Hochwechsel – Toter Mann Chapel loop from Kreuzwirt

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Hochwechsel – Toter Mann Chapel loop from Kreuzwirt

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Hochwechsel – Toter Mann Chapel loop from Kreuzwirt

06:22

70.7km

2,120m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 30, 2026

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Teile des Steirischen Jogl- und Wechsellandes

Lafnitztal - Neudauer Teiche

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9.90 km

Voralpenhof Hotel

Highlight • Restaurant

At the Vorauerhof, you can indulge not only in typical Styrian and Austrian specialties, but also in international delicacies and new creations.

Daily menus, homemade cakes and desserts, and a wide selection of ice cream from Easter until the end of September complete the culinary offerings.

The restaurant seats approximately 40 people. The light-filled conservatory, with space for 50 people, is particularly popular and perfect for small celebrations. During the summer months, guests can enjoy a centrally located beer garden.

For larger celebrations or groups, such as weddings, christenings, birthdays, or company parties, the banquet hall (for approximately 110 people) provides the perfect setting.

Following the philosophy "The future has tradition," the restaurant is constantly evolving while remaining true to its ancestors' original traditions and placing great emphasis on a personal touch.

Whether you're looking for a cozy meal, planning a large celebration, or simply want to unwind – let yourself be pampered!

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31.9 km

Hochweid Trail – The WU

Highlight • MTB Park

Absolutely recommendable and worth seeing! Magnificent views as far as Vienna are possible. The WU Trail is fantastic and cycling up it definitely pays off. I would assume good basic knowledge and the necessary equipment. Helmet 🪖 I count as minimum protection. Light protectors would also be recommended.

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32.1 km

Hochwechsel

Highlight • Summit

At 1,743 meters, you can enjoy a wonderful view of the Wechsel area. Many hiking tours start from up here and there are other seasonally managed huts besides the Wetterkogelhaus directly at the summit. In the Wetterkogelhaus, you can not only strengthen yourself, but also stay in shared rooms and in the mattress camp. For e-bikes in the guest room five sockets are available for loading.

Contact / Info: facebook.com/wetterkoglerhaus

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36.9 km

Rabl-Kreuz-Hütte

Highlight • Mountain Hut

On the way to the Hochwechsel is located at 1,351 meters above sea level Rabl-Kreuz-Hütte, which is ideal for a small or large break. Because here you can not only eat and drink (on the large sun terrace), but also sleep in the bed camp.

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50.4 km

Arzberghütte

Alpine Hut

62.7 km

Weather crosses

Highlight • Monument

According to legend, a peasant had the crosses erected out of gratitude; somewhere else there was something of a war memorial, however, they are definitely beautiful to look at

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66.3 km

Toter Mann Chapel

Highlight • Religious Site

Small chapel on the old Roman road.
The origin of Tota is the Celtic word Teuto (people/tribe).
Man is derived from the Celtic word Magos (the field).
Tota-Magos means people's field.
Here the free men from the area met, justice was administered, tribal decisions were made, but also celebrations and sacrifices to the gods.

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