- Oberkapfenberg Castle - medieval castle with bird of prey flight show (38 km, 35 min.)
- South Railway Museum, Mürzzuschlag - History of the Semmering Railway (50 km, 45 min.)
ACTIVITIES
In the Alpine region around the Hochschwab
Experience diversity. Enjoy moments. Create memories.
Between the traditional pilgrimage church of Mariazell and the wild beauty of the Rettenbach Gorge near Graz, you can expect a wealth of experiences that will enrich your trip and make it unforgettable.
The region around the majestic Hochschwab impressively combines nature, living culture and spiritual power. Whether quietly pausing at special places of power, exploring places steeped in history or enjoying active adventures in the mountains - everyone will find something to suit them here.
Castles, palaces & museums
Sport & indoor leisure
- Kapfenberg bouldering hall - climbing for every level (38 km, 35 min.)
- Golfclub Bruck an der Mur - Idyllic 18-hole course (42 km, 40 min.)
Special experiences
- Rettenbach Gorge (87 km, 1 h 13 min)
- Peter Rosegger Museum, Alpl - insight into the life of the famous poet (45 km, 50 min.)
- Mariazell Basilica (25 km, 23 min)
- Bründlweg Pogusch (13.6 km, 15 min)
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