Around the Eppenstein Ruin

Logo Around the Eppenstein Ruin
Logo Around the Eppenstein Ruin
Tour data
10.75km
683 - 870m
Distance
209hm
216hm
Ascent
03:00h
 
Duration
Brief description

Take your camera with you and photograph the most beautiful view from the ruins over the Murtal region, which lies at your feet.

Difficulty
easy
Rating
Technique
Fitness
Landscape
Experience
Starting point

Main square, Weißkirchen

Route
Eppenstein
1.9 km
Vordersieding
2.5 km
Weißkirchen in Steiermark
6.7 km
Pfarrkirche hl. Veit
6.8 km
Eppenstein
10.0 km


Best season
Jan
Feb
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Description
From the Eppenstein parking lot, the ascent to the ruins is either via the signposted path via Falmoar or directly by the shorter, also signposted path through the forest. The castle ruins of Eppenstein are still in a very attractive condition thanks to the commitment and time spent by the castle association for maintenance. From the ruins there is an incomparable view over the Mur valley.

Via Vordersieding and Mühldorf the route passes the Sattler recreational facility to Weißkirchen.

From the center of Weißkirchen the way back leads to Eberdorf. The whole way you enjoy a great view of the castle ruins until you reach the Eppenstein.

Directions
Follow the classic circular hiking trail 324, red/white/red markings, as far as the Eppenstein ruin.

From the Eppenstein ruin follow the signposts in the direction of Weißkirchen.

Highest point
870 m
Endpoint

Main square, Weißkirchen

Height profile

Equipment

Dress appropriately for a hike:

Wear weather-appropriate, durable clothing. In any case, the clothing should protect you from possible rain and cold or sun and heat.
Even low mountain ranges often hold meteorological surprises. It is not uncommon, even in June, for a cold snap to occur at higher altitudes.
Sandals, bathing slippers, even sneakers are not the appropriate footwear for a hike.
Use hiking boots with ankle protection. Make sure they have a good tread and grip. After rain showers, it can be very slippery in the forest, even in summer, on roots, leaves and stones

Safety instructions
In order to really enjoy a hike in the Murtal and relax, please note the following points: Plan your stages according to your condition and ability. Take your time. Organize your energy very well, take enough breaks. There are very long sections. Not everywhere there are possibilities to stop for refreshments. For a long-distance hiker it goes without saying that he should have enough drinks (and snacks) with him. Adapt your behavior to the respective conditions, both meteorological and ground conditions. Study the weather forecast daily.

Pay attention to yourself and other hikers.

Tips

To fortify yourself during the tour, it is worth making a detour to the Korer cider tavern. From the ruin you are there in ~30 min. on well-marked paths. 


Directions
Coming from Vienna: S36 Murtal expressway - exit Zeltweg West - traffic circle direction Obdach B78 - at the traffic circle at Weißkirchen - follow exit Weißkirchen.

Coming from Klagenfurt: A2 Südautobahn - exit Bad St. Leonhard - follow B78 Obdacher Bundesstraße - at the traffic circle at Weißkirchen - exit Weißkirchen

From direction Gaberl: B77 Gaberl federal road - in the village Weißkirchen

Public transportation

This tour is NOT considered "accessible by train and bus" because there is no regular connection.


Author
The tour Around the Eppenstein Ruin is used by outdooractive.com provided.

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Insider tip
A lot of view

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