Styria bears the name "The green heart of Austria" for good reason. Vast forests and gentle mountains offer ideal conditions for marveling at nature on foot or by bike. The Mur Cycle Path R2 connects the Hohe Tauern National Park with the cultural city of Graz and continues into the southern thermal and volcanic region. Mountain bike fans will find a variety of routes with different levels of difficulty on the Frauenalpe and in the Hochwald. The Kreischberg region has a wide range of options for hikers - from circular trails and family-friendly routes to tours lasting several days. If you prefer a more relaxed alternative, take the cable car up the Kreischberg and start your hike directly at alpine altitude. The webcams on the Kreischberg provide initial impressions of the landscape and the trails.
The Kreischberg ski area gained international fame thanks to the Snowboard World Championships. In addition to the Kreischberg Snowpark, equipped with a variety of freestyle elements, perfectly groomed pistes ensure a varied skiing experience. If you want to get away from the slopes, the Frauenalpe is a quiet recreational area. Since skiing was discontinued, the area has become a popular destination for touring and snowshoeing. The guided full moon and day hikes, accompanied by experienced snowshoe guides, are particularly impressive. The Kreischberg area also offers numerous winter activities away from skiing. Several ice rinks invite you to skate - from idyllic natural ponds to illuminated artificial ice rinks with music. Cross-country skiers can make their rounds on an extensive network of trails in the midst of an enchanting winter landscape. The Weirerteich trail also offers the option of trying your hand at biathlon shooting - an exciting challenge for anyone who wants to give the sport a try.
