

Around the Zirbitzkogel - Tour
On this winding and panoramic tour, you circle the Zirbitzkogel with a detour to Murau.
The rather quiet roads around the Zirbitzkogel offer us a very scenic tour, which leads us stress-free through hidden corners of Styria and Carinthia.
Numerous cultural highlights along the way and stops for refreshments also make this tour an enjoyable way out.
Characteristics
Best season
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
The tour in numbers
medium
Level of difficulty
188,5 km
Route
2:42 h
Time
2523 hm
Uphill
2532 hm
Downhill
1646 m
Highest point
Map & downloads
More information
The Murtal is easily accessible by motorbike as it is well connected by several main roads and motorways. If you are travelling by car, you can use the A9, A2 and A10 motorways to get to the Murtal. However, please note that there may be peak times depending on the traffic situation.
Tarmac roads with lots of bends, including a few local crossings.
Visit to the Brewery of the Senses in Murau - the cradle of Murau beer, which is still privately owned. The old town of Murau is definitely worth a break. The monastery St. Lambrecht with its monastery garden invites you to take a break and take a stroll, as well as the Heinrich Harrer Museum in Hüttenberg. Further it goes about the Klippitzthörl where a summer toboggan run for short fun expects you.
By train: The Mur Valley has several railway stations that are served by various train connections. You can take the train to Knittelfeld, Zeltweg or Judenburg, for example. From there, you can continue your journey by public transport or taxi to reach your destination in the Murtal.
By bus: There are also bus connections that link the Murtal with neighbouring towns and regions. These buses offer another option for travelling to the Murtal, especially if you are coming from a closer city or region.
By plane: If you are travelling from further afield, you can also fly into a nearby airport and continue your journey to the Murtal from there. The nearest airports are Graz Airport and Klagenfurt Airport, from where you can continue your journey by car, train or bus.
Murtal Adventure Region https://www.murtal.at/steiermark/ The motorcycle or classic car map of the Murtal region, available at the locations or at many businesses in the Murtal or online at www.murtal.at/prospekte The motorcycle or classic car map of the Murtal region, available at the locations or at many businesses in the Murtal or online at www.murtal.at/prospekte