Philosopher's Walk

Accessible by public transport

Characteristics

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The tour in numbers

Level of difficulty easy

Route 1,1 km

Time 0:19 h

Uphill 24 hm

Downhill 12 hm

Highest point 591 m

An indescribably beautiful impression awaits thinkers and nature lovers alike when hiking along the Philosopher's Path.

It's a special hiking trail for all the senses, where you can hear the silence and discover rare orchids that only grow on the Kreuzberg, such as the bumblebee orchid. The Philosopher's Path is part of a larger circular hike around the Kreuzberg, which also includes the wonderful view from the Kreuzberg observation tower. It's an ideal place to recharge, soothe your soul, and fully enjoy the experiences of the Southern Styria region.

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More information

A9 Phyrn Highway, exit at Vogau – take the road toward Ehrenhausen, continue toward Leutschach, then head up to Eichberg.

Waldweg

Don't forget to stop by the Kreuzberg observation deck afterward and enjoy the view!

Many starting points for our hikes in southern Styria can also be reached by public transport. For a relaxed and sustainable journey, we recommend travelling by bus and train wherever possible.

Depending on the region, additional local transport options are available.

This allows you to start your tour stress-free while also contributing to climate and nature conservation.

All information on public transport, local mobility services and timetables can be found at: www.suedsteiermark.com/arrival

The nearest railway station is in Ehrenhausen.

You can find parking at the Kreuzbergwarte.

Information offices:

Leutschach Tourist Office, Tel.: +43 (5) 7730 520, 8463 Leutschach a. d. Weinstraße, Hauptplatz 10

South Styria Tourism Association, Tel.: +43 (5) 7730, 8530 Deutschlandsberg, Hauptplatz 40

www.suedsteiermark.com

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What the weather will be like Leutschach an der Weinstraße (351m)

Today, 23.06.2026

A sunny day, but thunderstorms will be possible towards evening.

Morning

23°C

5 km/h

Noon

30°C

45%

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Night

26°C

55%

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Tomorrow, 24.06.2026

Dry and sunny throughout the day with hardly any clouds.

Morning

22°C

5 km/h

Noon

30°C

20%

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Night

27°C

45%

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Forecast

25.06.2026

17°C 33°C

26.06.2026

17°C 33°C

27.06.2026

17°C 35°C

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