The Murau region delights summer holidaymakers of all ages with a diverse range of activities. The “classics” such as hiking, cycling and mountain biking are complemented by sports such as golf, fishing, or motorcycling. If you prefer something a bit more action-packed, you could give rafting, paragliding or 3D archery a try.
It’s not just hikers and cyclists who get their money's worth in the Murau region. If you want to go fishing at the green Mur, then the Bodendorf and St. Georgen reservoirs are the places to go. On a 2.5-kilometre stretch of river, you’ll have a good chance that brown and rainbow trout will bite. Fishing maps are available at the Kreischberg information office.
An alternative: The Rottenmanner Teich is about three hectares in size and lies about seven kilometres from Murau. Fishing permits are available directly at the pond.
General regulations for fishing in the Murau region:
The formula for a relaxing golf holiday? One or more picturesquely situated golf courses and a hotel or guesthouse that suits your needs and wishes. That's exactly what the Murau region has in store for you.
Whether it's at Murau-Kreischberg Golf Club or at the Mariahof golf course: Every time you tee off, you’ll enjoy a unique natural backdrop and magnificent views. If that’s enough, there are also several golf courses in the Murtal valley and the neighbouring Lungau region.
Riding boots on, helmet on - and up on the horse: for many active nature lovers, a holiday in the company of snorting four-legged friends is the greatest happiness. For you too?
Depending on which of our riding stables you check into, a varied holiday programme awaits you. From taster riding lessons with certified instructors to guided horseback hikes and relaxed rides: from the Sölkpass to the Zirbitzkogel Grebenzen Nature Park, exploring the idyllic Murau region on horseback will definitely be a memorable experience. In many places there are also stabling facilities for your own horse.
Discover the natural landscape on horseback or on a leisurely carriage ride. The riding stables all have a riding arena, riding opportunities, courses for beginners and professionals, pony rides and much more!
Since the mid-1980s, rafting has become an increasingly popular leisure activity in Central Europe. Rafters travel down a river in an inflatable boat, and there is room for two to twelve people in the rafts. Thanks to the now highly developed safety measures, rafting is a refreshing, action-packed and safe experience.
If you have never tried rafting before, you should definitely give the sport a try while on holiday in the Murau region. Supervisors and state-certified rafting guides are on hand to assist you in safely enjoying this water sport.
Good to know: All equipment can be rented at Murtalerhof in Stadl an der Mur. All you need to bring is swimwear and a towel. From June to September, exciting tours take place daily from 9:30 to 13:30.
Thanks to the flight schools Aufwind and Petair, you can fly high in the Murau region. Tandem paragliding gives you the rare opportunity to see the world from a bird's eye view – without any engine or distracting noises.
The beauty of it: Anyone can fly! With an experienced pilot by your side, you don't need any training or special skills – just a bit of courage.
Exhale, draw the bow and focus one last time before releasing the arrow: Archery is a fascinating sport. In the Murau region, there are three 3D archery parks where excursionists can familiarise themselves with the leisure activity or perfect their skills. At the course, you’ll encounter lifelike 3D animals.
At romantic Schattensee lake – an enchanting moorland lake situated at 1,317 metres above sea level – visitors can put their aiming skills to the test during the traditional water shoot. The activity is possible from June to October and in groups of 25 or more.