Cycling in the Lipizzanerheimat
The Lipizzanerheimat is part of the Graz Region in western Styria and offers a variety of cycling routes. Leisurely bike rides lead through rolling hills around Köflach, Voitsberg, Bärnbach, Mooskirchen and Ligist. The Schilcher Wine Road begins in Ligist, where vineyards and traditional wine taverns invite cyclists to take a break.
Four mountain bike routes, including the new Edelschrott Panoramatour and Packer Stauseetour, offer more challenging rides. Gravel cycling and Bike & Hike routes add further variety. Cultural attractions such as the Piber Lipizzaner stud farm and St. Barbara Church – Hundertwasser Bärnbach make interesting stops along the way.
Mountain biking to Altes Almhaus
The Altes Almhaus Tour covers 35 km through the mountain landscape around Maria Lankowitz. The video offers a glimpse of the route, with its climbs, alpine meadows and scenic views.
Gravel cycling
Gravel tracks and quiet country roads
Rolling hills, gravel tracks and quiet country roads offer varied terrain for gravel cycling. The Ligister Tour, Lipizzaner Hills Tour and Stud Farm Tour are also suitable for gravel bikes. These routes combine challenging climbs with scenic views and opportunities to stop at traditional inns and local eateries.
Bike & hike
Combine Cycling and Hiking
First cycling, then hiking: four Bike & Hike routes combine both activities. The routes include Graz, Ligist and Culinary Trail, Voitsberg, Piber and Rappoldkogel, Köflach and Terenbachalm, and From Teigitschgraben to the Großofen.
Pump tracks
Fun on Bumps and Banked Turns
Pump tracks in Geistthal, Ligist, Voitsberg and Maria Lankowitz feature rolling bumps and banked turns. These circuits offer children, teenagers and experienced riders a place to improve their balance, bike-handling skills and coordination.
Cultural stops
Discover cultural attractions and places of interest
The Piber Lipizzaner stud farm near Köflach, St. Barbara Church – Hundertwasser in Bärnbach and the Stoelzle glassworks Bärnbach offer cultural stops along the way. The Maria Lankowitz pilgrimage church and the Kern Buam Museum in Voitsberg can also be included in a cycling trip.
Cooling off after a bike ride
Swimming lakes, outdoor pools and thermal spa
After a bike ride, the NOVA Köflach thermal spa offers relaxation in warm thermal waters. Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) is also possible on the Packer reservoir and Hirzmann reservoir.
For a refreshing swim in summer, Lake Piberstein and Schlossbad Bärnbach outdoor pool are inviting places to stop.
Plan your cycling trip
Virtual Cycling Experience in 360°
The Virtual Cycling Experience in 360° showcases the pleasure cycling routes of the Graz Region through interactive panoramas, route sections and selected attractions. Cycling routes through the Lipizzanerheimat can also be explored online before setting off.
E-Bike rental in Köflach
Five e-bikes are available for rental at the NOVA Köflach thermal spa from March to November. As availability is limited, advance enquiries about bike availability and rental conditions are recommended.
Cycling maps, brochure and route planner
The “E-Bike Pleasure Cycling” brochure features all 18 pleasure cycling routes in the Graz Region, including route details and elevation profiles. Free cycling maps are available at the tourist information office. Further route information can be found in the Tour portal.
Important information about bicycle transport
Rail Service Disruptions in 2027
From 5 January until approximately the end of September 2027, rail replacement bus services are scheduled to operate on the Lieboch–Köflach railway line. Bicycles cannot be transported on replacement buses. Travellers planning to arrive by train with their bikes should check the latest timetables and travel information before setting off.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Lipizzanerheimat offers pleasure cycling routes, mountain bike trails, gravel cycling and Bike & Hike tours. Popular routes include the Stud Farm Tour, the Three Markets Tour and the Lipizzaner Hills Tour. These routes lead through the rolling hills around Köflach, Voitsberg and Ligist.
Four designated mountain bike routes lead through the Lipizzanerheimat: the Brendlalm Tour, the Altes Almhaus Tour and the two new routes, the Edelschrott Panorama Tour and the Packer Reservoir Tour. They offer opportunities to explore the region's rolling hills and alpine landscapes.
The Ligister Tour, Lipizzaner Hills Tour and Stud Farm Tour are also suitable for gravel bikes. They combine hilly terrain with quiet country roads around Ligist and Köflach. Cyclists should check the route descriptions for details of the surface conditions before setting off.
The Kainachtal Cycle Route R14 is an option for families looking for an easier cycling trip. There are also pump tracks in Geistthal, Ligist, Voitsberg and Maria Lankowitz. Whether a route is suitable depends on the children's age and cycling experience.
Five e-bikes are available for rental at the NOVA Köflach thermal spa from March to November. As availability is limited, advance enquiries about bike availability and rental conditions are recommended.
Cycling trips in the Lipizzanerheimat can generally be combined with train travel. However, rail replacement bus services are scheduled to operate from 5 January until approximately the end of September 2027. Bicycles cannot be transported on replacement buses. Checking the latest timetable information is therefore important when planning a cycling trip.
