie Steiermark: www.busbahnbim.at

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Nature Park Office Mürzer Oberland
Phone: +43 3857 8321
Website: www.muerzeroberland.at
Opening hours: Mon – Fri, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Tourism Association Hochsteiermark
Phone: +43 3862 55020
Website: www.steiermark.com/hochsteiermark

Mountain, Hiking, and Nature Park Guides: Information available at the Nature Park Office Mürzer Oberland.
Phone: +43 3857 8321