Senses hike: Rettenbach - Mariatrost
Loud splashing, wonderfully fragrant Christmas trees, colourful orchards and a sensational view. From Rettenbachklamm gorge via Stephanienwarte to Mariatrost, there is a lot to discover!
Especially on hot summer days, a detour to the Rettenbachklamm gorge is recommended. The shady and cool path is a blessing and there is plenty to discover in the small pools and streams. Once you have crossed the gorge, you follow the path through orchards up to the Stephanienwarte. The observation tower, which is named after the wife of Crown Prince Rudolph, Stephanie of Belgium, was opened in 1880 and can be seen as a counterpart to the Rudolfswarte on the Buchkogel.
Facts
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6kmLength
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02:00hDuration
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245mClimbing
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232mClimb down
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405mLowest level
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650mHighest point
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It is recommended to arrive by public transport!
Getting there: Tram line 1 from Hauptplatz to the Waldhof stop
Getting back: Tram line 1 from Mariatrost
Arrival by car: Via the A2 or A9 freeway you can get directly to the provincial capital Graz.
Good hiking boots are recommended for this tour!
Definitely worth a visit:
- Stefanienwarte
- Basilica Mariatrost
In the old town of Graz, you are spoiled for choice: Should the car be parked in one of the numerous underground car parks, in the blue zone in the city centre or at a park-and-ride (P&R) site.