Guided walk: From the ruins of Gösting Castle to Thal

The guided hike leads from Gösting over the legendary Jungfernsprung with its impressive view through the winter landscape to Thal. Along the way, you will find nature-friendly forest paths and historical sites including the ruins of Gösting Castle, the hidden Schloss Oberthal, the Ernst Fuchs Church, as well as the Arnold Schwarzenegger hometown and museum. To conclude, a joint meal in Thal is planned.

Meeting point: 8:30 a.m., bus stop Graz Gösting | End of the tour in Thal | Return to the starting point possible only by public bus!

Length of the route: 10 km | Ascent 330 m | Walking time approx. 3:45 hours

The end of the hike is around 1:00 p.m. after which a joint meal is planned.   

Getting there by public transport: by city bus 40 to Graz Gösting, individual return with city bus 48 from Thal to Graz Gösting 

Difficulty level: Hike without special requirements, fitness for about 4 hours and 350 meters of ascent is required

Equipment: good, warm mountain or hiking shoes, warm winter hiking clothing (best with layer principle), wind and rain protection, backpack, (hot) drink, snack, possibly hiking poles – be aware that there can be slippery, icy spots on the paths due to the season, consider bringing crampons.

Cost: € 15.00 p.P., payable on-site to the guide 
Service: Guided snowshoe hike with certified mountain guides

Registration: by Wednesday, February 3, 2027 at www.regiongraz.at/wandertouren   

The guided hike is conducted by the Graz Region Tourism Association in cooperation with the hiking guides. Please note that last-minute changes may be possible. Participation is at your own risk.
For safety and organizational reasons, bringing dogs is not permitted!