Leisure activities just around the corner
Pastner Pond, with its playground and sports and leisure facilities for all ages, is just a few minutes’ walk from the guesthouse. Ideal for families who want to spend some time outdoors without having to travel far.
Pump Trail
Stream
Swimming pond
Playground
Beach volleyball court
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The hiking region Gleinalm is among the foothills of the Eastern Alps and is, with its gentle ridges, one of the most beautiful hiking areas in Styria. There are various ways of reaching this area from OberGraz. The Gleinalm is actually a pure hiking alp. The mountain refuge can be reached in a three-hour from Krautwasch. At certain dates and times, however, it is permitted to travel there conveniently by car via Neuhof near Übelbach. No other city offers so much variety within such a small area, together with its sunny southern ambience as a bonus: futuristic architecture right next to medieval houses set in a maze of ancient alleyways and squares.
If you thought you’d already seen everything, then think again: just take a look around the unique city of Graz and you will be amazed! Discover its wealth of sights, possibilities of getting to know the city with guided tours or by enjoying events. Even if you are in Graz only for a side trip, a day trip, city break or weekend trip- we have got loads of useful tips for a felicitous stay! Lipizzaners are Europe’s oldest cultural horse breed, with their origin going back to the year 1580. The Lipizzaner stud Piber combines knowledge that has been accumulated over 400 years with a feeling for Lipizzaners to breed horses with the abilities that make them world-famous, especially through the Spanish Riding School. Like a fairytale – the impression when you spot the Maria Strassengel pilgrimage church a few kilometres north of Graz. Perched on a hill, the small settlement round the church is visible from afar. Presbytery, taverna, the decorously baroque ‘new building’ and the enchanting pilgrimage church make up the attractive ensemble. With its slender sandstone spire, rich architectural sculpture and original 14th century stained glass, it’s one of Austria’s most important High Gothic sacral buildings. The St. Barbara Church in Bärnbach is a colourful, cheerful and positive place of worship, designed by the master Friedensreich Hundertwasser. The tower, the roof, the facades, the golden ‚onion‘ and the golden spheres are manifold and are rich in shapes and colours Written on the village school blackboard are the German words for “Anna eats an apple”, but today’s kids can no longer read that writing style. It’s an all but lost world of rural life and work, living on in around a hundred original farm buildings in a remote tributary valley by the river Mur. At the Austrian Open Air Museum Stübing you can stroll across the whole of Austria and, in an idyllic setting, find out about regionally typical tools and the ways of construction and life of yesteryear. Reaping no longer but, instead, a lively encounter with eternal tradition at the Sensenwerk in Deutschfeistritz. The huge forge which, in its hay day, exported over 60,000 scythes all over the world, is now a museum. The interior space, housing the impressive production facilities including six gigantic water wheels, offers an atmospheric and very popular setting for all kinds of events, ranging from theatrical performances and concerts to art exhibitions Stalactite from the ceiling, stalagmite on the ground. This mnemonic can help you to identify the wonderful stone formations at the Lurgrotte, Austria’s largest dripstone cave. Here calcium mineral deposition over millions of years has yielded enchanting natural artworks both fragile and massive, with fantastic names meaning prince, giant and grand candle stick. You can explore this fascinating cavern complex accompanied by an expert guide, starting from either Peggau or Semriach. A trip to the Bärenschützklamm gorge is worthwhile! The South Styrian Wine Road unites these three aspects of life. The region’s customs and traditions are lively and impress visitors. Typical features such as the owner-run Buschenschank wine taverns, the Klapotetz (noisy windmills designed to keep birds off crops), the Sturm & Kastanien (Sturm wine and Chestnut) festivals in autumn, Styrian pumpkin seed oil, the unique landscape and the friendly locals make the region very special! The natural gem "Green Lake" Only 20km northwest of the Styrian capital Graz, surrounded by mountains, meadows and green forests, lies the idyllic Übelbach valley. From home-made farmer’s bread to home-brewed “mountain” beer, from rustic lederhosen to open-air bowling alleys with clay pins – all of that can still be experienced firsthand in Übelbach.
