Across the Wechselland, Friedberg
A cycle tour through the picturesque Wechselland region, which captivates with its idyllic resting places, breathtaking viewpoints and cozy refreshment stops.
The cycle tour starts in the historic town center of Friedberg and leads up to the adventure mountain. There you will find a lookout tower and a themed playground called "Burg Friedberg". From here, the route continues to the idyllic Hilmtor rest area and then downhill to the Hohenau chapel with its stunning views. During the ride, you have the opportunity to take a break at Flourl's Schenke, a charming tavern in the style of a wine tavern with a wonderful panoramic view. The route then leads via the cultural town of Dechantskirchen and Stögersbach back to Friedberg, passing the only Thonet Museum in Austria. The route continues along the Pinggau bathing lake, through the communities of Schäffern and Tauchen am Wechsel, in the direction of Pinggau. On the way, you pass the Maria Hasel pilgrimage church before finally returning to Friedberg.
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medium
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Directions - By car
- via the Südautobahn (A2) to the Pinggau exit
- at the traffic circle take the 3rd exit
- along the B54 in the direction of Graz/Hartberg
- along the Steinamangerer Straße
- turn left onto Hauptplatz Pinggau
- follow Grazer Straße until main square Friedberg
The tour is not signposted throughout. Route guidance with app recommended.
There are numerous tips on our tour that we can recommend:
- Take a short break at the Hilmtor with its inviting schnapps bar!
- Explore the historic adventure mountain and visit the Hohenau chapel with its stunning views.
- Try the delicious pizzas at Pizzeria Gruber and enjoy the cozy atmosphere of Flourl's Schenke with its breathtaking panoramic views!
- Or treat yourself to a sweet treat at Cafe Florentino, known for its lovingly decorated ice cream and warm service.
- After a strenuous bike tour, you can round off the day at the Pinggau bathing lake or the Friedberg famliy outdoor pool!
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Cyclists in the Wechsel region in Eastern Styria | © Oststeiermark Tourismus | Flotoanker
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Aerial view of the Maria Hasel pilgrimage church in the municipality of Pinggau in Eastern Styria | Wallfahrtskirche Maria Hasel
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Flourl's Tavern in Dechantskirchen in Eastern Styria | © Oststeiermark Tourismus | Flotoanker
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Children's bouncy castle at Flourl's Tavern in the municipality of Dechantskirchen in Eastern Styria | © Oststeiermark Tourismus | Anja Reichenbäck
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Aerial photos of the Pinggau bathing lake in Eastern Styria | © Marktgemeinde Pinggau | Leopold Bartsch
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Cyclist at the Hilmtor in the municipality of Dechantskirchen in Eastern Styria | © Oststeiermark Tourismus | Flotoanker
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Schnapps bar at the Hilmtor in the municipality of Dechantskirchen in Eastern Styria | © Oststeiermark Tourismus | Christa Pollhammer
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Kapelle Hohenau, Gemeinde Dechantskirchen in der Oststeiermark | © Oststeiermark Tourismus | Flotoanker
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Thonet Museum exhibition, municipality of Friedberg Oststeiermark | © Oststeiermark Tourismus | Florian Luckerbauer
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Schäffern coat of arms, municipality of Schäffern in Eastern Styria | © Oststeiermark Tourismus | Anja Reichenbäck
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