- Brief description
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A tour for endurance hikers via the Esebeckhütte (mountain hut, not serviced) on the Kreischberg. Taking the Mur Valley Railway (Murtalbahn) is useful on the return journey from St. Lorenzen to Stadl.
- Difficulty
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difficult
- Rating
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- Starting point
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Inn Murtalerhof
- Route
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Stadl an der MurSteindorf0.1 kmEsebeckhütte (1,747 m)5.3 kmKreischberg Wirt8.7 kmBerg 78.9 kmKonradgut13.9 kmSt. Lorenzen ob Murau16.9 kmSankt Lorenzen ob Murau16.9 kmPension Da Capo17.1 km
- Best season
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JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
- Description
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This hike runs from Stadl an der Mur, situated directly on the famous Murradweg (cycle path), towards Kreischberg, the well-known world championship mountain and ski resort. From your starting point in the district of Steindorf, you will soon pass a historical wooden mill, the Reitermühle, situated by the Lunzenbach. The Reitermühle is fully functional: water from the stream runs via a wooden supply pipe (“Uaschen”) onto the “Kümpfe ” of the mill wheel from a drop of one and a half metres. Demonstrations by arrangement in July and August provide an insight into this slice of regional farming tradition. The route continues up towards Kreischberg, a well-known ski resort and mecca for the region's freestylers. From the top of the Kreischberg, the route begins to descend, sometimes comfortably, sometimes more steeply, until reaching some mountain huts, which are serviced during the summer. From here, we continue down to St. Lorenzen am Kreischberg. On certain days from June to August, you can take the gondola lift for a more comfortable descent.
- Directions
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In Stadl an der Mur (Gasthof Murtalerhof) you go towards Reitermühle (information board). Hiking trail no. 11 begins from the mill to Gut Koch, then follow the red-white-red markings (hiking trail no. 130) to the Esebeckhütte. From the Esebeckhütte you follow path no. 131. You walk past Platschlbrunn to Ameisboden and on to the Kreischberg summit. From the summit follow path no. 130 to St. Lorenzen.
We recommend using public transport to return.
- Highest point
- 2,002 m
- Endpoint
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St. Lorenzen ob Murau
- Height profile
- Equipment
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Sturdy footwear with high-grip soles, protection against the rain, the cold and the sun, enough drink, hiking maps, emergency equipment (dressings, blister pads, etc.)
Packing your rucksack properly makes things much easier: pack heavy items first. Your water bottle should always be stored within reach in a side pocket. Items used often, such as sun glasses, camera, maps, etc., go on top. - Safety instructions
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Plan your tours carefully & stay flexible.
Check current weather information.
Cancel your trip in the event of poor weather.
If there is an accident, remain calm. Emergency mountain rescue number: 140
Take your rubbish with you.
Act calmly when encountering animals on the mountain pastures (alps).
Always keep dogs on a lead. - Tips
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Take the Murtalbahn railway from St. Lorenzen am Kreischberg back to Stadl.
- Additional information
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The ideal time for this tour is from May to October.
- Directions
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Coming from Judenburg via Unzmarkt to Scheifling. Keep right here and continue straight on via Teufenbach, Frojach, Murau and St. Georgen ob Murau to Stadl an der Mur.
Coming from Tamsweg, follow the road via Ramingstein and Predlitz straight on to Stadl an der Mur.
- Public transportation
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With the BusBahmBim app from the composite line, timetable information is easier than ever before: all bus, train and tram connections in Austria can be queried by entering locations and/or addresses, stops or important points. The app is available as a free app for smartphones (Android, iOS) - on Google Play and in the App Store.
- Parking
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Public parking spaces are available in the town center of Stadl an der Mur.
- Author
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The tour Stadl - Esebeckhütte - Kreischberg - St. Lorenzen is used by outdooractive.com provided.
General info
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TourismusRegion Murau
1747
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Turracher Höhe
795
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Murau - Kreischberg
118