Edlseer Alm Heritage Railway – Weizer Stausee loop from Strallegg

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Edlseer Alm Heritage Railway – Weizer Stausee loop from Strallegg

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Edlseer Alm Heritage Railway – Weizer Stausee loop from Strallegg

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16.0km

220m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

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3.55 km

Wonderful section of the Feistritztal Cycle Path

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On this section, the cycle path leads through beautiful nature and often directly along the banks of the Feistritz, far away from noisy roads. There is also a rest area that invites you to take a break in idyllic surroundings.

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7.50 km

Edlseer Alm Heritage Railway

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The short train is also an eye-catcher

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7.97 km

End of the Feistritztal Cycle Path (R8) in Birkfeld

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Once you have completed the first part of the Feistritztal cycle path near Birkfeld, you unfortunately still have to prepare for a not entirely pleasant part of the cycle path. …

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7.98 km

Birkfeld Station – Feistritztal Railway

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With the Feistritztalbahn you can travel on one of the most beautiful narrow-gauge routes in Central Europe from Birkfeld via Anger, Oberfeistritz and Peesen to Weiz.

Detailed information on prices and timetables can be found at feistritztalbahn.at.

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11.8 km

Weizer Stausee

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Reservoir on the R8 between Strallegg and Birkfeld.

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11.9 km

The Treasure of Edlsee

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Children's playground during the bike tour as a short stop... beautiful landscape with a view of the Feistritz... soul food...

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12.7 km

History of the R8 Cycle Path on the Former Birkfeld–Ratten Railway Line

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If you are on the first part of the R8 "Feistritztal Radweg" cycle path, you should take the time to stop and study the lovingly designed board about the history of the railway and the cycle path.

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15.7 km

Ice station on the Feistritztal Cycle Path

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This rest stop is perfect for a short break on the Feistritztal cycle path. There is a shaded seating area and in the hut a refrigerator with drinks and also a refrigerator with Jolly, Twinni, etc.

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