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The Bärenschützklamm is one of Austria’s most beautiful water-bearing gorges. Hiking between the untamed waterfalls and craggy cliffs is an impressive experience for any hiker. The unutterable power of nature, with constant dripping that wears away the stone, becomes apparent here. A natural monument since 1978. The first section of ladders was built in 1901 and has been restored several times since.
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The Green Lake is well-known, and for good reason, because it is one of the pure meltwater lakes that is filled by the surrounding local mountains and foothills of the Hochschwab. Many nature lovers hike to the crystal-clear lake in the summer.
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Restaurants in Übelbach
GASTHOF ZUR SONNE SCHWARZBAUER
Gasthof Zur Sonne has been run as a family business by the Schwarzbauer family for several generations. Located on Übelbach’s historic market square, it serves traditional Austrian cuisine – and in summer, guests can enjoy their meals in the cosy garden.
Alter Markt 36, 8124 Übelbach
www.gasthof-schwarzbauer.at
+43 (0) 3125 2203
Kitchen open 11:30 am–3:00 pm and 5:30 pm–8:00 pm
Closed on Thursdays and Sundays from 2:30 pm
GASTHOF ALTES HAMMERHERRENHAUS
At the Altes Hammerherrenhaus inn, guests dine in a historic building dating back to 1748, once associated with hammer and scythe forging. The menu features Styrian and international dishes, complemented by seasonal specialities such as game or fish weeks.
Vormarktstrasse 1, 8124 Übelbach
www.glaenzer.at
+43 676 5191356
Kitchen open Wed–Sat 11:30 am–8:30 pm
Sun & public holidays 11:30 am–7:30 pm
WEINBAR MONTE VINO
At the Monte Vino wine bar, you can enjoy a relaxed evening for two in a pleasant atmosphere, accompanied by a fine glass of white wine or a classic red, complemented by culinary specialities – all just a short distance from Übelbach’s main square.
Badergasse 100, 8124 Übelbach
www.monte-vino.com
+43 664 5477337
Kitchen open Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–8:00 pm (except public holidays)
Bistro-Brick
We offer freshly prepared food to enjoy on site or take away. With our daily home-cooked dishes and a menu that changes every week, we are popular not only with our course participants.
Gleinalmstraße 73, 8124 Übelbach
www.bistro-brick.at
+43 3125 2181 79
Kitchen open Mon–Sat 11:00 am–6:00 pm
The Old School Cafe
The Old School Cafe, located directly on Übelbach’s historic market square, is a relaxed meeting place combining a breakfast café and pub. Many guests stop by in the morning for a breakfast platter or pick up coffee and cake.
Alter Markt 62, 8124 Übelbach
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+43 664 2129640
Open daily from 8:00 am
The Old School Pub
The Old School Pub in Neuhof near Übelbach is a relaxed meeting place combining a breakfast café and pub. Many guests stop by in the morning for a breakfast platter or pick up coffee and cake.
Neuhof 26, 8124 Übelbach
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+43 664 2129640
Open daily from 9:00 am
HIKING TOURS IN OUR REGION
Grazer Bergland hiking trail: Peggau–Frohnleiten
Starting point
Peggau-Deutschfeistritz railway station (flux GU4539)
Destination
Frohnleiten railway station (flux GU1269)
Directions
From Peggau-Deutschfeistritz railway station (410 m), the route follows the road towards the Lurgrotte cave. After passing the entrance to the cave, continue for a few hundred metres until the hiking trail turns right at the flux stop (GU4500 Peggau-Binderanderl) onto a side road. From there, it climbs gently along the “Römerweg”.
After reaching the upper entrance to the Badlgraben gorge, the route continues through woodland and across open meadows to Schönegg (778 m). A varied section of paved roads and forest paths leads to the few houses of Rüster (954 m). After crossing alpine pastures, a steeper climb takes you to the viewpoint and rest area near the Hopfenhöhle cave.
A little further on, the trail reaches the wooded summit of Hochtrötsch (1,239 m), the highest point of the hike. The descent leads mainly through forested terrain until Dürnberg and the flux stop (GU1220 Pfannberg Laas-Bloder) are reached. From there, the route continues downhill, mostly along roads, through meadows and woodland to Laas. An avenue eventually leads to a footpath, which merges into the road shortly before reaching Frohnleiten railway station.
