Cross country skiing in the adventure region Murau
Discover the numerous cross-country ski trails around the picturesque town of Murau. During your exercise in the fresh air, on the white glistening carpet, you strengthen your body holistically, from upper body to torso to legs. The crunching snow under your skis, the shining sun from the sky and the rustling of the wind in the trees will leave your soul dangling.
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced cross-country skier, you have the choice between 21 different long, challenging and short, crisp trails to glide silently over the snowy winter landscape. 180 km of groomed trails for skaters and classic runners invite you to arrive, enjoy and recharge your batteries.
Winter vacation in Hotel Lercher in Murau
On your return to the Murau Gasthof Hotel Lercher you can warm up with a visit to the sauna in the intimate wellness area. At dinner in Lercher's Restaurant you will be spoiled with Styrian cuisine and Austrian variety. A glass of wine from the wine cellar or a sip of Murau beer at our wooden bar must not be missed, of course.
Cross-country skiing tips in the Murau region
Cross-country skiing center Weirerteich in the river Laßnitz
The cross-country skiing paradise offers you the possibility to practice the gentle sport on a total of 14 km on 3 double-tracked stages with different degrees of difficulty. The trails are freshly groomed every day. Starting from the Freizeit-Wirt in Steirisch Laßnitz, the first stage leads on 6.1 km to the junction Auen and back again. The second stage leads from there away only 4 km to the Weirerteich. From the snack station "Setz di nieder" at the Weirerteich the third stage leads in the direction of St. Lambrecht and back. Along this circuit a snowmaking system has been installed. 2 times a week there is also the possibility to use the floodlit cross-country skiing track in the evening and make your gentle rounds through the snow-covered winter landscape. Under professional guidance you can prove your marksmanship at the biathlon stand on Wednesdays and Sundays.
Parking is available at the snack station "Setz di nieder" and at the "Freizeit-Wirt" in Steirisch Laßnitz.The Nordic store of Sport Maier directly at the entrance of the cross-country trail at the Weirerteich offers rental equipment and cross-country skiing courses.
Murau - stadium cross-country skiing circuit
The entrance to this trail is located at the stadium and outdoor pool in Murau. The hard classified training trail is about 2 km long, double tracked and suitable for skating. Parking is available in the ski jump area.
St. Lorenzen / St. Georgen - high altitude trail
The Kreischberg gondola takes you up to the mountain station to the start of the high-altitude cross-country ski trail. The cross-country ski trail has a length of approx. 2.5 km and is classified as medium in terms of difficulty. Enjoy the fantastic altitude at 1,700 m above sea level and glide in classic or skating style through the pine forests on the Kreischberg. Parking is available at the valley station.
St. Lorenzen / St. Georgen - cross-country ski trail at the golf course
The entrance and parking for this trail is at the Pfiff golf restaurant. On a length of 3.5 km even beginners can glide here on cross-country skis.
St. Lorenzen / St. Georgen - Murtalloipe
Starting from the Lutzmannsdorf bridge, the easy to moderately difficult cross-country ski trail goes for 10 km along the Murradweg to Stadl an der Mur. In addition, there are always smaller circuits in the meadow next to the track. Parking is possible at the bridge, next to the curling rink and at the snack station Bräuhauser Fam. Pichler Paul in Stadl an der Mur.
From Ranten to Seebach
Along the route there are entry and parking possibilities everywhere, such as at the Löwenwirt, Trattenbauer or Hornwirt in Seebach. Over 6 km, the double-tracked trail surprises with extra cross-country fun and a dreamlike view of the surrounding mountains from Preber to Greim. The difficulty level is for connoisseurs from easy to medium.
High altitude cross country ski trail at the foot of the Preber
Where the Styrian Krakow joins the Salzburg Lungau, you have arrived at your starting point. At 1,500m above sea level at the foot of the Preber, you glide through the snow-covered, gently undulating alpine pastures and meadows. The double-tracked cross-country trail will make your cross-country skiing heart beat faster. Entrance and parking possibility at the Ludlalm.
Cross country ski trail at Lachtal
Embedded in the beautiful wind landscape at the Lachttal you can enjoy a double-tracked 2.5 km long circuit. Entrance and parking at the parking lot of the ski area Lachtal.
The use of the cross-country ski trails depends on the snow conditions - the Murau Adventure Region will gladly inform you at any time which trails are open!
