Thörl, an idyllic village in the district of Bruck-Mürzzuschlag in Austria, offers numerous opportunities for hiking and walking. The geographical location of Thörl is particularly charming as it is surrounded by the majestic mountains of the Alps. This picturesque backdrop attracts many nature enthusiasts every year.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Thörl
Hiking Trail
· Hochschwab Group
From Voisthalerhütte to Sonnschienhütte via the Hochschwab summit
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
difficult
Stage 2
15.5 km
6:00 h
810 m
941 m
On the second day, it is better to start early, so the summit can be enjoyed in peace and the further path to the Sonnschienalm can still remain reasonably cool.
Hiking Trail
· Hochsteiermark
Zöberer Höhe via Hochegg from/to Pogier
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
moderate
17.1 km
6:00 h
1,092 m
1,092 m
This gentle mid-mountain hike offers particularly beautiful views at several points …
Hiking Trail
· Hochsteiermark
Across the huge "Hochschwab 2277m" - Bodenbauer - Hochschwab group - G'Hacktes - Styria - Thörl
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
23.2 km
9:45 h
1,684 m
1,683 m
The Hochschwab is a popular destination for hikers and mountaineers. The Hochschwab is a mountain massif in the Styrian Alps and also the highest mountain of the Hochschwab group. A medium, beautiful, scenic, and sometimes foggy hike awaits you on the Hochschwab. I found the route magnificent. Chapeau!
Hiking Trail
· Hochschwab Group
Hiking to the Voisthaler Hut in the Hochschwab group
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Difficulty
moderate
8 km
3:15 h
570 m
450 m
Rewarding hike over alpine meadows in the Hochschwab area
Scenically stunning and panoramic hike to the newly built Voisthaler Hut.
Hiking Trail
· Hochschwab Group
05 North-South Route, E13 Voisthaler Hut - Sonnschien Hut
recommended route
Difficulty
T3
difficult
Stage 13
15.5 km
6:30 h
800 m
950 m
With the 2277 m high Hochschwab summit, the "highlight" of the North-South route lies ahead of us today. Despite two huts and a bivouac shelter, we should not underestimate today's stage. We are moving in high alpine terrain.
Hiking Trail
· Mürzsteg Alps
05 North-South Trail, E12 Graf-Meran-Haus - Voisthaler Hut
recommended route
Difficulty
T3
difficult
Stage 12
23.2 km
8:45 h
1,050 m
1,250 m
Sooo many alpine pastures and places to stop, we have to be careful not to spend too much time on the way...
Hiking Trail
· Hochschwab Group
From the Sonnschienhütte to Bodenbauer via Ebenstein
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
Stage 3
14.7 km
6:00 h
750 m
1,383 m
On the last day, motivated people can still climb the Ebenstein before descending back to Bodenbauer via the Häuselalm.
Hiking Trail
· Hochsteiermark
From the Voisthaler hut to the Sonnschien hut via the Hochschwab summit
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
Stage 2
Open
15.2 km
6:00 h
811 m
921 m
On the second day, it is better to start early, so the summit can be enjoyed in peace and the further way to the Sonnschienalm can still be done in relatively cool conditions.
Hiking Trail
· Hochschwab Group
From Bodenbauer to Voisthalerhütte Stage 1
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Stage 1
Open
8.8 km
4:00 h
1,051 m
284 m
The first stage of the Hochschwab huts route leads from Bodenbauer to Voisthalerhütte between the rock walls over the Trawiestal and the Upper Dullwitz.
Hiking Trail
· Hochschwab Group
Approach from Aflenzer Bürgeralm to Voisthaler Hut
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
8.1 km
3:15 h
566 m
442 m
Beautiful approach over alpine meadows and mountain ridges in the Hochschwab area.
For all hiking enthusiasts, there are a variety of beautiful hiking tours to discover in Thörl. Whether beginner or experienced mountaineer, everyone will find the right route here. The well-signposted hiking trails lead through breathtaking landscapes and offer impressive views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
The hikes to the Hochschwab massif, an imposing mountain group with peaks over 2,000 metres high, are particularly popular. Here you can explore challenging routes and at the same time be inspired by the beauty of the alpine flora and fauna.
Families with children also get their money's worth in Thörl. There are special hiking routes for children where little adventurers can explore nature in a playful way. Not only do they get physically active, but they also learn a lot about the flora and fauna of the region.
The best seasons for hiking in Thörl are spring and summer as well as autumn. In spring, numerous flowers blossom at the edge of the path and provide colourful splashes of colour amidst the green grass. In summer, you can take advantage of the pleasant temperatures to go on longer hikes. Autumn, on the other hand, is captivating with its colourful foliage and offers a very special nature experience.
In addition to the impressive mountain landscape, the tourist attractions in Thörl also include historical buildings such as Thörl Castle or the parish church of St. Margarethen. A visit to these places can be wonderfully combined with a hike and thus allows for a varied day full of cultural and natural highlights.
All in all, the hikes in Thörl offer a perfect opportunity to escape from everyday life and experience the beauty of the Austrian Alps up close. Whether alone, with friends or as a family - everyone will find their personal favourite route here and can enjoy unforgettable moments in the midst of nature.
The hikes to the Hochschwab massif, an imposing mountain group with peaks over 2,000 metres high, are particularly popular. Here you can explore challenging routes and at the same time be inspired by the beauty of the alpine flora and fauna.
Families with children also get their money's worth in Thörl. There are special hiking routes for children where little adventurers can explore nature in a playful way. Not only do they get physically active, but they also learn a lot about the flora and fauna of the region.
The best seasons for hiking in Thörl are spring and summer as well as autumn. In spring, numerous flowers blossom at the edge of the path and provide colourful splashes of colour amidst the green grass. In summer, you can take advantage of the pleasant temperatures to go on longer hikes. Autumn, on the other hand, is captivating with its colourful foliage and offers a very special nature experience.
In addition to the impressive mountain landscape, the tourist attractions in Thörl also include historical buildings such as Thörl Castle or the parish church of St. Margarethen. A visit to these places can be wonderfully combined with a hike and thus allows for a varied day full of cultural and natural highlights.
All in all, the hikes in Thörl offer a perfect opportunity to escape from everyday life and experience the beauty of the Austrian Alps up close. Whether alone, with friends or as a family - everyone will find their personal favourite route here and can enjoy unforgettable moments in the midst of nature.
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