Laßnitzhöhe: Nature, Trails and Regional Character

When planning a trip to Laßnitzhöhe, you can focus on nature, hiking, cycling or an autumn event. If you are looking for a hotel, this selection can help you decide what brings you here: local highlights range from a long-standing connection with health to specific trails and events.

Health and the character of the town

For over 100 years, Laßnitzhöhe has been known throughout Styria and beyond for its healing climate and medical expertise. For guests whose reason for travelling is related to health, this can be a reason in its own right to choose this destination. Another local highlight is the lovingly tended abundance of flowers: Laßnitzhöhe is known for it and has received several awards in the Styrian floral decoration competition “Die Flora”.

Pick-your-own garden and arboretum

The public pick-your-own garden is near the main square and invites passers-by to observe, admire and sample. The abundance of flowers is a broader feature of the town; the garden offers a specific place to visit near the main square.

The arboretum is divided into four areas with different woody plants. Trail No. 12, “pflanzen RIECHEN”, leads through its grounds. When planning a nature-focused visit, you can choose between exploring the arboretum’s distinct sections and following a trail through the grounds.

Compare trails by length

The Villa Hiking Trail in Laßnitzhöhe has 24 stops and is about 6 km long in total. The sebastian RELOADED® adventure trail is 7.3 km long. Based on their total lengths, the Villa Hiking Trail is about 1.3 km shorter. Its 24 stops provide an additional point of reference alongside the distance. When choosing a route, the difference offers a direct comparison of the total lengths, while the number of stops gives you further guidance for the Villa Hiking Trail.

Cycling and getting here

The signposted Mostwärts Cycle Route R49 connects Graz and Gleisdorf via Laßnitzhöhe. Well-marked walking and cycling trails, as well as a pump track, also run through the town. The routes differ in scale: the R49 connects Graz and Gleisdorf via Laßnitzhöhe, while the other walking and cycling trails and the pump track are located within the town. S-Bahn line 3 follows the Mostwärts Cycle Route R49 through the Graz Hills. If you take this connection into account when planning your journey, check the timetable for your travel date.

An autumn travel occasion

The annual Schmankerlwandertag takes place in autumn and is described as a culinary highlight. If you would like to travel to Laßnitzhöhe for the Schmankerlwandertag, check the specific event dates and plan your hotel booking accordingly.

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