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HWW-Hiking route: Mönichkirchen - Hochwechsel (circular trail)
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Historic long-distance hiking trail WechsellandPhoto: Andreas Salmhofer, CC BY-ND, Historischer Verein Wechselland
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This HWW hiking route is part of the Wechselland Historical Long-Distance Hiking Trail (HWW), which tells the story of Wechselland along more than 100 HWW stations. More information can be found at www.wechsel-wandern.at.
moderate
Distance 25.8 km
7:50 h
933 m
925 m
1,742 m
947 m
This extensive HWW hiking route leads from Mönichkirchen via the Niederwechsel to the Hochwechsel/Wetterkoglerhaus and from there via the Vorauer Schwaig and Alte Glashütte back to Mönichkirchen. Due to the fierce fighting in April and May 1945, many soldiers fell in Wechselland and the surrounding area. At the HWW station Niederwechsel you can find out which military cemeteries there are in Wechselland.
Author’s recommendation
We recommend a stop at the Vorauer Schwaig or Hallerhaus for refreshments.
Difficulty
moderate
Overall difficulty
moderate
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Highest point
1,742 m
Lowest point
947 m
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HallerhausWetterkoglerhaus
Vorauer Schwaig
Tips and suggestions
Historical long-distance hiking trail Wechsellandwww.wechsel-wandern.at
Historical Association Wechselland
Chairman Dr. Andreas Salmhofer
Tel.: +43 664/400 27 17
info@geschichte-wechselland.at
www.geschichte-wechselland.at
Find out about hiking maps, cycling maps, excursion destination maps and other tour tips at the tourist office.
You can also order information material on our website from the comfort of your own home.
Eastern Styria Tourist Board
Herbal Region Wechselland office
Main square 20, 8240 Friedberg
Tel.:
wechselland@oststeiermark.com
www.oststeiermark.com
Find out about hiking maps, cycling maps, excursion destination maps and other tour tips at the tourist office.
You can also order information material on our website from the comfort of your own home.
Eastern Styria Tourist Board
Herbal Region Wechselland office
Main square 20, 8240 Friedberg
Tel.:
wechselland@oststeiermark.com
www.oststeiermark.com
Roadbook
The tour is not signposted throughout. Route guidance with app recommended.
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HWW station: MönichkirchenHistorical long distance trail-station Mönichkirchen/church
HWW station: Mönichkirchner Schwaig
HWW-station Hallerhaus
Hallerhaus
HWW-station Stoa Alm
Stone staircase
HWW-station Niederwechsel
Niederwechsel memorial
Wetterkoglerhaus
HWW station Hochwechsel/Wetterkoglerhaus
Hochwechsel Summit
HWW-station Vorauer Schwaig 1, 2 & 3 (triple station)
Vorauer Schwaig
HWW-station old glassworks
HWW-station Schaueregg/Fichtenhof
HWW station: Mönichkirchen/ Schranken
Styrian Wexl Trails
Public transport
Timetables and travel information can be found at Österreichischen Bundesbahnen (ÖBB) or at Verkehrsauskunft Verbundlinie.For local transportation we recommend the SAM-Sammeltaxi Oststeiermark.
Parking
Arrival by carfrom Graz
- Take the A2 highway in the direction of Graz.
- Leave the A2 at the Pinggau exit.
- Take the 3rd exit at the traffic circle.
- Follow the road along the B63.
- Change to the B54 in the direction of Mönichkirchen/Vienna.
- Leave the A2 at the Edlitz-Aspang exit.
- Follow the B54 to Mönichkirchen.
Coordinates
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47.512300, 16.041210
DMS
47°30'44.3"N 16°02'28.4"E
UTM
33T 578398 5262622
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Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!
Equipment
Important telephone numbers:- European emergency call: 112
- Emergency call mountain rescue: 140 (if possible, please provide GPS data)
- Rescue: 144
- Fire brigade: 122
- Police: 133
Correct behaviour when hiking: Rules of behaviour when hiking
A few tips on correct and fair behaviour in the forest: (Source: https://www.bundesforste.at/english.html)
- Hikers should avoid visiting the forest approx. 1.5 hours before sunrise and after sunset, as wild animals are particularly active at this time.
- Plastic bottles, handkerchiefs, cigarette butts etc. have no place in the forest! Please make sure that you do not leave any rubbish in the forest.
- Camping and making fires is strictly forbidden in the forest!
- In principle, every person in the forest is allowed to collect 2kg of mushrooms and berries per day for their own use. It is only prohibited if the forest owner expressly forbids it.
- small rucksack with water bottle (+ provisions)
- Sturdy shoes
- Appropriate clothing - preferably several layers - "onion principle"
- Rain and sun protection
- Hiking poles as required
- Mobile phone
- Small first aid kit
- Route description
- Before starting the hike, check where you can stop for refreshments, including opening times, or pack suitable provisions.
Localization
Parts of this content were machine translated from German.
Difficulty
moderate
Overall difficulty
moderate
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Distance
25.8 km
Duration
7:50 h
Ascent
933 m
Descent
925 m
Highest point
1,742 m
Lowest point
947 m
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