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Klapotetzwanderweg 1

Characteristics

Skill
Fitness

The tour in numbers

Level of difficulty medium
Route 8,8 km
Time 3:00 h
Uphill 230 hm
Downhill 230 hm
Highest point 530 m
The Klapotetz hiking trail is the ideal opportunity to discover nature and traditions on Eichberg. An excellent circular hike with magnificent views and several highlights along the way awaits you.
Along the 18 km circular hiking trail, you will learn all kinds of interesting facts about the Klapotetz, the symbol of southern Styria. The 8-km loop can be walked in two different ways, and part of the route takes you directly along Klapotetzstraße. In addition to paved paths, idyllic forest trails guarantee a varied hike. Enjoy the beautiful landscape and excellent wines and snacks at the hosts' establishments – accompanied by the clattering of the Klapotetz.

Best season

January
February
November
December

More information

Coming from Graz via the A9, take the Vogau-Straß exit. Take the B69 towards Ehrenhausen-Gamlitz-Leutschach. At Karnerberg-Spitz, turn right towards Eichberg.

Der Weg führt über Wald und Wiesenwege, durch Weingärten und Teilstücken auf befestigten Straßen.

Take a look at the Silberschneider family's farm and tractor museum. Here you will find historical equipment and tools from everyday farm life.

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.

Upon request at the establishments along the route.
Information offices:
Leutschach Tourist Office, Tel.: +43 (5) 7730 520, 8463 Leutschach an der Weinstraße, Hauptplatz 10
South Styria Tourism Association, Tel.: +43 (5) 7730, 8530 Deutschlandsberg, Hauptplatz 40
www.suedsteiermark.com

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Gallery

cattle on the Brandriedl with view to the Dachstein (Ramsau am Dachstein)

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

Today, 19.08.2026

Early clouds will gradually clear to leave the region with a dry and sunny day.
Morning
cloudy
17°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 20%
sr.Windstärke 0 km/h
Noon
sunny
27°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 30%
sr.Windstärke 10 km/h
Night
very sunny
26°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 45%
sr.Windstärke 10 km/h

Tomorrow, 20.08.2026

Mostly sunny in the morning, becoming cloudy during the day. Thunderstorms will be likely towards evening.
Morning
very sunny
21°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 0%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h
Noon
sunny
30°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 40%
sr.Windstärke 10 km/h
Night
rainy
23°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 60%
sr.Windstärke 10 km/h

Forecast

21.08.2026
rainy
18°C 27°C
22.08.2026
slightly cloudy
16°C 25°C
23.08.2026
very sunny
15°C 26°C

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