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Rosegger Almrunde (Rosegger Alpine Loop)

A circular trail following the footsteps of Peter Rosegger, specially designed for families (partially stroller-friendly) and leisurely hikers. Along the way, we visit Rosegger memorial sites, encounter horses, sheep, and cows, and enjoy the most beautiful natural spots and viewpoints in the Waldheimat region.

This hike in the Waldheimat leads to the Rosegger memorial sites at Alpl, including the forest school and birthplace of Peter Rosegger, offering visitors a chance to experience the natural beauty of the area.

Characteristics

Skill
Fitness

Best season

January
February
November
December

The tour in numbers

easy
Level of difficulty
8,3 km
Route
3:00 h
Time
354 hm
Uphill
354 hm
Downhill
1174 m
Highest point

Map & downloads

More information

S6 Semmering Expressway – Exit Krieglach Ost, then continue via L72 to Alpl.

We begin our hike at the Waldschule, located close to the path leading to Peter Rosegger's birthplace. From there, we walk along the forest path to the birthplace, where we join Route 3. The trail then takes us past the Kluppenegger Alm and alpine meadows to the Schmiedhofer Hirschgatter.

We continue across the bridge to the Lendkreuz, situated by the stream. Our journey continues on Route 3, passing the Ziesler Alm and heading towards Ziesler Anger. We then follow a forest and municipal road to the Almhalt above the Zottler farm (vlg. Rossegger), where we soon reach the Heidenbauerkreuz.

Turning left, we pass by Gasthof Schlagobersbauer (where you can also stop for a break) and turn left at the Großheidenbauer (Filzmoser farm), joining Route 3 once again, which leads directly back to Rosegger's Waldschule. From here, it’s only a short walk back to the starting point of our hike – the Waldschule.

Don't miss the visit to Peter Rosegger's birthplace and the Waldschule! Tip: In Krieglach, you'll find the Rosegger Museum – a must-see for anyone interested in Rosegger!

Snack station at Peter Rosegger's birthplace – open daily from 10 AM during the season, closed on mondays.

Take the train to Krieglach and then a taxi to Alpl.

Contact details for Krieglach taxi services:

  • Taxi Allmer, Tel: +43 3855 2213
  • Sigi's Taxi, Tel: +43 3855 2481

For timetable information, visit:

 

Parking at Waldschule and Parking at Gasthof Schlagobersbauer.

Tourist Office Hochsteiermark

 

Contact details for Krieglach taxi services:

  • Taxi Allmer, Tel: +43 3855 2213
  • Sigi's Taxi, Tel: +43 3855 2481

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What the weather will be like

Krieglach (608m)

Morning
cloudy
14°C
80%
5 km/h
Noon
slightly cloudy
20°C
30%
10 km/h
Night
very sunny
19°C
30%
5 km/h
Showers will die away soon to leave a bright day with plenty of sunshine.
Morning
very sunny
16°C
0%
0 km/h
Noon
very sunny
25°C
5%
5 km/h
Night
sunny
23°C
10%
5 km/h
Dry and bright with plenty of sunshine, clouds will be rare.
20.07.2025
sunny
15°C 29°C
21.07.2025
cloudy
16°C 28°C
22.07.2025
sunny
15°C 25°C
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