© TV Joglland-Waldheimat, Kurt Elmleitner Kurt © TV Joglland-Waldheimat, ENGLISH VERSION FROM B FOR BIRKFELD TO W FOR WENIGZELL THE JOGLLAND-WALDHEIMAT REGION R R E I C H I S C H E D E R Ö S T E K A L K A L P H - N I E E N I R I S C S T E WIEN Wiener Neustadt Gloggnitz Semmering Mürzzuschlag Aspang Stuhleck 1782 Hochwechsel 1743 Pretul 1656 Feistritzwald Mönichkirchen Krieglach Zöbern Richtung Hauereck Rettenegg GRAZ 1301 Arzberg SALZBURG St. Kathrein 1111 Festenburg Tauchen Alpl am Hauenstein Ratten St. Jakob im Walde Waldbach-Mönichwald Schäffern Hutwisch 1490 Teufelstein 896 Stanglalm 1499 Falkenstein Wenigzell Pinggau/Friedberg OT Riegersberg Stanz Schanz Fischbach Wildwiese OT Vornholz Strallegg 1254 Vorau OT Puchegg Lafnitz Ober- OT Schachen LEGAL NOTICE: schützen Pirbachkogel Masenberg Publisher: TV Joglland-Waldheimat, 8255 St. Jakob im Walde All texts: TV Joglland-Waldheimat 1152 Richtung 1261 Photos: Karl Zodl, Intermusica, HelmutPinkafeld Schweighofer, Die Edlseer, Kuhcafé, Straßegg/Breitenau Bernhard Bergmann, Michael Löffler; Archiv Joglland Hotel, Raoul Lechner, OT Waisenegg Miesenbach TRV Oststeiermark Bernhard Bergmann, Feistritztalbahn, Reisenbauer, Johann Kandlbauer, Familie Eggbauer, Familie Kerschenbauer, Familie Breitegger, Gasen Veronikas Kräuterhof, Tourismus Fischbach, Werner Krug, Fotogen, TV Miesen- OT Piregg bach, Wildwiesenhof, shutterstock, littlewater, Blasmusikmuseum Ratten, Karl Heinz Klausner, Der Ponyhof, Gemeinde Ratten, Gemeinde Rettengg, OT Haslau Kurt Elmleitner, Zur Klause, TV Joglland-Waldheimat, Alpakahof Kroisleitner, Narnhoferwirt, Biohofkäserei Grabenhofer, Gemeinde St. Kathrein am Hauenstein, OT Gschaid Mosbacher, www.fotospass.at, Grabmayer, Archiv Stift Vorau, Johann Schweig- hofer, Freilichtmuseum Vorau, Familie Buchegger, Kuchlbauer, Holzer, Sonja Birkfeld Hartberg Spitzer, Bogenschützen Vorau, Familie Krogger, Wolfgang Held, Gemeinde Wenig- Sommeralm zell, Steiermark Tourismus, www.bigshot.at, Bratlalm, Familie Kerschbaumer, 1404 Richtung Joglland, TRV Oststeiermark, Familie Froihofer, Eva Reindl, Kostanjsek, Harry < Teichalm Schiffer, Butter und Brot Fotografie, Weghofer, Johanna Holzer, Franz Posch, Pöllau Herbert Prettenhofer, Atelier Gruber, Familie Kroisleitner, Andrea Pillhofer. 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June, 2017. 4 Overview of villages R R E I C H I S C H E D E R Ö S T E K A L K A L P H - N I E E N I R I S C S T E WIEN 5 The region’s excursion destinations Wiener 6 Birkfeld Neustadt 7 Fischbach Gloggnitz 8 Miesenbach Semmering 8 Ratten Mürzzuschlag Aspang 8 Rettenegg Stuhleck 1782 Hochwechsel 1743 9 St. Jakob im Walde Pretul 1656 Feistritzwald Mönichkirchen 10 St. Kathrein am Hauenstein Krieglach Zöbern 11 Strallegg Richtung Hauereck Rettenegg GRAZ 1301 Arzberg 11 Vorau SALZBURG St. Kathrein 1111 Festenburg Tauchen Alpl am Hauenstein Ratten St. Jakob im Walde Waldbach-Mönichwald 12 Waldbach-Mönichwald Schäffern Hutwisch 1490 13 Wenigzell Teufelstein 896 Stanglalm 1499 Falkenstein Wenigzell Pinggau/Friedberg OT Riegersberg 14 The Styrian Flower Route Stanz Schanz Fischbach Wildwiese OT Vornholz Strallegg 1254 Vorau 15 Take a slice of the Joglland home with you OT Puchegg Lafnitz Ober- OT Schachen schützen 18 Summer in the region Pirbachkogel Masenberg 1152 19 Hiking Richtung 1261 Straßegg/Breitenau Pinkafeld 21 Cycling OT Waisenegg Miesenbach Gasen 21 Outdoor Pools & Bathing Lakes OT Piregg OT Haslau 22 Winter in the region OT Gschaid © Feistritztalbahn © 23 Skiing Hartberg Sommeralm Birkfeld 1404 Richtung 25 Cross Country Skiing < Teichalm Pöllau 26 Other OT Koglhof Brandlucken Richtung Bründlkogel 1132 Richtung 1436 Weiz Bad Waltersdorf GRAZ GRAZ 3 OVERVIEW OF VILLAGES BIRKFELD RATTEN ST. KATHREIN WALDBACH- The many excursion destinations The biggest high-alpine wind AM HAUENSTEIN MÖNICHWALD on offer such as the „Feistritztal- farm in Central Europe today Nestled amidst the „Waldheimat” The village scores highly for a bahn” (Feiztritz Valley Railway), lies in this former mining village (home in the woods) area im- diverse recreational programme „Klangtunnel” exhibition (Sound – a stunning hiking destination mortalised by Peter Rosegger: at any time of year: hiking on Tunnel) and Felber Chocolate near the Pretul mountain. the Rosegger Exhibition and his the Hochwechsel, cooling off at Factory make this village a popu- The Brass Music Museum and favou rite church are certainly Freizeitsee or trips on the lar spot for the whole family. Mining Museum offer plenty of worth visiting. Ski fans will enjoy Hochwechsel ski lifts ensure interesting material