Söchau, a picturesque village in the Austrian province of Styria, is not only known for its idyllic landscape, but also for the variety of hiking tours on offer here. Söchau's geographical location helps to make it a true paradise for hiking enthusiasts at any time of year.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Söchau
Hiking Trail
· Thermen- & Vulkanland
07 East Austrian Borderland Trail, E32: Söchau – Fehring
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
Stage 32
21.9 km
5:45 h
417 m
415 m
This stage is somewhat hillier, unfortunately some asphalt must also be accepted. The highlight is of course the Riegersburg.
Hiking Trail
· Thermen- & Vulkanland
07 Eastern Austrian Border Trail, E31: Bad Waltersdorf – Söchau
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
difficult
Stage 31
22.7 km
6:00 h
282 m
305 m
This stage features little elevation change, long stretches through forests, and towards the end, the crossing of Fürstenfeld.
Hiking Trail
· Thermen- & Vulkanland
07 East Austrian Border Country Trail GLW004 Riegersburg - Fürstenfeld
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
Stage 4
15.9 km
4:25 h
305 m
367 m
This path follows the long-distance hiking trail 07 - East Austrian Border Country Trail in a south-north direction. The total length of the East Austrian Border Country Trail is about 700 km and ends at Nebelstein in the Waldviertel.
Hiking Trail
· Thermen- & Vulkanland
River Rittschein tour Söchau (Rittscheintour Söchau)
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
10.1 km
2:45 h
120 m
120 m
Explore the Rittscheintour and discover the beautiful countryside around Söchau.
Hiking Trail
· Thermen- & Vulkanland
Vineyard tour (Weinbergtour Söchau)
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
8.9 km
3:00 h
134 m
134 m
A tour past vineyards and with beautiful views.
Hiking Trail
· Thermen- & Vulkanland
Panoramic tour Söchau (Panoramatour Söchau)
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
10.2 km
2:50 h
177 m
176 m
A hiking trail with magnificent views of the herb village of Söchau and to Riegersburg Castle.
Hiking Trail
· Thermen- & Vulkanland
Mariazell Pilgrimage Route – Connection from Slovenia via Bad Radkersburg
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
94.6 km
32:00 h
1,468 m
1,220 m
Pilgrimage can mean a connection to religion for us, or simply a relaxed walk in search of inner peace. In any case, we will savour the quiet moments along the way to Mariazell. Our route is part of long-distance trail 07 and joins another feeder path to the main Mariazell Way near St. Magdalena in Eastern Styria. Coming from our neighbouring country Slovenia, from Maria Bistrica, and crossing Slovenia and Croatia, our starting point this time is Bad Radkersburg.
Hiking Trail
· Thermen- & Vulkanland
Weinbergtour
Difficulty
easy
9 km
2:23 h
134 m
134 m
Durch die Weinberge um Söchau
Hiking Trail
· Thermen- & Vulkanland
Rittscheintour
Difficulty
easy
10.2 km
2:43 h
115 m
115 m
Hexen - Kräuter - Wanderweg
Hiking Trail
· Thermen- & Vulkanland
Tag 93 | 26.9.21 - 100Jahr Wanderung: Riegersburg - Fürstenfeld/Maierhofen
10.8 km
2:50 h
83 m
210 m
Treffpunkt ab 9.00 Uhr beim Burglift Riegersburg mit Begrüßung
Abmarsch 10 Uhr vom Burglift Riegersburg mit Labestation "Jansel Most" bis zum Weinschloss Thaller; Ankunft ca. 14.30 Uhr
Es besteht auch die Möglichkeit einen Shuttle-Dienst in Anspruch zu nehmen;
8.30 Uhr: Optionaler Shuttle Dienst vom Weinschloss Thaller, Maierhofbergen, Großwilfersdorf zur Talstation Burglift Riegersburg möglich.
Verbindliche Anmeldungen dafür bis Sonntag, 19. September 2021 bei Christine Richter unter: christine.richter@soroptimist.at
Voraussichtliche Kosten: ca. 5 bis 7 Euro/Person, diese sind direkt an den Fahrer zu bezahlen.
Schlechtwetter: nur offizieller Part um 15 Uhr im Weinschloss
The special feature of Söchau is that the village is surrounded by rolling hills and green meadows. These provide a breathtaking backdrop for unforgettable hiking tours. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced hiker - in Söchau everyone will find a suitable trail.
One of the most beautiful hiking routes leads to Schlosshotel Obermayerhofen. This historic building is majestically enthroned on a hill and offers an impressive view over the entire valley. The path there leads through dense forests and past clear streams - a truly magical place.
There are also numerous opportunities for hiking in Söchau for families with children. A popular excursion destination is the Pöhlsberg Nature Park. Here, children can playfully explore nature and let off steam at the adventure playground. There are also easy hiking trails around the park that are ideal for little explorers' feet.
The best seasons for hiking in Söchau are spring and autumn. In spring, nature blossoms in all its glory and you can literally feel the scent of the flowers. In autumn, on the other hand, the leaves of the trees turn into a colourful spectacle of colour that makes every hiking trail a real treat.
In addition to the sights mentioned above, there are many other hikes to discover in Söchau. From easy walks to challenging mountain tours, there is something here for every taste. The well-signposted hiking routes lead through varied landscapes and always offer new views of the surrounding nature.
All in all, it can be said that Söchau is a true paradise for hiking enthusiasts. With its diverse hiking opportunities, picturesque landscape and tourist-relevant sights, this village is definitely worth a visit. So lace up your hiking boots and set off on an unforgettable discovery tour of Söchau!
One of the most beautiful hiking routes leads to Schlosshotel Obermayerhofen. This historic building is majestically enthroned on a hill and offers an impressive view over the entire valley. The path there leads through dense forests and past clear streams - a truly magical place.
There are also numerous opportunities for hiking in Söchau for families with children. A popular excursion destination is the Pöhlsberg Nature Park. Here, children can playfully explore nature and let off steam at the adventure playground. There are also easy hiking trails around the park that are ideal for little explorers' feet.
The best seasons for hiking in Söchau are spring and autumn. In spring, nature blossoms in all its glory and you can literally feel the scent of the flowers. In autumn, on the other hand, the leaves of the trees turn into a colourful spectacle of colour that makes every hiking trail a real treat.
In addition to the sights mentioned above, there are many other hikes to discover in Söchau. From easy walks to challenging mountain tours, there is something here for every taste. The well-signposted hiking routes lead through varied landscapes and always offer new views of the surrounding nature.
All in all, it can be said that Söchau is a true paradise for hiking enthusiasts. With its diverse hiking opportunities, picturesque landscape and tourist-relevant sights, this village is definitely worth a visit. So lace up your hiking boots and set off on an unforgettable discovery tour of Söchau!
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