Glanzer farm tour 1

Accessible by public transport

Characteristics

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The tour in numbers

Level of difficulty medium

Route 12,4 km

Time 4:00 h

Uphill 340 hm

Downhill 340 hm

Highest point 470 m

Experience the beauty and hospitality of Southern Styria on the Glanzer Hoftour 1, a path that not only leads through dreamy landscapes but also takes you past numerous winegrowers.

The idyllic Glanzer Hof tour begins in the charming village center of Leutschach, where you stroll past the inviting brewery and head towards Fötschach. At the Neuer Jägerwirt inn, you leave the bustling main street and immerse yourself in the tranquility of the forest and meadow paths that lead you to the Brenner Pass on the Rossberg mountain. From there, where vineyards adorn the landscape like green carpets, you hike along paved roads to the Eorykogel summit, which enchants with its panoramic views. Finally, passing through Fötschach, you return to the starting point in Leutschach via a mix of paved paths and tranquil forest and meadow trails. A circular route that encapsulates the beauty of Southern Styria.

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Coming from Graz via the A9, then take the Vogau-Straß exit. Follow the B79 until you reach Ehrenhausen-Gamlitz-Leutschach.

The route runs along surfaced roads, forest and meadow trails, and through vineyards.

Starting from the Ratscher Landhaus hotel, hike north or towards the Buschenschank Pilch guesthouse. Passing the Weingut Schwarzl wine estate, follow the road towards the town of Unterranzried. From here, a meadow trail runs up to Wielitsch, to the Grabschneider/Wieltischkapelle chapel. Hike over the ridge, following the road to the Ledinegg orchard, where a forest trail runs down to the Mori car park (Bochhansl restaurant). Then it's onwards through the cool leafy forest up to the Lindenburg winery (run by the Stelzl family). The trails continues between vineyards and forests to the Weingut Wolfgang Maitz wine estate i.e. the Maitz Urbanikeller. Continue along a short stretch of road passing the Weingut Buschenschank Kögl tavern/winery, before heading up and down through the vineyards towards the Buschenschank Zweytick Robert and Susi tavern. From here, hike along the South Styrian Wine Road (on the pavement running parallel) to the "Styria Bench" at the Weingut Bullmann wine estate. Via a cul-sac-road, head towards Rebenhof. This final ascent is rewarded with a wonderful view, before you head back to the starting point.

A visit to the largest glass bunch of grapes on the Eorykogel – enjoy the fantastic view!

Many starting points for our hikes in southern Styria can also be reached by public transport.

For a relaxed and sustainable journey, we recommend travelling by bus and train wherever possible. Depending on the region, additional local transport options are available.

This allows you to start your tour stress-free while also contributing to climate and nature conservation.

All information on public transport, local mobility services and timetables can be found at: www.suedsteiermark.com/arrival

The nearest railway station is in Ehrenhausen.

You will find parking facilities in the town center of Leutschach.

Information offices:

Leutschach Tourist Office, Tel.: +43 (5) 7730 520, 8463 Leutschach a. d. Weinstraße, Hauptplatz 10

South Styria Tourism Association, Tel.: +43 (5) 7730, 8530 Deutschlandsberg, Hauptplatz 40

www.suedsteiermark.com