- Brief description
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A wooded hike from the Gaal sports center parking lot to the Gaal ridge.
- Difficulty
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medium
- Rating
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- Starting point
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Parking lot sports center Gaal
- Route
- Best season
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JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
- Description
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This moderately difficult hike leads mainly through forests.
- Directions
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The trail leads along well-signposted forest paths from the Gaal sports center via an asphalt road to the Schintelbacherhof, from where it continues through the forest. To the finish, the Gaaler Höhe. You can also follow the markings 08, long-distance hiking trail. Return the same way.
- Highest point
- 1,515 m
- Endpoint
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Parking lot sports center Gaal
- Height profile
- Equipment
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Good hiking boots protect and relieve the foot and improve sure-footedness! When making your choice, look for a perfect fit, non-slip tread sole, waterproofness and low weight.
Adapt your equipment to your hike and make sure your rucksack is light. Nevertheless, rain, cold and sun protection should always be in your backpack, as well as a first aid kit and cell phone (Euro emergency number 112). A map or GPS will help you find your way.
- Safety instructions
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Avoid time pressure and choose a pace that ensures no one in the group gets out of breath.
Falls as a result of slipping or stumbling are the most common cause of accidents! Be aware that too fast a pace or tiredness can severely impair your surefootedness and concentration.
- Tips
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There are opportunities to relax at the starting point - whether at the Gaal bathing pond or the Gaal fishing pond.
- Additional information
- Directions
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Knittelfeld West - Gaal - Gaal sports center
- Public transportation
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The tour is accessible by public transport, Knittelfeld train station by bus to Gaal. However, you can spend a few lovely days here and take advantage of one of the numerous hiking opportunities.
- Parking
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Free parking - Gaal sports center
- Author
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The tour Gaaler Höhe starting from Gaal is used by outdooractive.com provided.
General info
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Erlebnisregion Murtal
1782
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Steirisches Zirbenland
711
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Gaal
244