Messnerin

This challenging mountain tour leads from Tragöß up to the Messnerin and rewards you with impressive views, panoramic vistas, and a feeling of freedom amid the impressive alpine landscape of the Hochschwab massif. A worthwhile tip for anyone who likes to aim high.

Anyone traveling around the Green Lake will encounter many visitors – but those seeking the silence of the mountains will find it on the trail to Messnerin. The tour starts in Tragöß-Oberort and leads up to 1,835 m via a continuously steep, well-marked Alpine Club trail (No. 844). The trail runs mostly through forest, crosses forest roads several times, and offers a first view of the Green Lake at the Windscharte (approx. 1,430 m). Once at the top, the view widens – the terrain becomes more open and the view all the more impressive. The summit rewards you with a magnificent panorama and a peaceful atmosphere, far away from the hustle and bustle of the valley. Sure-footedness and good physical condition are required for this mountain tour.

Characteristics

Skill

Fitness

Best season

January

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The tour in numbers

medium

Level of difficulty

8,8 km

Route

5:00 h

Time

1050 hm

Uphill

1050 hm

Downhill

1835 m

Highest point

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More information

Coming from the S6 or S35, take the Bruck an der Mur exit, then follow the B116 and continue along Tragößer Straße until you reach Tragöß-Oberort.

Tragöß Oberort
0.6 km Turn off onto the trail
3.0 km Windscharte
4.4 km Messnerin (1,642 m)

Route description in text:
The starting point for the tour is the bus stop Tragöß-Oberort at 793 m above sea level. In the center of the village, follow the signs towards Messnerin. The route initially climbs gently along a road through a populated area until, after about 600 meters, it branches off to the left onto a marked trail. After crossing a small wooden bridge, the continuous ascent through wooded terrain begins, crossing forest roads several times.

At about 1430 m, you reach the Windscharte, a viewpoint with a beautiful view of the Grüner See. The further ascent leads through the mountain pine zone above the tree line to the open, expansive summit area. Shortly afterwards, you reach the panoramic summit of the Messnerin at 1835 m. The descent follows the same route as the ascent.

All information about the Green Lake – from room rentals and restaurants to excursion tips – can be found on the
official website www.tragoess-gruenersee.at or directly on site at the tourist office in Tragöß, Oberort 45. You can reach the team by phone at +43 3868/8330.

Bus line 175 runs between Bruck an der Mur train station and Tragöß-Oberort, with a journey time of around 30 to 35 minutes. On weekdays, there are several connections between 5:40 a.m. and 7:05 p.m. On weekends during the hiking season (May–November), additional buses run to the Grüner See car park.
Information: www.verbundlinie.at and www.oebb.at

The bus stop in Tragöß-Oberort is only a few meters away from the Gasthof zur Post; from there, yellow signs point the way
towards Messerin.

Parking Grüner See: Parking fee €6 per car (as of summer 2025). Tickets available from the machine – small change or EC card, change machine available.