Contact tourism association Murau - Kreischberg
Information office Murau
Liechtensteinstraße 3-5, 8850 Murau
Tel.: 0043 3532 2720, Mail: tourismus (at) murau. at
Information office Kreischberg
At the station 5, 8861 St. Georgen am Kreischberg
Tel.: 0043 3537 360, Mail: tvbkreischberg (at) murau. at
Rental equipment
Intersport Rent Pintar
Kreischberg cable car valley station
8861 St. Lorenzen ob Murau
Tel.: +43 3537 22 222
E-mail: kreischberg(at)sportpintar.at
Web: www.sportpintar.at
Sport Meier - Shop & Rental Winter - Cross-country ski trail entrance Weirerteich
Tal 4, 8850 Laßnitz/Murau
Tel: +43 664 52 46 292
Web: www.sport-maier.at
Tobogganing in the region Murau Kreischberg
Natural tobogganing
Whether uphill or downhill the region surprises with its natural toboggan runs in the middle of the Niedere Tauern and Nockberge mountains. Without much effort you reach your starting points surrounded by the magical winter landscape. Depending on your mood, you can venture the ascent on foot, with the drag lift or with the shuttle. Even at night, a few routes are illuminated and offer a pleasant change. Casually swing onto your toboggan and race downhill. The snow splashes off the sharp curves. Your merry laughter can be heard from afar.
Actively embark on a journey of discovery through our winter in the Murau region. Breathe the fresh mountain air on a ski tour in the Niedere Tauern and the Nockberge. Hike leisurely through the glittering winter world or climb a few meters in altitude on snowshoes. At Kreischberg and Lachtal the slopes invite you to ski or snowboard downhill. We also give you the time to let your soul dangle.
more information about the skiing area Kreischberg more information about the skiing area Lachtal
Tips for toboggan runs
BERGaufRODEL experience at Zirbitzkogel
In this unique experience you can toboggan uphill from the Tonnerhütte with the toboggan-suitable drag lift. Once at the top, you can choose from 4 different toboggan runs for your descent, from 1,000 to 1,500m in length. On selected dates this pleasure also takes place at night.
Parking, rental and refreshment facilities directly at the Tonnerhütte.
Natural toboggan run Lachtal
Whether on foot or with the toboggan cab (+43 3581 8455) you can go up to the Hirzmann Alm. Especially by moonlight the romantic winter landscape is captivating.
You can rent a toboggan at Café Hannes. Parking possibility valley station Lachtal.
more information about Lachtal
Natural toboggan run Grebenzen
The 4.5 km long toboggan run leads from Grebenzenhaus downhill. Whether big or small this toboggan run will remain in your memory.
Parking possibility at the valley station Grebenzen.
Toboggan rental in Murau
Intersport Rent Pintar
Kreischberg cable car valley station
8861 St. Lorenzen ob Murau
Tel.: +43 3537 22 222
E-mail: kreischberg(at)sportpintar.at
Web: www.sportpintar.at
Sport Suli
St. Lorenzen 31, 8861 St. Georgen / Murau
Tel.: +43 3537 264
E-Mail: snowboardschule(at)suli. at
A cozy winter day in the Murau region
The aroma of delicious coffee gently shakes you out of sleep, still immersed in a dream. You slip out of the cozy blanket. Ready dressed, you go to the restaurant. The breakfast buffet with many homemade delicacies is waiting for you. Your mouth is already watering. Comfortably you taste one after the other.
Well strengthened, you go by car to the cross-country skiing center Weirerteich. You take the opportunity to strengthen your body holistically. Directly at the entry station you borrow your skis. Mr. Meier, from the rental shop, will give you a little tip on how to start your round. Slowly you glide over the white glittering carpet and make your loops on the perfectly groomed cross-country trails. You listen intently to the crunching of the snow under your skis and the rustling of the wind in the trees. The movement makes you feel your body. Curiously, you watch a few sports-affine people trying their hand at biathletes. When you bring back your skis, Mr. Meier invites you to the annual "Ladies Cross-Country Skiing and Yoga Days" in January. At the end of the day, you can enjoy a warming glass of tea at the "Setz di nieder" snack bar.
Sporty goes into the afternoon
In the afternoon, grab your kids. Off you go! Wrapped in warm winter clothes armed with gloves and helmet, you set off for tobogganing. Without much effort you have reached your starting point. The excitement is great! Who will be the first? One child and one adult take a seat on the toboggan. Off they go. Slowly the toboggan gains speed. They take one turn after the other and skillfully overtake a few fellow competitors all the way down into the valley. The snow splashes off the cuves. Their merry laughter can be heard far and wide.
Arrived in your cozy room in the Gasthof and hotel, they look out the window. Slowly it begins to snow. One small snowflake follows the next. After a while, the snowfall becomes stronger and the snowflakes start to dance wildly. Your window sill is covered with a white fluff. Slowly you feel your cold toes coming back to life. A hot bath will do you good. Warmed up, you let yourself be pampered at Lercher's Restaurant. You are already curious which delicacies await you! As a special experience, you will be taken by the hosts to the wine cellar for a little drink.
