Mountaincarts at Präbichl | © Alpfox | Tom Lamm Mountaincarts at Präbichl | © Alpfox | Tom Lamm
A day full of experiences

Day trips to ERZBERG LEOBEN

By car, bus or train: There are numerous ways to get to the holiday region. Equally diverse are the excursion destinations that make a stay in ERZBERG LEOBEN exciting and varied at the same time.

Excursion destinations for families

There is plenty to discover for families with children in ERZBERG LEOBEN. A visit to the Wild Mountain in Mautern will make your fluffy dreams come true. Take the chairlift across the enclosures up to the 300 alpine animals and the adventure playground, before heading back downhill at the end of the day on either the summer sledge run or the high-speed mountain karts. Things also get animalistic on an alpaca hike or on a cuddling session with the Iron Road Siberian huskies

In summer, you can experience pure adventure in the Alpfox Adventure Park on Präbichl. A climbing park, e-trial course and mountain carts await explorers of all ages. In winter, experts can ski down the 20 kilometers of perfectly groomed slopes and beginners can book their own personal ski instructor.

Pure swimming fun awaits the whole family at Lake Zenz, Lake Wald am Schoberpass or in the Aubad at Asia Hotel & Spa Leoben with slides and numerous jumping opportunities. Speaking of jumping: If the weather is not so nice, the bouldering hall in Leoben is the perfect alternative to the outdoor program.

Day trips for adventurers

Challenging via ferratas and cycling routes in summer, diverse slopes for skiing and snowboarding in winter: In the Eisenerz mountains, sports enthusiasts will find numerous opportunities for challenging activities in nature.

A mountain that offers adventures aside from the well-known mountain sports is Erzberg. The best way for excursionists to discover the "Styrian pyramid" is on a Hauly ride. Live blastings and a show mine complement the multifaceted offers at the ore mining mountain.

Good to know: The Erzbergrodeo and the Krone Adventure Days are among the region’s annual event highlights. Many adventure seekers take them as an opportunity to visit Erzberg.

A refreshing experience is waiting for visitors in Göss, home of the world-famous Gösser beer. In addition to restaurants serving the malt beverage, the district in Leoben is also where the famous brewery, the "Gösseum" museum is located, as well as Göss Abbey.

Excursion destinations for couples

Asia Hotel & Spa Leoben is a popular destination for couples who want to treat themselves to a relaxing wellness getaway. The spa is located near Graz and impresses visitors with its unique architecture. In a peaceful atmosphere, spa guests can relax in the sauna or by taking advantage of the spa’s massage offers and cosmetic treatments.

Advent in ERZBERG LEOBEN boasts a very special flair – thanks to the region’s multifaceted mining customs. In the run-up to Christmas, traditions such as the Ledersprung, special miners' dances as well as songs are an integral part of select festivities. The Advent markets in Eisenerz and Leoben invite you to take a leisurely stroll, shop for gifts, and savour scrumptious culinary delights.

By the way: Those interested in culture and the arts will appreciate the numerous museums in the region.

© Abenteuer Erzberg | A. Zöbel

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More day trips in the area

The ERZBERG LEOBEN region is the perfect starting point for other exciting experiences:

  • Spielberg is only half an hour away from Leoben by car. The town is popular among motorsports enthusiasts because of events such as Formula 1 and Moto GP races. If you want to hit the race track yourself, you can book your personal driving experience at the Red Bull Ring.
  • The Rachau treetop hiking trail, considered the highest in Europe, is a 30-minute drive away. On observation towers and on a free-floating viewing platform, you can enjoy magnificent scenic vistas.
  • Gourmets should visit Graz. Starting from Leoben, the Styrian “Capital of Culinary Delights” can be reached by bus or train in just one hour. Visitors will be greeted by a mixture of small historic alleys and squares, futuristic architecture, and other amazing sights and attractions such as Schlossberg.
  • Nature lovers will enjoy Gesäuse National Park, which is about an hour's drive away. It boasts rugged mountains, wild forests, and gushing waters. Adventure tip: Accompanied by a national park ranger, you can experience Gesäuse National Park with all your senses.

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