Grazer Bergland hiking trail: Frohnleiten - Übelbach
Starting point
Frohnleiten railway station (flux GU1269)
Destination
Übelbach railway station (flux GU1813)
Directions
From the railway station, the Grazer Bergland hiking trail first leads through the town centre of Frohnleiten (438 m) to the district of Adriach, where the actual ascent begins. Forest roads climb steadily through dense woodland until a clearing marks the start of the steeper ascent to Haneggkogel (1,088 m). From the summit, there are impressive views of the Grazer Bergland and the Mur Valley.
The route then follows a varied ridge trail with gentle ascents and descents, passing the former Ebenwirt inn (flux stop GU1253 Hofamt-Gh Ebenwirt), continuing across Gmoa Alm (1,237 m) and on to the Plotscherbauer alpine hut (flux stop GU1827 Kleintal-Plotscherbauer – possible shortcut).
The final section descends continuously, mostly through woodland, with several scenic stretches along the way, before reaching the centre of Übelbach (580 m).
Grazer Bergland hiking trail: Übelbach - Deutschfeistritz
Starting point
Übelbach railway station (flux GU1813)
Destination
Peggau-Deutschfeistritz railway station (flux GU4539)
Route description
The section begins at Übelbach railway station (580 m) and initially leads gently through the village and beneath the motorway bridge, before a long, natural ascent through woodland begins. Once you reach the Taschlerkreuz and its scenic alpine meadow, the route continues eastwards along wide paths and forest roads with beautiful views. Numerous wayside crosses shape the landscape along the ridge trail and invite you to pause – including the Hiednerkreuz (flux stop GU 1162 Großstübing-Gh Hiedner), the Ederkreuz (flux stop GU1839 Übelbach-Ederkreuz), the Wartkogelkreuz, and a memorial stone with a cross above vlg. Sprinzelhofer. The route offers an appealing mix of open cultivated landscapes with sweeping views and dense, well-maintained forests. The final ascent leads up to Schartnerkogel (931 m), whose small but impressive plateau offers magnificent views. The descent follows mostly narrow forest paths down into the valley to Deutschfeistritz (404 m). From there, the route continues gently through the village, across the River Mur and finally to Peggau railway station – the destination of this section.
Great two-day Übelbach Valley circular hike
Starting point
S11 stop Deutschfeistritz
Latitude: 47.19938
Longitude: 15.33547
Destination
S11 stop Waldstein or Zitoll
Directions
From the centre of Deutschfeistritz, follow trail 535 uphill to Gasthaus Hiedner, then continue via Taschler Kreuz (Leit’n Bier Klappe) to the former Gasthaus Krautwasch, which is now closed. The route then leads across Brendlalm, where Lipizzaner horses can be seen. At Sandebenkreuz, turn right into the forest and continue to the Gleinalm mountain hut.
From there, climb steeply along the ridge to Speikkogel. Then follow trail 502 along the ridge to Lärchkogel and Eiblkogel. After Fensterkogel, also known as Hennenkogel, continue for a short distance across alpine meadows before turning right into the forest. The Festerhütte emergency shelter can be accessed with an Alpine Club key.
Continue on trail 534 via the Plotscherbauerhütte and Listen, where the former inn is closed, then follow trail 15 to Reicherhöhe and the Waldstein ruins. The final stage descends to the Waldstein stop on the S11 railway line.
As an alternative route, continue from the Plotscherbauerhütte to Gmoa Alm and on to Schenkenberg near Gasthaus Ebenwirt, then via Haneggkogel and Reising to Poldlwirt. From there, continue to the Zitoll stop on the S11 railway line, following trails 11, 532 and 533.
