Guided walk: Over the Plabutsch, from Gösting to St Martin

The hike starts from Gösting and leads over the Fürstenstand, the highest point of Graz, offering an impressive 360-degree panoramic view from the lookout tower. Continuing over the Gaisbergsattel, the route goes to the church of St. Johann and Paul and then on to Buchkogel with the Rudolfswarte.
Varied forest trails and beautiful views of Graz and the surrounding area accompany the tour.
After a planned stop at the Gasthaus Orthacker, the path leads down to Straßgang.

Meeting point: 08:30 a.m., bus stop Graz-Gösting, ending in Graz-Straßgang, arrival and departure only by public transport, no return to the starting point

Trail length: 13 km | Ascent 550 hm | Walking time approx. 5:00 hrs.

Duration of the hike: until approx. 2:00 p.m., afterwards planned stop at the Gasthaus Orthacker, then descent to Graz Straßgang

Arrival by public transport: with city bus line 40, to Graz Gösting, return individually from Graz Straßgang, e.g. with city bus line 32  

Degree of difficulty: longer hike without special difficulty, steep ascent from Gösting, fitness for 5 hours of walking time and about 600 vertical meters

Equipment: Good footwear (hiking shoes) required, hiking clothing (layering principle), backpack, rain and sun protection, possibly trekking poles, drink, snack/light meal, no stop during the hike

Cost: € 15.00 per person, payable on site to the guide
Service: Guided hike with certified mountain guides

Registration: until Wednesday, June 30, 2027 at www.regiongraz.at/wandertouren   

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