Sporiroaofen circular route (longer version)

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The tour in numbers

Level of difficulty medium

Route 9,9 km

Time 3:30 h

Uphill 450 hm

Downhill 450 hm

Highest point 780 m

The ascent to the Sporiroaofen offers an experience not only for geology enthusiasts, but for all hikers due to the striking rock formations known as the ovens. The breathtaking views are a particular highlight.

You start at the parking lot in Bad Sauerbrunn and hike along trails 10G, 11G and 12G towards Jagawirt in Sommereben. After experiencing the local animals up close and being spoiled with numerous delicacies from the kitchen, you continue along hiking trails no. 60 and 58 to the Sporiroaofen. An impressive plateau awaits you there, a geological highlight! It pays to have binoculars with you here. Take your time and enjoy the view, it is a unique experience. We return to the starting point along the path marked 10 (Mausegg). Once there, we recommend cooling your tired legs in the Kneipp pool. Bad Sauerbrunn is also known for its sulphur and iron-rich water, so don't hesitate to taste it.

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Coming from Graz via the A9, at the Graz-West junction take the A2 towards Klagenfurt. Take the Lieboch exit and follow the B76 towards Lannach-Deutschlandsberg.

You should also not miss the spectacular natural monument known as the Mannagetta Furnace. Named after the geologist Peter Beck-Mannagetta, the rock needle of the Mannagetta Furnace, which is 685 meters high, rises about 10 meters and consists of horizontally layered plate gneiss. Although you have to deviate briefly from the path to reach it, the view is definitely worth it.

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

Nearest train stations are: Lannach, Frauental or Deutschlandsberg.

At the parking lot of the Bad Sauerbrunn healing spring in Stainz.

Information offices:

Stainz Tourist Office, Tel.: +43 (5) 7730 710, 8510 Stainz, Hauptplatz 1

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

www.suedsteiermark.com