ONE-DAY HIKE FROM ÜBELBACH TO ZITOLL
Starting point
„Alter Markt“ (center of Übelbach)
Latitude: 47.225833
Longitude: 15.234463
Destination
Zitoll at Deutschfeistritz
Directions
Starting at the old market in Übelbach, walk up Kalvarienbergstrasse, turn off to the left and walk through the forest up towards the Listkogel mountain. The sign-posted trail no. 534 is crossed a few times by the forest road. At the top, go past the shrine and the former Hubertushof inn, bearing left after the garages, and continue westwards towards the Plotscherbauer hut. From there, continue on trail no. 11 to the Gmoa-Alm pasture and then on trail no. 532 to the Ebenwirt inn on Schenkenberg mountain. Continue on trail no. 533 over the Haneggkogel and Reising mountains to the Sieglkreuz cross and the Poidlwirt inn. The Zitoll S-Bahn (S11) stop is about 1.5 hours of walking from here.
SILBER CIRCUIT IN ÜBELBACH
Starting point
Übelbach railway station (flux GU1813)
Latitude: 47.22496
Longitude: 15.237273
Destination
Übelbach railway station (flux GU1813)
Directions
Our starting point is at the S-Bahn (S11) railway station in Übelbach. From there, the trail is marked throughout with silver-grey arrows. Go north to the old market and up the Kalvarienbergstrasse. Turn left just before the end of the road onto the hiking trail. After a short climb, turn left again, following the arrows, past the “Sängerplatzl” over the small bridge and into the Schörgleitengraben.
Going down, the trail leads you under the L385, over the bridge that crosses the Übelbach stream, and into the Sperbergraben. Go briefly uphill, turn left and pass under the motorway bridge. Follow the gravel road to the Vinzenz promenade turnoff and continue through the forest to the Niesengraben.
After crossing the municipal road, follow the trail along the slope to the motorway bridge and enjoy the magnificent view over the whole valley. Continue to the small Warthkogel housing estate. At the end of the estate turn left onto the little road, then left again and over the motorway bridge. Now the trail goes uphill a bit before you bear left and walk along the edge of the forest in the direction of Köppelgraben.
Then simply go on to the old market, where you’ll find several places to eat as well as the train station, the starting point of the tour.
FROM ÜBELBACH TO TASCHLERKREUZ
Starting point
St Michael’s Chapel in Alter Markt
Latitude: 47.226062
Longitude: 15.234432
Destination
St Michael’s Chapel in Alter Markt
Directions
From St Michael’s Church, go southwards along Hammerherrnstrasse and ascend on Silberbergstrasse. Follow trail no. 33 along the Niesenbachgraben. After the bridge, turn right onto the forest road and leave it again after about 800 m. Follow the hiking trail, which crosses several forest roads, to the Taschlerkreuz cross (1.066 m), the highest point of your hike. Before the cross, turn left into the forest towards the east, first on a path, then on a farm track to the reopened Hiedner inn (open Saturdays and Sundays from 9 o’clock). Fully refreshed, set off again behind the wayside shrine at the Hiedner inn. Follow trail no. 17, which will lead you past two farms to the paved municipal road. Branch off onto a path on the right after about 300 m (shortly before the transmitter). Go under the motorway bridge and turn after 100 m to your right. Bearing left, the path leads you over the Übelbach stream on a covered bridge and then to the left to your starting point. You’ll find many beautiful spots to picnic, should you go on this hike outside the Hiedner inn’s opening hours.
FROM ÜBELBACH TO PLOTSCHERBAUER
The shortest route up to the alpine pasture!
Trail 534: Übelbach – Listen – Plotscherbauerhütte
Starting point
Übelbach market square
Latitude: 47.226075
Longitude: 15.233769
Destination
Übelbach market square, or depending on the chosen route variant
Directions
From Übelbach’s Alter Markt, follow Kalvarienbergstraße uphill, turn left and continue through the forest to Listkogel. The marked trail 534 crosses the forest road several times. At the top, pass the wayside shrine and the former Hubertushof inn. After the garages, keep left and continue westwards to the Plotscherbauerhütte. Return along the same route or take the gravel road back to Übelbach.
Variant 1:
Continue to Fensteralm (2 hours) and via Speikkogel to Gleinalm (7 hours)
Variant 2:
Follow trail 11 to Gmoa Alm, then continue on trail 532 to Ebenwirt on Schenkenberg. From there, take trail 533 via Haneggkogel and Reising to Sieglkreuz and Poidlwirt. The Zitoll stop on the S11 railway line is approximately 1.5 hours from here.
