Bike Riding Etappe 02 Murradweg St. Michael im Lungau - Murau - Touren-Impression #1 | © (c) Steiermark Tourismus/Gerhard Eisenschink Bike Riding Etappe 02 Murradweg St. Michael im Lungau - Murau - Touren-Impression #1 | © (c) Steiermark Tourismus/Gerhard Eisenschink

Etappe 02 Murradweg St. Michael im Lungau - Murau

The second stage of the Mur Cycle Path takes us from St. Michael im Lungau into the province of Styria, with the town of Murau as our destination. Along the way, several attractions invite you to take a break: the Wood Museum in St. Ruprecht ob Murau, the idyllic village of St. Georgen am Kreischberg, or the Brewery of the Senses in Murau – perfect for a cultural stop or a refreshing taste of the region.

Wood, in all its diversity, defines this section of the Mur Cycle Path around Murau. A perfect place to explore this theme is the Wood Museum in St. Ruprecht ob Murau, located just across the river from the cycle path and easily accessible via a bridge. Our stage destination is the peaceful town of Murau – a medieval brewing town with a fascinating Brewery Museum, the impressive Murau Castle, and a beautifully preserved historic old town.

A worthwhile detour on this stage leads to Moosham Castle, located in the municipality of Unternberg. First mentioned in 1191, the castle is still privately owned today. In addition to its remarkable architecture and valuable art treasures, the owner proudly showcases a collection of original torture devices – including some from the time of the witch trials.

Characteristics

Skill
Fitness

Best season

January
February
March
November
December

The tour in numbers

medium
Level of difficulty
53,4 km
Route
4:30 h
Time
110 hm
Uphill
371 hm
Downhill
1047 m
Highest point

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More information

Detaillierte Informationen zur Anreise finden Sie hier.

Our tour along the Mur Cycle Path begins in the Hohe Tauern National Park, heading east. Passing the golf course, the route leads us through St. Margarethen and on to Unternberg. A general tip for the entire journey: there’s so much to discover along – and just off – the path. It’s well worth taking the time to stop and explore the cultural and natural treasures Austria has to offer. Moosham Castle, for example, is just a short detour from the trail and makes for a fascinating cultural pause. Afterwards, we rejoin the Mur Cycle Path and continue toward Tamsweg, where we’re greeted just beforehand by the small pilgrimage church St. Leonhard. In the late Middle Ages, it was one of the most visited pilgrimage sites in Austria, second only to Mariazell.

From here, the route follows the former Murtalbahn railway line into the center of Tamsweg – a perfect opportunity to refill supplies before continuing.

We then ride a few easy, relaxed kilometers to Ramingstein, where Finstergrün Castle towers above the village. The route continues via Predlitz – where we officially enter Styria – and then to Stadl an der Mur. A new underpass and a wooden arch bridge across the Mur welcome cyclists here.

Looking to cool off? The Stadl bathing lake is perfect for a refreshing break. From there, we cycle on to St. Ruprecht ob Murau, where a sign points us toward the Wood Museum – a highlight of the local Murau Wood World. With more than 90 interactive stations, it’s clear that being “on the wood path” doesn’t always mean going the wrong way! Here, you’ll experience nearly every aspect of this natural raw material.

The Mur Cycle Path continues toward St. Lorenzen ob Murau, accompanied by the scenic narrow-gauge railway. We approach Kreischberg, one of Austria’s most popular winter sports areas – but also worth a visit in summer. You can check the operating times of the cable car [here].

The final stretch of this stage brings us into the center of Murau, where we’re greeted by the Brewery of the Senses. In addition to its famous Murauer beer, the town of Murau offers a rich cultural program in the summer months. Culture and culinary delights – a perfect mix for cyclists.

Still feeling energetic? A rewarding detour leads to St. Lambrecht Abbey in the Zirbitzkogel-Grebenzen Nature Park. Be warned, though – this route involves some serious climbing. But those who make the effort are well rewarded at the top.

To Stage 3 of the Mur Cycle Path.

Overview of the complete Mur Cycle Path.

ÖBB www.oebb.at or Verbundlinie Steiermark www.busbahnbim.at

Take the Murtalbahn railway to Tamsweg and then continue on bus line 710 to St. Michael im Lungau. The historic Murtalbahn railway is a special attraction on the Tamsweg-Unzmarkt section: You can find more information about the timetable and taking your bike on regular services, as well as free transport of your bike on steam trains, here.

With the Verbundlinie's BusBahnBim app, timetable information has never been easier to access: all bus, train and tram connections in Austria can be searched for by entering locations and/or addresses, stops or important points. The app is available as a free app for smartphones (Android, iOS) – on Google Play and in the App Store.

Free parking spaces are available for all Murradler cyclists in St. Michael im Lungau.

If you want to put your trust in a tour operator, simply book with Steiermark Touristik, the official travel agency of Steiermark Tourism:Tel. +43 316 4003450, www.steiermark-touristik.com

Weitere Informationen:

Steiermark Tourism, Tel. +43 316 4003, www.murradweg.com

TV Salzburger Lungau, Tel. +43 6477 8988, www.lungau.at

Pocket Card "Radwege in der Steiermark" Tel. +43 316 4003 www.steiermark.com

Folder "Murradweg - Vom Steirerkas zu Wein und Kernöl" Steiermark Tourismus Tel. +43 316 4003 www.steiermark.com

Mur-Radweg 1:50.000, ISBN 978-3-85000-037-6 Verlag Esterbauer - bikeline Tel. +43 2983 28982 www.esterbauer.com

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What the weather will be like

Stadl-Predlitz (882m)

Morning
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12°C
95%
5 km/h
Noon
cloudy
19°C
60%
25 km/h
Night
sunny
16°C
10%
10 km/h
Rainfall will decrease in the morning and end in the afternoon.
Morning
sunny
11°C
25%
5 km/h
Noon
cloudy
17°C
55%
15 km/h
Night
slightly cloudy
13°C
40%
10 km/h
Variable cloudiness with frequent sunny spells. Scattered showers will be possible around noon.
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slightly cloudy
8°C 19°C
25.08.2025
sunny
7°C 22°C
26.08.2025
very sunny
9°C 24°C
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