Nature Reserve Guide
Naturschutzgebiet Krakau-Schöder is a nature reserve situated in the Styrian part of the Schladminger Alps in Austria. This area features a diverse mountainous landscape, characterized by peaks, untouched mountain lakes, and ancient forests, with elevations ranging from 1,300 to 2,740 meters. The terrain includes alpine meadows and forests dominated by spruce and larch trees, providing varied environments for outdoor pursuits. The Naturschutzgebiet Krakau-Schöder offers opportunities for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountaineering, mountain biking, and jogging.
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4.7
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59
hikers
3.89km
01:25
240m
240m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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503
hikers
9.58km
03:37
470m
470m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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9.48km
03:34
470m
470m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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hikers
3.45km
01:07
140m
140m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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181
riders
78.5km
04:05
1,100m
1,110m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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54.4km
02:31
600m
600m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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42.3km
02:36
1,100m
1,100m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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38
riders
38.7km
02:10
700m
700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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182
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78.4km
05:10
1,100m
1,100m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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37.3km
02:30
590m
600m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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43.5km
03:37
1,310m
1,310m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28
riders
11.9km
00:57
120m
120m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7
hikers
5.72km
02:22
410m
410m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

78
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11.0km
06:12
1,150m
1,150m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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3.49km
02:17
420m
410m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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22
hikers
13.8km
06:59
1,190m
1,190m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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36
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55.5km
04:37
1,400m
1,400m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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30
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23.4km
01:46
560m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28
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21.5km
01:53
660m
660m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17
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44.5km
03:58
1,390m
1,390m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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19
runners
10.5km
01:37
480m
480m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

13
runners
11.7km
01:15
120m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4
runners
6.84km
00:46
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Naturschutzgebiet Krakau-Schöder is a nature reserve located in the Styrian part of the Schladminger Alps in Austria. It features a diverse mountainous landscape with peaks, mountain lakes, and ancient forests. The reserve spans elevations from 1,300 to 2,740 meters.
Naturschutzgebiet Krakau-Schöder offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountaineering, Mountain biking, and Jogging. The area provides 86 routes for exploration. These routes have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from more than 380 ratings.
Yes, Naturschutzgebiet Krakau-Schöder offers easy hiking trails. An example is the Mahdfeldalm Circuit Trail, which is 2.4 miles [3.9 km] long. For more options, consult the Easy hikes in Naturschutzgebiet Krakau-Schöder guide.
Popular hiking routes include the moderate View of Etrachsee – Lake Etrach loop from Krakau, which is 5.7 miles [9.1 km]. For a more challenging option, the difficult Bacher-Alm – Lower Lanschitz Lake loop from Schladminger Tauern covers 7.8 miles [12.5 km].
Yes, the region offers several road cycling routes. A difficult option is the Tamsweg Market Square – Madling Gorge loop from Prebersattel, spanning 48.8 miles [78.5 km]. For more choices, refer to the Road Cycling Routes in Naturschutzgebiet Krakau-Schöder guide.
The area is characterized by diverse mountain landscapes, pristine lakes like the Etrachsee, and ancient forests. Highlights include various summits, huts, waterfalls, and natural monuments. The region is known for its rewarding summit ascents and paths winding through valleys.
Mountaineering routes are available for experienced individuals. An example is the difficult Deneck, 2,433 m – Deneck (2,433 m) loop from Sölkpass, which is 4.6 miles [7.4 km]. The region's elevations reach up to 2,740 meters, offering challenging ascents.
Yes, mountain biking trails are present in Naturschutzgebiet Krakau-Schöder. A difficult route is the View of the Prebersee – Lake Preber loop from Krakaudorf, covering 34.5 miles [55.5 km]. More options can be found in the MTB Trails in Naturschutzgebiet Krakau-Schöder guide.
The region is particularly appealing in mid-June when it is adorned with a sea of flowers. This period offers a vibrant natural display. The diverse landscape provides opportunities for outdoor activities across various seasons.
Komoot offers several guides for Naturschutzgebiet Krakau-Schöder, including Hiking in Naturschutzgebiet Krakau-Schöder and Waterfall hikes in Naturschutzgebiet Krakau-Schöder. Guides are also available for Road Cycling, Mountain Biking, and Running Trails. These resources provide detailed information on routes and attractions.
Naturschutzgebiet Krakau-Schöder is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 2,900 visitors having explored its routes. The 86 available routes have received over 380 ratings, averaging 4.8 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Information regarding the nature reserve is managed by the Styrian State Government. The Amt der Steiermärkischen Landesregierung can be contacted by phone. The general contact number is +43 (316) 877-0.