Schartnerkogel circular hike (Deutschfeistritz)
Starting point
Car park at the Deutschfeistritz leisure centre
Latitude: 47.19898
Longitude: 15.331734
Destination
Car park at the Deutschfeistritz leisure centre
Directions
From the car park at the leisure centre (ProTennis Austria tennis hall), follow the road back for approximately 200 metres to Schießstattgasse. Turn right onto trail 535, the Grazer Umland-Weg (GUW), towards Licht-Klause. About 100 metres before the forester’s lodge, you will see a sessile oak that is more than 300 years old and protected as a natural monument. Pass Jagdhaus Schartner on the left and continue uphill along the fence to the summit cross of Schartnerkogel, where you can enjoy wonderful views over Deutschfeistritz and Peggau. Continue downhill towards Hagensattel until you reach a junction offering several route options:
a) Follow the GUWb and trail 19B downhill through Königgraben, passing Gasthof Bernthaler. Then continue north along the municipal road and the L322 back to the starting point.
b) Descend northwards via Feistergraben on trail 19.
c) The longest option descends via Hagensattel and Gamskogel. At Hagensattel, trail 19a passes the Bärenhöhle cave near Gamskogel, where you will find the second summit cross of the tour. After signing the summit register, continue downhill towards Stübing via Königgraben and Gasthof Bernthaler. Once you reach the valley, follow the municipal road and the L322 northwards for approximately 1.5 km back to the starting point. From here, you can also use the GUSTmobil service to return to the town centre.
THE BADL GORGE – ADVENTURE HIKE
Starting point
Public car park in Badl-Peggau
Latitude: 47.228337
Longitude: 15.341815
Destination
Either follow the main road south towards the centre of Peggau or return to the starting point.
Directions
From the starting point at the public car park and GUSTmobil stop 1213, head south for a few metres before turning left uphill. Follow trail 750 along the stream bed. From a large rock, continue uphill for around 10 minutes until a disused forest track joins from the right (trail 13). Follow this track, keeping right, back towards Peggau. Forces of nature have created a striking natural junction here. Continue along the visible path to the forest road above Badlgraben and follow it downhill into the valley.
After the hunting stand near the former Binderanderl property, an abandoned track marked by deep ruts and bordered by stone walls leads downhill to Mautbühel. Shortly after Mautbühel, the route reaches the main road, which you follow north back to the starting point.
PEGGAU FAIRY-TALE HIKING TRAIL
Starting point
Lurgrotte Peggau
Latitude: 47.21552
Longitude: 15.34359
Destination
Lurgrotte Peggau
Directions
A guided tour of Austria’s largest active water cave is highly recommended before setting off. During the approximately 2 km exploration through the cave, you will see numerous stalactites and stalagmites, an impressive cave bear, an elder bush that grows slowly even without daylight, and many, many bats.
At the playground near the stream, begin by reading the first three chapters of the fairy tale.
Then, ideally by bicycle, make your way to the Peggau hiking trail. Follow Brucker Straße past the railway station and the municipal office in Peggau to the roundabout. Turn left onto Karl-Thomann-Straße, then turn left again at the junction with Hinterbergstraße and continue to the intersection with Alte Landstraße. At the edge of the forest, you will see the trail markings, which you then follow.
The secrets of life and nature are waiting to be discovered, which is why there are no information boards along the route. Chapter by chapter and place by place, you explore the fairy-tale trail. The locations can be found with the help of the illustrations in the accompanying booklet.
The fairy tale ends at Marienbründl. From there, follow the local roads back to the starting point. Restaurants and cafés in the town centre offer the perfect place to stop for refreshments – after all, a fairy-tale adventure is sure to work up an appetite!
GAMSKOGEL CIRCULAR HIKE (Deutschfeistritz)
Starting point
S1, Stübing railway station
Latitude: 47.177674
Longitude: 15.322292
Destination
S1, railway station Stübing
Directions
From Kleinstübing railway station, follow the L322 towards Deutschfeistritz. Take trail 19 towards Königgraben and Gasthof Bernthaler. At the junction with the municipal road into Königgraben, turn left and continue uphill through the forest to Gamskogel. Then continue to Hagensattel and return via trail 19B.
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