Terenbachalm Circular Hike

Characteristics

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The tour in numbers

Level of difficulty medium

Route 11,4 km

Time 4:00 h

Uphill 383 hm

Downhill 383 hm

Highest point 1731 m

An enjoyable circular hike on Terenbachalm. The more demanding climb along the ridge trail is rewarded with scenic views and a pleasant walk across the alpine ridge.

This circular hike leads from the Oskar Schauer Haus / Sattelhaus onto Terenbachalm and along its ridge. The route passes the Stierkreuz and continues through open alpine landscapes. Despite the climb, the hike is also suitable for beginners and offers wide-ranging views.

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Car:
Take the A2 motorway to the Mooskirchen exit. Continue on the B70 towards Voitsberg/Köflach, then turn right onto the B77 towards Gaberl. In Krenhof, follow the signs towards Graden. In Graden, follow the signs to Sattelhaus.

The hike starts at the Oskar Schauer Haus / Sattelhaus. Follow hiking trail 505 towards Gaberl in a northwesterly direction, initially along a broad forest road. Passing the source area of the Katzbach, the route continues on a forest trail to an alpine meadow. Cross the meadow to reach the Stierkreuz after around 45 minutes.

At Stierkreuz, turn sharply right onto trail 547a towards Terenbachalm. The trail follows the pasture fence and climbs more steeply through a shady forest section. After around 20 minutes, the terrain becomes gentler again. Continue along the ridge trail across Terenbachalm. After about 1.5 hours, you reach the area of the Christusstatue, located around 100 m from the trail.

Continue along the ridge trail over the gentle alpine paths of the Terenbachalm. The route follows the “Schneid” through alpine vegetation and climbs gently above the tree line towards the Terenbachalm summit cross.

The descent then leads to the Zeißmannhütte. The hut is not staffed, but the area is suitable for a break with views across the surrounding landscape. Spring water is available at the natural fountain. For the return journey, follow trail 505 along the forest road back to the Oskar Schauer Haus / Sattelhaus. The complete hike takes around four hours including breaks.

Don’t miss Stierkreuz, the Christusstatue and the Terenbachalm summit cross. Finish with refreshments at the Oskar Schauer Haus / Sattelhaus.

Unfortunately, the starting point is not accessible by public transport.

Sufficient parking is available. Please note that the barrier-controlled roads require a minimum clearance of 2 m.

Free hiking map and information:
Graz Region Tourist Board
Herrengasse 16, 8010 Graz
T: +43 316 80750, info@regiongraz.at

Graz Region Information Office Lipizzanerheimat
Rathausplatz 2
8580 Köflach, Austria
T: +43 3144 727770, lipizzanerheimat@regiongraz.at