Hot Springs & Culinary Delights Spa Towns
The natural thermal springs are the most iconic feature of the six spas in the region. The spa “Parktherme” in Bad Radkersburg promotes health and well-being on the banks of the river Mur. In Bad Gleichenberg, you can relax in a “silent spa” and stroll through the lovely park and historic town centre. The “Thermenresort Loipersdorf” offers exciting slides and fumes for splashy fun in the water on the one hand. On the other hand, the oases of peace are perfect for a romantic getaway. Relaxation and tranquility are the cornerstones of the spa in Bad Blumau. The unique building was designed by Friedensreich Hundertwasser. The “H2O Therme” in Bad Waltersdorf is the ideal place for families who’d like to spend an exciting holiday. Are you looking for peaceful seclusion? Take a break from everyday life, surrounded by nature, in the spa “Heiltherme Bad Waltersdorf”.
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Spa Towns
The natural thermal springs are the most iconic feature of the six spas in the region. The spa “Parktherme” in Bad Radkersburg promotes health and well-being on the banks of the river Mur. In Bad Gleichenberg, you can relax in a “silent spa” and stroll through the lovely park and historic town centre. The “Thermenresort Loipersdorf” offers exciting slides and fumes for splashy fun in the water on the one hand. On the other hand, the oases of peace are perfect for a romantic getaway. Relaxation and tranquility are the cornerstones of the spa in Bad Blumau. The unique building was designed by Friedensreich Hundertwasser. The “H2O Therme” in Bad Waltersdorf is the ideal place for families who’d like to spend an exciting holiday. Are you looking for peaceful seclusion? Take a break from everyday life, surrounded by nature, in the spa “Heiltherme Bad Waltersdorf”.
Food & Drinks
The Vulkanland & Spa region in Styria is the right place for food lovers. Good food and drinks are among the top priorities here. The region calls itself “Austria’s finest deli”. For a good reason! The local cuisine is based on the use of high-quality ingredients that are sourced from the surrounding farms.
It’s worth taking a look behind the scenes. A lot of producers open their doors for you and let you peek over their shoulders to see where the local delicacies come from. Excellent vinegar, sweet honey, hearty ham and bacon, crisp apples, hot horseradish, delicious cheese, dark pumpkin seed oil, fine chocolate ... There’s a lot more to add. The list of culinary delights is seemingly endless.
Last but not least: wine. Vineyards cover the hillsides of extinct volcanoes. The grapes thrive in this almost Mediterranean climate. The region primarily grows white varieties that are known for their fine taste and fruity notes. There’s hardly a better place to taste them than one of the countless wine taverns called “Buschenschänken” here. Enjoy a hearty snack platter with it!
Activity Holidays
In the Vulkanland & Spa region in Styria, it’s not all about water. Spas, thermal waters and exercise is a great combination for a delightful holiday. Some of the excellent ways to spend an activity holiday here:
- 3,000km of cycle routes for all levels of ability, for recreational cyclists and seasoned riders
- 14 themed cycle routes criss-crossing the south-eastern part of Styria
- Well-signposted trails for runners and Nordic walkers
- Weekly jogging sessions
- Diverse golf course nestled in the undulating hills
- Climbing tour up the impressive basalt crag to Riegersburg Castle
- Canoeing on the rivers - look at the scenery from a new perspective
- Afterwards, it’s time to allow your muscles to relax in the warm thermal waters.
What to Do Here
A large number castles and fortresses dominate the landscape. Perched above the valley floor, these iconic features are scattered across the region. For centuries, this part of the country was on the border to other realms. The castles and fortresses were built over the centuries to protect and to control the land and the roads. Over time, the sites were fortified. The monuments stand as a reminder of the region’s turbulent past. They are open to visitors. In some of them, you can even stay overnight. Riegersburg Castle is the most famous of all. It stands proudly on top of an impressive crag.
There are also a lot of small museums. The different exhibitions provide an insight into a wide variety of topics. Gsellmann’s “World Machine” is widely known. It makes ringing, whistling and jingling sounds. What’s the purpose? It has none. Perhaps, that’s the most beautiful thing about it. Would you like to have a look at the largest fire (station) truck in Bairisch-Kölldorf? The local fire station is actually an oversized truck.
Another delightful way to explore the region: walk on a pilgrimage route to the places of pilgrimage and churches in the region.
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Ausseerland - Salzkammergut
Impressive mountain giants, crystal-clear lakes, and spring-like white daffodil meadows characterize the Ausseerland, a particularly beautiful corner of Styria.
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Schladming - Dachstein
Breath-taking slopes of the Dachstein and the Schladminger Tauern – the region around Schladming, Dachstein, Ramsau and Grimming has everything you could possibly need for unforgettable summer and winter holidays.
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Murtal
Murtal – it's all in the mix!
What could be better than taking a break from everyday life, forgetting your daily chores and to-do lists, relaxing, unwinding, experiencing something new, and having something to talk about? In Murtal, in the heart of Styria, it's the mix that makes the program. Enjoyable cycling, adrenaline-fueled speed thrills, family excursions and culinary delights – the whole family gets their money's worth in Murtal all year round. -
Murau
There's always something going on!
The Murau adventure region showcases one of the most beautiful sides of Styria, because in addition to breathtaking hikes and a wide range of options for leisure cyclists and mountain bikers, it is above all a paradise for families – because it never gets boring in the Murau region. -
Gesäuse
The Gesäuse is a national park, UNESCO Global Geopark, nature park, and World Heritage Site. Whether it's the majestic mountains, a dip in the wild waters, a glimpse of the brightest night sky in Austria, or the millennia-old high culture at Admont Abbey: here you can really breathe deeply. Welcome to another world!
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Hochsteiermark
It's high time for a vacation. The northeasternmost and most densely wooded region of Styria presents itself as a wonderful interplay of unspoiled nature and idyllic towns. A vacation in Upper Styria appeals to all the senses. Feel yourself and life again. Arrive, take a deep breath, smell nature, and hear the silence.
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Region of Graz
The Graz region combines enjoyment, culture, and pure joie de vivre. The charming capital of Styria is Austria's second-largest city, its only “capital of enjoyment,” and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Just outside the city gates, countless top destinations invite you to experience an unforgettable vacation.
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The wine, horse and Klapotetz region. Well-known Austrians like the Lipizzaner, the Styrian pumpkin seed oil and the Schilcher are at home here between rolling hills and vineyards.
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Spa- & Vulkanland Steiermark
With its six thermal spas, the Thermen- & Vulkanland region is a source of well-being, cultural discoveries, and exercise in the gently rolling countryside. Between fire and water, between thermal spas and volcanic energy, many moments of happiness await, both big and small. It's simply too beautiful not to be there.
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Eastern Styria
Discover Eastern Styria as a leisure paradise for the whole family. The gently rolling landscape with colorful flower villages, alpine meadows, orchards, and vineyards invites you to enjoy numerous outdoor activities. And with the GenussCard, which you receive when you stay at one of over 100 accommodations in Eastern Styria, you can visit countless excursion destinations free of charge.
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Southern Styria
Fine cuisine, breathtaking panoramas, and unparalleled hiking and cycling opportunities, paired with warmth and hospitality. In the South Styria region you can explore the alpine pastures above the tree line down to the romantic vineyards with the incomparable charm of the three wine routes South Styrian, Schilcher, and Sausaler Wine Route, as well as the Styrian Oil Trail, under the motto “From the Alps to Wine.”
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Erzberg-Leoben
The Erzberg is the proud center of this region. The region is perfect for sporty adventurers—there are varied hiking and cycling tours, impressive natural spectacles, and exciting destinations to discover.
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