Sulmhütten Trail Nr. 19

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The tour in numbers

Level of difficulty medium

Route 9,9 km

Time 3:30 h

Uphill 380 hm

Downhill 380 hm

Highest point 543 m

Hike along a section of the natural gem that is the “Schwarze Sulm” and immerse yourself in the refreshing idyll along the mountain stream.

The Schwarze Sulm is part of the Natura 2000 protected area. Here, you can hike through unspoiled nature along the mountain stream, which rises on the Koralm and winds its way into the Sulmtal valley of the same name. In summer, the Kneipp trail offers a particularly good access point to the stream, which provides truly refreshing refreshment. From the starting point at the main square, head towards Heilmoorbad, then turn right just before the Sulm bridge and follow the weir. You will pass the Kneipp trail and the former wood mill before hiking uphill towards Schwanberg Castle. Before Gressenberger Straße, turn left again and walk downhill through the forest. Cross the meadow diagonally to reach the Mörthsulm bridge. Now walk along the stream on the old Garanaser Straße. Take the turn-off onto the forest path and cross the Sulm via the Sulmsteg bridge.
You have reached your destination at the Sulmhütte and can return via the same route.

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More information

Coming from Graz, take the A2 towards Klagenfurt/Lieboch and take the Lieboch exit, continue on the B76 towards Deutschlandsberg/Lannach and follow Radelpass Str. B76 to Bad Schwanberg.

Vom Ausgangspunkt am Hauptplatz geht es in Richtung Heilmoorbad, danach gleich vor der Sulmbrücke rechts der Wehranlage entlang. Sie passieren die Kneippstrecke und die ehemalige Holzschleife, bevor Sie bergan Richtung Schloss Schwanberg wandern. Vor der Gressenberger Straße gehen Sie wieder links durch den Wald bergab. Sie queren die Wiese diagonal, dann gelangen Sie zur Mörthsulmbrücke. Nun gehen Sie den Bach entlang auf der alten Garanaser Straße. Nehmen Sie die Abzweigung in den Forstweg und queren Sie die Sulm über den Sulmsteg. Mit der Sulmhütte haben Sie Ihr Ziel erreicht und gehen auf demselben Weg wieder retour.

The Black Sulm is a true natural gem, unique and scenically beautiful. Schwanberg Castle is a Renaissance castle and a popular tourist attraction—well worth a visit.

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 Bad Schwanberg.

No time limit and free of charge at parking lot 1 near Heilmoorbad Bad Schwanberg.

Information offices:

Bad Schwanberg Tourist Office, Tel.: +43 (5) 7730 610, 8541 Bad Schwanberg, Hauptplatz 1

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

www.suedsteiermark.com