Bike Riding Etappe 03 Murradweg Murau - Judenburg - Touren-Impression #1 | © (c) Steiermark Tourismus/Leo Himsl Bike Riding Etappe 03 Murradweg Murau - Judenburg - Touren-Impression #1 | © (c) Steiermark Tourismus/Leo Himsl

Etappe 03 Murradweg Murau - Judenburg

Well rested and ready for new adventures, we continue the third stage of the Mur Cycle Path by bike, heading from Murau through Scheifling and on to Judenburg.

There, a true highlight awaits: the highest planetarium in the world, which is also ranked among the 10 most modern planetariums in Europe – a fascinating stop for curious minds and stargazers alike.

As we cycle through the narrow Mur Valley at the foot of the Niedere Tauern mountains, we are accompanied by the historic Murtalbahn – a narrow-gauge railway still in operation today. Near Frauenburg, the legendary castle ruins of the same name greet us from above, while in Sauerbrunn/Thalheim, we pass Styria’s oldest mineral water spring. There’s plenty to discover in Judenburg as well: most notably, Austria’s tallest city tower, which also houses one of Europe’s most modern planetariums. And for those young at heart, a visit to the Fairy Tale Park in St. Georgen ob Judenburg offers a whimsical break along the way

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The tour in numbers

medium
Level of difficulty
50,5 km
Route
5:00 h
Time
286 hm
Uphill
400 hm
Downhill
815 m
Highest point

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Detaillierte Informationen zur Anreise finden Sie hier.

We leave the historic town of Murau, with its castle and the Brewery of the Senses, via the station quarter – home to the terminal of the nostalgic steam train, which still runs through the Mur Valley. The Mur Cycle Path curves to the left here, joins the main road briefly, and continues on a dedicated bike path.

Before reaching Triebendorf, the route veers away from the road again and crosses the Mur River near the Triebendorf stop. From here, it’s a relaxed ride through Frojach to Teufenbach, where we reach the “Raddörfl” – a popular meeting spot for Mur cyclists. Just above Teufenbach are two notable castles: the Steinschloss ruins, the highest-altitude castle ruins in Styria, and Castle Alt-Teufenbach.

In the village, turn left at the first main road near Gasthof Nemeth, then right after the town hall and the Raiffeisenbank, passing the church to continue on toward Scheifling. The path leads through a scenic forest on a well-maintained gravel track. After just a few kilometers, the church tower of Scheifling comes into view.

This town was once a key crossroads of ancient trade routes, which is still reflected in its historic layout. At the intersection just past the church, we turn left, pass under the main road, and cross the Mur pedestrian bridge to the left bank. After also crossing the Murtalbahn railway, we arrive in Lind bei Scheifling, where the Freisambad natural swimming pond offers a welcome refreshment. From here, we continue along the tracks of the Murtalbahn toward Unzmarkt-Frauenburg – the starting (or ending) point of this historic railway.

We ride on to St. Georgen ob Judenburg, where those young at heart can take a detour to visit the Fairy Tale Forest – a refreshing experience for all ages. At this point, we turn right and follow a pleasant, easy route nestled between the river and the railway.

Soon, we reach Thalheim, and continue along the left bank of the Mur toward Judenburg, the final stop of today’s stage. After passing under the motorway bridge, the stress of daily life feels far behind us.

Just before entering the town, a short uphill section awaits – but it’s worth the effort. The old town of Judenburg is remarkably well preserved and full of charm. Its landmark is the nearly 76-meter-tall city tower, offering panoramic views over the Aichfeld region. Construction began in the 15th century, and the tower originally served as a fire watchtower. Its current form dates back to 1840, following a major fire. Today, at 50 meters up, the tower houses one of Europe’s most modern planetariums.

In the heart of the old town, the Puch Museum invites visitors to explore key milestones of Austrian vehicle history. Legendary bicycles, motorcycles, and cars bring the world-famous Puch brand to life – a name that played a central role in Austria’s motorization.

→ To Stage 4 of the Mur Cycle Path

→ Overview of the complete Mur Cycle Pat

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

The small historic town of Murau is easily accessible by ÖBB and, from Unzmarkt, by the Murtalbahn railway. The Mur Cycle Path runs on the opposite side of the Mur in Murau. When you leave the station, simply keep to the right, cycle over the Mur bridge and you will be right on the Mur Cycle Path.

The historic Murtalbahn railway is a special attraction on the Tamsweg-Unzmarkt section: more information on timetables and taking your bike on regular services, as well as free transport of your bike on steam trains, can be found here.

With the Verbundlinie's BusBahnBim app, timetable information has never been easier: all bus, train and tram connections in Austria can be queried 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 in front of the tourist office (Bundesstraße – next to the indoor swimming pool), at the train station, at the construction yard opposite the park, and at the vocational school in Murau.

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

Further information:

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

Murau (811m)

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13°C
95%
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Noon
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21°C
70%
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Night
sunny
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Rainfall will decrease in the morning and end in the afternoon.
Morning
slightly cloudy
11°C
35%
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Noon
cloudy
18°C
65%
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Night
slightly cloudy
14°C
45%
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Variable cloudiness with frequent sunny spells. Scattered showers will be possible around noon.
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sunny
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10°C 25°C
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