for culture the speedy descents at the plenty of holiday fun for all ages. FISCHBACH seekers. Hauereck ski arena lifts. Fischbach is known for its Easter WENIGZELL Bunny celebrations and its cre- RETTENEGG STRALLEGG The fairy tale village of Wenigzell dentials as a ‘village in bloom’. At the foot of the Stuhleck lies The village of Strallegg is always is renowned for its „Joglland- It is also a high-altitude health the village of Rettenegg. Feel a rewarding visit. The numerous Oase” (a spa centre) and the resort and therefore a wonderful reinvigora ted either by a visit to hiking trails and gorgeous „Barfußpark” (Barefoot Park). area for hiking. In particular the the „Labyrinth Mensch” exhibi- flowers attract guests in summer, To round off the variety of leisure mystical „Teufelstein” (Devil’s tion, on a stroll along the while the alpine views from the options, there are also many Stone) attracts many hikers, not „Planetenweg” (Planet Trail) or ski lifts prove an appealing draw hiking and Nordic Walking routes only for the winter solstice hike! enjoying some delicious culinary in winter. available, plus culinary highlights delights at the „Forellengasthof served at establishments such MIESENBACH Joglland” guesthouse ‒ speciality VORAU as the „Bratlalm”, the „Buchtel- The „Wildwiese” with its lookout fresh trout. The market village of Vorau is bar” (to sample some typical post is probably one of the most home to the only Augustinian Buch teln yeast buns) and the TV © Joglland Waldheimat popular excursion destinations in ST. JAKOB IM WALDE monastery in Styria still active, „Schneeland” (a beginners’ Miesenbach, particularly during In summer, it isn’t just the not to mention the second- ski area). hiking season. Hiking trails such beauti ful flowers or the variety largest open-air museum. For as the „Wasserweg” (Water Trail) of hiking opportunities that draw adventurers, the underground and „Klammweg” (Gorge Trail) visitors to St. Jakob, it’s also the passages of „Sub Terra Vorau” will delight walkers immeasur- interactive exhibition „Kräfte reich” offer a very special experience. ably. (Realm of Power and Energy). In winter, however, the spot is famed mainly for the „Joglland- loipe” (Joglland cross-country skiing trail) and the „Familien - schiberg” (Family Ski Mountain). 4 A region once made famous by Empress THE JOGLLAND AND THE WALDHEIMAT Maria Theresia and the writer Peter Rosegger, and an unmissable destination in both summer and winter. Numerous hiking trails, themed trails and walking trails will exhilarate and delight pleasure-seeking holidaymakers in summer. Whether you’d prefer to do a leisurely family hike, a tour of the peaks or a multi-day trekking tour, there are no limits to walking enjoyment. Another highlight in the summer months is a trip along the „Steirische Blumenstraße” (Styrian Flower Route), possibly the most vibrant trail for the senses in Styria. 5 For culinary enthusiasts and those thirsting for knowledge, the region boasts museums, churches and exhibitions aplenty, plus an abundance of gourmet restaurants and wellness oases ‒ a refreshing summer © TRV Oststeiermark, TRV © Bernhard Bergmann holiday is therefore assured. In winter too, families in particular will appreciate the region’s stunning landscapes and ski regions. Whether beginners or advanced, the local ski areas offer just the right terrain for everyone, with around 20 km of slopes. Outstanding cross-country trails top off the comprehensive winter sports programme in THE REGION’S the region. EXCURSION DESTINATIONS family, fun, museum, exhibition, free time, customs BIRKFELD KuhCafe Cow Café - a coffee house with an all-round view Wirtshaus Gallbrunner (1 toque) of animal life and work on the farm home-brewed beer, hand-crafted pralines and Info: Derler family, 8190 Birkfeld, Piregg 26, traditional pastry confections, Pilgerstätte T: +43 664 4657350, Info: 8190 Birkfeld, Waisenegg 78, [email protected], www.kuhcafe.at T: +43 3174 4410, [email protected], www.gallbrunner.at Felber Chocolates Learn everything there is to know about the history Laurentibergkirche and secrets of chocolate production. Small but interesting church in the Info: 8190 Birkfeld, Felber Bakery-Café-Confec- Waisenegg district tionary: Oberer Markt 2 / Chocolate factory: Info: Elisabeth Wurm, 8190 Birkfeld/Piregg, Gasener Straße 4, T: +43 3174 4546, T: +43 3174 4291 [email protected], www.felber-schokoladen.at „Klangtunnel” Exhibition Oswald Vinegar Factory Step into the Sound Tunnel on a journey into the Find out up close how vinegar is made from world of acoustics and