Steinplan-Runde von Kleinlobming

“The varied one": A wonderful summit hike to one of the region's local mountains, the Steinplan at 1670 m above sea level. A tour for ambitious hikers who love the views and green nature.

Highlight: Steinplan shelter, summit

The varied route leads through dense forests and across flowering alpine meadows, past clear streams and accompanied by fantastic views of the surrounding mountain landscape. The summit of the Steinplan at 1,670 meters above sea level rewards you with a panorama that lets your gaze wander far over the Mur Valley. Enjoy the tranquillity of nature and leave everyday life behind you. Whether as a day trip or the start of a weekend full of relaxation - the hike to the Steinplan is an experience for nature lovers and connoisseurs alike!

Characteristics

Skill

Fitness

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The tour in numbers

easy

Level of difficulty

14,9 km

Route

5:30 h

Time

920 hm

Uphill

920 hm

Downhill

1670 m

Highest point

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More information

Kleinlobming is located in the Murtal region of Styria and is easy to reach by car. From Graz, take the A9 and S36 in the direction of Judenburg for about 1 hour. Exit in Knittelfeld and follow the signs to Kleinlobming. Alternatively, you can travel by train to Knittelfeld, from where regional buses continue to Kleinlobming.

From the village center, follow the signs towards Steinplan and initially hike along a marked forest path towards the forest. The path leads through dense, shady forests - ideal for warm days and perfect for acclimatizing.

After around 30 minutes, the forest opens up occasionally and you follow the marked path further along a forest road, which climbs gently uphill. The path remains well signposted throughout.

After around 1.5 hours on the forest path, you will reach a crossroads from where the ascent becomes somewhat steeper. Continue to follow the signposts towards Steinplan. Narrow paths and forest tracks alternate here and you quickly gain altitude.

The forest soon opens up and you reach an alpine meadow from where you can already see the Steinplan summit cross. Enjoy the last few meters through the alpine meadows and finally reach the summit at 1,670 meters. The trail leads back to Kleinlobming in a circular route

Pay attention to the weather!

Public transportation possible. Information under BusBahnBim Routenplaner

Public parking near the ski lift and outdoor pool

For a conflict-free coexistence on alpine pastures and meadows it is important to observe a few rules, especially when traveling with dogs. (Source: www.sichere-almen.at - 06/2021)

Avoid contact with grazing animals, do not feed them, keep a safe distance!
Keep calm, do not frighten grazing animals!
Mother cows protect their calves. Avoid encounters between mother cows and dogs!
Always keep dogs under control and on a short leash. If an attack by a grazing animal is foreseeable: Immediately unleash!
Do not leave hiking trails on alpine pastures and meadows!
If grazing animals block the way, avoid them as far as possible!
When grazing animals approach: Stay calm, do not turn your back, avoid the animals!
Leave the grazing area quickly at the first sign of restlessness of the animals!Fences must be respected!
If there is a gate, use it, then close it well and cross the pasture quickly!
Treat the people working here, nature and the animals with respect!

A few tips for correct and fair behavior in the forest: (Source: www.bundesforste.at 6/2021)

Hikers should avoid visits to the forest about 1.5 hours before sunrise and after sunset, as wildlife is especially active during this time.
Plastic bottles, handkerchiefs, cigarette butts & Co have no place in the forest! Please make sure that you do not leave any trash in the forest.
Camping and making fire - is strictly forbidden in the forest!
In principle, each person is allowed to collect 2 kg of mushrooms and berries per day for personal use in the forest. It is only forbidden if the forest owner expressly forbids it.

Alpine emergency call:
Mountain rescue emergency number: 140
EU emergency number: 112
Weather service:
www.zamg.ac.at
Direct link mountain weather Styria:
https://www.zamg.ac.at/cms/de/wetter/produkte-und-services/bergwetter/steiermark