Turnau is a market town situated in Austria's Hochschwab region, characterized by its diverse landscapes that include rolling hills, verdant meadows, and dense forests, all set against the backdrop of the Hochschwab massif. This geography provides varied terrain suitable for a range of outdoor activities. The region serves as a significant hub for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountaineering, and more. Its natural features, from mountain ranges to river valleys, define the…
98
Routes
4.7
(347)
Average rating
2811
People visited

4.9
(62)
438
hikers
16.9km
07:05
910m
910m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.7
(41)
263
hikers
9.92km
03:59
520m
520m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(25)
193
hikers
10.2km
03:24
480m
480m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(7)
78
hikers
13.2km
04:58
710m
710m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.8
(11)
110
riders
36.1km
03:41
1,250m
1,250m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.4
(22)
95
riders
24.8km
01:38
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(6)
49
riders
25.0km
02:34
800m
800m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

39
riders
99.1km
06:48
1,700m
1,700m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(3)
100
riders
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
(1)
42
riders
72.8km
03:35
1,030m
1,030m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

27
riders
145km
07:27
2,450m
2,450m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

23
riders
31.7km
01:25
300m
300m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
(3)
88
hikers
8.32km
04:12
810m
810m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
(1)
41
hikers
13.4km
05:49
810m
810m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(1)
36
hikers
14.6km
06:14
1,090m
1,090m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.5
(2)
40
hikers
11.8km
05:14
920m
920m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.9
(15)
29
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
18
riders
29.1km
02:48
730m
730m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
15
riders
23.5km
02:17
690m
690m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
11
riders
15.2km
01:36
520m
520m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12
runners
6.38km
00:42
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
10.4km
01:24
490m
490m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
4.37km
00:29
90m
90m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
17.0km
01:53
220m
220m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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15
riders
46.9km
03:37
1,120m
1,120m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
8
riders
44.0km
03:14
1,010m
1,010m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
20.7km
01:48
700m
700m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
9.84km
01:01
270m
270m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Turnau offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountaineering, mountain biking, gravel biking, and jogging. The region features 116 routes, with an average rating of 4.56 stars from komoot users. These activities utilize the diverse landscapes of the Hochschwab region.
Turnau is a hiker's paradise with routes for all levels. Popular options include loops around Franzosenkreuz Memorial, Voisthalerhütte, Karlkögerl, and Seeleiten Summit Cross. For more options, refer to the Hiking around Turnau guide.
Yes, Turnau offers several family-friendly hiking options. The path to the Kaskaden Waterfall is suitable for families. Additionally, komoot provides a dedicated guide for Family-friendly hikes around Turnau.
Turnau features accessible paths suitable for beginners and those seeking less strenuous walks. The Mürz Valley offers leisurely strolls. For specific recommendations, consult the Easy hikes around Turnau guide.
Yes, Turnau offers various mountain biking routes, from leisurely e-bike tours to challenging trails. Popular options include the Hochsteiermark route from Schwabenbergarena Turnau to the Reservoir Pond. More trails are detailed in the MTB Trails around Turnau guide.
Turnau provides diverse cycling experiences, including touring and road cycling. The Seeberg Cycle Path R13 is a popular option for touring. Scenic road cycling routes offer mountain views. Find more details in the Cycling around Turnau and Road Cycling Routes around Turnau guides.
Key natural features include the Hochschwab Massif, offering challenging mountain hikes. The picturesque Mürz Valley provides scenic routes. The idyllic Schüsserlbrunnsee Lake and the Kaskaden Waterfall are also notable natural highlights.
Turnau is a significant crossroads for long-distance hikers. It is an intersection point for European long-distance hiking trails E4 and E6, as well as the Austrian Northern Alpine Trail and North-South Long-Distance Hiking Trail. The BergZeitReise and "Vom Gletscher zum Wein" trails also cross the region.
The best seasons for hiking in Turnau are spring, summer, and autumn. During these times, nature is in full bloom, offering pleasant conditions for exploring the trails and landscapes.
Yes, Turnau offers routes suitable for hiking with dogs. Specific dog-friendly trails can be found in the komoot guide for Dog-friendly hikes around Turnau. Always ensure dogs are kept on a leash where required.
Turnau is a popular destination on komoot, with over 102,000 visitors exploring its routes. The 116 available routes have received more than 11,000 ratings, averaging 4.56 out of 5 stars.
Yes, some hiking trails in Turnau are accessible via public transport. Komoot offers a specific guide for Hikes from bus stations around Turnau, which can help in planning routes without a car.
For official information about the municipality, visit www.turnau.at or call +43 3863 2111. For broader tourism information about the region, contact Tourismusverband Hochsteiermark at steiermark.com or +43 3862 55020.

